Shaman and Shamanic Medicine Wheel Teachings

"The quality of strength lined with tenderness is unbeatable combination."   by Maya Angelou

Calling all women, men and couples ~ Have you ever wanted the adventure of exploring Mexico? Come and hike through ancient ruins, walk a modern city and stroll through timeless villages. The Mexico experience offers a multitude of cultures, exceptional food, environments, local handcrafts, arts and history.  The people are warm and inviting.

You will fly into Mexico City where I will meet you at Customs in the Airport. We will then take a first class bus up into the mountains south and a bit west 1 3/4 hrs to the city of Cuernavaca, "The City of Eternal Spring". We will base out of the small town of Acatlipa which is 1/2 hr outside of Cuernavaca. This is an area for locals with cobblestone streets, small markets, an occasional burrow or horse wandering down the side alleys  and cathedral bells ringing.

Our host, Senora Ella, offers her delightful family compound. There is lush gardens, swimming pool, spotlessly clean room which includes maid service.  Our small group will explore places such as:   

All of the outings are optional, so if something doesn't call to you and you want a quiet day by the pool or exploring by yourself, you can do that.  This is your adventure ... lets live it to the fullest.  If your idea of Mexico is High Rise Hotels and the tourist areas, this trip is not for you. We will be living and traveling with the locals so you can get the true feel of Mexico and its colorful and lively culture.

(see more information below on some of the events ~ we will have a women's only and and a mixed event vacation)

November 16th - 30th, 2005 

January 4th - 18th, 2006

E-mail for more information:  tana@onwingsoflight.com   Tana

Aztec Dancers

Make a trip back in time as the Aztec dancers gather, sharing their rich cultural heritage. Music and Dance are the songs of the soul. These dances are ceremonial and religious. Much effort is made to keep them pure and true to their ancient culture of their people.  The dance begins as the dancers are summoned to a circle.  There the Conk Shell (the Alecocolli), the tall drum called the Two tongued drum (Teponaztli), flutes and rattles gift the music to begin the circle dance.  The elder women uses the copal to bless each dancer.  Light shimmers off their ceremonial clothing with many feathers. Seed shells sing as the dancers begin the lively dance. Every Tuesday evening they dance in Cuernavaca at the city Plaza. Also sometimes in the other towns (pueblos).

Teotihuacán ~ Pyramid of the Gods

"Teotihuacán was the religious center of Mesoamerica. Its skyline was dominated by two enormous pyramids which the Aztecs called the "Pyramid of the Sun" and the "Pyramid of the Moon," both linked by a broad avenue. It was a planned city of over two thousand structures. While farmers primarily lived in wooden houses, other inhabitants lived in stone houses decorated with paintings and murals and, in some cases, with elaborate drainage systems.

It is a city shrouded in mystery. Who were these people? What was daily life like? What gods did they worship? Just as mysterious was its sudden demise. Beginning around 700 AD, people simply stopped living in the city. Why they left is anyone's guess. Archaeologists have found evidence that a great fire decimated just about every structure in the city in 700 AD and some argue that the fire was caused by an invading people. Whatever the cause, the city never really recovered from the disaster and all its magnificence came to an end".  - Richard Hooker

Markets of the People ~

Shopping in the town markets is one of the most enjoyable aspects, let alone the most colorful, in all of Mexico.  Here the people gather early in the morning, small children with their parents, aunts and uncles, to sell what ever they can.  Many markets are organized into areas for each type of item: fruits & vegtables, woven goods, pottery, silver & jewelry, but others jumble up and you never know what is around the next corner.  Always there are treasures to be found. The sights, sounds and smells are truly delightful.  Each town (pueblo) has it's own market. The people are so friendly and open.  If you just try at all to communicate with them, they smile and welcome you to their culture. We've made many friends in the last few years just visiting in the Markets and so can you.

