tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664327837533478852024-03-18T20:47:56.903-07:00Pages from The Book of ShadowsTo call upon spirits for help, divination and inspiration - - - magick effected with divine intervention.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-419398442239085042012-10-24T19:57:00.000-07:002013-02-16T13:18:44.947-08:00Shamanic Practice<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Most people find the shamanic practices of Native Americans so similar to Witchcraft.
Shamanism -- it is spirit - earth - based ancient cultural beliefs.
Shamans (wise women, medicine women) were called upon to mediate between mortals and spirits. They would ask spirits to provide or predict during both light and dark periods. Peoples held festivals to celebrate planting, growing, and harvesting, and thus acknowledge the spirits.
The most powerful spirits were associated with constant aspects of nature: day and night or light and dark, the Sun and the Moon, the four seasons, and the aurora borealis. Conflict could arise between the extremes-for example, betweenday and night or ice and fire.
Some event might mean that the spirits are at peace and in accord with nature. Others could be interpreted as challenges to the natural order-influenced by evil spirits.
Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-63048290310586538682012-05-02T17:47:00.000-07:002012-05-09T13:47:14.710-07:00Invocation - - - Evocation<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There is a definite difference between Invocation and Evocation in a Magical sense. Invocation means to call or invite in; Evocation means to call or demand forth.
Invocation you are kindly inviting a spirit to come forth, join and bless you at anytime and anywhere.
Evocation you are taking a risk when demanding a response. Evocation always takes place within the confines of a circle (supreme symbol of protection).
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Throughout history magic has been tied to tradition. Witches worked their spells that had been handed down from their ancestors or what they thought would approximate lost magic rituals. A creative witch will combine with traditional elements their own special magical words and spells, those that have meaning for their purposes.
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MAGIC MAKING ---
1. Privacy,
2. A Circle,
3. Prayer - Invocation/Evocation in written form,
4. 3 sticks of incense and powdered incense -fairly large amout - spirits need a material essence to manifest in,
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5. Smoke - capable of supporting a visible manifestation,
6. Call out the name of the spirit (or say Spirit Guides) you are invoking or evoking, clearly and cofidently three times,
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7. When there is ample smoke if you can't visibly see shapes or images, take a snapshot with a camera. Do not leave the circle till you are finished talking or asing questions. Try not to ask more than three questions during one sitting. The answers can become confussing.
8. Thank your Guide for their knowledge, and then say farewell.
9. Close your circle.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-76333500472183135022012-04-25T18:02:00.000-07:002012-04-25T18:04:20.425-07:00Conjuration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Conjuration is the practice of raising spirits by means of carefully formulated rituals. These rituals take many different forms, many of them described in the GRIMOIRES - a general name given to a variety of texts setting out the names of spirits, along with instructions for raising them to do ones' bidding. In conjuring spirits, the witch (wiccan) generally both writes and recites the incantations.
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"I salute and conjure you, O beautiful Moon, O Spirit Guides. By the breath within me, by the earth which I touch, I conjure you'"
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When the spirit has finally appeared , the spirit must be discharged. "Go in peace unto your places; may peace be with you, and be ready to come whenever I shall call upon you. In the name of all that is good - Blesssed Be.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-86726344254796684252012-03-28T09:48:00.005-07:002012-04-11T19:19:21.140-07:00Choosing a Path<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTdCxYdi-WkanMwsFg0I0kxF5U9IXXaCcWW5ZCibXhDjnF_z_LqiLR0apKeqzfMVGMJthF58GDz-Hjcf36a0d1ADg0bkd79itvbUjdKbBe-rZOAmu4fQ2SSK0TklIJzPRNl6V81mv65qPO/s1600/HPIM0049.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 239px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5724991304416877266" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTdCxYdi-WkanMwsFg0I0kxF5U9IXXaCcWW5ZCibXhDjnF_z_LqiLR0apKeqzfMVGMJthF58GDz-Hjcf36a0d1ADg0bkd79itvbUjdKbBe-rZOAmu4fQ2SSK0TklIJzPRNl6V81mv65qPO/s320/HPIM0049.JPG" /></a><br /><br />SYMBOLS are the way the universe communicates with each of us. It is how our Spirit Guides guide us through the darkness. We have symbols and signs around us every day. No symbol is as powerful as numbers. Numbers are especially potent as both symbols of the universe and signs in your life.<br /><br />Certain numbers, particularly single figures, have always been considered to have magical significance. In ancient times, the science of numerology allowed divination of the future through the use of numbers.<br /><br />The number 6 has a mixed reputation and represents creation. In Judaeo-Christian symbolism, it is associated with the six pointed star of David. People born on the sixth day of the month will enjoyvprophetic gifts.<br /><br /> ************************************************************************<br /><br />Number 6, which creates all kinds of opportunities for gain, understanding and success in life.<br /><br />6 of hearts - this is a great card for going the extra mile for something you really want.<br />6 of clubs - represents work you need to complete in certain area of your life. It is the about procrastinating.<br />6 of diamonds - creativity at an all time high, an intense time - must keep up with the demands.<br />6 of spades - a need to have a final say - a rare opportunity to fix what went wrong and make it right.<br /><br />As Card Number 6 of the Tarot says, you have to make a choice. In fact, it’s very simple. Will you make the right decision and act?<br /><br />THE LOVERS: This is card number 6 of the Tarot. It represents a choice you have to make in life. The positive aspects of this card are its sincerity, and the many solutions it will place on your path to attain success and happiness.<br /><br />This is a very difficult situation, since you’re being influenced by two opposing forces at the same time. On the one hand you don’t want to change anything in your life, because a veil of illusion is preventing you from taking advantage of any opportunities for Luck, Love and Money that arise. On the other hand, your entire being is crying out for freedom and change.<br /><br />Clearly, the Lovers don't help your self-confidence, and are constantly asking you to look left, right and center with hesitation before every decision, and thus slow you down at every turn. Well, it looks like you won't break any speed records, but keep going anyway!<br /><br />At The Lovers, one must decide for herself upon a belief system between vice and virtue. The Lovers is ruled by Gemini, the mind, element air, mental. Zodiac sign Gemini whose activities include faith, responsibilities, siblings and neighbors.<br /><br />The Lovers, one must determine her own values and right action. She must choose to do what’s true for her, questioning others’ opinions to remain on her path to become an individual. One has a strong identity and a certain confidence about her which allows her to move forward with control over her environment.