The older I get, the more losses I’m experiencing. Things I thought would last forever, aren’t. Progress I assumed would continue, isn’t. People I expected would outlive me, haven’t. Some of this is the reality of being 61. Some if it is the times we live in. Some of it is… more. Read more
This book is exactly what you would expect from someone who is a witch and an aromatherapist, and who also has a background in executive security. Amy Blackthorn knows the mundane and magical sides of protection and she shares her knowledge of both in this concise guide. Read more
A Christian blogger is promoting “freedom from witchcraft.” I say he has it backwards. Witchcraft IS freedom. Read more
I don’t know what I’m going to do when I’m no longer tied to a corporate job for 40+ hours a week. But this much I do know: the many Gods, my oaths, and my practices have built a foundation for what I will do in the future, and what I am doing in these present years of winding down and starting up. Read more
If thoughts of the holidays and their traditions fill you with anxiety and dread, I encourage you to take an honest look at the traditions you’re following, and then actively choose which ones you do and don’t want to continue. Read more
For the most part, we can do what witches and Pagans do to whatever degree we desire. At the same time, we need to pay attention to our environment and be ready if a situation gets out of hand, beginning with seeing things as they really are and taking care of ourselves. Read more
Too many people set their cards down because they have no pressing need. Then when something critical comes up they can’t get a clear answer. Here are some core practices that will keep your Tarot skills sharp now and in the future. Read more
In a magical working at the most recent full moon I received a message that is specifically for me, but is likely relevant to many of you. “Sharpen the swords you have.” Read more
The Fall of the House of Usher is brilliant. It sets Edgar Allan Poe’s stories in our time, but remains faithful to them both in message and in atmosphere. It’s scary and entertaining, and it provides some of most apt social commentary I’ve seen in years. Read more
We ignore fate at our peril. At the same time, we do ourselves no favors if we assume our entire lives are controlled by others and we can do nothing to make them better. Or worse, if we use fate as an excuse for doing things that are easy but unhelpful. Read more
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