Being a good Pagan or a devout practitioner of any religious or spiritual path is no exemption from the ups and downs of life. When we recognize spiritual deserts for what they are, we can find a helpful well… and keep moving through the desert. Read more
Nine Things I Think – England, Wales and Ireland Edition: food in England, beer in Ireland, news in the US, and a reminder of how powerful the land can be. Read more
Kristoffer Hughes’ book From the Cauldron Born is an exploration of bardic magic. It is both an analysis of the story of Cerridwen and Taliesin and a recipe for the transformation of the Cauldron. Read more
Most of us are doing our religion right, at least most of the time. But there are a few things in the religious world that are a clear sign you’re doing it wrong – be mindful and avoid them. Read more
Wondering “am I doing it right?” is a good thing. It’s a sign you’re taking your religion seriously. Read more
Anglesey was a center of Druidry in ancient times and the site of the infamous Roman massacre of 61 CE. My visit there was the highlight of my recent trip, but it was not what I expected. Read more
The 5000 year old passage tomb of Newgrange is beautiful and moving. It calls me to remember my ancestors, to connect to them, to honor them, and to remember that some day I will join them. Read more
A recent trip to England, Wales and Ireland was inspiring, educational, and at times just plain fun, but there’s something to be learned from the journey too. Read more
Call me a geek, but I love sifting through the analytics and seeing all the different ways people come to Under the Ancient Oaks. Here are the top keywords people use to find me on Google and other search engines. Read more
At first glance Temple of Artemis is far less impressive than other temples I visited on my trip in 2012. But when you stop looking for awe-inspiring architecture and start seeing, you notice something important. The Temple of Artemis is alive. Read more
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