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Galle It just so happens that the place where the Lodge is is the exact spot where
friends and I came to do meditation and relaxing with nature and Mother
ry Earth in about 1968-1969. Sitting Owl directed while I helped to set up and
prepare the lodge and Grandfather Fire. While the Grandfather Stone people
Prod where being reheated, Sitting Owl’s prayers of Gratitude to Great Spirit
inspired me to do the same. Then I sat down to bring myself into a relaxed
ucts meditative state of consciousness. I began talking about the auras of trees
Links and how they seem to pulsate with white light and a golden outline as if
they’re breathing. This was to assist Sitting Owl in opening his third eye,
Cont inner eye, mind’s eye or mind screen, and to enhance my own experience in
the lodge. The Stone People were red hot now, so we smudged ourselves
act and went on in to commune with Wakan Tanka and his helpers.
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Before Sitting Owl closed the lodge door I was already sweating my guts
Testi out [For overseas readers that means sweating profusely. Ed.] And then he
put some water on the stones. When Sitting Owl sang the welcoming song
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my third eye opened and I saw specks of rainbow coloured tiny stars of
als energy. When Sitting Owl had finished singing I saw a whirling golden
orange coloured vortex of energy, like a funnel, coming from outside the
lodge, through the roof and into the Stone People pit. Circular waves then
pulsated from the pit and lit up the whole lodge. When I described that to
Exter Sitting Owl, he said that it was probably the Great Spirit entering the lodge.
nal Then I saw a huge silhouetted bear with a golden coloured outline, and then
I saw an eagle circling the roof of the lodge from where Spirit came in.
Pages While Sitting Owl was explaining the significance of these visions, the
lodge was so hot that I almost blacked out. Thank Great Spirit; Sitting Owl
then opened the door to end the first round.
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As Sitting Owl was introducing the subject for this round’s prayers, being
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the four directions and there associated elements, I had to concentrate on
doing yogi breathing to keep myself from blacking out. At one stage I had a
vision of a deer’s head with antlers, later Sitting Owl explained deer as the
medicine of gentleness. While Sitting Owl was finishing his prayers I felt
Subs heaviness on the top of my head like wearing a crown. I realised that this
was Great Spirit helping to heal my chronic inner ear infection that I have
cribe had for ten years. With my clairaudience I heard Great Spirit say, “Help me
to heal you”, so I immediately put my Rieki hands over my left ear and left
throat, meanwhile I was still almost blacking out. With my inner vision I
Blog then saw Great Spirit, in the form of golden light, swirling around my inner
ear.
My I then just managed to say some prayers before finishing the round. We were
both so in need of fresh air that once the door was open we both collapsed
Dot with our heads hanging out gasping for air. This was not a painful
au experience, because it was actually quite blissful and wonderful.
I was so blissed out during this round that I just laid down while Sitting Owl
said prayers for the two-leggeds. Then, I just managed to sit up to say my
own prayers for the two-leggeds. While David waited for the steam to take
my prayers up to the Great Spirit I had visions of a green and brown
coloured turtle and an ambrosia coloured butterfly with a golden outline.
Sitting Owl explained that turtle is Mother Earth and butterfly is
transformation. Again we both collapsed with our heads hanging out
gasping for air.
In this round we sang some songs. And when Sitting Owl sang the departing
song in the Lakota language I could see the song coming from him like
bubbles of silvery white clouds. After that I had a vision of a spider and then
a purple spotted beetle. It was as if after the Great Spirit had left the lodge I
saw white and golden doves circling out through the roof. While I was
waiting for Sitting Owl to leave the lodge and thank Maka (Mother Earth),
and as I did some deep breathing, I experienced ecstatic physical tingling
over my entire body, right down to my bones. As I was departing, and just
after I had given thanks to Mother Earth, I again saw the purple spotted
beetle. While I waited for Sitting Owl to cut the cord of his rebirth (Splash
water over his body to ground himself) I was on my hands and knees
gasping for air, still half in the lodge.
