Them Hippee Drummers are at it again........

Hey, what happened to that dude who does the blog anyways? Whats up with them Hippie Drummers. Can you imagine that people think we're Hippee Drummers. Thats almost an insult, but we give those who think that lots of slack cuz apparently they just don't know bout things. Hippees have hairy armpits and legs and wear weird clothes and are poor and smell right? This may be some of us I guess. How about seekers of the free, or living life the way it should be lived according to us. Well, I better quit before I get into more trouble. Life's been good here, even though its been very HOT! We're dealing with it. Spent the weekend in Berkley, San Fran and had a great time at the David Byrne concert at the Greek Theater on the campus Friday nite. Lots of folks were there...the place was packed....and the weather was cool and the moon was just a sliver and all was mighty that night! Ate alot of good food too. You were wondering about how the slide show went....well it was a really good turnout and I was surprised and happy with that! All was well even though it was outside and everyone was wearing Down Jackets.I was glad Gary and Lorrisa and Paul were there too......Thanks for attending. The fire that night in our camp was one of the best times I've had in a long time. After getting out of my comfort zone and doing the slide show and speaking in front of about 40 people, I needed a warm fire a my close buddies to bring on the night!! And, we had a really good and hot drumming last nite too.......you should have been there. I'll work on getting you more info faster I promise.......Love to you and Thanks for checking in.........

Big Show and Big Weekend..........

I know I'm due a catch up to you who read this so here goes. We've been drumming and last Sunday's was really good. We had lots of new guests and a conga line to drum for. Lots of dancers too. Life's been good for all of our drummings. We always have good attendance now and always have lots of dancers like I said. We're Thankful for that! I remember when we just wished for all of that. I guess doing it for 17 years straight helps. I'm doing a slide show this weekend for the SSCA and hope you'll come up and camp with us. Garys coming and I know we'll have lots of folks from the climbing world show. I've been going through lots of slides, I have thousands, and hope to come up with a show that will make you want to get out on the rock, or at the least outside in the mountains. It will be cool so bring your jacket. I've been hearing all the backcountry rangers call in at work and most say that there's still snow on all the passes and some snow fell just yesterday up by Mount Whitney. Well there it is, a quick update. It would be great if you came up and camped with us this weekend, I would love your support for my show. I know there's some other Belly Dance stuff going on too. If you are interested and want to know more about how to get up there and what to bring, give me a call. Enjoy your Thursday.............

Southern Sierra Climbers Association

Invites you to our 13th Annual Slide Show Event to be Held at Dusk at the Ponderosa Lodge on Saturday, June 20th.
(Free Admission)

• Activities Include
– Guest Presenter – Rene’ Ardesch, Past SSCA President, Local Sierra Climber and Photographer
– Opportunity to be Part of the Local Climbing Community
• Slide show starts at Dusk; but come early and socialize with other climbers and friends.
• Food available at the Ponderosa Lodge.
• Bring all your friends and join us for fun times near some of the best climbing that the Sierra has to offer.
• Great time to renew your membership.
• Driving directions: From Highway 99, take Highway 190 east for 50 miles. The Ponderosa Lodge will be on your left.

Big Happy Drumming..............

We had a huge drumming last night. Thanks to all the people who came from the drum circle in Visalia to join us and everyone else. Probably around 40 showed to a cool nite with lots of dancers and lots of drummers. Thanks to all..................

Another Sunday for your Drumming Pleasures.............

Hello my Friends, Its been an interesting week of weather for sure, with all the rain and thunder in the mountains and then the huge storm that passed through in the valley here on Thursday night! Wow, that was one huge storm too, with 60 mile an hour gusts that blew down several trees in this neighborhood and many others. Lots of lightining in the sky and it looked like the end was here. Fortunatly it wasn't. I spent most of the week driving down to Cedar Grove in Kings Canyon where we had a controled burn. Its always nice to go down there with the river right there, which of course is just raging from all the snow runoff! I wouldn't even get near it for fear it might suck you in. Looking forward to drumming tonight since its been last week for music and I'm ready. Come on up and see what we're up too if you wish.............Enjoy you Life..............

The Weekend.............

We stayed at the Gallery last night after a really big and great drumming. It was a dreamy night with the river in the background and the cool breezes. Slept in late and had breakfeast with Gary to another sunny and cool day. It was a Memorable weekend. We're Thankful for all of our friends who make our lives rich and free........................