<br /><br />The major Arcana number 6, the card known as 'The Lovers.' This means that a chance to meet someone very important is coming your way in the next few days.<br /><br />The possibility for a meeting that could change your whole life. This is very strong possibility for a cosmic or karmic meeting in the near future. The details don't really matter, what's important to know is that life could change radically and entirely for the better.<br /><br />The energy of Card Number 6 will be protecting you for the next 12 months, life is going to spoil you with opportunities to make changes in the areas you’re most concerned with.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-77068407441987030882012-02-02T12:52:00.002-08:002012-02-27T07:33:21.021-08:00Bless the Soul<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKajHw9FETLNj8x-AEW8IL6eHP7Q6Xbac3Oh2sldBY8XxO979kvBvMLKSD2KuIQbYvl_kyRlPVuwCwrrqvH5iwPYy2TbpQDkT18-_2s8GqfqWRQKD_ra2tX5QGhVteEH8KgTZEYvLhyphenhyphenCrL/s1600/HPIM0414.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 239px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5707893869994440050" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKajHw9FETLNj8x-AEW8IL6eHP7Q6Xbac3Oh2sldBY8XxO979kvBvMLKSD2KuIQbYvl_kyRlPVuwCwrrqvH5iwPYy2TbpQDkT18-_2s8GqfqWRQKD_ra2tX5QGhVteEH8KgTZEYvLhyphenhyphenCrL/s320/HPIM0414.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBNBeLJX5_Bx-EDpkLKW3vg5KtpnphiuFoBgc1c4Jcu0o5e73ED7wOB6dpTizTlCO7K0TFnDoaMmTPIYG9m9noLc-Qm_74v1X4MEPvNkP5HSO2LDwJbxneNWmX2rRmujAaKQwopo3VxbjK/s1600/John+Jack.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 166px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5704645265503007170" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBNBeLJX5_Bx-EDpkLKW3vg5KtpnphiuFoBgc1c4Jcu0o5e73ED7wOB6dpTizTlCO7K0TFnDoaMmTPIYG9m9noLc-Qm_74v1X4MEPvNkP5HSO2LDwJbxneNWmX2rRmujAaKQwopo3VxbjK/s320/John+Jack.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIJVsOKGo4oLkHm9PQoAibvBcgbZCVtl66PrSjVL54WG0R7OKcFl-4167Y3AygHKhyphenhyphenaQMast9dxtZ2_-POui0BpDmp5b9tHEs51DnpXjFqBh_FwE6ggX-6YxmKR95Sm4lqQYSQKGke6uDV/s1600/HPIM0403.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 239px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5704645088845983970" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIJVsOKGo4oLkHm9PQoAibvBcgbZCVtl66PrSjVL54WG0R7OKcFl-4167Y3AygHKhyphenhyphenaQMast9dxtZ2_-POui0BpDmp5b9tHEs51DnpXjFqBh_FwE6ggX-6YxmKR95Sm4lqQYSQKGke6uDV/s320/HPIM0403.JPG" /></a><br />THE GREATEST MYSTERY OF LIFE IS DEATH.<br />THE GREATEST FEAR OF LIFE IS DEATH.<br />THE GREATEST SORROW IN LIFE IS DEATH.<br />THE GREATEST PROBE IN LIFE IS FOR DEATH.<br /><br />Death is indeed natural. To bring comfort to your fear of your final departure look upon it as an adventure; supposing there is something there; if not, then you'll feel nothing, it'll just be a long dreamless sleep.<br /><br />Some people say death is the only thing we can be sure of attaining on our own. It's a very personal thing death. Some are afraid of dying alone, because when they come to think about it they can't die any other way - you go out on your own or do you?<br /><br />Witches, for the most part, believe that we are much more than the physical body. We are spiritually immortal by design - an immortal energy. It is the basic fabric of who we are. The universe is infinite. And because we are part of the universe, and embody the universe within, we, too, are infinite. Witches believe that the spirit continues with the rest of the infinite universe. We may change and become something quite different in form, but we continue.<br /><br />I understand every living thing in their earthly form has an expiry date. What haunts me is how my friend died. I truly needed to know he was okay. On the Friday morning after he passed at 6:30am I stood outside and cried out for him to appear. My heart believes the closest orb is my friend and the one further back his guide.<br /><br />After our visits I would hug my friend and tell him I loved him. We would wave good bye to each other until the doors to his ward closed. The top picture was taken during the Full Moon on February 7, 2012 while I spoke to him. To me the picture is of Jack smiling and waving just like he did when he was in his earthly form.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-86084674933344304902012-01-23T16:11:00.000-08:002012-01-23T16:42:20.069-08:00Totems - tree, animal, ancestor<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh33jk1IYhGoOpVLJtl1tVzW-IvU8gr5BQcpcFFa99VDGKwj2j2mxpc7Q2Rw8-VzszS-JF06U8LbcVMmz1WYv8HbftgJMXuyukBW29-yZrB4wjnprsVTIVZ8By3zqKYssEE0F2FoSCgUHR-/s1600/grandpa+tracey.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 308px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh33jk1IYhGoOpVLJtl1tVzW-IvU8gr5BQcpcFFa99VDGKwj2j2mxpc7Q2Rw8-VzszS-JF06U8LbcVMmz1WYv8HbftgJMXuyukBW29-yZrB4wjnprsVTIVZ8By3zqKYssEE0F2FoSCgUHR-/s320/grandpa+tracey.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700992278565187042" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3Sf1ZxD7oCs2lda7VdzCczAmTPjtBivhOOwxis4kfAuGT1CAV3QpftJ6E8y0ksAOPaxoQXvrKi7Gw09Mq1FH7J1R78CheySd_sMZ8wY2QM36ASKCBn7e0OfDbtc0BJ31hlj8F-skwUS_1/s1600/02190240.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 215px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3Sf1ZxD7oCs2lda7VdzCczAmTPjtBivhOOwxis4kfAuGT1CAV3QpftJ6E8y0ksAOPaxoQXvrKi7Gw09Mq1FH7J1R78CheySd_sMZ8wY2QM36ASKCBn7e0OfDbtc0BJ31hlj8F-skwUS_1/s320/02190240.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700985010748855090" /></a><br /> According to Druidic doctrine, we have an attraction to a specific tree, animal or ancestor. These totems are already part of our being.<br /> <br />TOTEMS - a type of plant, animal or object chosen and treated with superstitious respect as the symbol of an intimate and mysterious relationship.<br /> <br /> I have an attraction to oak trees, wolves and my grandfathers. In my childhood, in the farmyard near the big barn grew the strong spread of oak ansd maple trees. I would climb as close as possible to the highest boughs pointed to the sky with a canopy of green above me and sit for hours with my imagination.<br /> <br /> In my later years a spell which involved an oak tree and acorns introduced me to the Druidic Tradition.<br /> <br /> My Dad's dad owned a German Shepherd dog named Duke, that resemble a Timber wolf. The wolf perhaps the most feared in terms of superstition because back in the day they were feared for attacking wild, domestic animals and humans alike. Humans are high on the food chain. It is our responsibility for prevention of waste of human's physical environment, including wildlife, timber, fertile topsoil, and pasture according to the Conservation of Natural Resources. We need to find the compromise to co-habitat. We need to be fair.<br /> <br /> As far back as I can remember I've been fascinated by the sharp, yellow intense stare of the wolf. It's amazing the eyes speak without the wolf saying word. <br /> <br /> When I open the book of my memories to the good times I've experienced the Sunday visits at my mother's parents farm in the peace of the countryside always warms my heart. My uncle and his family owned garden centre were just a few steps away. Back then family life was strong, simple and modest. It was all about parents and their children and the country way. When I was a small child during the warm summer days surrounded by the haunts of birds, other wild creatures, domestic animals, large trees and sculptured landscapes my brothers, sisters, cousins and I played. <br /> <br /> The image of coffee brewed and the older generation sharing knowledge with the younger generation around my grandparent's kitchen table was a familiar sight. My uncles would come and go discussing livestock, planting, harvest or equipment that needed repair. My grandmother, mother and aunts spoke of our lifestyle. At the head of the table sat my granddad.<br /> <br /> My granddad was an elderly man who had endured a hard life when he died. As a young girl I attended his funeral. His dying brought out many people. It was a sad<br /> day. Sorrow was shared.