However, even the cutting of my own cord was a groovy and blissful
experience. By the way, cold water on a hot body and chest boosts the
immune system by increasing the ‘T’ cell (white cell) production, thus
healing any infection of body.
Epilogue
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Materials of Medicine
(Home Herbal Medicine)
By: Colin Hill (Smiling Snake)
(The Ditch Wizard or Herb and Food Shaman)
CREDITS:
Colin Hill (Laughing Snake) has sourced his work from: Jethro Kloss
(Author of: ‘Back to Eden') and the Queensland Institute of Natural Science
for the course: ‘Herbal Medicine’. Sitting Owl has added just a little to this
work by cross-referencing from many sources, especially ‘Kitchen
Pharmacy’ by Rose Elliot and Carlo De Paoli, and a variety of writings from
Dr Maurice Blackmore (founder of Blackmores Laboratories)
Warning on dosages
When in doubt don’t. Please check with one of the many herbalists available
for correct uses and dosages.
Tisane or Infusions
These are made by pouring boiling water on the fresh or dried herbs and
allowing a few minutes to infuse, usually from five (5) to twelve (12)
minutes. The strength varies with different herbs, and can be sweetened to
taste with honey, raw, or brown sugar.
Brews or Decoctions
These are made by simmering the herb in water for ten (10) minutes. The
proportions are the same as for the teas above. Boiling destroys the active
principle or ingredient of some herbs and these are better taken as teas or
eaten raw in salads and other food dishes. Dosage varies, but it is difficult to
take an overdose of any of the herbs in this book. Herbal medicines act
gently and slowly. Instant miraculous cures are as unlikely as harmful side
effects. The curative properties of these herbs have been known and
described for centuries, so are tried and true. It is recommended that you
begin with a smallest dose and gradually increase it This is a hot or cold
pack applied to the skin, often over a wound or other damage. It is made by
mixing hot water with chopped or ground herbs in a muslin (cotton gauze)
bag, often used to draw pus and other debris from a wound. Onion, Linseed
and Comfrey are particularly suited to this technique
Parsley
for the Nerves
(Petroselinum)
Parsley cleanses and enriches the blood, which makes it good for helping to
reduce skin disorders; and the high content of iron along with oestrogen-like
substances make it good for weak anaemic women with scanty periods.
Parsley also helps with digestion and Rheumatism.
Note: Because it increases the menstrual flow, parsley should not be taken
in the form of tea during pregnancy or by women with heavy periods,
although it can still be used as flavouring in foods.
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Oregano
for the Circulatory System
(Oreganum vulgare)
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Sage
for the Lymphatic System
(Salvia Officinalus)
Sage is an excellent remedy for all throat infections and the essential oil can
also be rubbed around the throat area. And it is also a fine brain tonic, useful
for concentration.
Sage Tea: 1oz (approx. 30 grams) of fresh or dried sage leaves to 1 pint
(approx. ½ litre) of boiling water. Leave for 10 minutes, then strain. Drink
when needed for all infections of the throat, tonsils, laryngitis etc. It is a
remedy for pleurisy and pneumonia; hence it is good for the lungs. It
relieves wind and cramps of the stomach and will help alleviate diarrhoea.
Sage also quietens the nerves and makes for a sound sleep.
Sage Gargle: 30g of fresh or dried leaves to ½ l of water. Boil for five (5)
minutes, strain and cool. Add some honey to improve the taste.
NOTE: Because it encourages menstruation, sage is not recommended as a
tea or rub during pregnancy and heavy periods. As with all herbal
preparations of teas, three (3) cups a day for three (3) weeks is sufficient, as
overuse or abuse causes reverse effects.
Sitting Owl uses a sprinkle on the tomato along with the salt and pepper for
his salad sandwiches.
NB: It was the Bear that gave man his knowledge of herbal medicine. Man
observed the bear eating certain plants when he was suffering a particular
problem.
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Peppermint
for Digestion
(Mentha piperita)
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Rosemary
for the Mental Faculties
(Rosmarinus Officinalis)
Note: Rosemary should not be used where high blood pressure, ‘bursting’
headaches, or any hot disease is present.
