"When you wake up in the morning, Pooh," said Piglet at last, "what's the first thing you say to yourself?"
"What's for breakfast?" said Pooh. "What do you say, Piglet?"
"I say, I wonder what's going to happen exciting today?" said Piglet.
Pooh nodded thoughtfully. "It's the same thing," he said.
Have an exciting day!
Love, Sister Bridget
Happy Father's Day to all Dads out there! I would like to take a moment to say a special gratitude to Parran Matt for all that he does for our Family and our House. Love You, MaPere!
"Other things may change us, but we start and end with family"
~ Anthony Brandt
Hi there-
I found this lovely poem the otherday by happenstance (um….NOT!) and read it during a ritual to Papa Legba. It felt really good when I read it, and I believe I will be using it again. I wanted to share it with you, incase it appeals to you as well. To me, this poem really grabs the heart of what Lebga is about- showing us the way to success and happiness 😉
Love,
Sister Bridget
These are the easiest cookies I have ever made! And they are chock full of coconut for Papa! They were surely a hit at my house 😉 If you get to feeling ambitious, you can drizzle a little melted chocolate on top!
2 (8 oz.) pkgs. flaked coconut
1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tsp. vanilla
Enjoy!
Sister Bridget
Hi there!
I had the coolest thing happen to me today, and I just have to share 🙂 I never, ever stop at garage sales. I always feel like I should be the one having a garage sale, not shopping at one. Anyhow, I was driving by one today, and I got the urge to stop. It was the middle of the work day, and I was pressed for time as usual, but I turned the car around and went back. I found a parking space right in front of the house. I got out and looked around, not sure exactly what I was doing there. Then I spotted it! A statue of Nino de Atocha! I was shocked to say the least….I have been looking for a statue that spoke to me for a while now, and this little fella was calling out loud and clear. I brought the statue home, cleaned it up a bit, and put it right on Legba's altar I have set up for this month's rituals. I am so happy I listened to that little voice and stopped at that sale.
Light and Love
Sister Bridget
O Miraculous Infant of Atocha!
Cast Thy merciful look upon my troubled heart, so inclined to pity. Be softened by my prayer, and grant me these favors which I ardently implore of Thee (Mention requests).
Take from me all affliction and despair, all trials and misfortunes with which I am laden. For Thy Sacred Infancy’s sake, send me now the consolation and aid and grace that I may praise Thee with the Father and Holy Ghost, forever and ever.Amen
O Divine Child of Atocha, hear my prayer and grant my petition.
Hey there!
I just tried this recipe out and it is easy AND yummy! I am going to make one for the Papa Legba ritual coming up. For a slightly different look and flavor, toast the coconut!
Hello there-
Last week I posted a few pictures of my lovely Ogoun apron made by Mambo Sam and her mother in law Eileen. Today I would like to share with you some pictures of the apron I have gotten for working with Gran Bwa. This fabric is gorgeous! I hope you enjoy the photos. For more information on the Aprons, please see www.spellmaker.com/voodoowares.htm
Light and Love
Sister Bridget
For those who partake in alternative medicine, Reiki is a powerful compliment to all therapies whether traditional or non-traditional. Whatever the case may be Reiki is a practice that can bring body, mind, and spirit into balance.
What is Reiki?
In 1922 a Buddhist monk named Mikao Usui meditated for 21 days atop Mount Kurama, Japan. It is said that during his retreat that the concept of Reiki healing was given to him through divine inspiration. Later that year he established the Usui Reiki Healing Society in Tokyo.
The name Reiki itself is made up two Japanese words. When combined these words literally translate to "guided spiritual life force energy". The energy generated by the practitioner is said to come from the divine and not the practitioner themselves.
This would mean that the energy is pure and inexhaustible. The energy transmitted during the session is also deemed "intelligent" and travels to the precise area in need of healing, even without the practitioner or recipient being aware of it.
How does Reiki work?
Reiki can be performed over the whole body or over a specific area. The practitioner can use a touching or non-touching technique, where the hands hover over the recipient's body by a few centimeters. In either case the goal is for the flow of energy to be released through the hands of the practitioner and penetrate the body of the recipient.
The length of a Reiki session lasts from 45 to 90 minutes. The practitioner's hands stay over each area of the recipient's body for 3 to 5 minutes. Reiki can either be performed traditionally with set hand positions or informally where the format is more open.
There is a second level of Reiki that allows for healing over a distance. This is accomplished by using three special symbols that aid the practitioner to connect with the recipient. This means that healing may be performed no matter the location.
Can I perform Reiki on myself?
The energy involved when performing Reiki makes it an excellent candidate for self-healing. In fact it is said that when a practitioner generates energy for a healing it enters through their crown Chakra in turn providing them with healing while healing the recipient.
The Reiki technique is simple and powerful. Practitioners attest that the concepts surrounding Reiki are so wholesome and safe that even children can learn to heal. Reiki has no side effects and can be used on anyone one in any social setting, even on plants and animals.
How can Reiki help?
Reiki is used for many types of ailments both physical and psychological. The flow of divine energy creates a chain reaction in the body that promotes healing at all levels. Reiki is a holistic approach to healing and deals with the human body, mind, and spirit as a complete system. Therefore it is effective in all arenas of healing and compliments modern medical treatments. Reiki is not promoted to replace other forms of therapies but encouraged as part of a comprehensive health strategy.
Hello!
Below are some pictures I took while fishing with Marran and Parran this Spring. Hope you enjoy them 🙂
Light and Love
Sister Bridget
Marran having a fine day!
Marran and Parran and a Fishy Friend!
Here is the little fella that I caught, being held by Parran's bother, Andrew. We threw him back (the fish, not Drew….) and he swam away to live another day 🙂
The Neighbors! A mess-o-chipmunks lived in a rock pile right next to where we were seated for the day. These little guys were quite brave and really seemed fond of rice crispy treats! They were awesome entertainment in between nibbles on the line.