<br /> <br /> The special bond between tree - oak, animal - wolf, and ancestor - grandfathers have their roots that go deep into my personal history. <br /> <br />The reason I believe this likeness in the smoke is that of my mother's father is because of the widow's peak (hair style), nose and strong chin.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-74806462583039192562012-01-08T06:57:00.000-08:002012-01-08T06:59:59.441-08:00<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5hKUtmQUoETg-pyjil3OeJ2N4v3uX3YP-8GH7BA23v0UclSKjFp-8x0P5jpEubNZxsLRfVD-qYam1w6Qrqhr3RFZtewVNWVLuLUm8IY9_0Eb9iwsTBtxshYCSXCgXPwLk3wYeVHVPP2f0/s1600/HPIM0336.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5hKUtmQUoETg-pyjil3OeJ2N4v3uX3YP-8GH7BA23v0UclSKjFp-8x0P5jpEubNZxsLRfVD-qYam1w6Qrqhr3RFZtewVNWVLuLUm8IY9_0Eb9iwsTBtxshYCSXCgXPwLk3wYeVHVPP2f0/s320/HPIM0336.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5695275740006513394" /></a><br /> <strong>FOR THE FATES OF BOTH HUMAN AND ANIMAL ARE ONE.</strong>Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-44226829704080756592012-01-02T08:04:00.000-08:002012-01-02T08:07:06.086-08:00Wolf Moon<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4fUW397U4mqBFZm7euRdJN2XxXJvwMbo0PC40oNBGd35j_oHlaHpymJYxmEUpbiiXda8cJa-JjQv8c4hJwvXdJy93iUhANB8H3LGtqmc25EEflLhvfE_mhaIkwVPfz5G9gpkXOymWw7AV/s1600/HPIM0347.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4fUW397U4mqBFZm7euRdJN2XxXJvwMbo0PC40oNBGd35j_oHlaHpymJYxmEUpbiiXda8cJa-JjQv8c4hJwvXdJy93iUhANB8H3LGtqmc25EEflLhvfE_mhaIkwVPfz5G9gpkXOymWw7AV/s320/HPIM0347.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693066564226439538" /></a><br />Full Wolf Moon – January 9, 2011 Amid the cold and deep snows of midwinter, the wolf packs howled hungrily outside. <br /> This moon is a time for introspection. Save your energy, stop worrying about others and concentrate on yourself. The zodiac association is Capricorn. <br /> <br /> This is the time we try to to maintain a balance between spiritual/magical development, and emotional support/healing. During the Wolf Moon we attempt to eliminate actions that cause more harm than good to ourselves and others. Light a white candle and talk to your Spirit Guide and ask for assistance with your purpose to cast off the old and make way for the new. Be sure to thank guiding spirit for supporting you.<br /> <br />The fearsome nocturnal animal the wolf represents the "night" of the year.<br /> <br />TOTEM WOLF SYMBOL - http://whats-your-sign.com/totem-wolf-symbol.html <br /> <br />MY WOLF PAGE - http://marycy.org/wolves.htmlAngie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-68541184505506800672011-11-24T17:13:00.000-08:002011-11-24T17:24:56.485-08:00Everyone has an opinion<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCErboI8JTA7GaaIj2U3lGqJg7zTm0sEJy3R_KATNCUX1faawYc0HPYl0bEr2q90IEnmNSM3S7kQBQRRwg3lBMJu5Kl-XzFr4fa8JWlaRozzv0qLT_TeMHf6iSnwWtBsBM44sNlRtddoB9/s1600/HPIM0328.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCErboI8JTA7GaaIj2U3lGqJg7zTm0sEJy3R_KATNCUX1faawYc0HPYl0bEr2q90IEnmNSM3S7kQBQRRwg3lBMJu5Kl-XzFr4fa8JWlaRozzv0qLT_TeMHf6iSnwWtBsBM44sNlRtddoB9/s320/HPIM0328.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5678735551124621922" /></a><br />Magic Natural -<br />Magic is divided into two known branches: the one is infamous and composed of the spell of unclean spirits and orginates from a wicked curiosity which the wisest Greeks called Goetia or Theurgia and to which everything is hostile; like those who excite charms, ghosts or illusions of which suddenly there is no trace.<br /> <br />The other, by a similar asseration, is natural...This magic, which has and gives the contemplation of things which lie unapprehended and the quality, propriety, and knowledge of everything natural, to the peak of all philosophy.<br /> <br />It also teaches that with the help of others and by mutual and timely application, it carries out the works which the world esteems as miracles.<br />J.B. Parta, Natural Magic, Anvers, 1561, pg. 92<br /> <br />Magic pertaining to, used in, magic: possessing marvellous qualities or causing wonderful or startling results; by means of union with spirits.<br />Webster's Dictionary Banner Press, Pg. 296<br /> <br />Magic (from Persian priests), practice of manipulating course of nature by supernatural means. It is based on the belief that unseen forces which permeate all things populate the universe and that control of them gives man control over nature. Magic frequently combines within its scope elements religion. Its aim (using and changing nature) approximates that of science, an outgrowth of magic. The practice of magic is held to depend uopn the proper use of both ritual and spell. Amulets and imitative acts (e.g., fertility rights based on analogy between plant and human generation) are also used. Almost all ancient people believed in magic. Those who practiced black magic (malevolent) magic are called sorcerers and witches. Many present-day superstitions are remnants of pagan magic, and powers is still extant.<br />The Columbia - Viking Desk Encyclopedia Third Edition,Viking Press Pg. 648 (1953, 1960, 196, by Columbia University Press)<br /><br />Magic is the art of effecting change through an external and supernormal force. Man's awareness of magic and his efforts to use it to enhance his place in his environment are ancient and universal and have been a part of all religious systems. The earliest evidence of magic dates from cave paintings of the Paleolithic Age, some of which suggest that magic rituals were emploed to secure sucessful hunts.<br />The Encyclopedia of Witches and Witchcraft Rosemary Ellen Guiley Pg. 213<br /> <br />The use of a certain ritual action to bring about the intervention of a supernatural force, either in human affairs or in the natural environment, for a specific purpose. Magic has existed universally since ancient times and varies in form from primary rituals involving the well-being of an entire community to minor, peripheral, private acts of magic. All forms of magic are traditionally secret arts taught only to initiates, although in some cultures magical knowledge can sometimes be bought and sold or can be passed on through inheritance. A distinction is usually made between Black Magic, used destructively to bring misfortune or death, and White Magic, which is used to ward off such attacks as well as to prevent natural calamities. In itself magic is not good or evil - it is the magician's intentions that makes the difference.<br />Geddes & Grosset Dictionary of the Occult copy right 1996Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-90435542356377853012011-11-18T16:58:00.000-08:002011-11-20T16:17:42.483-08:00Does It Exist?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm6xW3iazURUIY61ZfgpOZ54KZi4Ce9XK8N-MR2mBNH0tgYV8pz1MxwJQNA5Si5oy4pk1iQV53ExeSJ6P3Hb7T5G0G1F40FC5g14CMPY_0mZWgaiy9H6-Cqa-ehwA5hAMo9sN6Lkz0ggyM/s1600/HPIM0334.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm6xW3iazURUIY61ZfgpOZ54KZi4Ce9XK8N-MR2mBNH0tgYV8pz1MxwJQNA5Si5oy4pk1iQV53ExeSJ6P3Hb7T5G0G1F40FC5g14CMPY_0mZWgaiy9H6-Cqa-ehwA5hAMo9sN6Lkz0ggyM/s320/HPIM0334.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676506555036603714" /></a><br /><br /> <br />I watched the show My Ghost Story on Bio. Most guests on the show telling their stories spoke of fearful tales. In the last fifteen minutes of the program an older gentleman told of his experiences with the unseen on his property. He had a fuzzy snapshot of a little girl skipping across the lawn. He believed she is the young girl who died in the house when she stepped too close to a fire and she and her dress went up in flames. Also he has a picture of a woman dressed in period wear walking the grounds. <br /> <br />Like me, he isn't afraid of what he sees. He believes as I do - ghosts and spirits have the power to come and go. A ghost feels entitled to the place they dwell or visit to bring peace to family and friends in solving their earthly demise. They like to hang out at the places and close to the people who made them happiest. Spirits are around us to protect and guide.