Simply Witchyhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.comQuick BlogcastChanging Hosting Companyhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/16/changing-hosting-company.aspx?ref=rssPhentermine this company that I have been with for years is not all that it is cracked up to be.

For one thing there are times when the blog does not load. Or so slow that it is even unbearable even to me. Shows errors that should not be there. This past weekend really convinced me that I was doing the right thing.

I know that the switching of posts is going to take a while but you know it is going to be worth it in the long run!
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-16T15:11:29ZEntre Card & Droppinghttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/16/entre-card--dropping.aspx?ref=rsslinear motion and going on has really not worked very well.

Having to adjust my schedule there were a few things that had to either be stopped or cut way back. With that being said I have devised a workable schedule to drop on all those sites that I dearly enjoy. Drops will be made three to four times a week. Weekdays seem to be the best as I am up at the crack of dawn and enjoy reading the blogs that I visit early.

Drops will be from 175-300 depending on the mood and time that I have and am in

Thank you for those that understand and continue to drop
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-16T15:03:52ZFit For The Holidayshttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/16/fit-for-the-holidays.aspx?ref=rssfemale fat burner this holiday season? Preparing for the holiday pig out fest you might be thinking about how to maintain your weight.

Instead of starting the starvation diet how about thinking about remaining on the fitness regime that you might be on right now? Or stepping it up a little bit more so you can eat those tasty morsels that will tempt you to over indulge in.

Eating in moderation and exercise should be the main thing that you are doing all year round. If you are doing this eating a little more of something high in calories will not throw you off very much. This does not mean that you should eat everything and anything that you see. Just remain watching what you are eating and keeping that exercise up should help.


]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-16T14:43:48ZHow Do You Celebrate Yule?http://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/16/how-do-you-celebrate-yule.aspx?ref=rss
We really want an over view of celebrations to share with our readers. Does not matter if you celebrate by buying new Nikon rifle scopes to a new stocking, just what it is you do.

Each year the staff also shares what they do. Since this year we have two new staff members it should be interesting to learn how they celebrate the Yule!

If you wish to share yours, please let us know.


]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-16T14:34:51ZNovember Issue Nearly Finishedhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/16/november-issue-nearly-finished.aspx?ref=rsshome theater seating that we have here. No, we have been busy making sure that the November issue will go out on time.

There was a little hitch in our come along but that was (or at least hoping so) fixed. One of our staff members got ill and their article was not written. Luckily we do have articles on hold by either the staff or by those that have sent in to us.

With that being taken care of the issue seems to be on schedule. Mailings should be towards the last week of this month. Another notice will be sent out when it has been sent to all subscribers.
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-16T14:24:29ZShort Announcementhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/11/short-announcement.aspx?ref=rss
All applications will be held for 6 months in case there is an opening in the future.

Thank you from the main office to all those that sent applications.

There were so many great people it is a shame only one could be chosen
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-11T22:48:03ZButterfly Awardhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/10/butterfly-award.aspx?ref=rss

I know that I am really late on this one but I wanted to thank Everyday Living
for giving the Simple Witch this award.

Now it was given in mid October and I kept putting it off so finally here it is! I know that we are supposed to hand the reward back so here are the sites that I am giving it to:


Pandora's Casket

First Tyme Mom

Shainakins

West of Mars

No Weeping Allowed

Raging Rev

So if you see your name here, congrats to you. I will attempt tomorrow to leave the comments on your blogs to notify you properly!
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-10T17:51:46ZCheck Your Internet Speedhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/10/check-your-internet-speed.aspx?ref=rssInternet Services that are available to you. I did all the tests and we were slow only in one area (or so I think). Yet in all other comparisons we faired pretty well. Receiving three stars on most of the tests. I also checked the other available prices for internet services for our area as well.

With the services on Digital Landing you now will know if you are getting not only the best, fastest internet services but the best prices as well.

There is so much information on this site for a person to read. It is all in easy to understand language that even the person with no knowledge at is able to understand.

