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Any Witches Here ? Part 3

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speakout · 15/09/2018 18:03

Or Wiccans. or Pagans? Or anyone who is interested in a magical path or feels some magical stirrings.

A place for support, learning, swapping ideas and magical inspiration

All welcome.

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PawneeParksDept · 08/10/2018 18:16

Hey witch friends!

I was wondering if any of you had ever had this happen to you and whether there was an actual word for it.

My life has repeatedly intersected with two different people. At this point in time, neither lives near me or is part of my daily life. Nor do I have contact with either. That said, I feel like I know that we will cross paths again and that there is still story left to write. It isn't just that I want this to happen or believe that it will, it's like I KNOW

is that odd ? ConfusedBlush

PawneeParksDept · 08/10/2018 18:20

@InTheTempest on the last thread I talked about how Psalms had worked for me in terms of protection and negative energies in the past.

Try reading Psalm 31 aloud Smile

owlshooting · 08/10/2018 19:23

Pawnee - that has happened to me too. I think sometimes we have unfinished business with some people. I believe in past lives, and I think we have lived many times before, often with some of the same people. We have to resolve stuff that is still unresolved. One particular person springs to mind in my case.

VioletCharlotte · 08/10/2018 19:39

Inthetempest and Secret witch if you think the negativity is absorbed from others energy, I find bathing in Epsom salts and washing my hair helps. Also cleaning my house, sweeping and lighting candles.

If I feel the energy is from someone in the spirit world, I meditate and visualise moving them on. Then ask for protection and visualise a golden cloak engulfing me.
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Inthetempest* glad you're enjoying the book, the recommendations are so helpful aren't they? I'm reading Your Dark Side following a recommendation on here.

InTheTempest · 08/10/2018 19:51

Pawnee thank you, I will take a look at Psalm 31.

Violet this place is fantastic for recommendations and idea, I love it. Such a friendly welcoming place, best Mumsnet thread I've ever found!

I'm going to try some spells with the new moon, see if its a better time than the waning moon for making some gains and things improving a bit!

Elphame · 08/10/2018 21:18

Never piss off a witch....

DP retired a week ago and has been causing mayhem in my life! Yesterday he left the freezer door open, all my tea trays have vanished ( he's using them as plant coasters it appears) and nothing is put back where it should be. I almost broke my neck tripping over the gardening tools he'd left in the dark on the back step and he's flattened my car battery by not closing the door properly when he "borrowed" my iPhone charger for his car.

I've had to defrost the freezer today as it's very elderly and several hours with the door open means a huge ice build up Sad

As a result my elderberries that were stored in the freezer now needed to be used urgently so the retribution was getting him to de-stalk them all ( and we're talking a kilo or more). Anyone who tells you it's easier to de-stalk frozen elderberries than fresh is not telling the truth. It took him all afternoon Grin

I may let him have some of the elderberry vodka. Or I may not! Wink

Bellecose2 · 08/10/2018 22:35

So funny to read Elphame... but if you've been used to your own space to suddenly have your DP under your feet is a big transition.

I'd give him some vodka though... it might keep him out of trouble for a couple of hours.

@VioletCharlotte.. I really enjoyed thay book. I'm glad the author was recommended. I'll definitely read more of her work.

owlshooting · 09/10/2018 00:07

Elphame - that's hilarious. I am in the same situation!

sockportal · 09/10/2018 08:44

@Elphame I agree with @Bellecose2 give him some of you vodka, whilst he is nicely mellowed you can do things your way :)

Elphame · 09/10/2018 10:12

Haha - well the vodka won't be ready for 12 months but I was seriously tempted to offer him one of my older potions!

He has taken the dog for a walk and I plan to be gone before he comes back.

Bellecose - you are so right. This is not going to be an easy transition. It's not being helped by an arthritis flare so I'm definitely not as patient as usual. I've upped my herbal remedy but I think I may need a visit to my GP.

owlshooting Please tell me it gets easier. I'm a textbook introvert and really need a lot of my own space! Having someone around all day is proving very hard. Especially one who hasn't yet built a new retired lifestyle and keeps wanting to know what I'm doing.

Bellecose2 · 09/10/2018 10:21

Elphame... I am a textbook introvert too so am climbing the walls if I don't get my space. Even more so as I get older. Mental space is so important for us isn't it? I can't think with constant chatter. Endured that for so many years that I am now firecely protective of having my own life.

You will find a way though, don't worry. I wouldn't resort to potions just yetSmile

AlphaJuno · 09/10/2018 10:41

Hello. I haven't read all of this, been busy but noticed some of you were talking about negative energies. I really felt it quite intensely yesterday. An astrologer I listen to on YouTube did a ritual where you can call on the power of Pluto at the moment to destroy anything you don't need. Because it's coming out of retrograde and going direct. You can request the help of the planets for specific things. I have done it before and it works.

