A group for Pagan Apartment Dwellers to converse, visit, and share. We face a unique condition, we have no place for a large traditional garden or outdoor circle, or indoor temple room. However, we have our alternatives and solutions! Do Share!
How Does your Witchy garden Grow?? Avid Gardeners and New to the whole idea of growing your own Magickal, Medicinal, or veggie garden, garden altars, ritual, container gardening, that perfect meditation spot, fire pits, herbs, recipes, seed sharing!!
For the goths, emos & alikes, a place to chill out and be yourselves. Come join our relaxed area. Please have an open mind when joining here. No black or dark magic. Thanks.
A discussion group for those interested in various aspects of the "left hand path" (LHP) versus the right-hand-path. Relevant topics would be the Temple of Set, the Setian philosophy, or other related topics.
I just stumbled upon this particular group (after hours of searching online for like minded people, but who's counting ;P) I have been looking for groups to ask questions, and also compare notes about beliefs and such.
Sorry if this is incoherent...
Where to start, so much to cover... I have been studying various paths for more then 5 years now, including Wicca (not for me), Goddess worship, Spiritual Satanism, Kitchen-Witchcraft, Norse Paganism, and recently found the book Nocturnal Witchcraft. I had to move from OR to ME and lost all my books, journals, my BoS, and my tools/herbs/crystals, and most of my belongings at my old place, so am trying to rebuild my collection of magical tools and trappings.
[[ Edit: after much study Asatru has begun bonking me upside the skull, more on that when it is not so late. But the Gods are getting my attention, that's for sure....]]
I have been practicing as a Solitary thus far, haven't met anyone who I could practice with yet. I don't have a title to call my beliefs yet, I am still hammering out the details of everything. I am thinking of making a name tag with an intial for each path I am studying it would look something like "G.W.S.S.K.W.N.P.N.W."... Which seems kind of long, so hence the hammering out of details.
I tend to look slightly gothic, unless I put on eye makeup, then I look very intense. I don't really try to dress a certain way, being a mom, I am happy to have clean clothing, let alone anything fancy.
I look young, but feel ancient. I have reddish brown hair with blonde streaks right now, but have had a multitude of looks over the years. From short spikes colored red or purple, to long grown to my waist and either black or red.
I have one piercing in my nose 18g ring. I just got my first tattoo a few days ago. It is of a raven feather, and represents many things to me:
it represents Odin, and the path I feel drawn to
it represents my past, and what I have overcome successfully, and even in a cross cultural reference, it is shown in a music video called Never Too Late... my past was a lot like that music video, and it reminds me how strong I am now.
I have felt an affinity to ravens and crows for a long time, and this is my way of carrying that with me at all times.
Spiral Dance by Starhawk
Nocturnal Witchcraft by Konstantinos
Drawing Down the Moon by Margot Adler
The Fifth Sacred Thing by Starhawk
The Dune series
LOTR series
Wicca for the Solitary Practitioner by Scott Cunningham
Clan of the Cave Bear series
too many more to put up, I love books...
Beliefs / Practices
Witch, Satanist, Other Spirituality, Heathen
Other Beliefs/Practices
I read Tarot cards very accurately, I work with herbs, crystals, meditation, following the Moon phases, and writing extensively in my Book of Shadows. I do not have specific Deities at the moment but am drawn to my ancestry of German, British, Scottish, Irish, Dutch, and Jewish... Now to figure out which ones are speaking to me yes?
I believe in personal responsibility, and that with every step we shape our path. I tend to be empathic towards people's thoughts or feelings, sometimes picking up on thoughts and speaking them seconds before the other person will.
I have explained to people that I feel everyone is entitled to their own choice in paths, religions, and beliefs. I said to someone once "I do not care if they worship purple spotted singing frogs, they are are as free to choose as I am. And I respect their right to choose it."
Granted if that person's choice leads them to hurt me or my child, then all bets are off. I am protective of myself and my child, and will use magical and mundane ways to keep us safe from harm.
