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hey there, i'm nicole. 

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Welcome to my little corner of the internet.

Thanks for coming! 

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If you want to learn more about what I am working on and why, read all the way to the bottom of the page. . . 

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In the meantime, here is the brief version ! 

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I am a creative mother of three young boys living a slow life off grid in Nayarit, Mexico with a bunch of animals.  

Originally from Buffalo, New York  in the US, I have been living in the Bay of Banderas region of Mexico for 2 decades.

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Over the past 20 years, I have worked as an event planner, tour guide, teacher, fundraising coordinator, photographer, workshop host,  student, writer and so much more. 

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My experiences are diverse.
I am always learning, always inspired. 

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Take a look at my history page  for my full CV and who else I've been learning from. 

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You can find me over here and here too. 

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Now,  a little bit more about why I am here...

 

I am here on the internet to share open-heartedly about my experiences as a woman and a mother living in these challenging times,  in hopes of inspiring others in the process.  

I am also here to share my knowledge and personal experiences around alternative education, living connected with nature,  holistic nutrition, slowing down and living simply.  

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I believe in disconnecting from the systems that bind us and honoring the natural cycles of life, bringing it all home....

birth, nutrition, education, community, wellness and even death.  

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(check out my blog  to peek some of my writings on those deeper things) 

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I also value nourishment and rest, creativity and self expression, 

being a good human and a showing up as a steward of this earth.  

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I am passionate about photography,  handmade and homemade, creative collaborations with friends and slowing down. 

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I am an educator and a lifelong learner. 

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I support and actively participate in the alternative education community in my region (and online).

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I believe strongly in the power of play for our children, interest led learning models, nature immersion practices and using creative and curious approaches to learning in general. 

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I also believe that cultivating connection with our natural world is critical for our learning to happen; individually and collectively.  Nature based learning brings that connection in and lays the ground for our children to become true caretakers of this earth. 

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I currently offer unplugged play opportunities and nature immersion experiences for children and their families in my community through our project, Iyari Play

I am also in collaboration with several other educational projects and organizations that I would love for you to learn about. 
 

The Cedarsong Way 

Zubuya Proyecto Educativo

Entreamigos Centro Educativo

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please contact me for any specific references or collaboration proposals!

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