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2016-01-20T17:00:45-04:00

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Dandelion Seeds: The Call of the Swan Maidens

Last updated on: January 20, 2016 at 5:00 pm   By Guest Contributor

The Swan Spirits called to me long ago one Samhain night, and now that has led to my preparations for ritual at one of the largest pagan conventions: Convocation. Read more

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2019-05-14T07:58:44-04:00

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The Baltic and Slavic Earth Mother

Last updated on: May 14, 2019 at 7:58 am   By Guest Contributor

Learn about the traditions of the Baltic and Slavic earth mother goddesses, including the history of our knowledge of her, folk traditions and new ways to connect with her including a song. Read more

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2016-07-29T14:26:58-04:00

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Books in Review

Last updated on: July 29, 2016 at 2:26 pm   By Melissa Hill

Long, long, ago, in a land far far away I used to have a LiveJournal. This was slightly post MySpace, and well before the land of blogs.  There’s things I still miss about that platform, but it’s pretty much dead like a redshirt Star Trek officer on a rocky planet.  One of the things I’ve missed is my records of what books I was reading, and yes, I could get my butt over to Goodreads and do it all properly,... Read more

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2015-12-16T19:47:48-04:00

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Dandelion Seeds: Leaning Into the Solstice Darkness

Last updated on: December 16, 2015 at 7:47 pm   By Guest Contributor

It's easy to get caught up in the the wild cycle of holiday hosting. Take a break with these meditations and prayers to the comforting darkness. Read more

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2019-11-14T17:40:29-04:00

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Holiday Stress Relief: Push Your Emotional Reset Button with Devotionals

Last updated on: November 14, 2019 at 5:40 pm   By Guest Contributor

The holidays are hard. In between Black Friday and Solstice Vigil squeeze in some time for your own sanity with devotional practices to help you keep an even keel. Read more

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2015-11-19T00:02:29-04:00

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Dandelion Seeds: Five Ways to Have a Pagan Thanksgiving

Last updated on: November 19, 2015 at 12:02 am   By Guest Contributor

1. Honor the Ancestors 2. Learn about the Native American Tribes in your Area 3. Eat Local 4. Be With People You Enjoy 5. Practice Gratitude Read more

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2015-11-04T17:00:08-04:00

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Dandelion Seeds: How to Talk to Squirrel Spirits

Last updated on: November 4, 2015 at 5:00 pm   By Guest Contributor

Facebook quizzes that tell you if you're a Bear or a Beaver person are hokey and we all know it. But how do you actually interact with the spirits? Get some ideas for working with the animals and environment around you in your own unique way. Read more

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2015-10-21T16:00:47-04:00

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Dandelion Seeds: Religion is For When the System Goes Down

Last updated on: October 21, 2015 at 4:00 pm   By Guest Contributor

Though our religious traditions can struggle, there is something incredibly powerful and life saving at the core of what we do. Read more

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2019-05-14T08:01:05-04:00

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On the Fractal Nature of the Earth Mother

Last updated on: May 14, 2019 at 8:01 am   By Guest Contributor

As we celebrate the changing of the seasons and the balance of day and night the Rev. Melissa Hill talks about the fertile Earth Mother and how to harmonize modern science with ancient understanding of this goddess who supports us with every step we take. Read more

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2019-05-14T08:04:40-04:00

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Gaia, The Gangster Earth Mother

Last updated on: May 14, 2019 at 8:04 am   By Guest Contributor

Most of us these days know the name Gaia from James Lovelock’s theory of the same name. Later I will be talking about modern interpretations and thoughts about the earth. For now let us focus on Gaia in her ancient form. Read more

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