If you want to check the speed or prices then this is certainly the site you should visit. I know that I was glad that I checked!
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-10T16:56:59ZWhat A Nice Surprisehttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/10/what-a-nice-surprise.aspx?ref=rss To my surprise this afternoon I received Laura Stamps new book, Call of the Witches. This book, the third in the series, is supposed to be hotter than ever. Hot steamy and mildly erotic. (Oh you naughty girl!)

Another surprise was while reading the back of the book with the reviews and short description of the book was to see my name and The Simple Witch printed with the review (partial) that we did on her second book. I was thrilled!

The book came on a dreary, work over loaded afternoon so it was a ray of sunshine to see. It was as though she had this planned for the book to arrive on a Monday!

Everyone that knows me knows how I enjoy Ms. Stamps books.

Of course once finished expect to see the review both in print and our sites.

Guess what I am curling up with this evening? ]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-10T16:06:16ZWe Couldn't Waithttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/10/we-couldnt-wait.aspx?ref=rss
The publishing company has sent us some great books that have just been released so look for more reviews that are simply enchanting


wiccahandbook

The Wicca Handbook
Author: Eileen Holland
ISBN: 978-1-57863-438-5
Pub. Date: October 2008
Price: $16.95
Soft Cover
320 Pages
URL: Wicca Handbook


There are so many books written for the Wiccan to read. Have you been searching for a book that has the information on the topics that you are interested in? Especially if you are new to the path, you need, or rather want to gain as much information on the basics. Such as tools, elements, invocations and much more. Yet a lot of books leave you hanging to dry only giving you short descriptions of what you need to start out with.


Not so with the Wicca Handbook. This has chapter after chapter of resource material that you need. Answers to your questions on Witchcraft or Wicca so it covers that basics for you.


Often time these individuals that are in dire need of answers can not find them. Many are solitaires and have no one to rely upon for answers. Opening this book, flipping the pages they will find their answers.


Ms. Holland has written this book in clear and concise guide for all to read. Making the writing personal not impersonal as many I have read. She has written in such a manner that it makes you feel as though she is talking directly to you, nearly in the same room. Which I found refreshing.


Starting with a sincere forward by Raymond Buckland, the book allows the reader to travel into the world of the Wiccan finding the ways easily explained.


Chapter by chapter I found it a wealth of information not only for the novice but a refresher for the saged practioner as well. Truthfully, I found a few chapters that I had forgotten about and it was nice to have my memory jogged once again.


I particularly enjoyed the chapter on Blue Justice. Along with the tell all personal side the working that was presented was one in which I have not ever seen.


I urge readers to add this to their book collections. As this is surely a handbook that from page to page will be well used.


And yes there are spells inside for those that find this important!


From one reader to the next I recommend this book to all. I wil be placing this on my student book list as well.]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-10T12:42:27ZUpdates & November Issue Topicshttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/09/updates--november-issue-topics.aspx?ref=rss
Turning to this months issue there are many great articles, which will of course be on the topic of thanks as was discussed earlier. Along with those thankful articles you will find also:

Them Bones: What To Do With The Turkey Bones
In Review: The Wicca Handbook
Giving Thanks: A Personal Look Through the Eyes of a Solitare
Simple Dressing
Altar Decorating Tips For November
A Simply Enchanting Thanksgiving Ritual
News Updates
Site Search: Who Did We Find?

And more!

These are just a few of the article titles that will be in the November issue that is being worked on this month.
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-09T07:39:08ZTis The Seasonhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/06/tis-the-season.aspx?ref=rsstactical pants. With the pockets that he stuff lord knows what in he nearly lives in them in the Fall and Winter

This year I looked around at the prices and with everything else they have raised. Yet finding these at the Operator Tactical site they were nearly the same price I found all through the year! I was thrilled. Guess what I am buying? You got!]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-06T16:00:02ZNovember Topicshttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/11/04/november-topics.aspx?ref=rss
November topics for the issue are sizzling hot. We have some wonderful books that the publishing company sent us. I was a little more impressed with the books that were sent, so I am confident that our readers after reading the reviews will want to add them to their own book collections.