Take me to the RIver..................

Its been pretty darn hot around here and I"m sure we're not out of the woods yet, not till fall anyways! So, its been the river life when we can, some more than others of course. Very cool and high running snow melt makes getting in refreshing to say the least! Soon it'll be going in late at night after drumming, that's living! But, not yet for that, its too fast and dangerous. Shelly and I went down to Slicky on Sunday before drumming and soon were joined by Jose and Gary and a couple of the rafting crew. Nice times with alittle wine and some goodies to eat. We didn't go in but of course Gary and Jose did..............A great way to be Cooooooooool............

Lawerence and Jonny.........

We've been following the updates about Lawerence and he was going to be released today already, though not without some new issues. He did have a heartattack and even though he didn't want to call 911 because his chest felt like there was a ballon filling up inside, he finally did and it saved his life. Now it'll be all about taking it easy and starting a get healthy regime. He had a almost fully blocked artery and one partial. Watch what you eat and get some exercise maybe some advice for all of us.......................

Prayers needed.....Breaking News....

Friends,

I just received a call from Susan at the Spritual Awareness Center. She said that Lawrence had a heart attack Sunday night. He's in ICU at Kaweah Delta.

Please send your prayers and love to him. And, if possible, go visit him. I don't have everyone's email addresses and/or phone numbers so please let others know that aren't on the above list.

Love and Light,

Nadine

Busy Hot Saturday Weekend........

Lots going on this weekend with all the downtown events and the dance at the gallery and of course drumming Sunday night, with the river really high and the temps too. Went to the Farmers Market Thursday night downtown and saw just about everyone we know from 3 rivers. Its a good place to buy fresh veggies and hear some pretty good music too. Then we went and ate at Colimas ....good salsa and chips.............Hopefully we'll see you somewhere amongest all the goings on.............Love to all.....

Happy Thursday.................

Wow! Thanks to all of you who sent comps for the Monterey pics on my last post. And, yes there were some detractors too, “ This is supposed to be a drumming site” Well, I know its off base sometimes, but it’s a life more than a specific Drumming. Drumming is a free form of expression. With us its even more, it’s a lifestyle of seeking life’s best experiences. We’re encouraging more than drumming, more than just learning a beat . We surround ourselves with seekers of adventure and knowledge. Trying to lead a healthy life and being Happy. That’s what its mostly about, being Happy with yourself. Most of you get it already and others should just come on out and spend a Sunday or two with us and share the Happiness that we make together.

Its already Wednesday................

Good Wednesday my friends. it’s a pretty nice day here, cool and sunny. Its just a tease for what’s coming, I’m talking about the big heat on Sunday. 103 they’re saying……ergh!!!! It is that time of year. We’ll be sweating on Sunday and Sunday night. It all gets better when it gets dark and the down canyon breezes come and they are pretty predictable. We feel them as we drum and smiles and relieve takes over the circle.

For your viewing pleasure on this Wednesday I’m including some pics from our last weeks trip to Monterey. In our quest to skate every coastal town in California, we can now check this town off the list, and highly recommend it to any of you who skate or bike or hike. There’s a great path that starts in Pacific Grove and winds through the town of Monterey, down Cannery Row and past the Monterey Bay aquarium, then all the way up the coast to the big sand dunes past the town of Seaside…….17 miles. We did it in a casual groove of two days and ate some good food in between. …….Enjoy…..and feel free to make screen savers……….

Mondays drumming thoughts...........

I took this pic before it got really big.............


Great drumming last nite..Wow!! Lots of folks showed up and Linda and Lawrence were there too. Good grooves and hula hooping by friends I didn't even know could hula hoop. We had probably our last fire, it was hot, but not too bad considering. But, next week we'll switch to the alcohol fire....the rubbing kind. Yea, if you weren't there last night you missed a good one, but we know that its the start of the drumming, lay down by the river season so plan on coming up soon and joining us. We've got some new members we'll introduce you to. Enjoy you day.............

a Message from Linda Mackenzie....

Some of us recieved this and I also recieved a call from Lawerence of Exeter about it.
He asked if anyone could give him a ride to this Sundays drumming it would be appreciated..............

Hello Friends,

Julia and I will be traveling down to Visalia May 8th thru the 11th. Can’t wait to drum with you & hug you on Sunday night. Let’s spend some time together.

