Although I’m not finished with my Magic 1 essays, I have started to read books on ogham for Divination 1. I’m not merely looking at the course as a way to learn about divination. I see learning ogham as a next step in my magical practices. Not only can it be used as a wayContinue reading “Magically Mundane Mondays – Hug a Tree”
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In Which I Struggle Through Magic 1
I think I’m finished with exit question 1 of Magic 1. For now anyway. I now believe that one reason I stalled on the essays is because the first question is, in my opinion, worded so awkwardly. “Discuss the importance of the action of the magico-religious function as it is seen within the context ofContinue reading “In Which I Struggle Through Magic 1”
I Envy You Professional Pagans…
I envy the professional witches and druids out there. It’s not that I dislike my career. I get a lot of fulfillment out of it and find that it’s quite compatible with Druidism. But when I come home, I’m so exhausted. I focus on my artwork because a) it’s spiritually fulfilling to me and b)Continue reading “I Envy You Professional Pagans…”
Sick Days
Today I took a sick day. I hesitated to do it because I’m not hacking out a lung, don’t want to get too behind in work, and hate having to call in, but I really needed to. I should have yesterday. I felt like rubbish all day. I was able to get my work doneContinue reading “Sick Days”
Magic 101
I feel as if I’ve been working on this one portion of the Initiate Program forever! I’m very nearly done with Magic in the Ancient World by Fritz Graf. It’s been an absolutely fascinating read thus far and I feel like I’ve learned more from it than I have any other book on the subject.Continue reading “Magic 101”
Bulleted Update
I’m working on a fairy costume for Samhain. I scrapped my original idea which involved a laced vest. I’m going to try and make myself a chemise type dress with a girdle/faux corset thing around the chest. I’m trying to go for an elegant but wild look, if that makes sense. I bought ear tipsContinue reading “Bulleted Update”
Blurb
My spirit really wants to take a walk in the woods but my body is very much against it. For starters, I had a long and wearisome work day. Second, and most influential – it’s dreadfully hot today. I think it will be a good night for trance. Maybe. *crosses fingers* It is also aContinue reading “Blurb”
On the Evolution of Magic
I’ve been reading Magic in the Ancient World by Fritz Graf. While I’m not even halfway through, I’m learning a lot about magic in the Mediterranean world. The concept changed throughout history, but there was always this concept of the “other” – the enemy or the outsiders – practicing malevolent magic. Unless I am wayContinue reading “On the Evolution of Magic”
Rolling in Books
A new book arrived for me in the mail today: Magic in the Ancient World by Fritz Graf. It’s recommended reading for Magic 1 in ADF’s Initiate Program. I’ve read many titles about the history and folklore of magic in Europe – mostly focusing on the north-eastern parts. This latest book focuses on the Mediterranean world.Continue reading “Rolling in Books”
Into the Forest
I’ve recently begun to feel inadequate as a Druid. I feel like all I do is read, read, read but I hardly do! Yes, I’ve been doing my devotionals and my one formal ritual a week. Yes I consider art to be magic and I do that a lot. But… I guess it’s because I’ve beenContinue reading “Into the Forest”
Author M. A. Phillips 