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You Are Not a Machine
“You are not a machine. You’re a soul who needs music, connection, sunsets, laughter, and small pockets of joy. Prioritize them like your life depends on it – because it does.” – Vex King
Those sublime moments are really what it’s all about. Being able to recognize them, take them in, and help others to do the same gives life meaning. Knowing how to say no to that which drains you and constantly keeps you away from these moments is the other side of that coin.
Some blossoms are now starting to peek out in our gardens here and there…
aconite – one of the earliest to blossom and has been in bloom for a couple of weeks now – it’s a perennial that will over time spread to be a beautiful ground cover
the primroses are just beginning to bud – they are also a perennial flower which will spread over time
the crocuses always blossom right at about spring equinox where we are – again they are a perennial plant and come back year after year
another crocus bud of a different color
Speaking of being human, for those of you who may have discovered that the posts on the new website were lacking any images or media, I do apologize! We had a bit of a hiccup and all of the media disappeared… but we have now restored all of it! I would love for you to leave comments on the posts if you feel so moved to start any discussions.
Blessings to you wherever you are, and may you find little pockets of joy throughout each day!
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.