The main theme of the November issue will be on Thanks. Feeling that an entire month of finding helpful and simple ways to either give thanks or receive thanks that come our way.

Of course, the staff has already begun thoughts and discussions on the Yule issue. Another of our personal favorites to publish!

Anyone that wishes to submit an article may do so before November 20th
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-11-04T06:05:13ZFor The Birdshttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/10/28/for-the-birds.aspx?ref=rss
In looking for a replacement I wanted to find something that was unique in the way in which it is constructed. Finding normal looking plastic hummingbird feeders is something that you can find all over. Yet I would rather have something that when we look at it out our window it wows us.

While browsing at the numerous feeders on the site Bird Feeders I found many that would fit the bill perfectly for our yard and as our eye candy. One that I absolutely fell in love with is called the Birdscapes® Garden Ballet™ Small Hummingbird Feeder Mobile.
 

When the winds are blowing this would be so pretty to look at. Not to mention seeing the birds as they sway a long with the feeder in obtaining their treats.

This particular feeder has the qualities that I have been looking for such as:

30 oz. total nectar capacity
3 rugged tempered glass nectar containers
Easy to fill and clean

You can't ask for anything better than that! Of course I will have to remember to remove it when the harsh winds start back in. I have sent this site along with the link to my daughters as a Christmas gift idea for me

So if you are looking for a unique and well made Humming Bird feeder you might take a peek at the different designs that they have. There are Retro to Contemporary designs for you to consider. All reasonably priced for your pocket book!
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-10-28T18:20:12ZJoin The Stone Circlehttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/10/24/join-the-stone-circle.aspx?ref=rssJoin Pagans from many paths & many places in sending crystals, rocks,
pebbles, or other types of stones to the Stone Circle at Circle Sanctuary
Nature Preserve in south central Wisconsin.

The Stone Circle is growing as part of the celebration of the 25th
Anniversary of Circle’s land.

Stones will be added in ceremonies at Samhain and at Yule.

Mail stones: Stone Circle, Circle, Box 9, Barneveld, WI 53507

Include where each stone you send is from and your contact information.

Posted on 10/25/2008 at 2:17 am by Mistress Ravenfyre

]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-10-24T19:20:44ZPhoto Calendars For Christmas Giftshttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/10/23/photo-calendars-for-christmas-gifts.aspx?ref=rss
This year, my youngest is having Photo Calendars printed with herself and Jeremy. Since this is his first Christmas the calendars will be treasured for years and years to come.

Since Vista Print has been used numerous times in our household for business cards to stamps, this was the first place that she thought of to get these printed at. With their easy to use site generating all types of personalized gifts, cards, or you name it is a snap. Giving you complete and easy to understand instructions on anything that you are doing. I think that is one of the reasons that I started using them years ago. Each time I ordered business cards or other stationary that I needed it turned out perfectly. Quality work and paper at a very low reasonable cost. Whenever I need something printed I try to utilize their site. I know what to expect from them and that is nearly the best.

If you are looking for something that is unique for someone a photo calendar might be just the right gift for them. Maybe they have a favorite snap shot. Or a picture of a beloved pet that you could use. That would make me smile seeing my Star Cracker on a calendar.

Whatever you think that they might like to see all year round would be the perfect gift idea.

Oh, another thing I would like to point out. Shipping services are usually speedy. The turn around time has always been good for my purchases.

No matter what you are looking for, business or personal, Vista Print may be just what you are looking for in your printed items that you need.
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-10-23T16:09:36ZPublication Ready For Distributionhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/10/23/publication-ready-for-distribution.aspx?ref=rss
What a great issue this has been. I think that it actually surpasses last years issue that was published.

We all had great times throwing back and forth ideas for our valued readers. Some made it in the publication while sad to say others I just could not justify putting in.

