This post has been on my to-do list forever. Those who have followed me for awhile know that I haven’t been updating as regularly. Blame motherhood. Thank goodness for spring break! First, a disclaimer – I did not buy this book. I won this directly from the author as part of a publication giveaway! IContinue reading ““Brigid: History, Mystery, and Magick of the Celtic Goddess” – A Review”
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Drumming Awake the Horse
I put many things on the back-burner after having my daughter. Attending drum circles at the Kripalu Yoga and Wellness Center was one such thing because it’s meant for adults. The purpose of their monthly circles is to trance, and most of us know that kids do not mix well with that practice. My husbandContinue reading “Drumming Awake the Horse”
Working and Staying Afloat
It’s been quite a week, but I’ve been meaning to write a more substantial update here for some time. I figure I should finish and publish this as I move into another week and a new lunar cycle. Much of this entry has been hanging out in my draft folder for several days. Why the delay?Continue reading “Working and Staying Afloat “
On Virtual Rituals and My Own Druidry
I’m finally enjoying a somewhat lazy day today. I slept in and have very little to do besides clean and work on some personal projects. I did take advantage of my freedom and caught up on some grove business. It gave me some time to reflect on what Northern Rivers Grove accomplished by offering our WinterContinue reading “On Virtual Rituals and My Own Druidry”
Trance 1: A Lull
We experienced a very beautiful full moon recently. Several people commented that they felt an intense amount of energy related to it. Normally I feel very energetic around full moons, but this month found me exhausted, drained, and even a little ill feeling. To be sure, November has been a stressful month for many ofContinue reading “Trance 1: A Lull”
Trance 1: Yoga and Consecrations
I’m proud to say that I did my Three Realms Yoga* yesterday and this morning. I went downstairs before anyone else, opened the curtains in the windows facing the back forest, and moved through my poses. It rained all day Saturday, and today is a sunny autumn day. The difference in weather mixed with two daysContinue reading “Trance 1: Yoga and Consecrations”
Trance 1: Rattles and Dance
A few posts ago, I talked about my hesitance to work with a rattle during a trance exercise suggested in a book. Something about the context didn’t feel right to me. It just wasn’t for me. Well, I attended the Central New York Pagan Pride Day on September 17th and had an opportunity to try aContinue reading “Trance 1: Rattles and Dance”
Trance 1: The Struggle is Real
The last couple weeks (since I last updated on my work through basic trance exercises and techniques) have felt like a backwards slide. You see, I went back to work after a long vacation. In many ways, this was a good thing, especially because it thrust me back into my ten-month routine of waking upContinue reading “Trance 1: The Struggle is Real”
Trance 1: Yoga and Workbooks
The following is an account of my continued work with trance as part of ADF’s Trance 1 course, advanced studies towards Initiate status. I’ve decided to share my personal experiences on my blog as a way of accountability. If some of my reflections happen to help others on similar journeys, I hope they share! SinceContinue reading “Trance 1: Yoga and Workbooks”
Trance 1:Three Realms and Spirit Guides
The following is an account of my continued work with trance as part of ADF’s Trance 1 course, advanced studies towards Initiate status. I’ve decided to share my personal experiences on my blog as a way of accountability. If some of my reflections happen to help others on similar journeys, I hope they share! ThisContinue reading “Trance 1:Three Realms and Spirit Guides”
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