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Of Mercy & Justice

May 17, 2020 / thefirespiral / Leave a comment

Last month my full moon ritual's intention was to seek mercy and justice in terms of those dying from COVID-19. My thinking was mercy for those infected through no fault of their own, and justice for those who were infected due to their own hubris. I was working with the Mórrígan. During the course of … Continue reading Of Mercy & Justice

Okay, okay, I get it! I’ll read the damned book!

April 2, 2020 / thefirespiral / 1 Comment

Today while working on some coursework with The Irish Pagan School (which I highly recommend, by the by), I had my third recommendation to read Atomic Habits by James Clear. I ordered the damned book. The first recommendation came from one of my best and longest-termed friends, someone who knows me well and someone with … Continue reading Okay, okay, I get it! I’ll read the damned book!

taking a new name

December 30, 2016October 23, 2017 / thefirespiral / Leave a comment

In the Craft, we are often taught that names have power.  We choose names to become or to represent who we are. And sometimes there is a big enough life change that names change too. In my case, I've had two names during my 30-ish years as a Witch. The first name I crafted was … Continue reading taking a new name

my team of champions

December 14, 2016October 23, 2017 / thefirespiral / 1 Comment

Yesterday's therapy appointment was illuminating. I nearly didn't go because I have a shitty cold, one where I am prone to coughing fits and losing my voice. I generally get one like this once a year, and apparently now is the time. So anyway, I drug my carcass in and as usual, I'm glad I … Continue reading my team of champions

messages from Bríd

December 8, 2016December 8, 2016 / thefirespiral / Leave a comment

Lately I've been spending some intense time with my Bríd devotionals and study time. This morning during my prayers and meditation, I received a message pretty loudly - that I need to continue building the groundwork for the Liminal Tradition (formerly Cassandra, and may change during the process). She said clearly that I need to … Continue reading messages from Bríd

three regenerators

December 7, 2016 / thefirespiral / Leave a comment

Trí aithgine in domain: brú mná, uth bó, ness gobann. Three regenerators for the world: a woman's womb, a cow's udder, a smith's furnace. (Translation: Morgan Daimler, Brigid)

the draw to druidry (Bardic Course – NOD)

June 28, 2016December 29, 2016 / thefirespiral / Leave a comment

When presented with the question, “What drew you to Druidry?” I have a hard time pinpointing the moment. I feel as though I’ve always been drawn to “Druidish” things, whether it be in the sense of a pull towards Irish myth and culture or in the sense of a connection with the land, sea and … Continue reading the draw to druidry (Bardic Course – NOD)

The First Oath

June 24, 2015November 22, 2016 / thefirespiral / Leave a comment

From the 2005 ed. of The Ar nDraiocht Fein Dedicant Program (now known as Our Own Druidry): In the First Oath the student swears to take up the Three Ways that are the core of our work: Virtue - to do right and live well. Piety - to keep the customs and work of the … Continue reading The First Oath

Water, water everywhere

May 19, 2014November 22, 2016 / thefirespiral / 1 Comment

For most of my adult life as a witch, I've claimed to be a fire woman (in fact, FireWoman was a magickal name for a time) or an air woman (Queen of Swords, anyone?). Occasionally I'd undertake some work with earth, which was really about connecting with my body in some way. Water though? Water … Continue reading Water, water everywhere

two months? really?

May 18, 2014November 22, 2016 / thefirespiral / 5 Comments

Time gets away if you let it. I've been meaning to get to this blog and post for about two months. In April I attended the Spring Mysteries Festival up in Washington. I've been officially admitted as a graduate student at Woolston Steen Theological Seminary and begin my graduate work in a few short weeks. … Continue reading two months? really?

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