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Thyme
for Circulation and Infections
(Thymus vulgaris)
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Marigold
for Open Wounds
(Calendula officinalis)
It also soothes stagnant energy in the liver; and has a strong anti-
inflammatory and healing action on the digestive system, so it is good for
treating conditions like inflammation of the stomach and stomach ulcers,
cysts, warts, gastritis, colic, diarrhoea, and irritable bowels. Marigold or
Calendula is well known as beneficial to be added to all herbal combinations
for all gynaecological problems, and the ointment form is good for rubbing
on sore nipples as a result of initial breast-feeding. An infusion, or tea, of the
flower petals is also used to remedy constipation, yellow jaundice, and
scanty or delayed menstruation.
Marigold Tea: put 1oz (approx. 30 grams) of the petals in a teacup, fill with
boiling water, leave for 10 minutes, cool, and drink 1 or 2 cups per day if
necessary. For stomach ulcers, 1 tablespoon of the above tea every 2 hours.
The tincture (alcoholic solution of a medicine) of Calendula petals is the
finest antiseptic known for open wounds; bleeding will stop and healing will
start soon after application.
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Comfrey
for the Bones
(Symphytum Officinale)
Comfreys, having the above properties make it useful for any type of
healing, particularly of cartilage and bone. As an ointment it is very good for
healing wounds and external ulcers. Internally it is good for treating
inflammatory conditions and ulcers of the gastro-intestinal tract. Asthma
sufferers may chew a few fresh leaves every day to get relief and build up
resistance. For anaemia, the fresh or dried leaves may be used in an infusion
of 1oz (30g) to 1pt (½ l) of boiling water, 1 cup 3 times daily.
Comfrey Poultices:
These may be made by bruising the leaves with the back of a knife, put a
slightly damp towel around the leaves. Apply to the wound, sore muscle or
swollen joint and leave on for 2 hours and then renew the poultice or give
the patient a break for about 6 hours and then repeat. One may also steep the
fresh leaves in boiling water as an alternative to bruising. The leaves can
then be removed from the water, cooled, and applied in the same manner.
After an accident, whether or not bones have been broken, Comfrey should
be used for a few months. It will clear up whatever internal injuries there
are. One warning must be given however. Do not give Comfrey to a person
who has been in an accident for the first four days, as it has the quality to
congeal blood. This may cause a blood clot, which, if it were to lodge in an
artery, it could be dangerous.
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Garlic
for Colds and Flu
(Allium sativum)
Hot (Yang)
Garlic is now widely known for its antibiotic, antibacterial antifungal, and
antiviral effects. These qualities combined with its powerful expectorant and
its warming and strengthening action on the respiratory system, makes it
excellent for treating colds and flu of the chilliness type. Garlic also helps to
eliminate harmful bacteria created by putrefaction of food in the gut due to
slow digestion; it increases circulation, warming cold limbs, helps unclog
blocked arteries, and lowers blood pressure
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KEY CONSTITUENTS:
SEED: Secretin.
LEAF: Flavonoids (Quercetin); Amines (Histamine, Choline, Acetylcholine
And Serotonin); Glucoquinone; Minerals (Calcium, Potassium, Iron, Silicic,
Acid); Vitamin C; Lecithin; Chlorophyll; Enzymes.
To make a decoction use one teaspoon to a cup of water and simmer on the
stove for 10 minutes, strain and use. A tea made with the root of nettle will
help in the first stage of dropsy. And it is used for haemorrhages from the
urinary organs, lungs, intestines, nose, and stomach.
Use the boiled nettle leaves to stop bleeding almost immediately if applied
externally.
Nettle tea is good for colds and flu, pleurisy, fever, and la grippe; is an old
remedy for backache and is great for eczema. Use a tisane (tea) to help break
up and expel phlegm from the lungs and stomach; clean out the urinary
canal and the leaves alone increases breast milk production. It is good for
acne and as a blood builder and purifier.
