Any Witches Here Part 5.

[speakout]

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.

I saw this and thought of your daughter @speakout she has perfect instincts for her profession- she will be a gift to many mothers I'm sure www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-46591640

poster gladheart

Thank you so much for that link, so kind and thoughtful of you.

She is studying pediatric nursing. She has also been a qualified ballet teacher for the past two years , teaching little ones at her dance school.

A total pride I am afraid..

I wa accepted to medical school but my parents forbade me to go

Merry Xmas and a joyous Yule to everyone.🌞 🎄 🍄 🎁🍹
(No baby yet)

Hope you have all had lovely days.

Was there a reason why your parents forbade you Speakout?

Things have been calm here today.

Glad you had a better day today Hills.
I’ve been inside all day today but got out with the kids for a bit yesterday and because they stopped to have an argument about sticks I happened to see these beautiful berries shining from a bare stem. No idea what they are but wanted to share along with seasonal best wishes.

Speakout that’s a beautiful story about your cat! Animals have an incredible capacity for regeneration that constantly inspires me. When I was younge I used to be much more ‘black and white’ in my veterinary practice, but animals have taught me to be much more open and individualistic in my therapeutic approach. Your cat is lucky to have found you 🐈

Good morning my beautiful friends.

I am just back from Tesco, about to make a big pot of soup for lunch.

I hope everyone had a good day yesterday.

We all ended up slightly tipsy with my 21 year old son teaching us how to play Texas Holdem Poker.

Good to see that gap year in New Zealand was of us to him!

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HillsBesideTheSea

My parents don't think that woman should become doctors, and I was from a very poor working class background- they told me I would not be able to fit in with other medical students.

Morning everyone. Hope you all had a good day yesterday. I enjoyed the day, although a bit worried about my dog as he doesn't seem himself. You know when you sense something's not right but not sure what? Planning a quieter day today, it may have been all the noise and excitement of Christmas Day that upset him. Planning to get out for a long walk in a bit. Hope you all have an enjoyable and relaxing Boxing Day.

Good afternoon friends

Thank you for the lovely words and well wishes yesterday- they mean a lot to me

It’s good to read how everyone’s day went. I spent the evening with friends, Violet, my friend’s dog was ‘not right’ either. I do think all the frivolity can unsettle them. I hope that’s all it is with yours x

speakout I loved reading about your cat- the gift of life you have given her is something profoundly special- she certainly found the right ‘owner’ in you! A pot of soup sounds like an excellent idea. Having eaten my body weight in cheese yesterday something fresh, light and nourishing feels like the perfect antidote!

Gigg it’s good to see you 👋 When is the baby due?

Hills very pleased to hear things have been calmer, continuing to ask for support and peace for you

Kizzy those berries are incredible! I don’t know what they are...I’m wondering if Enchanters might know?

Further family visiting awaits me this afternoon. It’s a clearer, brighter day here and I’m also yearning for a connection with the great outdoors.. I might see if I can squeeze in a few minutes along the way.. I’m looking forward to being home later, candles lit and some peace!

Love to you all

VioletCharlotte

How is your dog?

I am no medical expert but I always like to do a " sit down and touch over" with a sick animal.
And tenderness, temperature, sore points? Urination? Thirst?

YashmisCrone

Thank you for your kind words.

I suspect I am no kinder or better than any cat owner.

The amazing vet that helped us was so wonderful.

My cat had no function in her front leg- dragging from the shoulder like a piece of dead meat.

Heartbreaking to see,
And one appointment the vet tried nipping her skin between her toes and she yelped in pain.
Vet and I looked at each other and smiled.
Not the fact that he had caused pain- well yes the fact she felt the pain, but it meant that nerve healing was happening.

I bless my vet for giving her a chance.

Hills ((((hugs)))) Do you really need to see these people? I think so many of us put up with all sorts of abuse because it's "family". I know that I love my Christmas Day on my own with my animals thanks to past family drama and even turn down invitations to enjoy my day alone. I hope that you can distance yourself from the toxicity - no one deserves that, least of from those who are supposed to be our 'nearest and dearest'. Please be safe and put yourself first.

Grabbing 5 minutes whilst they are all asleep....

@KizzyWayfarer Those look like bryony berries to me

VioletCharlotte - how is your dog today?

All quiet here - I have however been given the most horrible object for xmas by someone who works for me part time. She does have a bit of a track record but has surpassed herself this time! She's a regular visitor so I have to display it for at least a while! I keep saying please don't buy me anything but she always does! I know I sound very ungrateful but I'm trying to get rid of clutter and it is really awful.....

I know - first world problem!

TooManyPaws
You speak very wise words,

I have been talking to my niece who live abroad and has been a victim of toxic family drama,

Your day sounds lovely. X

Thank you to everyone who asked about my dog. Happily, he seems much more himself today. I've noticed as he's got older, he seems to dislike being away from home and with a lot of people. I think it all got too much for him yesterday. I'm going to keep an eye on him, but he's eating and drinking and enjoyed a good run earlier so I don't think there too much to worry about it.

