Coffee, Chaos and Cuss Words

Hello and Happy October, my friends!  Serena Siren...isn't she pretty? I just wanted to direct you to a blog post I created for the Samhain's Sirens blog. It is titled ' Creating the Ancestral Altar ' and it is the featured article for Day 2 of the October Extravaganza and I really enjoyed writing it. Please go  Samhain's Sirens  to read the article. While you're there, please take advantage of all the fabulous giveaways that go on there every day! Some very crafty people put some of their best works forward for you to win....go see!

Samhain's Sirens is a gift to the Pagan community. On this blog, during the month of  October, they post giveaways, articles, recipes, crafts, music and more all to celebrate our  favorite holiday and season.  There are two giveaways today: Giveaway #1- PIP Designs. Tara Smith  he is giving away a blog makeover for your blog, valued at $200.00 ! To see more go to : PIP Designs   Giveaway #2- Rita Digilova is giving away a Book of Shadows from Lapulia Studios! To see more go to:  Lapulia Book of Shadows Samhain's Sirens Please follow the link above to join Samhain's Sirens and get in on all the wonderful surprises!

Music is such an incredibly huge part of my life....and of many other peoples lives, actually. I found myself thinking about songs that I used to listen to when I was a kid. Sometimes I didn't care much about the lyrics, I just thought (as the kids on American Bandstand used to say) 'It's got a good beat!'. I listen to an eclectic mix of artists and genres depending on my mood of the day (or moment). Sometimes I need something a bit mellow, sometimes fluffy and upbeat, sometimes carefree and danceable, and sometimes truly psycho-needs-to-vent sort of music. There are many reasons...but all music moves me. And that is what I need. Especially now when I am being told I'm too old to listen to certain genres without appearing to be on a desperate course to regain my lost youth (oh puleeze!). I don't want to limit what I like to the mullet-era of Classic Rock, nor am I stuck in the polyester, big shouldered jackets of my disco days. I do like a lot of what is now con...

Welcome and Bright Blessings! This blurp is part of the special Mabon/Autumn Equinox edition of Kallan Kennedy's fabulous Sunday Stew! There is much Spirit nourishing goodness there and I tell you that the rest of the Stew is always fabulous!  Please visit them all at  The Secret Life of the American Witch! img src-Magickal Moonie's Sanctuary on Facebook Mabon (or the Autumnal Equinox) is a time where day and night are of equal length. At this Second harvest we gather and get a clearer picture of what we have which will sustain us through the coming Winter. It is the time of contemplation and giving thanks. We are grateful for what we have, but ponder how we will make it through the dark days ahead. We celebrate the abundance that comes from our hard work but must acknowledge what is left to be done. For those of us who are not farmers and don’t live as close to the earth, I am talking of the spiritual balance we seek as the light of the year is conquered by the darkness. Real...

Good day friends! Well, the change of season is upon us once more!As you can see, the blog has had a little change in appearance to reflect the time of year. I am filled with so much energy with the approach of Mabon that I can barely contain my excitement! It feels as if there is a build up of energy in me and I am just waiting for Goddess to flip the switch tomorrow and announce 'Fall is here!'. I was thinking of trying something a little different. I get questions ALL day long all the time on a variety of subjects. From my spiritual practices, to my tattoos, my diabetes, make up tips, my gray hair, etc...folks actually ask for my opinion (some should know better, but hey....they asked!). So, coming soon I will be starting a monthly opinion piece titled, 'Ask MS Moxie'. Call it the modern day version of Ann Landers.... All posts will be anonymous so never fear that I will out you. It can be serious or funny...deep thinkers and mildly curious queries are all welcome! I...

**This is continued from a blurp on the Sunday Stew from Kallan Kennedy's blog! Go and find the rest of the Stew here:  The Secret Life of the American Witch Many of us came to our spiritual paths as a way to feel more connected to the world around us and to try to bring something positive into the world. For those seeking a more meaningful and fulfilling life and who want to become more enlightened beings…a ‘spiritual comfort zone’ is more like a cosmic rut. That which comes easiest, that which you are accustomed to and accomplished in are wonderful foundations but they are not that which will help you grow and develop along your chosen path. Activities outside of your comfort zone should be things which inspire you or things you’ve never tried before. What is the ultimate goal? It is to dare, to challenge ourselves to face the doubt and fear of the unknown. It is to grow in confidence and master yourself. Make no mistake, even those who have been walking spiritual paths for many ...

Good Sunday friends! Once again I direct your attention to The Secret Life of the American Witch! I have submitted a little blurp for Kallan's delicious Stew but as always, my contribution is just one small part. Please come and enjoy the entire dish....you'll be ever so glad you did! The Secret Life of the American Witch!