Use nettle tea or decoction for a skin, scalp, and hair tonic to bring back the
natural colour of the hair; use as a last rinse when shampooing. Add a little
apple cider vinegar to the fresh decoction for hair use, as it helps rid
dandruff and brings back new life and natural lustre to hair.
To make a stronger decoction try making a decoction from the root and the
leaves, as it reduces prostate enlargement. A strong decoction of this nettle
herb can be used for atrophied parts of the body. Wash the herb all over the
arms, legs, shoulders, anywhere there is wasted muscles. Bath in it for
severe atrophy.
Use nettle tea for cleansing, detoxifying, hay fever, allergic rhinitis, mild
asthma, nappy rash, insect bites, and the fresh expressed juice of the leaves
to treat stinging nettle stings.
It is good to know that when the stinging varieties are dry it does not sting
you! So please try not to stress about stinging nettle, use it, it has great
medicinal virtues, the same as the non-stinging varieties.
Keep in mind that the herb nettle’s mineral content is high and is a great
tonic for depleted and frayed nerves and is a restorative after long illness.
Also use the young freshly picked tender leaves with salad greens mixed
with herb salad.
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Mulberry
for Fevers and Thirst
(Morus Nigra Family: Moraceae)
Cooling (Yin)
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Minerals
By: Dr. Maurice Blackmore
My theories began with an argument with a professor in medical school. He
admitted the presence of several trace minerals in human cells, but claimed
that they were accidental and of no importance.
Here then, to me was one of the “missing links” in medicine. And I have
spent forty years producing proof after proof to support my original theory.
It also indicates something more important. That is, that these symptoms are
evidence of faulty structure and functioning of the cells. Or, in other words,
a vast array of disease symptoms is produced by colloidal mineral
malnutrition.
One element only may be necessary, but usually the symptoms dictate the
use of two, three, or four. No type of cell depends entirely on one element
alone, but if only one element is deficient in the cell, a degeneration or
breakdown of the whole cell will result.
For foods high in total minerals here is a table of total minerals giving the
percentage.
Barle
y 1.1
2.7 0
0
Peas 1.1
0
2.5
8
Olive
s 1.1
2.3 0
4
Spina 1.0
ch 2.1 3
0
1.0
Waln 0
uts 2.0
3
Symptoms of Deficiencies
in Cell Salts
Compiled By: Colin Hill (Smiling Snake) &
Sitting Owl
From Dr Maurice Blackmore's writings
& other sources.
Function: Nerve
Nutrient
Controls grey matter of the
brain and nerve cells. It
supplies the energy for
sensitivity to light, heat,
and moisture.
Potassium K2 KALI Accelerates every
Aries functional activity.
Phosphate Hpo4 PHOS
Complaints:
Nerve and brain
weaknesses, exhaustion,
and depression.
Crying moods and
Hysteria. Irritability,
Unreliability, Warped
judgement, Blurred vision.
Function: Water
Eliminator & Liver
salt
Regulates water in the
tissues and blood,
Sodium Na2 NAT stimulating glandular
Taurus
Sulphate So4 SULPH secretions.
Complaints
Dropsy, Dysentery,
Kidney and liver disorders
and diabetes. Aching neck,
Chills, Fever, Night sweats
Function: Congestion
Remover and Blood
Conditioner
Holds Fibrin in solution
form & regenerates
Potassium KALI endocrine glands. Forms
K Cl Gemini
Chloride MUR brain cells.
Complaints
White coating on tongue,
All types of congestion,
Infection, Chicken pox,
Measles. Also heals:
Lumps in uterus, ovaries,
and breasts, Mouth ulcers,
Epilepsy, Warts,
Thrombosis, Jaundice. See
also Ca So4
Function: Tissue
Strengthener
Influences elastic fibres of
connective tissues. Thus
lack causes relaxed tissues.
Complaints
Calcium Ca CALC Varicose veins,
Cancer
Fluoride F2 FLUOR Aneurisms, Haemorrhoids,
Uterine displacement and
ruptures, Cracks on skin,
Encysted tumours, Hard
swellings, Constipation.
