AN AMERICAN REVIVALThe heartland of the North American continent is experiencing a profound revival. Recent years have seen a small but significant rebirth of practical animism in the north-central plains, and an amazing prophecy is unfolding on the prairie. The participants believe that the spirit of a place is a function of geography, ecology, and history, and that the land shapes the inhabitant as surely as the inhabitant shapes the land. The long-hidden secrets of the grandfathers are revealed; their carefully hidden knowledge passed on. An ancient body of practical knowledge is once again available to real people everywhere. The hopes and dreams of a few worthy people long dead now have new life. NEW ANIMISM
Beyond these basic beliefs, animism comprises a practical system of knowledge designed to be of benefit to the possessor. This system of knowledge usually involves techniques for entering into beneficial arrangements between the practitioner and the spiritual beings that are accessible to them. There are almost as many different bodies of practical knowledge as there are practitioners of animism; particularly so given the current resurgence of popularity animism now enjoys. The practice of animism has not always been such a Babel of systems as it is today. ANCIENT KNOWLEDGE
Long term relationships between a group of real people and various useful spiritual beings were cultivated and maintained unto hoary tradition. For a people to lose their core of animist knowledge meant the end of their group viability. Similarly, if a people were destroyed, their animist knowledge could be lost forever; the methods and relationships forgotten and neglected, the tools decaying in some dusty museum. HIDDEN KNOWLEDGE
Early on, they made plans to secure their knowledge, methods, relationships and tools for a future generation of real people. They had faith that the land and its spiritual inhabitants would survive the depredations of the seemingly crazed displaced Europeans. They knew that one day these gentle but persistent spirits would reshape the new inhabitants, just as it had reshaped their ancestors so long ago. The secrets were hidden, cached in the places that were familiar to them, using some old methods and some new ones devised for the urgent purpose at hand. Thus a significant body of aboriginal American knowledge was put to rest in the northern plains, with the hope that it would once again be found by the new real people of the coming age. FOUND KNOWLEDGE
This new age shaman is the descendant of the European usurpers, and his family has lived in the area for several generations. His name is David Huckleberry, and he is following the gentle urgings of the knowledge he has inherited. His task is not an easy one; integrating the ancient practices into today's culture. CULTURE SHOCK
In today's world, especially as it is encountered in rural Iowa, there is no societal role for these types of persons. Even when the current relative resurgence of animist beliefs is considered, the real practitioner is left without a workplace or a clientele. The ancient knowledge can only be truly practical in its application when these elements are present. Dave has spent many years trying to overcome the modern bias against practical animism and its practitioners. He has successfully reestablished a respectable and useful niche for himself and his talents, in obedience to the urging of his ancient teachers.
PRACTICAL ANIMISMPractical animism has existed in every part of the globe that has been inhabited by human beings. It has been a feature of human behavior since time immemorial. Because it is largely a function of the relationship between people and the land they occupy, its practice reaches a certain maturity among those people who live in close association with a particular place or range of places over relatively long periods of time. Even nomadic people can have a well developed system of practical animism; they simply become familiar with a greater range of places than more localized people. Invaders and other usurpers of land, however, are almost never wholly successful in bringing their animist systems along with them to their new homes or ranges. Animism is inextricably linked to the place or places where it is practiced. The new inhabitants of the land must eventually deal with the local animist beings; only certain highly skilled practitioners could move such beings from place to place. Yet the fact remains that animist societies can sometimes leave their rich heritage behind for others when faced with doom and destruction. PRACTICAL MEANS USEFUL
Experienced practitioners with rich bodies of knowledge and the right tools can accomplish amazing things indeed. Furthermore, some bodies of animist knowledge permit the practitioners to use their skills and tools to help their clientele; certain bodies of animist knowledge actually require its practitioners to do so. This is exactly the case with Dave. The ancient knowledge he has found puts him at your service. WHAT DAVE DOES
Dave has solutions for discovering or disclosing that which has been elusive, occulted, forgotten or deliberately hidden. It is also within his power to indulge those clients requiring more active measures, although prudence demands that he be more selective in accepting such clients. Dave is always the final arbiter in such matters. Dave would like to try to help you. He is willing to listen to your wishes, consider your problems and formulate a course of action especially for you. He will provide you with the tools you need to realize your goals and eliminate your problems. He can help you find the real power you need to act effectively. WHAT DAVE CAN DO FOR YOU
Using the wealth of natural materials available to him, and with the help of the familiar spirits which inhere in his extensive range of operations, Dave creates objects of great power and utility. He makes each one only after personal consultation with its intended owner. Each object is unique, hand crafted by Dave in the ancient manner to serve the particular needs of each client. The objects give the client access to the aspects of Dave's practical animism that they need. Dave instructs each client directly on the proper use and application of his creations. Dave not only makes your power objects for you, he tells you how to use them in your quest for knowledge and power. POWER OBJECTS
Most clients seek help with business decisions, personal relationships, career related matters, and affairs of the heart. Whatever your need, Dave will listen. If it is within his power to help you, he will be at your service. The living tools of practical animism can be yours. TELL DAVE WHAT YOU NEED
The prospective client should be aware that there are fundamental differences between the two methods of applying for Dave's help. While only those familiar and experienced with petitioning the services of animist practitioners should expect to be successful with the direct method, there is another way. LET DAVE TELL YOU
If you choose this approach, Dave will want to communicate with you personally. You may initiate this process by sending e-mail to Dave from this page. If it is your wish you may include your telephone number, and if Dave thinks it advisable, your practical needs may be ascertained in one or more telephone conversations. Dave does not have a telephone at his cabin, but he can return your call when he is in town, usually within a day or two. Dave can then proceed to create the necessary tools for you and personally instruct you in their use after receipt. PERSONAL ATTENTION
Such personal attention is not always necessary or advisable. If Dave decides after initial consultation that he would be unable to proceed effectively without meeting the client in person, the client remains free to decline without obligation. Dave never compromises his work in any way. The desires and the best interests of his clients always come first for David Huckleberry. FREE CONSULTATION
While Dave prefers to take the time to respond to written applications, he understands that some of his client's needs are urgent, and will accommodate them accordingly. If your needs require, and you send him your number, Dave will contact you directly by telephone. Be advised that this happens rarely DAVE'S FEE
The average client may expect to spend between $500 and $1,000 for Dave's work, although some pay less and a few pay much more. Dave sets his fees himself, after consultation with the prospective client. It costs nothing to find out exactly what Dave can do for you. An e-mail can initiate your personal relationship with an experienced and powerful practitioner of the resurgent practical animism. CONTACT DAVE |
Animism is a body of knowledge founded upon the belief that the things around us are infused with more than mere existence. Animists believe that the hills, valleys, waterways, and rocks are spiritual beings, as are the plants and animals. Further, they believe that there are other, less obvious spiritual beings not commonly associated with the phenomena of everyday experience. 