2016 has been a strange one for many of us. It feels disingenuous to type that, though, when I’ve lead a very comfortable life all year. Considering the atrocities faced by people in Syria, for example… Yet 2017, as most years, will also throw some difficulties at us, challenges that can feel insurmountable. Sometimes theyContinue reading “Looking Ahead to 2017”
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Nine Virtues for Today
Today I meditate on the nine virtues to help me cope with what happened; with the direction my country takes. I call to the Kindreds for their guidance. I need wisdom to stay rational and to help guide me through history’s spiral. May I share my wisdom with others to help them as needed. IContinue reading “Nine Virtues for Today”
Honor the Earth Mother With Piety, Perseverance, and Joy
With each ritual, with each prayer of thanks before a meal, I reflect on my relationship with the Earth Mother. Honoring her in word and deed is an integral part of my Druidic path. During prayer I often say, “May my greatest offerings be my daily attempts at living in better harmony with you.” TheContinue reading “Honor the Earth Mother With Piety, Perseverance, and Joy”
Starting a Druidic Study Group: A Virtuous Guide
As my current readers know, I started a Druidic study group a few years ago that eventually blossomed into an official ADF Protogrove. We’ve been very successful so far, and I think a lot of that has to do with taking things slowly and beginning as a study group. Now I’m seeing more and moreContinue reading “Starting a Druidic Study Group: A Virtuous Guide”
Author M. A. Phillips 