Now, with that being said guess what? It's time for working on the November issue!!!!!!!!!!
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-10-23T15:37:54ZJewelry: Out Or In?http://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/10/19/jewelry-out-or-in.aspx?ref=rss
Actually there is no right or wrong way to wear your jewelry. Yet it is a rule of thumb that you should not let anyone touch your jewelry if it is worn on the outside. You do not want another's energy good or bad to be imprinted or the worse case they are an empath wanting to know something about you for a purpose that is not in your best interest. Yes, people do that.

I was taught that for special pieces of jewelry that was charged with various tasks to wear it tucked under my clothing that way nobody would see it nor take the chance in touching. I do have jewelry that I wear on the outside and preventing touching has become second nature to me.

Usually a nice little manifestation has already been placed on the item. Where it is seen but not seen. Cloaked by the normal persons sight. For those pieces that I have not done this to, or for those in the occult that have the ability to see through cloaking a slight hand movement is only needed. It is a non intrusive mannerism that you can practice by a gentle move of your hand to theirs.

Or you could say something like you would prefer that they not touch the necklace, ring whatever it is. Usually people just look a little oddly at you then nod like OK.

You may opt for the pentagram jewelry that is on the opposite side of the item. Such as a ring with a stone on top and the pentagram either on the sides or underneath the stone. Nobody sees it.

A necklace that the main design is on the front and the reverse has the pentagram on it. Never to be seen yet worn in the open. I have a beautiful onyx sterling setting necklace that I have had for many years that has the pentagram on the reverse side. I do get a lot of looks and compliments as it is beautiful. Never would they guess what is on the other side!
I rarely if ever wear the ring I do not like it that well but if I am passing out holiday appetizers and people look at my ring they think that the pentagram is just a design as it is so small on each side.

No matter how you wear your jewelry is up to you. Just try not to have it touched by others.
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-10-19T19:34:11ZEntre Card Thank Youhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/10/19/entre-card-thank-you.aspx?ref=rss

The past week with being sick I do not really remember dropping very much. Although I did try my body and mind was saying OH HECK NO!


So there went the drops. Today I have tried and tried to finish dropping all three of the sites fully. Especially on those regulars that dropped faithfully and did not miss a beat. Thank you for that! At least I won't have to take any Leptovox to handle anything that I might be feeling on the stress of being behind in nearly everything and anything!

Starting Monday all should go back to normal with the normal drops in the wee hours of the morning getting every drop dropped.

Thanks again!
]]>MistressRavenfyre2008-10-19T19:18:13ZThe Ninja Kittenhttp://witchyworkings.thesimplewitch.com/2008/10/19/the-ninja-kitten.aspx?ref=rss
So cats are not in short supply here at all. We feed a lot of them as they come over and look terrible at times. Our neighbors do the same thing so we have a lot of them going to house to house much like trick or treating all year round. haha

There are a few that we all have adopted. Naming them and keeping a watch out for them. We have one cat that is an out door in door cat. She had a litter of kittens actually two. One died and so the other one was an only kitten. Now this little orange tabby is hilarious. It figured out how to get into the house. We looked all over the place and there is no way open for any of the animals to get in or out. But this little darling does.

You put it out with its mom and bam there it is sitting on the couch or curled up by the fridge. It has made its mind up that it belongs in the house and we have no say about it at all.


Now that it is no where near swimsuit weather we are winterizing the front area of our enclosed outside patio. This is where the outside animals that know come in and sleep and stay warm when it is snowy out. Food water and blankets for them. Usually they are pretty well behaved so no problems.

What of the little orange tabby kitten? I felt sorry for the little guy tonight sitting in a corner as our cats ignore it. It looked so pathetic sitting there alone. I took it up to my room, gave him or her some frontline plus and checked it out for anything else that it might need. Ninja has a home.

Now the funny thing is I put it on the floor and walked away. The little monster jumped up on my chair in front of the computer and made itself at home. I laughed as that is what the others do. Move your feet, loose your seat.
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