Hello from Illinois! Originally from NY

Hi all! I’ve been reading for a while and taking the free classes, but decided to take the plunge with the 50% off deal and become a member!

I grew up Catholic and strayed pretty heavily in high school when I no longer found myself believing in the core tenets. At the time and even through college, I pushed away from organized religion since I was so indoctrinated as a child and had such a high-demand religion experience. As I grew and matured I explored other faiths and happened upon Unitarian Universalism, a multi-faith group in my area during COVID. They had an active pagan group there (not yet a CUUPs chapter, but maybe someday) and I felt welcome and for once allowed to grow in whatever path I sought. I joined the “church”. Since then I’ve been participating regularly in sabbats with the pagan group at the church and learning more about witchcraft. Who knew you could learn about witchcraft at church?!

My cultural background is French-Basque. And I feel connection to those women who were persecuted in the forests in the Basque country for witchcraft. I feel connection to folk witchcraft and traditional witchcraft although I am still learning all the different styles and paths of witchcraft, so I cannot say that is definitely where I will land.

I live alone with my one sweet protector dog :dog: , Luna, Goddess of Nightmares (yes that is her full name). She is a Dutch Shepherd and is a protector dog, literally and figuratively. So in a way, I would also say I am a solitary.

I am DEFINITELY not out of the broom :broom: closet, I’m so new. If anyone asked in public, I would say I was maybe earth-based spirituality or maybe, gasp, pagan. I went to a Intro. to Paganism at my UU Church :church: and there was a heathen and a witch/hoodoo practitioner there (a heathen and a witch walk into a bar, haha!). And I was so amazed at how open this woman was with her spirituality, “Yes I’m a witch, yes I’m in a coven.” I’m just a lot more quiet about stuff due to my public facing job, I guess? Judgement from others? I’m not sure. But I was impressed with her confidence!

I’m new to all of it, so I’m reading a lot. On Spells8, I’ve done the Wicca Self-Initiation Class and am working through the Spellcasting course as well. I’m eager to join the Spells8 Book Club as I’m an avid reader!

I enjoy regularly working with Oracle and Tarot :tarot_card:. Oracle is easier for me, but I’m learning more bit by bit tarot. I’ve found Llewellyn’s Little Book of Witchcraft to be handy so far for some basics about witchcraft and I’m eager to learn more. I’ve done a few basic spells :consecrate_spell: (protection, abundance, intuition) with good results. One of my big goals in 2024 is to work on building a regular meditation practice.

I have a pile of books :green_book: to read and I know there are many great resources on this site. With learning even more through interactions with each of you I’m sure!

I’m excited to join this community and continue my journey with the craft. Merry meet.

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Welcome I’m Devenne a witch from Indiana. I love nature , animals, magick, and this path. I hope you enjoy it here. Feel free to jump in

Blessed be :sparkling_heart:

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Hello from Archer heights Chicago glad to see someone here from IL other then me

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Hi, @BlueAngelite! I’m Amethyst from Southern West Virginia. Welcome to the forum! :infinite_roots:

It’s great to have you here! You’re gonna fit right in I think. I’m an Eclectic Wiccan who likes candle magic and chants along with tarot. I also have a pile of books I haven’t read yet, and I seem to keep adding more. LOL!

If you have any questions, ask, and someone will pop up to help you out! I look forward to getting to know you!

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Hello and welcome I’m Tracy from England I follow Loki and practice chaos Magick (and general chaos :rofl:). Make yourself at home Lovely :green_heart:

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Merry meet!

I’m Kat and am currently located in North Carolina. I found the practice over 20 years ago but lost my way for a while. I found my way home a couple of years ago and shortly thereafter found this amazing group of people!! I am a fairly eclectic Green witch with a deep interest in tarot, runes, herbalism, and moon magic. My deities are Artemis (she’s been with me since the beginning) and Hekate, a recent guide in my life.

We’re glad to have you here. :purple_heart: Make yourself comfortable, explore, and feel free to ask questions!

:herb: :bow_and_arrow: :hekate_wheel: :crescent_moon:

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Welcome to the forum @BlueAngelite :wave:

My name is Megan and I’m one of the moderators here at Spells8 :two_hearts: its nice to meet you!

I’m an eclectic witch and Celtic pagan - you’ll find all different types of people and practices here! I’ve been to a UU service a few times but never went further than that. I’m glad you had a positive experience there with them. A positive experience is the perfect environment for learnijg new things!

I look forward to seeing you around. Please feel free to make yourself at home!

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Thank you for the warm welcomes, everyone! :slightly_smiling_face:

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Hello @BlueAngelite,

Hope you don’t mind if I jump on the welcome wagon too! I’m Bry, another of the moderators here in the forum and an Eclectic Witch- just wanted to say that it’s a pleasure to meet you! Thank you for sharing your lovely introduction :blush:

Luna sounds amazing- what a wonderful companion and protector! May she continue to watch over you and keep you safe :dog: :smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

Make yourself at home here! Blessed be :sparkles:

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@BryWisteria


Here is a little pic of Luna, my faithful companion, from the summer time with the daylilies. :dog: :heart:

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I love your dog. :green_heart:

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This is a great pic, @BlueAngelite! I don’t know which is more beautiful- the pretty flowers or your charming protector friend :heart: :bouquet: :dog:

Please say hi to Luna for me! :smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

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Thank you @tracyS

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Hello :hugs: and welcome home :infinite_roots: @BlueAngelite

It’s nice to meet you, Natalie! My name is Marsha, and I am an Eclectic Solitary Witch, from Colorado. I was also raised as a Christian! I’m also in the closet! There are a lot of us here! You will fit right in! Welcome to the family! :people_hugging:

With love :heart: and magick :dizzy: always

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Thanks @marsha !

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@ BlueAngelite welcome to the family!

My name is Airram and I am from Greece
I’m glad you’re here!
your dog is very beautiful!

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