When I woke up this morning, after going about my toilette, I approached my altar, but decided I would hold off on my usual devotional. I felt unsettled, so I went outside. I contemplated yoga, but my inner voice urged me to stretch up to the sun, to feel the dewy grass on my feet,Continue reading “Clearing the Dust”
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Samhain in Our New Home
I’ve been pretty quiet lately, and it’s largely because I’ve been so busy with projects. For one, I’m all about costumes. As a large part my family’s celebration involves dressing up, I put a lot of time and energy into costumes for my daughter and myself. I’ve also needed to finish editing and revising theContinue reading “Samhain in Our New Home”
30 Days of Magical Roots
Between the impending move, FAE Fest, and the upcoming school year, August is going to be insane. In an effort to help me stay rooted in my spiritual practice, and in the spirit of reflection, I’m going to try my best to participate in #30DaysMagicalRoots Challenge that Plentiful Earth is facilitating. If you’re interestedContinue reading “30 Days of Magical Roots”
Forest Memories
We’re in the process of buying a home! We’ve been looking for a few months, and it seemed like we weren’t going to find anything for awhile. I had a vision of what I wanted, and many homes just didn’t have the right layout (or a dry basement). One property seemed to have what IContinue reading “Forest Memories”
Fun Find
With Samhain right around the corner, stores are full of decor that makes many of us excited. While I usually prefer supporting artisans or making my own tools, I saw this ceramic cauldron at Target and it was exactly what I wanted for my Ancestor shrine. I like to give offerings of beverages, usually tea,Continue reading “Fun Find”
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”
Exploring Irish Cooking: Boxty Pancakes
Ever since I watched some random travel documentary about Ireland a few years ago, I wanted to try making boxty. I remember the host talking to some people who were making them at an outdoor market, and they looked delicious and easy. They’re essentially potato pancakes that use leftover mashed potatoes. This morning, I finallyContinue reading “Exploring Irish Cooking: Boxty Pancakes”
Exploring Irish Cooking: Potato and Fresh Herb Soup
This week, as I explore Irish cooking, I decided to try another soup. It’s been chilly, and soup has a way of comforting like no other. I decided to give the Potato and Fresh Herb Soup recipe a try. Again, this is from Darina Allen’s Irish Traditional Cooking. Unfortunately, I don’t have a lot of freshContinue reading “Exploring Irish Cooking: Potato and Fresh Herb Soup”
Exploring Irish Food: Snow Pancakes 2.0
Just as I thought when I first made the batter for snow pancakes, once the snow fully melted, it was much easier to cook. I let the remaining batter sit in the fridge overnight. The result was a nice, thin batter – exactly what I’m used to when I make pancakes! I poured the batterContinue reading “Exploring Irish Food: Snow Pancakes 2.0”
Exploring Irish Cooking: Snow Pancakes
Well, it’s another very snowy day in Northern New York. I didn’t have to go into work, so I decided to do something special for breakfast, and searched my new Irish cook book. Unfortunately, our cupboards are a little bare… One recipe jumped out at me because of what little was needed and the seasonally appropriate ingredientContinue reading “Exploring Irish Cooking: Snow Pancakes”
Author M. A. Phillips 