Welcome to Three Things Thursday – your weekly dose of three mini posts in a larger post. Virtual Vernal Equinox: Life changed quickly due to Covid-19, and my grove adapted with an online ritual. Unlike other instances when we did virtual rites, I did all the parts. I wanted to make it as stress-free asContinue reading “Three Things Thursday: Virtual Vernal Equinox, Devotionals with my Daughter, and a Writing Update”
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Let’s Finish the 30 Days Magical Roots Challenge
Oh my goodness. Where has the time gone? For those curious, I’m all moved into my new home! Huzzah! It was a stressful process that disrupted my spiritual practice, but sacrifice is necessary for change. I’m starting to get back into things, though. With that, I want to tie up loose ends and finish theContinue reading “Let’s Finish the 30 Days Magical Roots Challenge”
30 Days Magical Roots Challenge – Days 7-11
Time for another edition of the 30 Days Magical Roots Challenge! I’m trying not to go out of my mind while I wait for details on the closing. I’ve always heard that moving is one of the most stressful ordeals, and I believe it because it’s been that way in the past. But buying aContinue reading “30 Days Magical Roots Challenge – Days 7-11”
Reflecting on my Spiritual Practice and Growth this Past Year
As I write this, the year’s first real snowfall is blanketing the land. It’s a time of rest and introspection. Spiritually, it’s a new year. As with our secular New Year, it’s custom to reflect on various aspects of our lives, how we’ve changed, and where we’re going. Recently, I’ve found myself thinking a lotContinue reading “Reflecting on my Spiritual Practice and Growth this Past Year”
Reflecting on Liturgy Practicum 1
I am very nearly finished with one of the advanced ADF study programs – Liturgy Practicum 1. I lost track of time, and when I saw that I had journaled for over the required four months, I was surprised to see that it’s time to submit! What once seemed daunting is now nearly over! Liturgy practicum 1Continue reading “Reflecting on Liturgy Practicum 1”
Fast as an Oak Tree
When life gets busy, I tend to feel that my spirituality comes out of focus. Socializing, driving from place to place, and my day job all distract me from my studies. Being a mother and keeping my home is exhausting. So often, I find myself snuggled in a bathrobe, on the couch, watching something on Netflix.Continue reading “Fast as an Oak Tree”
Pagan Parenting: Changing My Schedule
At my baby shower, one piece of advice that was repeated again and again was, “rest when the baby is resting.” It’s easier said than done in part because I’ve always been a very productive, project-oriented person. I’ve had to embrace raising my baby as the most important project in my life at this time,Continue reading “Pagan Parenting: Changing My Schedule”
Pregnant Pagan: The Sacrifice of Self
When we decided to try having a baby, my husband and I were well aware of the fact that doing so would mean putting some of ourselves aside (at least for a little while). We must re-prioritize how we spend our excess money and time. Traveling will be a little difficult for a few years.Continue reading “Pregnant Pagan: The Sacrifice of Self”
Author M. A. Phillips 