Category Archives: An Earth Spirit

My Spirit Animal – What Is Your Spirit Animal & Meaning? Take the Quiz

Posted on June 18, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

What is your Spirit Animal? Owl Spirit Animal – “Owl Symbolism, Meanings & The Owl Animal Guide.” Father’s Day is a-coming, so of course I started thinking about Spirit Animals… Long, long ago I wanted my animal guide to … Continue reading →

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NATIONAL PET MONTH 2025: Purple Leash Project, Domestic Violence Shelters & Family Pets

Posted on May 2, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

When is National Pet Month? NATIONAL PET MONTH 2025: Purple Leash Project, Domestic Violence Shelters & Family Pets We love our pets! They’re family. Cats. Dogs. A whole lot of different species, all beloved family members, eh? And now May … Continue reading →

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How the Bear Lost its Tail – A Classic Bear Folktale – Forest Folklore

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Classic Bear Folktale… How the Bear Lost its Tail – A Traditional Bear Folk Tale Retold A Traditional Bear Folk Tale. Bear stories have long been told around our world, drifting across continents and oceans. From early China, across … Continue reading →

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Memories of a Rural Mail Driver: From Kitchen Post Offices & Steam Trains to Personal Data Terminals

Posted on January 19, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Adventures of a Rural Mail Carrier. “Had lots of adventures on the roads over the years.” Written by Mary Lee Burhoe… Memories of a Rural Mail Driver… SABLE RIVER, SHELBURNE COUNTY, NOVA SCOTIA. Remembering the days of Kitchen Post Offices … Continue reading →

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2022 Trends: Culture & Spirituality – What Will The 2020’s Be Called?

Posted on January 10, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Trends… With me, of course, it’s all about Culture — and our Artists. Voices. Images. Every decade has had its own vibe: Roaring Twenties, Dirty Thirties, Fighting Forties, Fat Fifties… Then came the decade we Boomers embraced and helped create. … Continue reading →

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What are Spirit Bears? Sacred White Bears & Native American Legends

Posted on June 1, 2021 by Brian Alan Burhoe

What are Spirit Bears? Spirit Bears: “Is the Spirit Bear a Polar Bear?” “Of all the creatures, Bear is closest to Man. Yet it seems there is little place for him now.” Chief Dan George What are Spirit … Continue reading →

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BOY WHO WAS RAISED BY BEARS: Native American Bear Story & Legend

Posted on May 1, 2021 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Native American Bear Story… “Muinej The Bear’s Cub” – A Mi’kmaq Bear Story & Folktale Retold – A Native American Legend THE BOY WHO WAS RAISED BY BEARS! A NATIVE CANADIAN MI’KMAQ BEAR STORY RETOLD & FREE TO … Continue reading →

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SPIRITUALISM: Mediums, Guardian Angels, Celtic Christianity & J R R Tolkien

Posted on February 14, 2021 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Spiritualism Yesterday & Today. SPIRITUALISM: Mediums, Guardian Angels, Celtic Christianity & Spiritual Awakening — From the Fox Sisters and Carl Jung to J R R Tolkien and Our Better Angels… 1. Spiritualism in the 19th Century. Spiritualism — it dominated … Continue reading →

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BETTY WHITE – PET SET: TV Icon’s Animal Show Returns After 50 Years

Posted on January 16, 2021 by Brian Alan Burhoe

“When I’m around animals, I don’t pay attention to people.” – Betty White “HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BETTY WHITE! Our Beloved Actress Releases Her Most Personal Project For The First Time On Digital Platforms and DVD.” We love animals. You too, … Continue reading →

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WARRIOR CANINE CONNECTION: From Cute Puppies on Webcam to Training Service Dogs for War Veterans

Posted on November 1, 2020 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Cute Puppies… WARRIOR CANINE CONNECTION: From Cute Puppies on Webcam to Training Service Dogs for War Veterans Training service dogs is a highly motivating and rewarding job. More folks are discovering the amazing effect that loving, well-trained K9 companions can … Continue reading →