Tooth Decay, Curvature of
spine, Weakened eyesight.
Function: Nerve
Relaxer & Pain
reliever
Main constituent of white
nerve fibres and
controlling nerves.
Magnesium Mg MAG Complaints
Leo
Phosphate Hpo4 PHOS Many reflex actions and
varied symptoms. Fits and
Palsy, St Vitus dance,
Chorea, Convulsions,
Neuralgias, Colic,
Trembling, Stammering,
Stuttering.
Function: Cell
Oxygenator & Skin
Salt
Potassium K2 KALI In small doses this seems
Virgo to work miraculously
Sulphate So4 SULPH
when all other remedies
fail.
Complaints
Yellow coating of tongue
and yellow discharges.
Any complaints including
irrational fears.
Thickening of body oils,
Clogging of skin pores,
Falling hair and dandruff,
Insufficient bile.
Function: Acid
Neutraliser
Every human function and
chemistry, especially
decomposing lactic acid.
Sodium Na2 NAT Complaints
Libra
Phosphate Hpo4 PHOS Acidity problems,
Rheumatism, Gastric
troubles, Gall stones,
Jaundice. Early signs of
acidity is a creamy tongue
at the back.
Function: Blood
Purifier
To destroy worn out blood
corpuscles in the liver.
Often works when other
remedies fail. Thickening
Calcium Ca CAL of FIBRIN, slowing blood
Scorpio circulation, thus not
Sulphate So4 SULPH
eliminating excess fibrin.
Complaints
Ulcers, Abscesses,
Catarrhs, Lung troubles,
Boils, and Carbuncles.
Mucous, Pleurisy,
Pimples.
Function: Toxic
Eliminator and
Calcium Re-organiser
Silicon Si It helps cure some lumps
SILICEA Sagittarius
Dioxide O2 and tumours. It is a
constituent of connective
tissue.
Complaints
Arthritis, Nervous
symptoms, and some
Paralysis. Also heals:
Ligament, cartilage, and
tendon damage. Abscesses
Hip joint disease, Spina
bifida, Spinal curvature,
Whitlow. Weak nails, Poor
skin.
Function: Cell Builder
Cell growth, particularly
bone cells. NB:
Pregnancy.
Complaints
Anaemia, Malnutrition
Calcium Ca CAL
Capricorn Nephritis, Catarrhs,
Phosphate Hpo4 PHOS
Pimples, Freckles,
Eczema, Sores, Coldness,
Numbness, and Cramps in
the calves. Nerve
irritation, Indigestion,
Rheumatism.
Function: Water
Distributor
Sodium Na2 NAT Complaints
Aquarius
Chloride Cl MUR Any water or fluid in
excess or deficient
anywhere in the body.
Function:
Inflammation
Remover
To carry oxygen to all
cells. Therefore a
deficiency increases blood
Iron Fe FERR flow trying to supply
Pisces
Phosphate Po4 PHOS oxygen.
Complaints
Fever Inflammation,
Rupture of blood vessels,
Haemorrhage, Diarrhoea,
Colds, Flues, Fevers,
Infections. Pneumonia,
Glandular ulceration,
Dropsy, Diphtheria,
Mumps, Croup.
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Colin's Recipes
Keep watching this space for some of Col's
Cooking Recipes.
Method:
In a large saucepan, on a moderate heat, melt two table spoons of butter, and
two table spoons of olive oil. Now add all the diced vegetables, and stirring
with a wooden spoon add the garlic, and stir for another minute. Next add
one litre of veggie broth or chicken stock and the cream, and then season
with nutmeg and black pepper (no more than two pinches of each spice).
Now bring the soup to the boil, stirring with a wooden spoon. Then drop the
heat down to a slow simmer, occasionally stirring for the next 20 – 40
minutes. Just before serving, mash with a potato masher then taste and re-
season – maybe adding a dash of Worcestershire or soy sauce and a dash
more cream. Reheat to the boil and serve with chopped chives and or
parsley. Don’t forget those warm and delicious, crusty, buttered bread roles.
Bon-appetite.
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