Last night's ritual rocked. It was our first ritual together in support of Desert Rain Coven, but more importantly, it was a recognition of where TS and I have been and preparation for where we are going. Ritual with TS has always been deep, moving and personal. Last night was no exception. Our intention was … Continue reading August Moon – Barely

I'm thinking about Dionysus and Artemis for my focus this month. I'm interested in working with Dionysus because of the ecstatic rituals, the dancing and singing. He's perceived as dangerous, but I think where there's danger, there's power, and often, ignorance. One line that intrigued me in particular; "The idea that Dionysus had the power … Continue reading This Month’s Pantheon: Greek

We are currently going with Desert Rain Coven as our name. I say currently because we reserve the right to change the name if it becomes apparent that we should at some point in the birthing of this (much like choosing a name for a baby in utero, I think), but I really think it's … Continue reading First Official Meeting

The group I formed with TS and IV was called the Sisterhood. That was a weighty title, but we chose it because we felt like sisters. When we spent time together, we fit well and we studied together for a time before we decided to formalize our group into a coven. Because TS and I … Continue reading Covening II

I've thought a lot about covens and why they are important to me and how they have impacted my spiritual practice. I've been involved with several pagan groups of varying size, some calling themselves covens, some circles and others simply "groups." Most of my initial interactions were definitely learning experiences and even wondered myself for … Continue reading Covening

Last night we had an impromptu meeting about coven stuff instead of putting together bookshelves and unpacking boxes. Frankly, it was a welcome change. We are having a more formal meeting later -- one far from marauding and screeching chillun's -- but it was good to get a jump on it and start talking about … Continue reading Impromptu

We are preparing to clean and bless this house, which has been well used. If you are moved to share, what have you done with your homes to clear any negativity and bless the home?

Anticipation Excitement Challenge All things I'm feeling about getting the new coven started in Arizona. We are in the process of setting the date for our first organizational meeting. There is so much work to be done, but we are so ready to do it and this area is so ripe for receiving. We are … Continue reading Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy

So my cards today were the Fool (again) for body, the Two of Pentacles for Mind and the Moon for Spirit. Again with the major arcana. And boy, does the Two of Pentacles make sense, considering we are trying to get ready to move, and that's not just about packing, it's also about getting this … Continue reading Again With The Major Arcana

I draw three cards a day -- one for body, one for mind, one for spirit -- just as sort of a "what to be aware of" for the day. Recently, there has been a lot of major arcana action in these spreads. Examples: Today - Emperor, Empress, Devil Yesterday - Star, Judgement, 4 of … Continue reading Daily Readings