Every once and a while we run into a poem or story that is just wonderful. This is one of those times and we decided to share it with you.

The writer is an unknown but with the passion and emotions that fill their work they should become popular in our opinion that is! So sit back, put down those cigars and let the writers words take you away for a few moments.

Now That I Am Wiccan

By: Mystic Wolf

Now that I am Wiccan,
the breeze caresses me.
Now that I am Wiccan,
the trees whisper to me.
Now that I am Wiccan,
the Sun’s rays wrap me in warmth.
Now that I am Wiccan,
energy surrounds me.
Now that I am Wiccan,
Life is more dear to me.
Now that I am Wiccan,
the idea of hurting another makes me ill.
Now that I am Wiccan,
my temper has gone.
Now that I am Wiccan,
my desire for War has ended.
Now that I am Wiccan,
my heart is bursting with happiness.
Now that I am Wiccan,
a part of me long injured, is finally healing.
Now that I am Wiccan,
I am Complete.

        

For those of you that have written asking where in the world certain book reviews are here is your answer. Right now we are a little back logged in the review section. With so many being sent in there are just so many reading jobs that can be performed by us!

Right now we are sitting on around 10 books that need to be posted and boy are they all good books! We are expecting to have the back log cleared by next week sometime. Yes, you read that right----Next week!

Expect to see a few this week as well!

        

Encyclopedia of the Unseen World
The Ultimate Guide to Apparitions, Death Bed Visions, Mediums, Shadow People, Wandering Spirits, and Much, Much More
Constance Victoria Briggs
ISBN: 9781578634651
Book (Paperback)
Weiser Books
$19.95

7 x 9 288 pages Spot artwork throughout August 1, 2010

If you are looking for something to take to bed with you to read then this is certainly the book to cuddle and snuggle with. From A-Z you will find so many interesting and unique facts, trivia and other information that you will find it hard to put it down to sleep.

I decided that I would read a certain amount of pages each night. Starting fro A and working to the Z's. There were some nights that I was compelled to read more than the designated pages and did just that long into the wee hours of night.

There were definitions that actually cleared up a few things on my part always wondering if there was in fact a proper name for it but never really looked. Take for example the Facilitated Apparition. This is defined as a vision of a person in the spiritual world seen psychically through items such as mirrors, cauldrons, water, ink or fire. Now, those that have used these methods in workings may or may not have known that is the technical term for seeing such apparitions.

There are many, many others that I had in fact heard of but just did not know what the correct term was. Now I do!

This was a thought provoking reference guide I must tell you as when you find the terms that have happened to you it is explained in simple, easy to understand writings. Nothing that is over your head and confusing.

If you are looking for a reference book on the unseen this is a MUST have for your library!



More Information:

Did you know that singer Tony Bennett had a near death experience, and that Mary Pickford, America’s sweetheart, regularly consulted a psychic? Have you ever experienced bilocation or wondered about the difference between clairvoyance, clairscentience, and clairaudience?

The Encyclopedia of the Unseen World delves into the world of the unseen and the unknown offering us an extensive A-Z explanation and exploration of the realm of ghosts, psychics, the afterlife, and more. From Sylvia Browne to visitations, gnomes and fairies to the devil and God, The Encyclopedia of the Unseen World offers a trip into the fascinating realm of the world beyond the known. Learn about prophets, mystics, and mediums past and present, key terms of the world beyond the veil, and the practices and divinatory arts that have been used for centuries to tap into that world.

From the book:
Bilocation
The appearance of the astral body in several places at once. This phenomenon has been reported for centuries. There have been reports from families and friends who were close to a deceased loved one that received simultaneous visits from that loved one on opposite sides of town or opposite sides of the world, with both visits being completely real and completely unique. In addition, bilocation can also occur when a person is astral traveling or having an out-of-body experience.

Constance Victoria Briggs is a researcher and writer on metaphysical, spiritual, and paranormal subjects. Her interests in the world of the unseen were sparked early in life by her own mystical and out-of-body experiences and communications with the other side. Constance and her family make their home in Southern California. (Photo Credit: Ghobad Heidari)

        

This will be a short week for this gal. School started here and there are a few million things that are now needed to do.

Oh, you think that you have everything ready until the big day. With the kids actually attending the first day the teachers send home another list of what is needed. So out you go shopping once more.

Happens each and every year so I was not very surprised at all. Plus it gives me an excuse to get a jump on shopping for my middle sons birthday that is coming up in September.

I have been scouring the web looking for things that he may like and nothing, and I mean nothing seems suitable for him. Especially since he is turning 16.

I am torn between a new TV that he has been complaining about or just a sum of money that he can go do whatever with. haha I am sure that the TV is the way to go.

He does have a small list of books that he is interested in and these are great gifts to give as they are useful. That list surprised me to death when he gave it to me. So this week off and on I will be out hunting down school supplies and his 16th birthday gift! Lucky, lucky me!!!

        

Can you believe that summer is nearly over? I know that I am stunned to realize that the time is ticking away and fall will be here soon.

I have begun to harvest the flowers and plants available right now to dry and use for the long winter months. Another month or so and the next harvest will begin. I love doing that. Seeking out the hidden treasures outside that make for wonderful oils and other items that are made.

