Stories of faith, hope and encouragement

Rainbow Gathering

Rainbow Gatherings – An open minded extension of the 1960’s free love movement where a joyful gathering of shamans, spiritists, eco-hippies and other counter-culture individuals form a temporary community to celebrate the elements of creation. This particular Rainbow Gathering was somewhat unsanctioned.  Held during August 2010 at an undisclosed beach on Vancouver Island, the event […]

Where Culture and Commerce Meet

Cross-legged with eyes half shut, Somboon Gavichi’s upper body sways to the hypnotic, almost nasal whine that emanates from a light, two-stringed instrument he bows. For centuries, the Sa-lor as it is called, has been an integral part of Northern Thailand’s musical heritage. Today, few know how to play it well, let alone make one. […]

Surfer's world: how to get thrashed (and make friends)

This story…  I want to tell it so badly; as much as I want to be a part of it. All good storytellers know that the best way to tell a story is from within. But to get that kind of access, you either have to have been there for years (an insider’s story) or […]