Life up here in Tahoe is wonderful. Wind and Rain today, danced at a Pirate Party last night, and will send my daughter to Vermont for college in August.

Miss you all!

Peace & Love, Linda

Pics from the Sunday Potluck............

We had a real nice Pot Luck before drumming on Sunday. Lots of good food and drink and friends. This all made for a groovin nite at the circle, with big smiles and full bellies to enjoy the smokey fire with. The river was right there with us as were the crickets and frogs. Its their special night too..............Thanks to all who enjoyed and helped.

The start of something big.................

I took these pics last Sunday, late afternoon, down by the river. The River is going at a pretty good clip since. Its rafting season and boats are out everyday. Lots of rafting folks will be joining us in all that we do I"m sure. I had heard that everyone is going to see "Mezcal" tonite at the Cellar Door. There will be a table saved so come on over......

Happy Wednesday.................

Had a chance to go do a five star climb in Yosemite Valley yesterday and I went! It was a test of all my bike riding and working out and I felt GOOD even though it was very physical! It was a really nice and cool, sunny day and the higher we got up the rock the windier it got. This was fine with me and of course the views were the best that the greatest rock climbing place in the world can offer!



Nice Wednesday to you my friends, Its was a great drumming sunday of course, with the river making itself known in the background and friends showing who don't normally come to sundays. There's still lots of cottonwood fluff all around looking like old snow on the Gallery grounds.

Wa, Wa, Whens day...................

We had a "Hafla" Belly Dance gathering at our house last Saturday evening and even though it was for all the local Belly Dancers, several drummers from the circle came by. Lots of others brought Dumbeks, Tambourines and Finger Cymbals, and all the dancers danced and we drummed. Great Time!! Thanks for all your help!! Good Food too, in fact it was the best! Around here, and I guess lots of other places, we do all our partys and gatherings "Potluck" style and we sure have some really fine cooks around us. Lots of vegetarian food and some sweets. And.........We had a fire spinner who gave us a great show with the Poi and fire sticks. We're living in some good times!
But, its been really HOT! The temps are teasing the 100* mark. The air is filled with the smell of Orange Blossoms and that sure smells good and makes my eyes itch.
I'll let you know, Thanks for checking in my friend................

Blast from the Past

We had a surprise visit from Ray and Marley all the way from Oklahoma. They stayed at the gallery for a couple of days and came to sunday night. It was a good time too, lots of folks showed and made the grooves the patented KRDC sounds that people come all the way from Oklahoma to hear.Ray was on his Dumbek and we could tell he hadn't lost any of his drumming skills. It was our first introduction to his 4 year old son Marley who was on a whirlwind tour of the drumcircle and all around. Good to see old friends! You all know the story....Anyone who has come to the circle will always return...........Enjoy your FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!

The day of the expanding man...

Hey, Whats going on over there?? Here's some pics from our recent trip to San Fransisco to the Rakasha, the biggest Belly Dance event on the west coast. We went to support our local friends and check it all out....................

Wood is Good..........

Big Thanks to Pam B. for giving us the wood to have a great and hot fire for our Sunday Night festivities! It was dry wood and made for a warm night with little smoke, not like the smokey driftwood we use from the river when we can't find any other wood to burn. So, all that said, the dancers were happy with a smoke free ring to dance the counterclockwise groovings too. Good crowd and everyone was happy when they left to start another week in April. We're expecting some storm and rain and Thunder this afternoon. We're riding Dry Creek at 2.00 so we just might get into some of that action and that's okay with me! I'm bringing my photo maker and my jacket and my energy bars just in case............Have a good Tuesday my friends....

News from the western slopes of the Sierra

Moving along on the John Muir trail of life. Man!, you could really tell that our economic stimulus package got to the Drum Circle, finally. We had a huge showing Sunday night and it was all dancing drumming and living life in the fresh. We had five congas and three players on one side and Gary, Nadine and myself on the other. We got the grooves going and they got the grooves going and all the dancers took advantage and churned it up. Moving with the grooving and swaying with the playing!! I can't wait till I get my golden parachute!
The wildflowers are going quick, in fact, on our 28 mile ride yesterday there was lots of brown coming in on the south sides and it won't be long now till its all about brown. I took these shots just last week Thursday. Enjoy your day and come on up and lets catch up...............Love to YOU.........