“Hestia, in the high dwellings of all, both deathless gods and men who walk on earth, you have gained an everlasting abode and highest honour: glorious is your portion and your right. For without you mortals hold no banquet, -- where one does not duly pour sweet wine in offering to Hestia both first and last.” Homeric Hymn to Hestia translated by Evelyn White and in the Public Domain None of us would be alive without food. It isn't surprising then that the Greeks included a goddess of the … [Read more...]
Community Linkage
December 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Every week there are new press releases, articles, information, and videos popping up concerning Paganism, spirituality, health, or disabilities. Community Linkage is a collection of useful information and sometimes entertainment for you. You can stay informed by adding me to one of your social circles on Google+ or follow me on Twitter. Sure Could Use a Little Good News The Good News Guardian is a website I visit when I need an attitude boost. Here's some stories that will brighten … [Read more...]
Vote for the Worth and Dignity of Every Person
November 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
There is a value that people in the various Pagan and Magic traditions share: the inherent worth and dignity of every person. Everyone has a human right to health care, sustenance, and housing. This election vote for the candidates who will uphold the programs that put these values into action. What stronger actions are there to show a person they are valued then to maintain their physical temple by feeding them, housing them, and getting them the medical wisdom they need? Fortunately there … [Read more...]
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October 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
My husband and I have been battling small black blood sucking creatures. This happened just after we recovered from almost having pneumonia. Though it's just fleas it sound's like a Halloween horror story. I tried, I really did, to use natural remedies. I put Pennyroyal on Rosie but they wouldn't go away. Eventually we had to wash EVERYTHING. All the clothes and bedding. I'm weary from all of the laundry and spraying the house. I finally broke down and bought flea pills for Rosie and Raven, our … [Read more...]
Misery in the state of Missouri: Politics, Ethics, and Common Sense (warning triggers)
August 21, 2012 By 2 Comments
Furry and wrath race along my spine and down my arms into my fingertips as I start to write this. I've taken a long break from reading political. Yesterday, however, I heard my Missouri Representative's comments. Rep. Todd Akin, on the Fox News Jaco Report said: "legitimate rape" rarely results in pregnancy because "the female body has ways to try to shut that whole thing down." He has since recanted his statement as off the cuff. I didn't care. When I was about nine and again at … [Read more...]
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August 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Every week there are new press releases, articles, information, and videos popping up concerning Paganism, spirituality, health, or disabilities. Community Linkage is a collection of useful information and sometimes entertainment for you. You can stay informed by adding me to one of your social circles on Google+ or follow me on Twitter. Resources for the Blind I recently found out that the National Federation of the Blind offers free white canes. Sports The poolpod lift is a … [Read more...]
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July 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Every week there are new press releases, articles, information, and videos popping up concerning Paganism, spirituality, health, or disabilities. Community Linkage is a collection of useful information and sometimes entertainment for you. You can stay informed by adding me to one of your social circles on Google+ or follow me on Twitter. Health News The National Benefit Authority in Canada recently reshared an essay link on Twitter concerning body dismorphic disorder and eating disorders. … [Read more...]
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July 23, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Every week there are new press releases, articles, information, and videos popping up concerning Paganism, spirituality, health, or disabilities. Community Linkage is a collection of useful information and sometimes entertainment for you. You can stay informed by adding me to one of your social circles on Google+ or follow me on Twitter. The Pagan blogosphere has been abuzz with dialogue weight. I wanted to share some more positive and encouraging posts on the subject. "My BIG Sacred … [Read more...]
Pagans with Disabilities or Developmental Differences Anthology Still Accepting Submissions
July 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Please Distribute Call for Submissions/Writers: E-mail for inquiries and submissions: tara.miller21 (at) gmail.com; please put “Immanion Press Anthology Submission” in your subject line. The new submission date for rough drafts is August 31, 2012. Megalithica Books, an imprint of Immanion Press (Stafford, U.K./Portland, OR, U.S.A.) is seeking submissions for a magic anthology from the perspective of practitioners with disabilities or developmental differences. This includes … [Read more...]
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July 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Every week there are new press releases, articles, information, and videos popping up concerning Paganism, spirituality, health, or disabilities. Community Linkage is a collection of useful information and sometimes entertainment for you. You can stay informed by adding me to one of your social circles on Google+ or follow me on Twitter. "Community for the 21st Century" The New Existentialists This article explains that community is Being-with others. Taking in the presence of others and … [Read more...]
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