Tag: vodou

  • Thought for today…

    Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who
    looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.

      -Carl Jung

    Butterfly

  • A thought from Jimmy Dean….

          “I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.”

                    ~~~~ Jimmy Dean

    Isn't that what spellwork is all about?

    And you thought he just made sausage!

    Light and Love,

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  • Great motivational song — Working on a Dream.

    Hey there!

    Following in the fine footsteps of my dear Sister DJ Candi, I am posting the lyrics to this great song the I heard the other day. Its not so much a song to be used during spellwork, but one to be used before beginning session, to help get you revved up and your energy lifted. Its also a great song to play while driving with the windows down on a warm summer day!

    Working On A Dream by Bruce Springsteen

    Out here the nights are long, the days are lonely
    I think of you and I'm working on a dream
    I'm working on a dream

    Now the cards I've drawn's a rough hand, darling
    I straighten the back and I'm working on a dream
    I'm working on a dream

    Come on!

    I'm working on a dream
    Though sometimes it feels so far away
    I'm working on a dream
    And I know it will be mine someday

    Rain pourin' down, I swing my hammer
    My hands are rough from working on a dream
    I'm working on a dream

    Let's go!

    I'm working on a dream
    Though trouble can feel like it's here to stay
    I'm working on a dream
    Well our love will chase trouble away

    Alright!

    [whistling interlude]
    That's professional whistling right there!

    I'm working on a dream
    Though it can feel so far away
    I'm working on a dream
    Our love will make it real someday

    The sun rise up, I climb the ladder
    The new day breaks and I'm working on a dream
    I'm working on a dream
    I'm working on a dream
    I'm working on a dream

    Hey!

    I'm working on a dream
    Though it can feel so far away
    I'm working on a dream
    Our love will make it real someday
    I'm working on a dream
    Though it can feel so far away
    I'm working on a dream
    And our love will make it real someday

    S

  • Take time to……..

    This poem goes right hand in hand with what is happenin' over on Mambo Sam's blog. I hope you enjoy it and are doing well with Mambo's exercises~

     

    Take time to…. by Anon.

    Take time to think; it is the source of power.
    Take time to need; it is the foundation of wisdom
     
    Take time to play; it is the secret of staying young.
    Take time to be quiet; it is the opportunity to seek thy soul.
     
    Take time to be aware; it is the opportunity to help others.
    Take time to love and be loved; it is God's greatest gift.
     
    Take time to laugh; it is the music of the soul.
    Take time to be friendly; it is the road to happiness.
     
    Take time to dream; it is what the future is made of.

    Take time to meditate; it is the greatest power on earth.

     

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  • New Photos Posted!

    Hey There!

    I just uploaded some pictures I took of my altars from the Papa Legba Rituals that the Spellmaker Family performed for their clients this past June, 2009! Click on the link in the left hand column of this page 😉 or by clicking here.

    You can read more about Papa and the unique Spellmaker line of products dedicated to Papa Legba at www.spellmaker.com/legba.htm These products have been especially formulated by Mambo Sam for our ddearest Papa – they can not be found anywhere else!

    Hope you all are doing well, and thank you for stopping by!

    Light and Love

    Sister Bridget

    Legba

  • Something to think about………..

    “Whenever you're in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is attitude.”

     

    ~~~~ William James

     

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  • Quote for the day.

    Soul-mates are people who bring out the best in you.  They are not perfect but are always perfect for you.  ~Author Unknown

    Superman 

    Happy Sunday, All!

    Love,

    Sister Bridget

  • Thought for the day.

    If you were going to die soon and had only one phone call you could make, who would you call and what would you say?  And why are you waiting?  ~Stephen Levine

    Please comment if you like and share your reflections on this thought…..

    Love,

    Sister Bridget

    Strength

  • The Journey to Love.

    Hey there!

    Here is a lovely story from the relationship site I have read many articles on: http://www.relationship-institute.com I found this story very moving. It is almost like a parable. I would VERY MUCH like to hear your take on this and what this story meant to you – what was your take home message from this? Please do post your comments!

    Light and Love

    Sister Bridget Corfield

    The Journey to Love
     
    One fine summer's day a handsome young man named Dick and a beautiful young woman named Jane met and decided to go on a trip together.  They had heard of a miraculous place called Love, where they would feel the most magical and wonderful feelings they had ever felt, where all of their deepest dreams and desires would be fulfilled, and where they would live happily ever after. Since they weren't sure where Love was, they went to a travel agent to ask for directions. The travel agent took their money and led them to a special shimmering spiral path that got higher yet deeper with every step.  "Have fun, my dears! And oh yes, you may skip if you like!" Dick grabbed Jane's hand and they skipped around the spiral, laughing and singing as they went.
     
