In the meantime, I have been busy with various projects including the promised Story Stick. On the previous post I described the origin and purpose of this storytelling tool and showed possible materials I could use. I am quite pleased with my effort and I am pleased to say that my Talking(Story) Stick is now in use. Following are pictures.
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With my new mobility, I am now leading birdwatching walks again, but with a difference. I include stories, especially those that are relevant to the location or other feature of the walk. Generally we pause at mid walk and we have a snack and story break. So far these stories tend to be true accounts rather than folklore, however, I could see occasions where a folk story would fit. These walks are very popular and our upcoming walk on December 11 is to be at Lambton Woods.
Further information from dianas.tales@gmail.com
