The WIld Cypress

08/14/2026

We made it back to New Mexico for the Indigenous Ways Festival! This marks our fifth summer attending and supporting this beautiful gathering.

It is a honor to support IndigenousWays in many areas over the years, including art, music, interpreting, Deaf culture, filmmaking, and welcoming people from all walks of life.

Take a look at some of the incredible performances, interpreters, and community work that Indigenous Ways brings together. And if you're in town (Santa Fe, NM), join us tonight in serving Mother Earth alongside this community. 🌎💚

08/09/2026

One morning, a few days ago, I let Yoshi lead me to meeting trees.
This time, we met Slant.
Slant, yeah, like the slant mark, was a very colorful tree and when I hugged him—I found that he had hair. It doubt it was mine, it could very much be Spanish moss, or horse hair, or Daddy long leg spider… just a mystery.
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I know it’s weird. To be posting about this.
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But things have been weird for me lately.
So, why not be weird.
This isn’t my usual post. And that’s ok.
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Be weird today!




[video description: Yoshi is looking at a slant looking tree, and directs the camera to come closer to the tree. You can see lichen, moss, and hair, from the tree. An image of Summer hugging and smiling. Then dirt road zooms to Yoshi exploring the land]

07/31/2026

If we hugged trees 365 days a year, would it prolong us to live longer? I believe so. ……Doing a 30 day challenge to kick off my 43rd year around the sun. You join?

07/14/2026

Tomorrow's the last day to register for the Holistic Nature Retreat happening September 3-7th at Aspen Camp of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - link to register:

Find your balance — body, mind, and soul — through intentional movement, guided meditation, forest bathing, and nature-based healing practices. This immersive retreat invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover your connection to the earth, your inner wisdom, and a supportive commun...

06/30/2026

Celebrating Diversity: Neurodivergence and Queerness — a short reflection on belonging, forests, and how nature teaches us to thrive together. Read it now: https://wix.to/XNeANu0

What does belonging feel like to you? Share a thought or a moment below.

06/24/2026

Check out the National Association of the Deaf - NAD list of presenters, aside from mine... there's so many great presentations I can't wait to watch/support.

06/24/2026

🎉 Exciting news! I’ll be presenting at the National Assoc. of the Deaf Conference next week!

🌿 Nature, Relationships, and Wellbeing: Connecting through Forest Bathing 🌿

Come learn how nature therapy can support self-care, reduce stress, and strengthen relationships in our workplaces, homes, and communities. Together, we’ll explore how reconnecting with nature can help us reconnect with ourselves and each other. 💚

Hope to see you there! 🤟🌲✨



[Transcript: I will present on Nature, Relationships, and Wellbeing at the NAD Conference. Come watch and learn how we can use nature therapy in our workplaces, personal homes, and families as an essential form of self-care.]

06/15/2026

IG Live about the Retreat. It’s happening tonight at 7pm EST/6pm CST/ 5pm MST/ 4pm PST! Join us live to learn more about the retreat and FAQ!

06/09/2026

🌿 What is Families in Nature?
Families in Nature is a space where families come together — not just to learn, but to feel, slow down, and re-connect.

It is a nature-based, accessible retreat where communication goes beyond words.

Here, nature, movement, and presence create space for connection — within ourselves, with our families, and with each other.
Created for families with Deaf and hard-of-hearing children, this retreat invites children and caregivers to experience nature, sign language, Deaf culture, community, and belonging together.

🌱 Learn more through the program link in our bio — and please share with a family who may benefit.



https://www.thewildcypress.com/event-details/families-in-nature-day-retreat