Pagans are the people of many books, and much of what a beyond-beginner needs to read isn’t found in the Pagan section of the bookstore. These are five books that have been helpful to me as a Pagan even though they aren’t Pagan books. Read more
Pagans are the people of many books, and much of what a beyond-beginner needs to read isn’t found in the Pagan section of the bookstore. These are five books that have been helpful to me as a Pagan even though they aren’t Pagan books. Read more
Patheos hosts my blog, promotes my work, and pays me a token amount, which is more than most blogging sites. No one has ever tried to censor my work – if they do, I’ll move. But I’m not going to leave a good situation over what might happen. Read more
Life is challenging, especially for those of us who are awake. There are this-world concerns that require our urgent attention. But our spiritual practices, devotions, and holy day celebrations are a connection to our Source – they need our attention too. Read more
I’ve always believed that facts are sacred, that I should follow where the facts lead, and that truth is built on facts. Your journey may lead you elsewhere, but my commitment to facts and truth led me to Paganism. Read more
Politicians are known for playing fast and loose with the truth. But blatantly denying facts, making serious accusations supported by no facts, and promoting untruths as facts cross a dangerous line, even by the low standards of politicians. Read more
You cheered because a bunch of park rangers did their job. You can be an inspiring badass park ranger for someone else. Grow the resistance one imaginatively subversive act at a time. Read more
Imbolc reminds us that spring has always followed winter and so our work is not in vain. Spring will follow winter this time too… no matter how long winter lasts. Read more
Maybe Trump is right – maybe it is midnight in America. But here’s the thing. Witches, Druids, Pagans in general – midnight is our hour, and we will set our own agendas for the next four years. Read more
The need for clear thinking, honest speaking, and courageous action are stronger than ever. If we are to respond according to our values and not the values of Trump and his ilk, we must maintain the sovereignty of our minds. Read more