Womaningreen · 09/10/2018 10:44

hello

I was wondering if any of you would mind awfully drawing a card for me?

thank you.

PawneeParksDept · 09/10/2018 11:11

I spent too much money on books related to the craft last night and I'm blaming all of you Grin

PawneeParksDept · 09/10/2018 11:14

@Womaningreen I drew the Knight Of Wands. Knight Of Wards features a man riding a white horse. Horses in the Tarot indicate movement, change, things happening and is relevant toward a location move, a new job opportunity or upcoming holiday

PawneeParksDept · 09/10/2018 11:15

@AlphaJuno do you have a link?

Womaningreen · 09/10/2018 11:41

@PawneeParksDept

thank you.

BlankTimes · 09/10/2018 12:05

Morning everyone, a quick swoop-in from me.

I do read the thread every day but don't always have time to reply or join in. Healing and support has been sent to all who have requested, any and it's been great to read everything that's going on.

Speakout good decision about the xmas fair, their loss. I think the best thing we can do for our grown children is be there when needed, you're doing a great job.

Elphame maybe sit down with him and give him or help him to find some direction, he's had a routine for all his adult life and now he's in a mega transition to the unknown, he'll be drifting for a while until he feels a sense of purpose and self.

Hills Static - one of my cats used to give me a shock if I touched the tips of her ears or she touched me with them, she got the shock too, crackle and sparks every time. Never had it with any of the others. One of our cars used to give me a shock every time I got out and touched the door when I was a passenger but never when I drove it.

Pawnee book-buying becomes a habit. Ten bookcases overloaded and heaving in here, with the odd pile of books here and there too.

Just ordered my AstroMoon Diary for next year www.astrocal.co.uk/product/moon-diary/astro-moon-diary-2019/

Going to have to zoom off, sometimes it seems we never have a minute to catch up with ourselves before we have to go and meet more demands. Many good wishes to everyone I've not had chance to name and a warm welcome to all the new people. Have an amazing day!

owlshooting · 09/10/2018 17:07

Alpha could you send a link to the you tube discussion you were mentioned? Sounds fascinating.

Someone mentioned Maria Crowley upthread. I have heard great things about her and just missed doing something with her at Avebury. I LOVE Avebury, but have sadly moved away from the area now.

owlshooting · 09/10/2018 17:48

Elphame - it is early days for me too, and I'm finding it a challenge. I am also an introvert and i am really struggling with the lack of alone time. Particularly as i have an adult son at home all the time too . If I occasionally get an afternoon in the house on my own it is bliss. I don't know what the answer is... I am used to doing everything my way in the house and suddenly he is here all the time with no idea of how to even switch the heating on!!! It's exhausting. I feel I have to explain several times how to do basic things , but he is trying. He tends to retreat into his own hobbies and interests to gain some sense of autonomy and that be annoying at times as it feels like I am still carrying the can for everyday stuff.

BlankTimes · 09/10/2018 17:59

Owl was it Maria Wheatley to do with Avebury? Think it was me who mentioned that.

www.mariawheatley.com/

Or Vivianne Crowley, Wiccan HP ?
www.controverscial.com/Vivianne%20Crowley.htm

www.breathworks-mindfulness.org.uk/2015-08-13-16-35-42/228-vivianne-crowley

I get peoples' names mixed up all the time Halloween Smile

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speakout · 09/10/2018 18:05

owlshooting

I sympathise too- another introvert here, at my happiest having the house to myself and pottering.

My OH is out at work all day but I have my 84 yo mother living with us and my adult son.

Very hard sometimes.

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owlshooting · 09/10/2018 20:41

Oh speakout, I can imagine that is tough! Do you have a good relationship with your Mum? I imagine you must have to have her living with you . I certainly couldn't do it. I envy people with great relationships with their mothers, it must be such a wonderful thing. It doesn't matter how well you get on though, everyone still needs space and time to be alone.
I have had to go away for a week on my own about once a year to retain my sanity in the past - need to do it again soon!

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speakout · 09/10/2018 20:46

owlshooting

I don't have a particularly good relationship with my mother, no.

Luckily we do have space in my home and she has been really busy since joining the church last year, so is often out. Church members take her out 2 or 3 days a week and she is gone for 5 hours to church on Sunday. She is also fond of afternoon naps which helps

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owlshooting · 09/10/2018 21:12

Ha ha! I'm sure she appreciates having you all close, even if it's hard at times. Does your Mum understand your interests and path in life I wonder?