2 minSeeing the ShamanWhen we arrived, Don Francisco took us out into the garden behind his traditional Maya home. He is a healer, you see, and his connection...
5 minHow to Observe Hanal Pixan: Day of the Dead Maya StyleI hope this inspires you to take time to honor and remember those who have passed on. Keep in mind that this can be ancestors you have never
6 minMayan Wedding TraditionsI just returned from the wedding of the youngest daughter of my good friend and shaman (healer/herbatero), Don Francisco. It was a 3 day...
4 minA Lost Mayan Book of Prophecy?The edges of the pages are tattered, and the writing is faded, but within its covers lie herbal remedies, astrological forecasts, prayers, a
4 minA Maya Birthday PartyHave you ever been to a Maya birthday party? One of the things I love most about living on the Yucatan Peninsula and spending time with...
3 minThe Story of Maya CornI arrive at the field where my shaman friend, Francisco, grows corn, beans, and squash for his family. An alux (supernatural Maya land...
1 minSimple Life in The JungleThis is Esteben. He was so happy to show us an egg laid by one of his chickens. He told us he gets two eggs a day, perfect for breakfast!...
3 minI Have Seen Your Soul"I have seen you." The cave was amazing, as it was every time we came to see it. Thousands of stalactites hung from the ceiling and...
4 minThe Faerie Tales are Real and They Hold the Key to HappinessI want to talk about the connection between spiritual mysteries and happiness. While it may seem that poking around in the jungle looking...
5 minCeremonial TamalesThe room was smoky and dim. No windows offered natural light, only the open door. A hot fire burned merrily in the corner and a big pot...