Threshold to the West:
Blossoming into an Emerging Elder
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
10:30am PT/ 11:30am MT/ 12:30pm CT/ 1:30pm ET
Freely offered.
A sacred gathering for women entering their season of earned authority
This gathering is for women who feel called to develop a deeper relationship with their maturing — emotionally, spiritually, and energetically. As we each cross into a new season, we honor the beauty and power of becoming an Emerging Elder: one who holds many selves, many stories, and a deeper capacity for truth.
Through this virtual circle and shared reflection, we welcome all parts of ourselves and allow wisdom to root more fully in the body.
Your hosts in this experience —
Abigail….
Mary Olivar
A natural nurturer, part song-bird, part wise-woman, a tree-hugging, earth-mama-bear, Mary specializes in supporting people and businesses in harmoniously aligning with their true purpose, potential, and power. Her professional adventures have all been founded on promoting healing plants, vibrant harmonious living, and an awoken consciousness.
A graduate of the Power Path School of Shamanism, Mary has completed their advanced practitioner trainings. She has studied in Mexico with the Wixarika (Huichol) people and in Peru with the Shipibo. She is the Executive Director of the Center for Shamanic Education and Exchange, whose work perpetuates the shamanic wisdom, culture, practice, and traditional ways of life of Indigenous people worldwide.
Deeply rooted in the nurturing vibration of Pacha Mama, Mary primarily uses her voice to offer healing and tending, and she loves to help others connect with their own voice and vocal expressions. Mary also specializes in supporting people and businesses in harmoniously aligning with their true purpose, potential, and power. Learn about her classes, events, and other offerings here.
Advent At Midlife
I am no longer waiting for a special occasion; I burn the best candles on ordinary days.
I am no longer waiting for the house to be clean; I fill it with people who understand that even dust is sacred.
I am no longer waiting for everyone to understand me; It’s just not their task
I am no longer waiting for the perfect children; my children have their own names that burn as brightly as any star.
I am no longer waiting for the other shoe to drop; It already did, and I survived.
I am no longer waiting for the time to be right; the time is always now.
I am no longer waiting for the mate who will complete me; I am grateful to be so warmly, tenderly held.
I am no longer waiting for a quiet moment; my heart can be stilled whenever it is called.
I am no longer waiting for the world to be at peace; I unclench my grasp and breathe peace in and out.
I am no longer waiting to do something great; being awake to carry my grain of sand is enough.
I am no longer waiting to be recognized; I know that I dance in a holy circle.
I am no longer waiting for Forgiveness. I believe, I believe.
~ Mary Anne Perrone