    Suddenly their euphoria was interrupted by a bedraggled older man crawling on his hands and knees. "Go back! Go back while you still can! Don't go any further! I lost everything I had in Love!"
     
    What an odd, strange man thought Dick and Jane. Whatever was he talking about? How could you possibly lose anything in Love? He was just too peculiar to take seriously, so they skipped right by him, their singing drowning out his pathetic, pleading voice.
     
    The sun was shining brilliantly, and fragrant wildflowers were blooming abundantly all around them as they merrily skipped along the path to Love. 
     
    They soon came upon a middle-aged couple, walking slowly toward them. The couple walked about fifteen feet apart yet in some grotesque way seemed to be walking together, though curiously their eyes never met. Each looked bored, apathetic, even depressed. Their bodies were alive but their souls seemed to have died a long, long time ago.
     
    Dick smiled and greeted the couple. "Lovely day, isn't it?" he beamed. No response, just a dull blank stare. Jane took up the cause. "Have you been to Love?" The woman raised her eyebrows slightly. The question seemed to bring a faint smile to her lips. She nodded her head weakly but said nothing. The man was now walking ahead of her.
     
    Dick and Jane held each tighter, then laughed a nervous giggle. Their exuberance clearly a decibel lower, they shrugged their shoulders and moved on. They KNEW that Love was the most wonderful place in the whole wide world. They congratulated themselves on their great judgment, and expressed sadness that not all couples were as smart as they.
     
    The terrain became a bit steeper, and a few clouds began to appear in the sky as a smiling, handsome, charismatic man walked toward them. "Hello fine sir," Dick said. "Have you been to Love?"  "Oh yes, it's a wonderful place indeed!" Relieved, Jane said, "Oh that's great to hear because we've met a few quirky people who didn't seem to really like Love that much." The man continued. "Well, to tell you the truth, I never go past this point myself. I can't see a good reason to go any farther. But I do enjoy the journey from the beginning to here so much, I just keep going back and doing it over and over again. I love Love!"
     
    Dick looked puzzled. "But is this Love? Are we there yet? The path continues as far as I can see!" The man laughed loudly. "No you're right, technically you're not even close to Love. But hey, don't get hung up on details. Come back to the beginning with me. Start all over again with someone new. The weather's always great and the scenery is gorgeous!"
     
    Dick was tempted, but Jane insisted they go on. After all, they were different than all the others. They KNEW what Love was and how to get there. And she certainly didn't want to go to Love with anyone other than Dick. 
    Soon the skies grew dark and menacing, and an intense thunderstorm filled the sky with sound and fury. They desperately looked for shelter. A friendly couple appeared out of nowhere, who offered them an umbrella and invited them into a dry cave to share some tea and conversation. Dick and Jane instantly felt safe and open with this warm and engaging couple. They realized the man was blind, and they felt sorry for him. Yet he seemed so happy! And he radiated the calm aura of one who can see the deepest truth in any situation.
     
    "Have you two been to Love?" Jane asked. The man laughed. "Oh yes, in fact we're there right now! But it's a long journey, you see, and you must be prepared." Dick responded. "What do you mean prepared? We were just told to follow this path." The blind man went on. "Well for any journey to be safe and successful, be it to Love, Chicago or Tibet, you need a trusty road map and guidebook, to benefit from the learnings of those who have gone before you; you need a reliable vehicle to get you there; you need people you can call for help if you should get sick or break down before reaching your destination; and you need enough extra supplies to protect you so you'll survive when the going gets rough. Do you have these things?" A twinkle seemed to emanate from his eye.
     
    Jane stammered. "Well, we…I mean we sort of…" Dick jumped in. "Oh yes, we're very ready for this journey."
     
    The blind man smiled as the sky began to clear. "Well good then. Because if you're prepared, the journey to Love will be the most wonderful journey of your life. I wish you all the best." He extended his hands outward. They embraced for a long moment, and Jane thanked the couple for their kindness. Dick opened the umbrella, grabbed Jane's hand, and together they headed out into the light rain. Without saying a word, perfectly in sync, they turned and slowly began walking back, back down the path together, gently squeezing their interlocked hands.

  • You have the ability to make someone’s day!

    There's one sad truth in life I've found
    While journeying east and west –
    The only folks we really wound
    Are those we love the best.
    We flatter those we scarcely know,
    We please the fleeting guest,
    And deal full many a thoughtless blow
    To those who love us best.
    ~Ella Wheeler Wilcox

    So, what are you waiting for ????? Do something nice for someone you love today!

    (and if it is your HD run it past your caseworker first!)

    Light and Love

    Sister Bridget

    Hearthand