I was surprised that a friend called and said there was an amazing patch of wild flowers growing near the new steel buildings in town. When I went there I was giddy with excitement. The flowers that were available were so pretty and the amount there would last more than the winter months!

If you use fresh herbs & flowers start looking outside for what nature has to offer!

        

A lot of people wonder how they can have altars without the general public knowing that it is in fact an altar. Disguising it in such a way that to them it is an altar but to the naked eye it is a beautiful decoration setting.

One way is to decorate your modern dining tables with a special natural looking arrangement for each Sabbat or just a look that makes you happy. One that celebrates how you practice and feel. Decorating with store bought things is fine but try the look of everything natural. Taking items (ask first if needed) from outside that speaks to you. By doing this you have a naturally lovely setting that will awe the mundane yet celebrate each day what you are practicing. Plus it is there and available when you are ready to do workings. So use your tables for the discreet altar!

        

We have a few books that are on the front burner to be reviewed. One is a little different in that I mean it is not for adults and is not spiritual or occult related.

That's right we are doing a review on a children's book for an up and coming author! Very thrilled about that. Since it is a child's book it should be posted this weekend. One of the first things before I sit down and do this review properly is to check into hot tub covers as the latest storm tore the heck out of ours. AND we are in the middle of yet another storm!!!

Hopefully the weather will calm down by the weekend so all reviews can be posted!

        

The Courage to Be Free
Discover Your Original Fearless Self
Guy Finley
ISBN: 9781578634750
Book (Hardcover)
Weiser Books
$16.95

5 x 7 128 pages August 1, 2010

Although I am not particularly fond of many of the self help books that are available today The Courage to Be Free was slightly different in a few respects.

The first is that the author, Guy Finley, gave useful thoughts and ideas on how to actually improve your inner thinking. There was nothing far fetched or dramatical  that one should or should not do.  Some of which were borderline common sense yet put in a way that sounded almost mystical if not spiritual to say the least.

One chapter that I found interesting was chapter 9; Never feel sorry for yourself. There is a list and one example stood out to me that I would like to share. That statement was:

#5. Feeling sorry for those that want you to feel sorry for them is like giving an alcoholic a gift certificate to a liquor store.

How true is that? I have recommended this book to a few of my associates that are dealing with life's little bumps in the road that they are traveling on.

Although this is a small book it is large in information that seems by the way the author wrote comes from the heart. As you read, from page to page until the end you can feel the sincerity that pours from his words written.

This is a good starting book for those that are seeking to change some aspect of their lives on a low key way. I can see that those that purchase the book would read this over and over for inspiration during times that are rougher than usual.

As a self help book I would recommend which I know is a rarity from me to read that I would do so! That is about as surprising as if seeing colon cleanse reviews by me. Usually not going to happen!

Out on shelves as of August 1st so look for your copy soon!

We were not born with the persistent negative, self-doubting, self-limiting thoughts and feelings most of us carry around. Those limitations are not part of our “original equipment.” In the words of bestselling author and beloved teacher Guy Finley, “When you realize no else on this earth can be like you... that no other soul may know the beauty, sorrow, light and darkness you alone are given to see, then you will no longer want to be like anyone else on this earth. You will, at last, be the fearless individual your heart of hearts has called you to be.”

There is a world of wisdom in this small gem of a book. Guy Finley is a master at opening our eyes, ears, and hearts to the plain and simple truths of this life. We are not our sense of inadequacy, our compulsions, our defeated thoughts and feelings. We can choose the fearless path because we were, in fact, born fearless.

Guy Finley is the best-selling author of The Secret of Letting Go, The Essential Laws of Fearless Living, and 35 other works that have sold over a million copies in 18 languages worldwide. His work has been featured on hundreds of radio and TV networks including NBC, CBS, ABC, CNN, NPR, and PBS. Guy has spent the last 30 years showing individuals the authentic path to a higher life filled with happiness, success, and true love. Finley lives and teaches in Merlin, Oregon where he is Director of non-profit Life of Learning Foundation.

        

One thing that we are planning on doing this month is doing a short how to on candle making in your kitchen. With the experience that I have with this it may just turn into a how not to make candles!!!

Oils, kits and even soaps are a snap for me but candles I have really not tried. So I talked it over and the staff thought it would be a good idea to make a small series out of it. From the new candle makers point of view! Not someone that has done this over the years.

It will be foreign to me much like talking about top rated diet pills since I know little on that as well

We are planning this to come out around the last week of July. Going to take me that long to get the nerve up to do this!

        

Tomorrow will be the second total solar eclipse of 2010. The first one was on January 15th of this year one of which I do not remember at all!

Of course the news is stating that not everyone will be able to see this event. One thing is if you are one of the lucky ones is not to look directly into the sun due to possible damage to your eyes. Common sense but some people always try to do this. Much like taking diet pills without researching diet pill reviews which they should!

This is the 27th eclipse of  Saros 146  (Espenak and Meeus, 2006). The series began on 1541 Sep 19 with the first of an unusually long series of 22 partial eclipses.