My Silver Wiccaversary!

[vulgarweed]

Blessed Beltane to all of you.

This Beltane is very special to me:

On Beltane Eve 1990, 25 years ago tonight, I was initiated as a Pagan and Witch into White Horse Coven of Yellow Springs, Ohio. I was 20 years old at the time.

I want to take this opportunity to say that I still believe that I chose the right religious path for me, way back then. I still identify as Wiccan/Pagan. I am still sure in my heart that I’m exactly where I belong.

I am so grateful for everyone I worked with then (some of whom are Livejournal friends right here now. :D) I am grateful for every opportunity I had to learn, and for all opportunities to learn, wherever they happen.

This is my statement tonight:

I reaffirm the same vows I made that night in front of my dearest friends, in front of my coven, in front of my ancestors, and in front of the Gods. For all the rest of my life, I desire most of all to be the best Pagan and Witch that I can be. I wish to continue learning just how deep "'an you harm none" goes (very deep indeed. It's a constant challenge to keep learning how to identify harmful behaviors and stop them, and stand up to harm when I see it, and for every action I take or decide not to take, consider how my action or inaction might harm others). I wish to continue learning how to attune with the land, and to speak for the truly voiceless. I wish to continue maneuvering myself into a position where I have more power to help others who need help. I wish to become a stronger fighter, a clearer listener, a more disciplined wordsmith, a kinder helper, a more patient caretaker, a braver traveler. I desire these things in the service of the Lord and Lady, who are the beauty of the sky and the life-force of the land.

So mote it be.

Comments

[thrihyrne.livejournal.com]

What a beautiful testament to your beliefs and path. May the blessings be! :)

[vulgarweed.livejournal.com]

Thank you, my dear. All blessings to you as well.