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Winter Glory
Trail to the Pond Site by Brennah Cavanaugh Photography LLC
The snow storm we had earlier this month left the shrubs and plants so weighed down that some of the trails became almost impassable. But not completely so, as Dan found when he decided to crawl through because our dog was so insistent on going on his usual walk!
Photos by Dan Cavanaugh – Walking the Dog
I wanted to share these pictures of the Sanctuary in all its winter glory so you can feel the sense of rejuvenation that this time of year brings.
Bridge over Swan Creek (Eala Sruthán) – Photo by Dan Cavanaugh
Snowy Woods at Crossing Hedgerows by Brennah Cavanaugh Photography LLC
As we move through the month of February, the light is noticeably lengthening now, and we begin to find that there is a shift happening. I think the following photos that Brennah took this week give the sense of that change.
Melting Ice on Sedges by Brennah Cavanaugh Photography LLC
However, we’re not finished with winter yet, and that’s not a bad thing. The ecosystem here is not acclimated to having warm weather this time of year, so let’s appreciate the blessings that the cold continues to bring us. And when spring does arrive, we will be ready to meet it with renewed energy.
All the Best to each of you,
Jean
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Written by : Jean Cavanaugh
Jean Cavanaugh is the founder and steward of Crossing Hedgerows Sanctuary, established in 2019 as a living, learning community devoted to reconnecting people with the wisdom of nature, the sacred order of creation, and the presence of Christ within all life. Her work brings together spiritual formation, ecological stewardship, ancestral wisdom, and hands-on community practice.
Through years of practical work on the land, study of the Mysteries, and the healing of her own severe health challenges through natural methods, Jean has come to recognize God’s hand at work throughout creation. Her teachings, rooted in the Mystery School tradition and Christian gnosis, explore how the patterns of heaven, earth, and the human body reveal the way back to divine presence, peace, and inner strength.
Jean leads with honesty, integrity, and a deeply welcoming spirit, inviting others to let go of inherited assumptions and rediscover truth through lived experience and embodied understanding. She works with all ages—from preschoolers to elders—offering programs and celebrations that emphasize direct engagement with nature, music, story, homesteading skills, and in-person community.
She and her family live at the 21-acre Crossing Hedgerows Sanctuary, where daily life reflects a commitment to simplicity, beauty, and harmony with the land. The sanctuary includes gardens, woodland trails, a seasonal creek, gathering circles, and spaces designed to nourish both people and wildlife. Jean is especially passionate about creating environments that are grounding, beautiful, and spiritually restorative.
Through her writing and teaching, Jean encourages others to know themselves, know creation, and recognize Christ as the living truth present within and around us—always inviting a return to love, beauty, and the sacred order of life.