Elphame My DM has a friend who has form for buying 'unusual' gifts. She's a wonderful friend, but has very unusual taste in gifts. It's so awkward isn't it?!

Yashmis hope you had a good day and managed to get outside, even for a little while.

Hills hoping you're ok. When do these visitors of yours go home?
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Speakout* lovely story about your cat ❤️

Hope everyone has had a good day. I'm glad to be home this evening and looking forward to some time to myself.

Christmas Day was good, but I was very ill/down yesterday. I think lots of things all caught up with me and I couldn't shake myself out of it, so I embraced it instead and allowed the feelings.
Feeling brighter today although very physically tired.

My husband bought me a set of runes. I haven't handled them yet, but am excited to see if I connect with them.

Absolute pandemonium here. DF is at my GP for an emergency appt and DM has discovered that turkey curry no longer agrees with her...

DP has taken Ddog out for his walk. The DC have all headed to Bath for some shopping and I'm playing nurse :(

VioletCharlotte - it certainly is. Her gifts are a highlight of the day as everyone waits to see what she has inflicted on me! She isn't doing it on purpose - she really does just have appalling taste. The gifts are carefully chosen and probably more than she can afford to spend but all my attempts to tell her there is no need to buy me anything fall on deaf ears.

Hope all goes well with your DF, Elphame

Baby is due on New Year's Day, Yashmis, but DDIL has been having Braxton Hicks for over a week now....

I have a new tarot deck that I backed on Kickstarter awaiting me at the Post Office (with a hefty Customs charge, sigh 😔) but couldn't seem to leave the house today.

Hope all is peaceful and happy with the Mumsnet witches! 🧙‍♀️

Goodness Elphame there's never a dull moment in your house is there?! I hope DF is ok.

Giggorata how exciting to be looking forward to a new baby in the family! Keep us posted...

I've had a peaceful and relaxing day at home, just me and teen DC who have been doing their own thing. It's been a beautiful, cold but bright day here. Went for a wintry walk with the dog (who is full of beans again!). The colours in the sky were beautiful.

DC are due to see their Dad tonight, which always makes me anxious. We've been separated a long time, since they were v young, but he was extremely controlling and violent. Christmas always seems to bring out the worst in him, especially when drink is involved. Last year he had a huge row with DS2 who was 16 at the time, so I'm really hoping this year goes without incident.

Elphame I think we need to see a photo of this monstrosity. 😉😁

queenrollo I’ve often ended up ill/down around this time of year too- a big ‘blumph’ having run around like a mad thing and put everyone before myself combined with extra socialising which drains me.. I had a migraine yesterday for similar reasons. I think I’m getting better at self care as a necessity but sometimes it all catches up with you doesn’t it. A day alone, pottering has been bliss for me today- some simple, healthy food, plenty of water and some time outdoors has really helped me feel human again. Glad to hear you’re feeling brighter too, look after yourself as best you can.

Gigg aww, it’s sounds like DGC might be destined to be a 2018 baby after all- how exciting! Look forward to hearing about that new deck too..

Elphame I hope your parents are soon on the mend and that your nursing duties subside.. I’m also curious about the monstrosity you’ve received!

Violet very pleased to hear your dog is now full of beans and that picture is gorgeous! We’ve had sun here today- it’s been wonderful to be out in it. I even managed to get some washing out on the line which I always find satisfying. Sad I know!

Really sorry to hear about the situation with your ex. It must be tough when your DC go to see him. When I’ve been concerned for my DS wellbeing I mentally surround him with protective energy and ask my guides to smooth the way for him. Hope it’s ok tonight and that you don’t feel too on edge.

Sending love to all, with gratitude for having you wonderful women in my life, even though it’s a virtual connection- the energy never fails to lift me

yashmi I have had severe depression the last 4 Decembers. This is the first year in a long time I have enjoyed the month and looked forward to Christmas. I've had no medication (anti-depressants) and not felt the need for it. The difference has been remarkable. I do put this down to being in therapy.
I am however feeling the lack of social interaction the last few days. I am a highly social being, and with everyone around us busy with their own families it has brought into sharp focus for me how disfunctional my own family unit is. I remember so many wonderful Christmases seeing my (very large) extended family and that is how I would like my own to be. But it isn't and it cannot be.

This afternoon has been difficult, for various reasons and I am fighting quite hard not to let the gloomies take hold.
My friends fly out of the country today, maybe the emotion of that is still too intense for me.

Good morning beautiful lovelies.
Especially to those of us who have challenges right now.

I am always keen to see an end to the festive season and embrace the stark cold simple vibe that is January.
Although we still have a festive lunch to host on Sunday.
DS starts a new job today- it's a huge thing for us, things have been difficult for him this past year.
So please send good vibes to help him enjoy his first day. X

Have a magical day whatever you are doing.