Connection

Where do you go to connect with nature?  I'm lucky in that I live close to Lake Michigan so I tend to do a daily walk along the lake path.

As I walk toward the lake I pass endless buildings of brick until I reach the greenery of the Lakeshore path.  My mind calms and settles with each step away from the concrete chaos and towards the serene shades of sky and green.

Upon reaching the edge of the shore, the city skyscrapers become visible in the distance as they blur dark against the monochromatic horizon. They stand as charcoal sentinels balanced at the edge of the endless water.  Even in winter, Lake Michigan offers a respite from the harsh masculinity of Chicago's architecture.  A feminine note pushing against the industrial.  I savoir my walks as I listen to the soft sound of waves as they calm the roar of the nearby trains.  I watch with serenity as the grey winter waves froth and foam as they pirouette towards the stone walkway.

Walking in nature and feeling the breeze against your face has a beautiful meditative quality.  And with each step I am reminded of our connection to the God and Goddess.  Where do you go to feel connected to nature?



New Year, New Beginnings!

Do you set New Years resolutions?  Personally, I usually forgo this custom as it inevitably leads to failure as I tend to forget my resolutions around February.  Still, I do love making lists so I scoured the internet looking for various Pagan and Wiccan resolutions to try.  Of course, many pagans see the New Year as beginning after Samhain.  Though, I see no harm in coming up with some goals at this time of the year as well.

Resolution Ideas:




1) Take a walk in nature everyday  

I'm already pretty good at this one.  I try to go for a walk by the lake everyday to recharge my energy and to connect with the deities.  Going for a long walk during Winter in Chicago can sometimes be challenging, though with enough cozy layers and scarfs it's possible.



2) Attend at least one festival

I really hope to achieve this one this year.  I'm mostly solitary and have only been to a handful of Pagan events.  I hope to get my courage up and meet some more fellow Pagans this year. 



3) Spend more time with your deities

Life can certainly be hectic and I find that I too often forget to connect.  I hope to use mediation more often this year and maybe even prayers before meals and bedtime to reconnect with the God and Goddess.



4) Make an altar tool or other Pagan craft idea

While I'm not very handy myself I hope to develop some more skills this year.  After all, handmade items tend to be much more powerful and meaningful than mass produced stuff from China.



5) Study a new tradition

With paganism, I find that the more you learn, the more you realize how little you know.  I've always enjoyed learning about different traditions, deities, and paths.  You could spend several lifetimes learning magical ways and there would still be more to discover.

Do you have any Pagan or Wiccan resolutions?  Share in the comments below.


Witchy Community Tag Video

Hi everyone!

I found this tag video questions on YouYube the other day and decided to make a video of my own responses.

I encourage everyone in the witch community to share their own video responses or comment below.









Here's a list of the questions:

1.) What type of witch are you?
2.) Can you show us your pentacle pendant or other sacred symbol of jewelry you wear?
3.) Have you ever considered joining or creating a coven or circle?
4.) How do you feel about online covens and circles?
5.) When and how did you first find out about witchcraft/wicca?
6.) When did you 1st realize you were a witch? What made you realize that?
7.) How old were you when you 1st started practicing?
8.) What was the 1st spell you ever casted? Did it work?
9.) Have you ever had a spell fail or backfire?
10.) Where do you feel your power comes from?
11.)Which element do you feel connected to the most?
12.) What is the 1st Witchy Thing you ever bought yourself?
13.) What is the name of your favorite Tarot Deck?
14.) What are some of your favorite: herbs, incense, and crystals?
15.) How do you feel about witches depicted in books, movies, and TV shows?
16.) Can you recommend some books, websites, and other resources to us on witchcraft/wicca?
17.) Do you ever doubt your craft?
18.) Have you ever experienced "Spiritual Burnout?" Any advice on that?
19.) What made you want to share your life as a witch on social media?
20.) Tell us something you know now that you wish you knew when you began walking your path.
21.) Can you share a simple craft with us?
22.) Any tips/ words of wisdom for newbies?
23.) Shout Out Some Witchy Channels...
24.) Name some magickal places you wish to visit.

The Wild Unknown Tarot

I've seen several people review The Wild Unknown Tarot deck recently on other blogs and on YouTube.  The deck was created by Kim Krans, an artist living in New York city.  I absolutely love how the artwork is mostly minimalist with beautiful splashes of color.  I don't personal own this deck yet but I am definitely considering purchasing it.  You can find more details about this deck at her website.  If you have this deck, comment below to let me know what you think of it and if you think the cost (currently $40) is worth it.









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