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Today is Beltane, the day where pagans celebrate not just spring, but also the blossoming of things all throughout nature. It’s also the day of the bonfires to honour Brigid, the Celtic fire goddess. For my family, it means that we’ll have a meal that reminds us of this time- the pasturing of the lambs, the moving of the flocks to better regions to graze and also when we put out all of the fires and wait for the sacred fire on Tara to be relit and that flame to be brought to light all of the hearths. Most people don’t realize that the sacred trees of the druids are used to light that fire upon Tara hill, but they are. More importantly in my mind, is the thought that goes into our world today- what do we do that reminds us of the sacred divine to keep  it alive in our daily actions and thoughts. Read the rest of this entry »

Today I’m listening to an old favourite- “Jingle Bones” from the Disney Christmas album and giggling madly. Why? Because this album is from my childhood and I realized how much this album played in my psyche as I grew up. I’m a witch/druid/eclectic pagan who loves holidays and enjoys her family and friends in varying doses. (Too much and I so need solitude!) But more than that– Yule is approaching as is Mithra’s birthday and Christmas and my family will be here for the first year ever. This is the first year we’ll have been together since we were kids for the holidays. I’m excited, nervous and want everything to go according to plan– which amuses my male and my psychiatrist both. It’s even funnier to them both to know I’ve even programmed in the chaos and last minute changes that are bound to happen as well. Read the rest of this entry »

Today I begin my vacation. This time of the year has always been special for me. More so because it’s a great time of the year to enjoy the bounty of the earth. Today is the time of the harvest, one of the major holidays for most pagans. It’s also a time celebrated by those who grow food. But what does it mean to celebrate Lughnassadh- the time of the harvest? Read the rest of this entry »

Though this blessing is designated for when you move into a new home, you can also alter it for use on a regular basis to keep your home blessed as a place of peace and serenity. For me, this is the perfect time because I’m moving right now into a new place. So, today, as I’ve just got the first of my bigger items in, I’ve also brought my ritual kit with me as well. Read the rest of this entry »

Yesterday it rained hard for over an hour, and I admit, part of my genetic code started into the sleep mode that prevails when it’s a good rain storm. The other part of me reveled in the energy that the rain brought to the earth and in a way- myself. Nature is a fantastic way to build up energy within ourselves and enjoy the energy the earth gives off. Read the rest of this entry »

When people think of pendulum they think of either the Pit and the Pendulum by Edgar Allen Poe or a pendulum for divination. In this case, it’s the latter we’re going to talk about. First, we’re going to talk about making one. Afterwords, we’ll discuss what uses you’ll have for your new pendulum. Read the rest of this entry »

I’ve been thinking on this topic lately, and since I’m working on an non-fiction book entitled the Colourpaths- The multi-eclectic path for Pagans, I’ve realized it’s a subject that’s got to be touched upon. It came about when I was discussing things with a friend of mine who is a devout Christian. Read the rest of this entry »

This weekend, I celebrated the Spring Equinox which equates with Ostara. For many people, they think of it as Easter, which is similar in the name of the goddess of Spring. Yet, there is more to it than bunnies hiding eggs and the first day of Spring. Read the rest of this entry »

The past two weeks have been very interesting to me. Why? Due to injury, I’ve been experiencing what it’s like to be alone and unfocused when pain hits. So I had to relearn some basic techniques in finding my center. One of the hardest things is finding your center, because it sounds so vague, so mystical. But when you discover what it is to you- you’ll discover a need to return to that state when times get tough. 

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Altars are not just for human or animal sacrifice. In fact, an altar is for communing in a spiritual manner to the universe and those whom we believe in. Some people have shrines, go to church, etc. Having an altar is a way of bringing the divine home and opening you up to your spirituality. Read the rest of this entry »