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what is on your "to be" list?

Good evening everyone!

I am a list maker. I have to be, because I work, and I work A LOT. If something isn't on my list, it certainly can fall by the wayside. I can certainly get caught up in the day to day stuff, and because of this, I can lose focus on the person that I would like to be.

So, I found it fascinating when I heard about a "to be" list. Well....what is a "to be" list? Well, it is how to keep you on track when the day to day stuff bogs you down. By doing this, I have learned that sometimes things on your "to-do" list are not as important as you thought they were. I realized there are a lot of things that I've wanted in my life that I kind of strayed from.

...the thing I have been working on is getting back to my love of reading! I have made the choice to turn the TV off more often, and just go read.

What is on your "to be" list?!

Love and Light,

Khouzhan Delilah

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Picking the Battle

Thank you to everyone who honored General Ogoun with us in last Thursday's online ritual! There was a petition that was repeated by several people- to have the strength to control ourselves and our behavior. Even though we may be feeling a great deal of anger or other negative emotions, we do not have to lash out in the heat of the moment. 

This isn't to say we should avoid dealing with our emotions. However, we can and must pick our battles wisely. General Ogoun is not known for being cautious- but, as a lwa who rules iron, tools, weaponsmithing, he knows that force should be applied where it will be most efficacious- instead of just wasted energy. Recently, I had an interaction in which I was tempted to lose my temper. However, I knew that it would not solve anything and would even have a negative impact. It was only with General Ogoun's help that I was able to find the strength to control myself and ask, "Is this the best method with which to fight this battle?" 

General Ogoun can bring power, strength, and victory to us in many ways! If you would like to become closer/work more with Ogoun Feraille, I heartily recommend Spellmaker's Ogoun's Fire and Iron Ritual Pack!

Love,
Brother Menfò
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There's no such thing as a lost soul.

There's no such thing as a lost soul. I know where they are, and everyone makes it home. Thanks for caring,     The Universe Love, Khouzhan Kat

Rose Quartz and a Charm...A True Love Story!!!

Rose Quartz is of course one of the most beautiful quartz of its kind.  It is used in all different kinds of jewelry it is even a pantone color.  This pastel beauty also has many qualities that are not seen by the naked eye. 

It has the ability to lure love.  Having a magnetic quality that attracts like a love potion, it is perfect to wear or carry in combination with an Erzulie Freda love charm from www.spellmaker.com. 

During the day when you are away from your spell work and adjunct work, this powerful combination is strong and makes your attraction stronger.

An added benefit to the Rose Quartz it enhances your skin too. 

You can find rose quartz in hobby shops and craft store.  You can find consecrated Erzulie Freda charm and bracelet on www.spellmaker.com in the magic charm area.

Love and best wishes for true love, Khouzhan Ann

 

 

Something I Wanted to Share

Dreams come true, that's what they do. The only variable is when.

For the slow approach: Resist. Attach. Insist. Deny. Stop. Second guess. Whine. Argue. Defend. Protest. Cry. Struggle. And ask others, when you know the answer yourself.

For the quick approach: Visualize. Pretend. Prepare. Dodge. Roll. Serpentine. Do not waiver over intentions, but over methods. Show up, even when nothing happens. And give thanks in advance

Love

Khouzhan Kat

Online Spellmaker Spiritual Power Group Ritual Tonight!

This is a reminder that our next ritual will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2013 9 PM Eastern time, 8 PM Central, 7 PM Mountain, 6 PM Pacific to honor General Ogoun Feraille. Please visit http://www.spellmaker.com/prayer.htm for more information on the attending the ritual and how you can send in prayer requests to prayforme@spellmaker.com to be read during the ritual.

