Amla

Honouring The Mother is a bespoke, heartfelt experience in service to carving out intentional space to bring The Mother into our awareness across her varying forms; energetic and embodied. i.e. Mother Earth, Gaia, Pachamama. The biological mother. The mother figure. The mother within. The inner-parent. Regardless of our individual relationship with The Mother, we acknowledge with grace, gratitude, compassion and forgiveness the role that The Mother plays in the experiential opportunity that is our existence. This experience is enriched by music shared in community. About the experience: On offer are the virtues of heart, authenticity, reverence, devotion, nurturance, beauty, community, connection as we: drum The Mother chant The Mother sing The Mother speak The Mother receive The Mother (cacao ceremony) We will gather in kindred community as our bloodlines have done across our ancestry known and unknown. We surrender into the simplicity of being immersed in evocative music and stories shared informed by wisdom born of lived experiences. We ignite our voices in the spirit of community co-creation. We unite with our tender heart with the aid of the energetic embrace of Mama Cacao. Bring a contribution to the collective alter. Some ideas: If your biological mother or mother figure is no longer walking among us upon our beloved Mother Earth, you are invited to bring a framed picture of her along to place upon the alter with a candle lit to honour her essence. A creation provided by Mother Earth collected with intention; bark, flower/s, a branch, leaf, gumnut, etc. A piece of jewellary or other item of meaningful significance that threads you energetically to your mother/mother figure. Any items brought can be taken back with you at the conclusion of our event. Considerations: This gathering is intended to hold you in the space in your authenticity. This may mean, due to the theme and energy imbued, that it may be a tender space for you in moments. Matters of the heart often carry a full spectrum of evocations from connection and joy through to longing and grief. Know this will be a gentle, nurturing space where you are welcome as you are. Children are welcome to attend. Due to the nature of the event, we anticipate it would be best suited to children 8+ that would find genuine interest in such an experience. In saying that, all are welcome - babies in arms, toddlers in laps... May it be known to all considering attending that children may be present and innocent disruption may occur. You're welcome to reach out to discuss your individual needs.