<br /> <br />Ghost is a general term which refers to the visible spirit of a former person. Spirits is the term used for souls of the dead, whether active or not.<br /> <br />Most people are afraid of the unseen. They are more afraid of what they don't understand than the entities themselves. <br /> <br />The "occult" science is that branch of learning, searching for things not yet known to all - the hidden facts of life. Rather than being a word to be shunned occult is a word that attracts the thinking. Our spiritual nature cries out that we seek the things we don't understand. (Mysterious secrets give wisdom to the wise, but entangle the minds of fools)<br /><br />I am a Canadian writer, practicing Witch and Spiritualist who also divines with Tarot and ordinary playing cards. The cards, as well as messages from Spirit assist to connect to the information I need for myself and hopefully inspire others. My only desire is to share with you what works for me.<br /> <br />Witchcraft and Spiritualism gave me a chance to take my life in a whole new direction. Remarkable improvement took place in my life. I enjoy life more and that is a good thing. My family is important to me. I have only a few friends, but they’re very loyal. There might be a slight setback, but the overall results are positive. <br /> <br />Doing the right thing, patience spurred on by ambition, makes life easy for me. I live my life surrounded by people who care about my well-being while doing the things I like to do. (Positive responses one takes attracts positive results)<br /> <br />Because I couldn't understand or accept all the injustices around me I became an angry and fractured soul. Once I embraced a Higher Power and started talking I disposed the problems ( problems are a necessary stage to purification). (We all want to be loved - We all want to be heard)<br /> <br />Life isn't perfect. Life can be really unfair. We all suffer a run of bad luck or illness. Slowly and gradually life will change for the better. Most problems will dissipate into thin air. The bad times fade. It takes courage to make the changes in your life to claim your life. Sometimes we need help and support to do the right thing - kindness - disposed or mutual understanding to do good to others (In ye harm none do as ye will).<br /> <br />When I pray I speak out loud in a polite and respectful manner to my Spirit Guide and Grandfather. As I apply my own natural talent and effort as well as positive invisible forces supporting my destiny, heaven-sent people, new places, and unique opportunities appear like never before. I'm not pushed or agitated by the whims of others for a long period of time.<br /><br /> <br />No matter ones faith, when we pray do we not expect to be heard? <br /> <br />It can be hard to believe the photos I post are what they are. I can't give you a rational explanation. Some things are not meant to understand. - defies logical explanation. I have nothing to fear. The snapshots are not illusions. They are beyond imagination - they are reality. They allow me to know I am on the right track and and give me the courage to continue in my quest for what is right.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-65133185404559579952011-11-08T13:30:00.000-08:002011-11-18T12:25:26.388-08:00???<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEptn_Re-deW7-B0AQSSdZxRAVLe2NRKp8qgB62ibncZigFxHPAbNUF_dGH3YUtp_-ZekcT3KVZiKWJQ1Fg-f0VFKilUGC0kMKpnkzSxBOKVnh7lLtoFR2-dHxjpDMq79ZQaLq9Wp9HUqd/s1600/HPIM0317.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 239px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5672740870321544834" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEptn_Re-deW7-B0AQSSdZxRAVLe2NRKp8qgB62ibncZigFxHPAbNUF_dGH3YUtp_-ZekcT3KVZiKWJQ1Fg-f0VFKilUGC0kMKpnkzSxBOKVnh7lLtoFR2-dHxjpDMq79ZQaLq9Wp9HUqd/s320/HPIM0317.JPG" /></a><br /><br />Any suggestions what the symbolism might be for what appeared in the smoke???<br /><br />It might mean snatching an innocent life force.<br /><br />Could be a lizard licking its' young - nurturer<br /><br />Lizard - gives visions in the sense of far-sightedness and the ability to create an acceptable furture.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-53354420502863849402011-09-16T17:12:00.000-07:002011-09-16T17:18:36.858-07:00White Woman - Fairy<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcru5rd5uN_hBhdCEAuEMmv48zLVvC18Y-GAiMHfIF_smGd8qTAFFqrG7P6L8GYg2HMud9TZhhy6nXxlgTqbQb1bdOVb04n4O9Fy2930WypbmMGoWvKnZKo-wdZ-EBS34RWMiM329-YiB0/s1600/HPIM0251.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 239px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653115225790612178" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcru5rd5uN_hBhdCEAuEMmv48zLVvC18Y-GAiMHfIF_smGd8qTAFFqrG7P6L8GYg2HMud9TZhhy6nXxlgTqbQb1bdOVb04n4O9Fy2930WypbmMGoWvKnZKo-wdZ-EBS34RWMiM329-YiB0/s320/HPIM0251.JPG" /></a><br /><br />Psychic Phenomena -- manifestation of the existence of spirits, ghost or anything which is extraordinary to the physical world.<br /><br />WHITE WOMAN: (see Fairy)<br /><br />Witte wieven literally means white women today, but "wise women" in dialects of the Low Saxon language of the Netherlands. The word witte in Dutch means white. Wit or witte meant "witty" or "wise", from the root word "weten" which means "to know." The word for wisdom was wijsheid. Witte wieven is often translated to be "white woman" (sources differ) as the words come from the same roots. The association of wise women with the color white was either an accidental translation error, or a symbolic color association for wisdom (sources differ).<br /><br />Historically, the witte wieven are thought to be wise women, herbalists and medicine healers who took care of people's physical and mental ailments (wala in OHG). It was said they had the talent for prophecy and looking into the future. They had a high status in the communities, and so when they died ceremonies were held at their grave sites to honour them.<br /><br />According to mythology, their spirits remained on earth, and they became living spirits (or elven beings) that either helped or hindered people who encountered them. They tended to reside in the burial sites or other sacred places. It was thought that mist on a gravehill was the spirit of the wise woman appearing, and people would bring them offerings and ask for help.<br /><br />While many scholars believe Witte Wieven originated as above from honoring graves of wise women, others think the mythology of witte wieven come from part of the Germanic belief in disen, land wights, and/or alven (Old Dutch for "elf") for several reasons: The practice of bringing offerings and asking for help from their graves is very similar to honoring disen, land wights and alfen in Germanic paganism. In addition, in some localities the mythological witte wieven were described directly as "Alfen" or "Alven".<br /><br />Jacob Grimm mentioned them in the Deutsche Mythologie (1835) as the Dutch variant of the Germanic weisse frauen: "The people of Friesland, Drenthe and the Netherlands have just as much to tell of their written wijven or juffers in hills and caverns ... though here they get mixed up with elvish personages."[1]<br /><br />*************************************************************************************<br />Fairies a host of supernatural beings and spirits who occupy a limbo between earth and heaven. Both good and evil, fairies have a various times in history, been blended and confused with witches.<br /><br />Belief in fairies is universal and ancient, dating back to pagan deities. Fairies come in all shapes and sizes and are known by scores of names, among them brownie, elf, dwarf, troll, gnome, pooka, kobold, leprechaun and banshee. They exist in virtually all cultures but are most common in Europe and the British Isle.