I enjoy gardening, and honoring the Earth in doing so.
Hobbies
Crocheting ritual items, clothing, blankets, toys for my child, and am working on a crocheted rune set. I love reading, writing, drawing, gardening and harvesting herbs, going for nature walks, reading pagan authored essays online, learning all I can about the path in front of me, but also about life in general.
Heroes
I would say that I don't have heroes as much as I have people who have influenced my life for both good and bad. If they hadn't left foot prints in my life, I would not be who I am now. So I am grateful for both, for it shaped me into the person I am.
Likes
I like many things.
Books, both old and new (the smell of old books mmmm).
Good food I cooked, or someone else who is skillful at cooking delicious food stuffs.
A quiet walk with an empty backpack.
Cuddling my daughter in my arms.
The smell of fresh herbs, such as Rosemary, Sage, Lavender, Clover blossoms, Ginger, and many more.
The feeling of a pen in my hand, and blank paper before me.
The meditative state I go into when crocheting something.
Sex (nuff said, right?)
My sense of humor, it weeds out the ignorant and closed minded, and makes it so I deal with them less. And it beacons it out for those who share my same thought processes involving the fine art of humor and sarcasm.
The feeling of a sword or knife in my hand.
Belly laughing.
Smart assed bumper stickers and pins (I own many a pin that sends some into fits of laughter, and others into spasms of stereotype based bigotry... Makes for easier time knowing them, when they bluster and splutter over an innocent pin, yes?)
Tattoos (I have one so far, and I have at least 5-7 more planned)
Piercings (I love the look of them, exotic, and being a masochist, I like getting them done.)
Online RPGs.
Playing MTG.
Playing WoW (yes, *gasp* another rare and elusive girl gamer!!! quick take pictures, before I slip away again)
if you want to know more, then you'll have to ask now won't you?
Dislikes
Black olives (they look like bugs).
Willful ignorance (gotta love them Fundies yes?).
Bigotry (again, another point for the Fundies).
Someone hurting children or anyone else maliciously.
Someone pushing their beliefs on me when I say without a doubt I am not interested in converting.
Being told I am going to Hell (my response varies, but is usually "Well duh, I'm first in line with the booze, the strippers, and the bondage gear, I'll see you there, since you're judging me, and your holy book does mention that being a big no no right?")
Bland cooking.
A messy domicile (nothing irks me more then having to live in a constant messy home... I am very Virgo when it comes to my living conditions. The only time I let it slide is when I am sick, or my child is sick. Then once better, I attack the mess and kill it before it takes over completely.)
Bad hygiene (I mean come on, how hard is it to brush your teeth and bathe? I promise, the soap and tooth paste will not dissolve your skin or mouth, if they do, I will buy you a new one. I promise!)
The overuse of cologne or perfume (yes that is a lovely aroma, must you marinate in it?)
can't think of more right now, but I am sure there are more, just ask me.
How did you find PaganSpace?
I googled Nocturnal Witchcraft, trying to find websites related to the book by Konstantinos.
Hello, thanks for accepting my request. I was reading what you posted on the Frithstead group. I'm also venturing into making my own set of runes. I've read in different books and also places on the internet that it is best to choose the type of wood that is connected with certain deities.
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May 8-10 (come early and stay late!)
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"Rising from the flames to renew the future"
Come relight your fires around the great Bale Fire, share your stories at the annual Bardic Circle, worship, relax....and have tons of Beltane fun!
*activities for kids, teens, general and adults-only!
*over 24 workshops
*4 diverse pagan bands
*8 rituals showcasing various pagan trads from folks that have been planning for months!
*camping in the foothills of the Shenandoah on sacred land, opportunities for quiet walks in the woods....ALSO- new campsites for 2009 and some accomodations left for rent.
*handfasting of two incredible community members
*AND more........ ......... ....
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Still need more info? Contact AskTheGenie@ BlueRidgeBeltane .org
The last few days may have you dreaming of Spring...so go ahead and dream!
