The Otter guide is known for it's strong connections to fun, expression, and water. When Otter guides you, it is a time to work on pushing your goals in a creative, but determined way. Work doesn't have to be dull, but it does need to get done. Dive into your skills, build your intelligence, express your creativity. Otters are mammals belonging to the Mustelidae family with relatives such as badgers, minks, and polecats. It's name, Otter, comes from Old English and Indo European root words that were also used to create the English word for water. Their dense hair traps warm air to keep them buoyant and warm in chilly waters.

Kelp are large algae seaweeds that grow in what are known as Kelp Forests. They are not actually plants, but Heterokonts which are a plankton based algae. It is said these plants came about between 5 and 23 million years ago and can grow up to 200ft in a day. Kelp can be a sign to look at what is growing beneath the surface or brewing in our subconscious mind. This reminds us that we need to express and grow the talents and skills within us. It is through developing what makes us special that allows us to fulfill ourselves emotionally and spiritually.

Lace Agate is a banded chalcedony, or a form of quartz that is infused with iron and aluminum. This creates a mix of blacks, greys, golds, blues, and occasional pinks or reds swirled into a lace-like pattern. It is exclusively found within Northern Mexico and believed to have developed around 65-90 million years ago in the cretaceous period. It is said to be a 'laughter stone' which aids in warding off the 'evil eye', bringing joy, and aiding in healing emotional pain.

The element of water is known for it's combination of gentle and dangerous qualities. Water soothes and relaxes, enabling us to connect with our emotional senses. This tranquility aids in how we heal from past traumas and how we restore what was once lost within us. Water reminds us of the innocence and purity found in the world, yet also reminds us of the chaotic and unexpected nature of our environment. By going through trials, we build strength physically and mentally and develop into a stronger person. This element reminds us to flow past our negatives and strive for a healthy expression of our emotions and abilities.