The circle

Our People

The seekers, stewards, and storytellers walking this path together.

Founder

Donna Deplano

Misha

Donna Deplano is a lifelong seeker of spiritual wisdom whose path has been guided by a deep desire to live a life of purpose, service, and discovery. For more than twenty years, she worked in the healthcare sector, dedicating herself to the well-being of others while nurturing an ever-growing interest in the deeper questions of life, consciousness, and the human spirit.

At the heart of Donna's journey is a profound appreciation for family and friendship. She credits her mother's unwavering love and encouragement with inspiring her lifelong pursuit of knowledge and truth. Today, she continues to draw strength, support, and inspiration from her close relationship with her brother.

Together with her partner, Terry, Donna fulfilled a longtime dream by relocating to the peaceful coast of Delaware, where they built their dream home. It was there that her spiritual journey took an unexpected and transformative turn. During a visit, a friend shared an intuitive message that spiritual beings were present on the property and suggested that Donna might be able to connect with them during the quiet hours before sunrise and after sunset.

What began as a simple act of curiosity soon unfolded into a remarkable spiritual exploration. Over the past decade, Donna has documented what she describes as magnificent Light Beings through photography, capturing images that have inspired wonder, reflection, and inquiry. This experience launched a continuing journey to understand the nature of these luminous forms and the messages they may carry for humanity.

Along this path, Donna received a spiritual gift in the form of a new name — Misha. The name honors the Archangel Michael, whom she has long invoked as a guardian, guide, and protector. Embracing this name as part of her spiritual identity, Misha continues to explore the mysteries of the unseen world while sharing her experiences with others who are seeking greater meaning.

Author

Barbara Quijano

Barbara Quijano is a retired Senior Executive Service leader from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, where she served in a variety of executive leadership roles over a distinguished 27-year career. She is also a certified Executive Coach and a member of the California Bar Association.

Following her retirement from federal service, Barbara embraced a deeper spiritual calling that led her toward writing, healing work, and personal transformation. She is the author of two spiritually themed novels, Angelic Wavelength and Alma's Mirror, both inspired by themes of awakening, connection, and the unseen dimensions of life.

Barbara is the mother of four children and grandmother to seven grandchildren. She lives in Maryland with her husband and finds joy in writing, traveling the world, and walking the historic C&O Towpath.