She often says, “I’d rather ask forgiveness
than ask permission” and
this is how she creates
magic from her intentions.

Beachside cottages, children,
an apartment for the cats,
then a labyrinth, a real labyrinth,
taking shape in the desert
under her direction.

At the solstice we gather
and set our intentions,
then walk the circular path
toward peace and clarity.

We bless the four directions.
We drink cider and eat gingersnaps.
We build community made possible
by one woman’s bold vision.