You are invited to the
Blue Ridge Beltane Festival
May 8-10 (come early and stay late!)
Stanardsville VA
"Rising from the flames to renew the future"
Come relight your fires around the great Bale Fire, share your stories at the annual Bardic Circle, worship, relax....and have tons of Beltane fun!
*activities for kids, teens, general and adults-only!
*over 24 workshops
*4 diverse pagan bands
*8 rituals showcasing various pagan trads from folks that have been planning for months!
*camping in the foothills of the Shenandoah on sacred land, opportunities for quiet walks in the woods....ALSO- new campsites for 2009 and some accomodations left for rent.
*handfasting of two incredible community members
*AND more........ ......... ....
Be part of the longest running and largest Beltane celebration in Virginia.
Be part of the magick of making community!
First registration deadline is March 25th.
Go to www.BlueRidgeBeltan e.org (if you have trouble, clear your internet history cache) or
friend us at www.myspace. com/441854154,
http://www.paganspa ce.net/group/ blue
or
find us at Tribe.net calendar.
Vendors still welcome to apply!
Contact Vending@BlueRidgeBe ltane.org
Feel free to spread the word. Last year 250 people shared this great holy time together, sure would like to break the record and become a 'national festival' in 2009!
Still need more info? Contact AskTheGenie@ BlueRidgeBeltane .org
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You are invited to the
Blue Ridge Beltane Festival
May 8-10 (come early and stay late!)
Stanardsville VA
"Rising from the flames to renew the future"
Come relight your fires around the great Bale Fire, share your stories at the annual Bardic Circle, worship, relax....and have tons of Beltane fun!
*activities for kids, teens, general and adults-only!
*over 24 workshops
*4 diverse pagan bands
*8 rituals showcasing various pagan trads from folks that have been planning for months!
*camping in the foothills of the Shenandoah on sacred land, opportunities for quiet walks in the woods....ALSO- new campsites for 2009 and some accomodations left for rent.
*handfasting of two incredible community members
*AND more........ ......... ....
Be part of the longest running and largest Beltane celebration in Virginia.
Be part of the magick of making community!
First registration deadline is March 25th.
Go to www.BlueRidgeBeltan e.org (if you have trouble, clear your internet history cache) or
friend us at www.myspace. com/441854154,
http://www.paganspa ce.net/group/ blue
or
find us at Tribe.net calendar.
Vendors still welcome to apply!
Contact Vending@BlueRidgeBe ltane.org
Feel free to spread the word. Last year 250 people shared this great holy time together, sure would like to break the record and become a 'national festival' in 2009!
Still need more info? Contact AskTheGenie@ BlueRidgeBeltane .org
You are invited to the
Blue Ridge Beltane Festival
May 8-10 (come early and stay late!)
Stanardsville VA
"Rising from the flames to renew the future"
Come relight your fires around the great Bale Fire, share your stories at the annual Bardic Circle, worship, relax....and have tons of Beltane fun!
*activities for kids, teens, general and adults-only!
*over 24 workshops
*4 diverse pagan bands
*8 rituals showcasing various pagan trads from folks that have been planning for months!
*camping in the foothills of the Shenandoah on sacred land, opportunities for quiet walks in the woods....ALSO- new campsites for 2009 and some accomodations left for rent.
*handfasting of two incredible community members
*AND more........ ......... ....
Be part of the longest running and largest Beltane celebration in Virginia.
Be part of the magick of making community!
First registration deadline is March 25th.
Go to www.BlueRidgeBeltan e.org (if you have trouble, clear your internet history cache) or
friend us at www.myspace. com/441854154,
http://www.paganspa ce.net/group/ blue
or
find us at Tribe.net calendar.
Vendors still welcome to apply!
Contact Vending@BlueRidgeBe ltane.org
Feel free to spread the word. Last year 250 people shared this great holy time together, sure would like to break the record and become a 'national festival' in 2009!
Still need more info? Contact AskTheGenie@ BlueRidgeBeltane .org
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