<br /><br />Divination -- When there is no communication you don't know how much you've lost.<br /><br />Fairy -- whether the form was of a pixies, gnomes, or just plain garden-variety fairies, these charming creatures, promise the materialization of your dearest wish when you least expect it.<br /><br />Elf -- help from an unexpected, or even unknown, sources will be yours if you dreamed/or seen of these mystical, magical characters.<br /><br />Face -- if smiling, it signifies pleasant new friends, experiences, and/or financial gains.<br /><br />Woman -- it usually means that you will be fortunate in your love affairs.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-24247128810360353762011-08-25T19:46:00.000-07:002011-08-25T19:48:37.428-07:00Phenomena<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMhNGhGVbuZpd_2DwjYmteYJ2BER-mxALda-_EbBwGeSH8fCcblh3K_GnqlPxtch8SQbArF79ve-gq4hnrS6gZCeIfJnyz98536DhdyyZ3xVi2BoNW_bMw6vm8P7uWmDY0BfcISjbx3VDu/s1600/bird+006.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 216px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMhNGhGVbuZpd_2DwjYmteYJ2BER-mxALda-_EbBwGeSH8fCcblh3K_GnqlPxtch8SQbArF79ve-gq4hnrS6gZCeIfJnyz98536DhdyyZ3xVi2BoNW_bMw6vm8P7uWmDY0BfcISjbx3VDu/s320/bird+006.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5644990623368514226" /></a>
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<br />Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-63740561952031191732011-07-19T16:08:00.000-07:002011-07-19T18:54:49.055-07:00Power Animal or Totem Conjuration<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfqVMGGDwftycTT49gK2TAhRFDzItwlIcz2X8nzOV59woMBbWM4cA0gFPHXLmDlx6f_a_IIFTeq0Dd3IpMnd1OyUcw72Djxos9OmF4EvQKndVECz0irSnCt0s3w1QoxjC7opR_SHCohA06/s1600/02060214.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 216px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfqVMGGDwftycTT49gK2TAhRFDzItwlIcz2X8nzOV59woMBbWM4cA0gFPHXLmDlx6f_a_IIFTeq0Dd3IpMnd1OyUcw72Djxos9OmF4EvQKndVECz0irSnCt0s3w1QoxjC7opR_SHCohA06/s320/02060214.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631205339940262898" /></a><br /><br /><br />On July 16, 2011, wearing black so that I would be difficult to notice, in an appropriate spot "within the confines of a remote location - high upon a hill " I sat quietly for a while with a white candle and tobacco before me. The night was clear and warm. By the light of the full moon, completely relaxed, I lit the wick, and then said - <br /> <br />I conjure thee, Spirit by the great living Sovereign Creator of all things, to appear under a comely form, without terror. I conjure thee by the virtue of all that is Holy and Sacred.<br /> <br />Around midnight I couldn't be more delighted to view in the tobacco smoke a bear. Bears are silent, swift and very protective of family.<br /> <br />Animals are used as spirit guides quite often or signs which must be paid attention to. Certain animals can be an indication what it is that we need to focus on in our personal healing at that moment in time. To see wild animals during spirit conjurations is generally a good omen pertaining to business, but the interpretation depends on their attitude; if they are calm your affairs will prosper, but if attacking, you can expect some reverses.<br /> <br />The summit of the Bear's power is in the spring and summer. S\he roused from inaction to become fully aware (conscious). The bear remains in a state of inactivity in the cold months, thus has come to represent introspection. This is the time to go within (hibernate) to examine experiences and emerge with answers. We contain within ourselves the answers to all our questions.<br /> <br />The bear teaches us to go within, and access the subconscious in order to blend intuition and instincts leading to attaining personal power. Your body often knows the truth before the mind does. Like the bear you have an inner sense. Your instinctive body response senses danger, pleasure and hope. It knows when to exercise caution, restraint, abandon, frivolity, grace, cunning. The Bear's lesson is to listen with your whole body.<br /> <br />Celtic Symbolism of Bear - a creature of dreams, astral travel, visionaries, mystics and shamans. The person of bear power animal or totem has a determined ally in spiritual work, loyal and utterly dependable. When you have a Bear Spirit, you are being guided to a leadership role. You must be fearless in defending your beliefs.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-13438458196073026472011-06-26T13:33:00.002-07:002012-03-19T17:51:34.723-07:00Materialization and Symbols of Magic:<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg86vTovAztokYJerFy_ntT0xqpspHmAvuDoRSL5NIc-jz7dwbqmkYglwqHwC9OZSlm3749zbE8kQJCCfOWtv4Hm2GfbVD3tMGRnhB_A8x91DDFC5fbXqOJgUbgshmAqm-0AyqvN9KY43_M/s1600/007.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 217px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622629786033368578" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg86vTovAztokYJerFy_ntT0xqpspHmAvuDoRSL5NIc-jz7dwbqmkYglwqHwC9OZSlm3749zbE8kQJCCfOWtv4Hm2GfbVD3tMGRnhB_A8x91DDFC5fbXqOJgUbgshmAqm-0AyqvN9KY43_M/s320/007.JPG" /></a><br />Change is the death of an old situation (experience) and the birth of a new one. Change is the essence of life. Everything changes, and choice decides the outcome. When change is forced on us sometimes we can be pushed to the limits. Our emotions have the power to hamper progress. It can take time for the logical mind to wrap around what is taking place. So many thoughts surround what has, is and might happen to accept change.<br /><br />Today if I do nothing else I embrace change. What's done is done and I handled the situation the best I could. I can't change what has happened but vow to choose never to react that way again for I've experienced an outcome I didn't desire.<br /><br />June 15, 2011 I sat on a willow tree stump gazing at the Full Moon. I was feeling a lot of different emotions trying to adjust to changes in my life. I asked my Spirit Guide for assistance. I offer tobacco smoke to Spirit so they can manipulate the substance to appear or give symbols to open the subconscious. Symbols are psychological tools of discovery. Each holds hidden meanings to open the subconscious. The tool is used for exploration to trigger the mind to release hidden thoughts to discover a solution or answer sought.<br /><br />The unseen do convey answers.<br /><br />A male's face appeared with the letter "M" close by and very clear. A face generally means a friend. Strong and upright reveals a man-reliable, helpful and loyal, a visitor coming soon. The initial "M" nearby revealed who. I was pleased to know positive forces are entering the situation.<br /><br />You can do this divination for yourself because each person's intuition and magnetism (the power of attraction, the ability to attract or charm) will enable you to pick out the images that have meaning.<br /><br />Interpret the shapes as symbols of what's coming to you in the near future. When reading the symbols remember that the more definite the symbols are the more quickly, as a rule, things will happen.<br /><br />* On July 21, 2011, I had a job interview with a friendly man and was hired to work for a family with a capital M.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-11657036461738060002011-03-31T10:32:00.000-07:002011-03-31T10:46:54.849-07:00The Magic Circle -<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2y1HwAZ6sO5wXQuQo3sbVE0nJXNRrHRGT8EN9s0llIPkbaaQUUm_liYAFVc57ze11XdXsLK6aiQRz7DWOZVuv4IskCvzPafRYsNP7eyRulIjSaRka2y81rXnGMR-dT-rh7b8_iF0DzYK4/s1600/spirit+baby+008.