For several years I have been asking others, "Who is the wisest person that you know?" My vision for this project is a circle of elders from different cultures whose hands offer gifts of support as we
pursue our dreams. It has been my great pleasure to collaborate with these wise men and women in the creation of the gifts now being offered to you.

These elders are wise in the most profound sense. With courage, they have pursued their lives with great passion. They have not gone into greater fear and despair as the years passed, but have remained curious about life and increasingly generous. They know about true beauty and that the health of communities depends on the generous sharing of resources with all. Some of them speak eloquently to us about gifts that come through loss. They are mentors and know how to bless. They are here to encourage each of us to step into the talents and gifts which we have been given and to share them. They remind us that we are never alone.

You are invited to spend time with each image and ask, "What is the gift that I am being offered at this time in my life?" Stories that accompany each image can be found in the photo info section.

A selection of photographs is available in sets of 12 postcards. For more information or to purchase cards click here.