Peace and Love,

Khouzhan Tristan

Instant Ancestors

Instant Ancestors — that's what we used to call the old photos for sale in antique stores. I like to look at them for the fashions. It made me wonder, though, how they ended up for sale. I'm always excited to see photos and get information on my own ancestors, so it's hard to imagine someone giving up their own family items. Of course, they could be from the estate of someone with no known relatives. But there are those who dispose of photos because they have no interest in them, and assume no other family member will, either. A friend of mine has quite a few of these photos, and often finds collections including letters and other documents. Sometimes these elements come from other sources and she pieces together aspects of a person's life. I'm really in awe of that. She's a novelist, and goes further by using them as a framework for characters in her stories. The names are changed to protect the innocent, of course. I like to think that, when reading her novels, people will develop an interest in their own ancestors, and maybe keep the photos and stories to share with their own families. It may mean fewer items available for my friend to buy, but there seem to be plenty to go around. I also like to think that the novels can honor these forgotten people to some extent. We might or might not know their real names, but still can enjoy a smile, a gesture, their best dress or military uniform.  Love, Khouzhan Lucy www.Spellmaker.com

Influence of Ogoun

Teenagers are great! I was talking to my friend's son the other day, and he has an interesting hobby. The funny thing is, teenagers sometimes are wary that an adult is patronizing rather than actually interested in a topic. But I was asking a lot of questions and learned quite a lot from him. He collects antique knives and tools and has learned to sharpen them. Including machetes! 

A machete is a good item to have when serving Ogoun. It becomes "his" machete, and I can get into his power when I handle it. I can dance with it or make chopping motions as I "heat up" with Ogoun. One of my favorite things to do, though, is to sit and sharpen the machete as a meditation, a quiet way to serve Ogoun, a time to contemplate a situation and ask for help in making a plan.

The sharpening stone I use came with oil, but I would usually use a few drops of the oil that came with Sister Bridget's lamp ritual to Ogoun. The oil helps keep the motion smooth, and contains the microscopic bits of metal that come off when sharpening something. I found, though, that when the oil dries afterward it can become a bit gummy. (I was able to remove it by soaking the stone and scrubbing it.) The gummy oil will fill in the spaces on the stone and make it less effective.

What I learned about from the friend is waterstones. Usually from Japan, they are used with water instead of oil, and are easier to clean. I don't have one yet (they are kind of expensive) but I think I will try water on my stone for now. I can still use the lamp oil to shine up the blade afterward.

A note of caution, give something to Ogoun before you sharpen your machete. If you accidentally cut yourself, you can direct him to the food, because you don't want to give him your own blood. Ogoun likes raw or rare meat, but vegans do not despair! He also likes hot peppers and mangoes. And rum! The warrior loves his rum!

Please join us for a public, online ritual to Ogoun in just a few days, Thursday July 25th, at 9 PM Eastern time, 8 Central, 7 Mountain, and 6 PM Pacific. See the link for details. Send in your prayer requests if you wish, help others with your prayers, and get to know Ogoun better.

Love, Khouzhan Lucy

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Song for Erzulie Dantor

Erzulie-dantor

Erzulie Dantor is a strong, hard-working lwa with great power. This is a Haitian song that honors her. The lwa love when they are honored with music and singing- so feel free to sing this to honor Erzulie Dantor!

 Haitian Creole:

Erzulie famn Ti Jean matres kay la

Erzulie famn Ti Jean matres kay la

Pa rele, se ou pote Houngan nivo

Pa rele, se ou pote wanga pi fou

Erzulie famn Ti Jean matres kay la, paquet mwen tout mare.

English:

Erzulie, wife of Ti Jean, Mistress of the House

Erzulie, wife of Ti Jean, Mistress of the House

Don’t cry out, it’s you who carries the new Houngan

Don’t cry out, it’s you who caries the stronger wanga

Erzulie, wife of Ti Jean, Mistress of the house

My paquets are all tied up.

Love,

Brother Menfò
www.spellmaker.com

Attract Love to Me...

It is another Saturday and all the laundry is done, your bills are paid and you have caught up on your favorite programs.  Now what, you are not currently dating anyone and have no plans for the rest of the day or tonight.  Well it is time to change that.

www.spellmaker.com can help you with that.  “Attract Love to Me” spell kit is an effective way to attract love and friendship.  You will attract the person or people who are supposed to be in your life that will make you happy and fulfilled.

This spell can also help with work and social situations.  Your petitions and the LWA hold all the answers.  Don’t forget there is plenty of candle work that can help with your wishes.

Enjoy your new social life, xoxo Khouzhan Ann