My element is Water, and for me there is nothing more powerful then diving into the warm waters of Mother Nature, preFERably from a secluded island in the Bahamas, but on a day to day basis, the bathtub will do in a heartbeat :) My zodiac sign is Scorpio, my guardian tree is a little lilac, my favorite 'tool' is a bloodstone, and my specialty is healing. My spirit guide/animal is a fierce little Kestrel, who took me flying many nights when I was growing up. My soul beast is a large cat, unfortunately the sly bugger changes species at whim, although most of the time it's a cougar, she's been known to appear as a cheetah. There is a shy, almost nonexisting wolf, which only appears when called by another, and the latest addition in recent years seems to be a dolphin; That started after I touched and played with one in the wild, and it seems the connection was never quite broken.... Lately I've been invaded by spiders, and since Momma is screaming Her head off for me to get over my fear of them, I allowed one very pretty (for a spider, urgh) one to take residence in my kitchen window. Momma was bright enought to let me find him in a tiny but perfect web one sunny morning, and he himself was tiny too. I had a scream or two, after not seeing him for a while, and re-discovering him in double size, but oh well.... the choice here wasn't mine. Had he had hairy legs, he'd be outside, freezing :)
I'm a KraeuterHexe (the German Word for HerbWitch, however, it does not have the negative perceival witch often carries) by birth, Eclectic by choice, and Solitary by circumstance, other than for my on-line family.
I am practicing kitchen and green witchery, with main focus on healing and herbalism; I am also a Taoist, having found true peace on the 'Way'. Looking for ways to attempt voluntary simplicity, I am currently embracing a new challenge and included Deep Ecology in my studies; Wonderful teachings to bring us even closer to Nature.
I always looked with a little envie at those of you I considered the 'real' caboodle. I should have realized a long time ago that since my magick works without elaborations, I should be grateful. I don't need a robe, or a circle. My robe are my gardener's gloves (which I barely wear anyhow), my circle is my whole garden... ever has been since I planted the lilacs in the corners.
I love my altar, but realize I dont' need it, it is a beautiful decoration and maybe sometimes focus point, to remember all of you who are so dear to me (as I display all of your little gifts).
I am a Healer. Not more, not less. Magick comes naturally with each plant I tend and harvest, and ritual is enclosed in each watering and weeding. So much more than I ever realized..... getting my hands dirty is like a major sabbath.
The articles below will show you my view on a good many things, for I never hold back my opinion :) I hope you find my musings helpful. The first section features my articles, the second section is study material.
The first article, to Witch or not to Witch, will also explain my believes. ALL ARTICLES ARE COPYRIGHTED. If you wish to use one of them, please let me know. Some of them have been bought and published and may not be reproduced without prior approval.
For more information than I can offer at this time, a flying broom is provided on the link page where you might find answers.
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SORCYISM |
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| SORCY-ISM ON LIFE | Short Stories and Gleamings |
| TO WITCH OR NOT TO WITCH | About The Sorceress |
| THE KITCHEN WITCH | Athame or Meat Cleaver? |
| SOCIETY AND WITCHCRAFT | An Age Long Battle |
| THE EVERYDAY MAGICK OF TOY MOUSE AND DRAGON | How to Initiate the Unsuspecting |
| WHEN WITCH MEETS BARD | 45 Minutes He Said |
| A GUARDIAN TREE | The Soul of Little Lilac |
| EMPTY ARMS | Abortion, and the Years Afterwards |
| A CAT’S BURIAL RITE | Letting Go |
| THE SUN AND I | Solar Powered |
| THE PERFECT DAY | Nature at its finest |
| MAKING A DIFFERENCE | Shouldn't we all? |
| HERBAL HEALING | Herblore 101: Recipes and Advise |
GRANNY'S GROVE  The Sacret Button Jar Laundry Day or Stirring a Cauldron A Passing Rite I Am Not Dead, I Do Not Sleep Honoring the Old Ones Family Reunions Summer Canning Long Winter Nights |
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STUDY MATERIAL |
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| FOLLOWING THE WAY |
Tao - Simple Exercises to Balance Feng Shui |
| DEEP ECOLOGY | Back to Nature |
| HOUSE CLEANING | Rid Negative Energies |
| CREATING SACRED SPACE | In House and Garden |
| CREATION MYTHS | Have some? |
| THE TRUTH ABOUT SPELLS |
Do you REALLY need to change your eyecolor??? Learn your Pagan ABC |
| What is Paganism | Neo Pagans and its beginnings |
| FEEL AND USE YOUR CHACRAS | Heal Thyself |
| WHICH TREE ARE YOU? | Find out about your tree and character |
| DICTIONARY OF COMMON CRAFT NAMES | Boline and Co |
| GODS | Alphabetical Listing |
| GODDESSES | Alphabetical Listing |
| DEAR GODDESS | Which Astrology Sign are YOU? |
| CHANTS | Collectables |
| EXPLORE OTHER RELIGIONS | The Druids, Greek Mythology, and Shinto |
| THE OTHER PEOPLE | That’ll be us :) |
| KITCHEN TIPS AND TRICKS | A collection of priceless How-To's |
| GERMAN HOMECOOKING | Recipes from Bread to Full Meals |
| PAGAN RECIPES | Cooking for the Holidays |
 THE PENTAGRAM
| Pentagram Protection - History and Meaning |
| VISUALIZATION | Simple Exercises |
| PAGAN POETRY | Food for the Soul |
| Booklist Poll: Most Used | Pagan Most Favorites |