Taxco ~ Silver Capital of the World

Ladies and Gents ~  here we can shop 'til we drop. There are over 400 shops selling Silver. Special good prices are easy to find. Taxco, the town (1990 pop. 43,836), Guerrero state, S Mexico. Founded in 1529 as a silver-mining community, Taxco was also an important stop between Mexico City and Acapulco in Spanish colonial trade with the Philippines. It achieved real prominence as a mining center under José de la Borda, who after 1717 constructed roads and built the superb colonial church. Clinging to the side of a mountain, Taxco is a splendid example of the Spanish colonial town, with steep, cobbled streets, overhanging grilled balconies, red-tile roofs, and glazed tiles set in white or pastel adobe walls. Modern buildings are prohibited, and colonial monuments are protected by the Mexican government. A famous center of silver smithing, Taxco attracts artists, writers, and tourists. The full name of the city is Taxco de Alarcón.

Las Grutas de Cacahuamilpa ~ Natural Wonder Caverns

Grottos are considered like more great and beautiful of Planet, through them, it is possible to find two rivers underground that they are the Chontalcoatlán, whose extension is of approximately 8 Kilometers, as well as San Jero'nimo that measure 12 kilometers, both are bordered by sand beaches and the dark is total in most of the way. The caverns are integrated by different ample cavities that they are designated with the name of "Halls", covered by limestone concretions that hang of the ceiling (stalactites) or ascend of the floor (estalagmitas).  This guided tour is about 2 hours in and then we can take our time coming back out.  I found it easy to be alone and explore the spiritual energies of this majestic cavern.  It was used by the Mexican people to hide when the Spaniards overran the area. 

Tepotzotlán and the Pyramid of Tepozteco

We will spend the night in Tepoztlan.  On Sunday we will explore their amazing market and cobbled stone streets. This is one of the Spiritual Centers of Mexico.  Then on Monday we will climb up to the Pyramid of Tepozteco. There we will offer gifts of corn to the Gods and spend some quiet time.

Tepotzotlán means "place of abundant copper", is a small town nestled between craggy cliffs located to the south of Mexico City in the State of Morelos. The town is about 1,700 meters (5,500 ft) above sea level and at a distance of some 18 kilometers from Cuernavaca.

Tepotzotlán is a peaceful village where pigs and burros still abound in the street and the sound of cocks crows pierces the early morning hours, and the local residents are fiercely proud and protective of their cultural heritage. It is a town of legends and deep cultural roots that has been appreciated by writers, poets, artists and musicians over many decades and centuries.

In the valleys between the rocky peaks that hug the town corn, beans, chiles and squash are grown in addition to larger cash crops of tomatoes and gladiola flowers.

Regional specialties here include Green Mole (made from ground pumpkin seeds), Red mole with turkey, cecina (dried, salt-cured meat) either with cheese and cream or rubbed with a chile sauce, and tlacoyos (corn pockets) filled with beans.

http://www.surf-mexico.com/states/Morelos/Tepoztlan/tepoztlan.htm

Cost of Mexico Travel Adventure

Per person:  $1295

Includes:

You pay:

How to Reserve Space

Call 360-856-1428 or e-mail to thamiter@ncia.com  ~ subject line: Mexico. You can reserve space free for up to 7 days, then a $500 non refundable deposit is due to hold your place. This deposit is non refundable unless we need to cancel the Mexico Travel Vacation. Full payment due 60 days prior to departure. DO NOT PURCHASE AIRFARE UNTIL YOUR TRIP HAS BEEN CONFIRMED!!!

We accept Visa & MC for all orders and events or if you prefer to pay through Paypal, use Visa, MC, Discover & American Express.

Mail Orders: Cashier Checks, Money Orders, Personal Checks.

It would be my honor to share this wonderful country, it's people and it's rich culture with you.  Trip includes optional survival Spanish class daily. Many Blessings

                                    Tana

For further information please contact: Tana Hamiter tana@onwingsoflight.com 360-856-1428