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 216px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5590298465012083826" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2y1HwAZ6sO5wXQuQo3sbVE0nJXNRrHRGT8EN9s0llIPkbaaQUUm_liYAFVc57ze11XdXsLK6aiQRz7DWOZVuv4IskCvzPafRYsNP7eyRulIjSaRka2y81rXnGMR-dT-rh7b8_iF0DzYK4/s320/spirit+baby+008.JPG" /></a> <br /><br /> There are positive and negative energies in all of us. I like to believe there is more positive intent in people than those who would cause havoc. In the Spirit world there are also positive and negative enties. Invisible beings who want the best for humans and those who want to manipulate and control. <br /><br />A magic circle is never ending, never undone. A circle has no beginning and no end, a powerful symbol of eternity. <br /><br />In witchcraft, designing a circle, a wise woman creates a temple to summon, contain, and direct energies in a safe space from harm. It is wise to draw a circle, which has the power to banish evil spirits. The ring is often used for luck and protection. <br /><br />Physical objects like thirteen stones, flowers petals, feathers, leaves and more may be used. Athame is a wise woman's ritual knife. It is usually has a double-edged blade and a black handle. The athame is used to direct personal power during ritual working. The knife is not used for actual physical cutting. <br /><br />To create a circle with an athame stand facing east and keep feet inside the intended ring. Hold the athame in your left hand at waist level and stretch your arm out from your body piercing the air. Begin to walk clockwise and imagine your positive energy flowing out of your body and the tip of the blade to create an image of a circle. <br /><br />Once the circle is cast, sit or stand to meet your Spirit Guide and connect to the web of invisible energies with magic you preform. <br /><br />Everything in the universe is made up of light energy, always moving at its own pace. Energy flows like radar beams. Inside the circle the ritual you perform allows your want or need to connect with a beam to attract an opportunity for you to achieve a goal. <br /><br />The energy of the mind is the same energy that charges the universe. How many times did you think of someone or think you needed something and it appeared. We all have the ability to channel and direct energy flow through out mind and body. <br /><br />To close the circle, depart in peace with your Spirit Guide. Spirit never really leaves your side. The energy is more connected when you are inside the circle. <br /><br />Stand facing east and pierce the athame into the circle to draw the energy back into your body. This time walk widdershins, anti-clockwise motion, imagining the energy flowing into the tip of the blade, your hand, racing up your arm, to disperse inside your frame.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-71733950184059898302011-02-24T07:59:00.000-08:002011-02-24T08:01:39.038-08:00Salt of the Earth -<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcF-u67NlKBhcJf_b1RKrCUeUkSoQWfYdYrK5QsTCT0mWnPmN0BKf1QPYq1yT6ZF35WuXZegnv1bkmDD8wZOzpY222PPpP2FW0kH07NLdeaKkSUCRgJEkkX6zvctLF5JXaDxgWIDLkxPr1/s1600/00410043.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 217px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcF-u67NlKBhcJf_b1RKrCUeUkSoQWfYdYrK5QsTCT0mWnPmN0BKf1QPYq1yT6ZF35WuXZegnv1bkmDD8wZOzpY222PPpP2FW0kH07NLdeaKkSUCRgJEkkX6zvctLF5JXaDxgWIDLkxPr1/s320/00410043.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5577286628620735666" /></a><br />Salt is pure in its whiteness, long linked to life and health. In neo-Pagan Witchcraft, salt is used as an agent of purification, to ward off negative influences. Salt represents the element earth and is a staple in magic and worship.<br /> <br />Salt is vital to the maintenance of life and, in the eyes of former generations, apparently magical in its properties of food preservation and evaporation, salt has been highly valued for centuries. <br /> <br />Salt is reputed to have considerable power as a protective against evil influences. According to time-honoured superstition, salt had considerable potency as a defence against evil spirits and was loathed by them because of its association with holiness. If salt was spilled this was considered almost blasphemous and likely to attract the attention of negative energies. Tossing a pinch of the spilled salt over the left shoulder, however, was reputed to drive away the malevolent energies.<br /> <br />An utter of a curse against a person - one defence was to hurl after them a handful of salt, which would negate the effects of any ill-wishing.<br /> <br />Bathing a newborn children in salty water was recommended as a sure way to protect them from negative entities.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-35056702300020025962011-02-20T07:59:00.000-08:002011-02-20T08:37:31.699-08:00Believe -<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIXMp5IKE9U3r-h1O997wkrEkj2tXI20ftOie_fEyByR1D98Lk2MoDwpcftDAr0nGPuVIcL-L_dXdMxH0nihgZoKbNPJrRv5Q1SonTnIValdNiJxS_H-9dPA2_nloiIkT6FUBVq0WlVHfN/s1600/00310035.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5575802754866752274" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 215px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIXMp5IKE9U3r-h1O997wkrEkj2tXI20ftOie_fEyByR1D98Lk2MoDwpcftDAr0nGPuVIcL-L_dXdMxH0nihgZoKbNPJrRv5Q1SonTnIValdNiJxS_H-9dPA2_nloiIkT6FUBVq0WlVHfN/s320/00310035.JPG" border="0" /></a><br />Some kinds of beings (Spirits) can not be seen with your sharp eyes...nor can they be stalked or hunted by common wo/man.<br /><br />To witness them one must first see beyond our physical world into the Otherworld where they dwell.<br /><br />See not only with your eyes, but with your spirit as well.<br /><br />*Jinn: Arabian spirits who ruled the earth for a thousand years before Adam. They can make themselves either visible or invisible and often assume the form of an animal.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-84777945530917971102011-01-24T07:53:00.000-08:002011-01-24T08:05:37.736-08:00Seek and You Shall Find -<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFH__J1iRJPfJ0WwaMqjLyO35WsIXa7TwzmdAZieaSiuwIf5EfMcNNTMtRjTTxSRv3x88PH-zTzuKuVDkk0olwiUV_s1JJqBl2cyIe_Unse3qMIyX7Hx5agdUlJ_7PTjgfdWMs-ppxuYUL/s1600/00300001.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565781834854989970" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 216px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFH__J1iRJPfJ0WwaMqjLyO35WsIXa7TwzmdAZieaSiuwIf5EfMcNNTMtRjTTxSRv3x88PH-zTzuKuVDkk0olwiUV_s1JJqBl2cyIe_Unse3qMIyX7Hx5agdUlJ_7PTjgfdWMs-ppxuYUL/s320/00300001.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRS-71ysMYarNFAm83Llrkrdgb6xgOOy-oCVOlRoCsytEqKrkXO4I35JUGGFzIMUPL-OXR0eJRQqJ43t24l7_j5_Gw3fA2FlaoUz1sD57OKEVIcSKOXegropdeNhMqBd1vQGksKAvlW-l9/s1600/00300031.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565781480107186498" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 216px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRS-71ysMYarNFAm83Llrkrdgb6xgOOy-oCVOlRoCsytEqKrkXO4I35JUGGFzIMUPL-OXR0eJRQqJ43t24l7_j5_Gw3fA2FlaoUz1sD57OKEVIcSKOXegropdeNhMqBd1vQGksKAvlW-l9/s320/00300031.JPG" border="0" /></a>PRAY TO THE MOON<br />WHEN SHE IS ROUND,<br />LUCK WITH YOU<br />THEN ABOUND.<br />WHAT YOU SEEK FOR<br />SHALL BE FOUND<br />ON THE SEA OR SOLID GROUND.<br />( An old Pagan rhyme orgin unknown)<br /><br /></div><div>The moon makes thirteen trips around Earth during the course of a year. A witch's ritual occurring on the full moon is known as Esbat. It is a prime time for the most Spiritual World Access.<br /><br />During the Wolf Moon on January 18, 2011 lunar energies were reaching a peak. This was the appropriate lunar phase for communication with Spirit and divination. My friend and I bundled in warm clothing on this quiet night walked slowly down the hill as the winter snow was falling, the winds were peaceful, the temperature dipping way below zero under the full moon as we talked about our lives.<br /><br />We stopped halfway up to the top of the hill. I removed from my coat pocket the digital camera I brought. Beside me, my friend took the photographs. During the photography session I spoke to Spirit as I offered tobacco smoke.<br /><br />All was calm as I said, "I so wish to commune with Spirit, my adviser for special wisdom. Spirit Guide, hear my call, on this most magical night. If it is your will release to me that which you want me to know."