It's been a minute. I've been sorting through some pesky life questions and am still uncertain as to where this blog is going. That's OK for now. Years ago, someone hit me squarely between the eyes with a few simple words -- words that were echoed not long ago by someone else, who could not … Continue reading Use Your Magic
Category: Philosophy
Springtime is not Kind
Today is the first official day of spring. Blessed Alban Eilir (or Ostara, or Spring Equinox if you prefer). I've returned from my little hiatus; my mom and stepdad have gone home. While they were here, we lost an uncle on my father's side after a long battle with cancer (melanoma). I can't do this … Continue reading Springtime is not Kind
The Last Letter
The first letter I ever wrote (and mailed) was two lines of pencil scrawls on one of those gray papers with red and blue lines on it, the kind for children just learning to write. I think it consisted of, "Hi. How are you? I am fine. Love you, bye," and I was the proudest … Continue reading The Last Letter
Runic Dreams
I have vivid dreams fairly often (well, maybe most of us do, but I almost always remember mine in detail). They can be extremely realistic, completely out of left field, or so abstract that they're nearly impossible to put into words. I've dreamed monochromatic stuff, things that were just shapes, the usual "plays on huge … Continue reading Runic Dreams
Soul-clearing Song
Music is absolutely one of my favorite parts of being alive, of being human and here right now. I sing (a lot -- sorry, kids). I listen. I break the "play" and "replay" buttons on new albums that delight my ears and old favorites, as comfortable as my favorite shirt but as familiarly exciting as … Continue reading Soul-clearing Song
Called…home?
I've always felt drawn to certain places on the map, destinations I've never seen in person -- for me, traveling is among those secret dreams we all hoard like silent little treasures in some shadowy corner of our hearts where unrealistic things live. For several years now, I have also experienced a stronger pull toward … Continue reading Called…home?
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