<br /><br />When all was said and done I checked each picture frame for insight into my life.<br /><br />A supernatural act occurred. I was informed of an event that may occur in my life. I focused on the image of a baby a symbol for fortunate through the help of friends. I determined the good omen to be either a real baby is on the way, or the birth of a new business or home.<br /><br />Some will agree and some will disagree. Decide for yourself what it is or what it isn't in the picture and the symbolic meaning.<br /><br />(c)2011AngieSkelhorn </div><br /><div></div>Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-6563348203672394522011-01-03T08:24:00.000-08:002011-01-03T08:29:34.429-08:00We pray and honour Nature Spirits, Spirit Guides, the Sun and the Moon to ask for blessings for important endeavors. Ancestral Spirits keep a close watch on their descendants. Spirits make contact with human beings to help work out their destinies.<br /> <br />Our spirit helpers are normally invisible. They are with us to protect and guide. We are given positive and negative choices (opportunities) in life to experience. Free-will decides our outcome.<br /> <br />Most people who know me are aware I offer tobacco smoke to Spirits so they can manipulate the substance to appear or give symbols to open the subconscious. Symbols are psychological tools of discovery. Each holds hidden meanings to open the subconscious. The tool is used for exploration to trigger the mind to release hidden thoughts to discover a solution or answer sought.<br /><br />On New Year's Eve I went for a walk, offered tobacco smoke and took a few pictures. I see a calf's head in the first picture. Living on a farm and walking in the hay field I am not surprised to see a calf's head. In the second a buck with large antlers and below that a man with a beard.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlfGyewGjy2etLrXFh_QZKNcCrzvAVFDQqohI7_Q1eMHPjzeuO60g-fTmT3ND-rYrS2kEaLxANcN90PQG6wguGiUMguEnY486nHef6EFwfehASjxjaTLjjVKwUJkxmR1bRxPKNKzTw0X9C/s1600/00060010.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5557997144786579682" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 216px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlfGyewGjy2etLrXFh_QZKNcCrzvAVFDQqohI7_Q1eMHPjzeuO60g-fTmT3ND-rYrS2kEaLxANcN90PQG6wguGiUMguEnY486nHef6EFwfehASjxjaTLjjVKwUJkxmR1bRxPKNKzTw0X9C/s320/00060010.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFj3jr-CxBGC7nWFg7ew0xy6dMcSgAmAkD1_XvJ9G-g8r4BWA-2JR5vBJ5p4DigdHFJ67AmkEsbNnJKsx3j3IE5YHvOLHxoEcvpdxJpkUTu7c94SIIz_7NWfR2HRiMRkX9dLKIChjE9-8j/s1600/00060009.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5557996907072451714" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 216px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFj3jr-CxBGC7nWFg7ew0xy6dMcSgAmAkD1_XvJ9G-g8r4BWA-2JR5vBJ5p4DigdHFJ67AmkEsbNnJKsx3j3IE5YHvOLHxoEcvpdxJpkUTu7c94SIIz_7NWfR2HRiMRkX9dLKIChjE9-8j/s320/00060009.JPG" border="0" /></a>Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-84346633709092816082010-10-27T08:35:00.001-07:002010-10-27T08:40:52.093-07:00Merry Samhain<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhrNxCqKNsYXjgvc7goIJxKgNRkzQ0OmYagkYSxb-Johmm8O4-xMeUxFGup8h_qIpo9f-LfqUL3TX2La8mtYUPNpwbaraOz5aYn3s556ukf8uvsDjt4nd4uX57HPUJ9xALqkRfDiJL3wW5/s1600/ritual+two.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 280px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhrNxCqKNsYXjgvc7goIJxKgNRkzQ0OmYagkYSxb-Johmm8O4-xMeUxFGup8h_qIpo9f-LfqUL3TX2La8mtYUPNpwbaraOz5aYn3s556ukf8uvsDjt4nd4uX57HPUJ9xALqkRfDiJL3wW5/s400/ritual+two.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532750908218920802" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH7qktmvjNQjeqn2lZZ9l28shmqGCSIfhWqb2wEV-KM9g5y5zVmos47Y9pY8qqfmRHI5PojqwT0eq-Wd1VQ39ajbZupSM9qhtxntfDfkkKavYtao9YAYvEmUr2dtZrl4QpLhSj_vN1jGym/s1600/ritual+3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 202px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH7qktmvjNQjeqn2lZZ9l28shmqGCSIfhWqb2wEV-KM9g5y5zVmos47Y9pY8qqfmRHI5PojqwT0eq-Wd1VQ39ajbZupSM9qhtxntfDfkkKavYtao9YAYvEmUr2dtZrl4QpLhSj_vN1jGym/s400/ritual+3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532750906239974354" /></a><br /><br /><br />Summer is almost at the point where the season is merely a memory. During the Autumn months the temperatures are trying to cool while the wind sweeps the leaves trying to change color as it moves the treetops. Autumn is the balance between summer's light and winter's dark. The season approaching is one that draws us inward and makes us reflective.<br /><br />To Witches October 31st is more than trick or treating.<br /><br />Know as Samhain (sow-een) to the ancient Celts, is the day on which the Celtic New Year and Winter begins. Samhain is the end of one year and the beginning of the next. A time for change, and a time to look to the future. It is the perfect moment to be in touch with Spirit Guides and vision of the way you want you life. The veil between the worlds of the living and the dead is at its thinnest point of the year making communication easier.<br /><br />To prepare for the ritual bathe in salt to purify the mind, body, heart and soul. Dressed, slip in your pocket a picture of the person you will request to speak with or your Spirit Guide. Indoors or out the summoning of spirit is carried out in dawn or dusk in the glow of flickering lights of candles.<br /><br />A secluded place is necessary, free from interruption, and then the magical circle is drawn out. The reason for this is to avoidance of contamination from unfriendly spirits.<br /><br />Pause before you say what's on your mind. Focus on the lit candle wick and slowly breathe in and out to connect with the ebb and flow of the universe.<br /><br />The universe is comprised of an invisible energy which is synchronized and flows without static. Interlaced threads move from side to side, intersect, sends out ripples and generate a current. Energy swirls around and around in its own inevitable rhythm of waves or vibrations on a vast range of different frequencies. The magical energy is, above and below heaven and earth, and inhabits all living and non-living things. The endless energies can be tapped into.<br /><br />Acknowledge what you have already been given. You have many blessings to be thankful for. If you woke this morning with a healthy body you are blessed. Some people didn't while others didn't wake at all.<br /><br />Say aloud:<br /><br />I am thankful for the wonderful things in my life. I am grateful for all those mundane bounties that can be taken for granted which makes my life more stable - a home, heat, hydro, resources to pay bills and food in the fridge. I appreciate my family and friends cooperation to make my life more peaceful; for mutual consideration and respect.<br /><br />I pray that peace be with my fellow citizens of my community, my country and the world at large.<br /><br />Call out to your Spirit Guide bidding to appear.<br /><br />Spirit Guide who intervenes in my life with guidance and sympathy please come hither.<br /><br />I am never afraid of what I know - participate in the process of learning and teaching, to fulfil my potential through constructive productivity and whatever state I am in, to be content.<br /><br />In the previous year there were many ups and downs that I dealt with. Trouble is part of life. Failure builds character. I acknowledge what has been done; and what remains to be done.<br /><br />This year I will strive to ----<br /><br />Take time to visualize yourself being the person you want to be, living the life you desire.<br /><br />Say aloud:<br /><br />Spirit Guide I request your assistance along the way in the coming year. Say farewell and then close the circle. Blessed Be.<br /><br />For a variety of reasons, people who have died visit the earthly plane. I don't believe they cut ties or release their attachments to the people they love and care for. If you believe communication with the dead or spirit, it is possible.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-54631011667602306772010-10-19T11:14:00.000-07:002010-10-19T11:24:04.303-07:00This Too Shall Pass...<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCrDt2mIDlHzy510-XtGpUvRZ6ib8gHRsOCQWQi8h2yjc_M0cXU9Frx6rg6EWISfQkMP1IZz_aikjK_o2FbdhmOYcI1OfiliAW0X9x5mUX5NiJL-FnFILVzDnEGsRbLjOA51COSEu9CFMe/s1600/HPIM0052.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCrDt2mIDlHzy510-XtGpUvRZ6ib8gHRsOCQWQi8h2yjc_M0cXU9Frx6rg6EWISfQkMP1IZz_aikjK_o2FbdhmOYcI1OfiliAW0X9x5mUX5NiJL-FnFILVzDnEGsRbLjOA51COSEu9CFMe/s400/HPIM0052.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529824605722995586" /></a><br /><br /><br />Higher Powers change events all the time to put right what goes wrong. There is guidance in all things. We go through phases - forgive, forget, let go.<br /><br />New opportunities come to put things back in proper order. When everything seems to go wrong, miraculously, everything starts to change for the better.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-14259013218036935352010-08-29T18:16:00.000-07:002010-08-29T18:21:03.218-07:00Magical Practice<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3i449IcrprzMEER7YAszPRYhBNwrcsLQhjAhjaaIc6FjxkMB1SQxAg0vQtnPJnuBq00iN2wndSjAgHcGCN4evyp639zhHS77UyVrG-3ug7AqvM_E9Of53lEZTdttQUwGw4D8p6tMWAyD6/s1600/HPIM0021.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 239px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3i449IcrprzMEER7YAszPRYhBNwrcsLQhjAhjaaIc6FjxkMB1SQxAg0vQtnPJnuBq00iN2wndSjAgHcGCN4evyp639zhHS77UyVrG-3ug7AqvM_E9Of53lEZTdttQUwGw4D8p6tMWAyD6/s320/HPIM0021.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5511006333235909666" /></a><br /><br />Indian rituals, ceremonies, and religious observances, tobacco is the unifying thread of communication between humans and the spiritual powers. The spirits are said to be extremely fond of tobacco and that the only way they could get it was from the Indians, either by smoke from a pipe or by offerings of dry tobacco. <br /> <br />Tobacco was placed at graves as an offering to the departed spirit. Requests to elders to relate oral traditions or other special knowledge were accompanied with a gift. <br /> <br />"Tobacco is in the east on the medicine wheel and has the quality of communication with Spirit. Tobacco smoke is visible breath that takes prayers to the Great Spirit. Tobacco also has the quality of connecting people with each other and bringing peace. <br /> <br />Tobacco offered directly or as smoke allows for communication with the spirit. As a Mesquakie told a student seeking to understand Native American culture: 'We use it (tobacco) in ceremonies; we put it in the fire, and then we can talk to the spirits.<br /><br />Secondary methods involve those making the offering to bring the tobacco smoke into themselves and then blow it towards the spiritual recipient. The sharing of the smoke between the one making the offering and the spirit receiving it creates communion between the two. The sacred smoke may also be spread over oneself or over objects and persons as a blessing."<br /><br /> <br />*Quote taken from Article Herbs by Marsha Smith HeronAngie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-61502133894767455192010-05-30T14:11:00.000-07:002011-03-31T10:49:16.492-07:00ORBS - spirit lights<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfNpFjotgki33Xo10Lii8BHGF_vCwTfIBab0xWhNfZ1wGW3NwTfWJKijhMGqg_oOqW9tuV0rU2uhOv1XVtOr7xUTejKTwL4YQxdEJsohoc7nf6WWvPBIenZphjLtYXP8AdmeRcfBWvUxmZ/s1600/spirit+baby+009.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfNpFjotgki33Xo10Lii8BHGF_vCwTfIBab0xWhNfZ1wGW3NwTfWJKijhMGqg_oOqW9tuV0rU2uhOv1XVtOr7xUTejKTwL4YQxdEJsohoc7nf6WWvPBIenZphjLtYXP8AdmeRcfBWvUxmZ/s320/spirit+baby+009.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5590302476591940050" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqEoxXtI-cr_v8WnXtZqoDoUydxe0apIyA79sD3xpFDUS-p-zuEjZK2vOrb_0FETmSIsPUcuOZzXvHHZJG2hBHDzeq09Ak8XAswoKTbTIO_2Cx_FTqEGKjoEf-5cj81JVB9BzC-PWkUIw4/s1600/HPIM0240.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481974545573970450" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqEoxXtI-cr_v8WnXtZqoDoUydxe0apIyA79sD3xpFDUS-p-zuEjZK2vOrb_0FETmSIsPUcuOZzXvHHZJG2hBHDzeq09Ak8XAswoKTbTIO_2Cx_FTqEGKjoEf-5cj81JVB9BzC-PWkUIw4/s320/HPIM0240.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh40Ab9c3uWrh-S_X5slXICAi9gUMafc-j0LBOoodECKyjQhJb9Trq_PORY6QW6aIYGq70QRxCRB8-Iv4ag6VIh6i8ki8C1MahJA6fb1cR-wt-2GvFQf59xZMpk6FLCpV1H8c_mKwEjD6LX/s1600/HPIM0264.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481974061508718162" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh40Ab9c3uWrh-S_X5slXICAi9gUMafc-j0LBOoodECKyjQhJb9Trq_PORY6QW6aIYGq70QRxCRB8-Iv4ag6VIh6i8ki8C1MahJA6fb1cR-wt-2GvFQf59xZMpk6FLCpV1H8c_mKwEjD6LX/s320/HPIM0264.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3C2bBOohO6zNoz6-VG6iM3MjWlRRdZuQ7IM4C6yXdRtvvmUtmHhEPouwVUK9XuAwdbPrrH8WI_x9Q-svCnUNMFqqOFR-_l8rW-99hmirbAAOPfnlBij-QGOAzEwDkABbo7xUlzRLotjUB/s1600/HPIM0259.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481973714903092882" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3C2bBOohO6zNoz6-VG6iM3MjWlRRdZuQ7IM4C6yXdRtvvmUtmHhEPouwVUK9XuAwdbPrrH8WI_x9Q-svCnUNMFqqOFR-_l8rW-99hmirbAAOPfnlBij-QGOAzEwDkABbo7xUlzRLotjUB/s320/HPIM0259.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH8hDDSyrfSVYxJLf-q63eygXyaCwLgixIKdO47dlfwCih-0drqaj9l8padplP_YYevKq2Gj9yRMshEKtYtUgrBYjVBWxQmbLPLmJst7GMe9zKBILhmOIeqoOd6zwyIDkpU8dUeDTGlLuk/s1600/HPIM0239.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478383510283867346" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH8hDDSyrfSVYxJLf-q63eygXyaCwLgixIKdO47dlfwCih-0drqaj9l8padplP_YYevKq2Gj9yRMshEKtYtUgrBYjVBWxQmbLPLmJst7GMe9zKBILhmOIeqoOd6zwyIDkpU8dUeDTGlLuk/s320/HPIM0239.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj-QQuGI8eVRJQtxKjvFR4OjZ7hb57YdK5EwE8RpH8ZGxsd1wq3d8PIHPQaw0Wkq4Mi30lviTdik13AMNAPlH8rh9ysojluVWwbjKj3IPwT9VsYGBt8IwKVwFiiXUoU-WFnsfoVYn5M7qE/s1600/HPIM0223.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5477174057719978786" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj-QQuGI8eVRJQtxKjvFR4OjZ7hb57YdK5EwE8RpH8ZGxsd1wq3d8PIHPQaw0Wkq4Mi30lviTdik13AMNAPlH8rh9ysojluVWwbjKj3IPwT9VsYGBt8IwKVwFiiXUoU-WFnsfoVYn5M7qE/s320/HPIM0223.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><strong>ORBS -<br /><br />In theory orbs are a sphere or globe of light energy. Most are uasally described as milky-white and many other colors.<br /><br />You can see orbs in the photographs taken between 8 and 9pm.</strong>Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-766432783753347885.post-70443014120899487462010-05-16T08:01:00.000-07:002010-05-16T08:07:45.398-07:00DAIMONS<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikVa9OwyHv3_oVYEIPFmR-hE96GyPk5_eFiejd9G07BTBP86sWo5LUuwLD4sJij7W2bj-cLBdkhh9TL9zHGsRpACWgIthESREV_z_NibNJCB9sKj6eBNiOxM0EQvGrd-TagiwUFRkmuzFq/s1600/HPIM0160.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5471883496599370434" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikVa9OwyHv3_oVYEIPFmR-hE96GyPk5_eFiejd9G07BTBP86sWo5LUuwLD4sJij7W2bj-cLBdkhh9TL9zHGsRpACWgIthESREV_z_NibNJCB9sKj6eBNiOxM0EQvGrd-TagiwUFRkmuzFq/s320/HPIM0160.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br />On a clear night I sensed a presence beside me and took a photograph. Clearly seen in the tobacco smoke something materialized.<br /><br />This could be one of any of a wide range of lesser intermediary spirits between their world and the physical world.<br /><br />Demons play no role in neo-Pagan Witchcraft.<br /><br />Demon is derived from the Greek term daimon, or divine power, fate, or god.<br /><br />Daimons were intermediary spirits between man and the gods. A guardian daimons shared advice and ideas. It was considered lucky to have one for guidance and protection.Angie Skelhorn - Witchskelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315806910715176208noreply@blogger.com0