Hello, my name is Don and if that seems more comfortable for you to use in any conversation, I would understand, because it does to me, as well.
I am someone new to Paganism. I’ve been a very considerate Atheist since age 12 (for 32 years). I respect a difference in opinion, belief, preference, etc. I’m very accustomed to being extraordinarily unique, I have a bachelor degree in Media Arts & Animation, and as a creator, I like to be original. Religion was always a very free topic for me at home. My parents were Agnostic in my teen years and I was offered the opportunity to choose my own religion. While one of them was adopted by a Baptist family as an infant, the other carried Native American heritage (mixed Chippewa & mixed Cherokee, neither lived like each tribe, but both respected them), among other things. I’m quite literally a mutt, but what I do know of my bloodline & heritage is mixed. My part-Chippewa grandfather collected owls and I inherited a lot of them when he passed away. I haven’t consecrated any of them, yet, though.
I’m from Michigan, USA, right in the palm. I was born in Lansing and I’ve lived in or around it my whole life, aside from moving to Novi, MI for college.
In my adulthood, I’ve recently begun to feel interested in various philosophies, but I’ve been a huge fan of Science for nearly my whole life, especially Astronomy. College really “carved it into stone.” I also have a huge interest in Archaeology and Earth’s pre-history. Anyhow, I like how free Paganism is and I still feel partial to remaining Atheist as a Neopagan, but I like the large, diverse selection of deities to find interest in. A Google search got me here. I liked what I saw, it was real warm and inviting, and I still continue to enjoy my time here.
I’m happy to be here and I hope to enjoy this time with the rest of you.
Hello and welcome I’m Tracy from England. I practice Nordic, Chaos, Traditional and Runic Witchcraft and am guided by the Norse God of Chaos Loki. Make yourself at home Lovely
Welcome @Celestiowl ! Glad you found us! I’m from Minnesota and have been practicing many different aspects of the craft for 35+ years. I currently work with chaos magick and voodoo. I do not follow any particular deity, I just request help from whoever is more appropriate for my spell or just do them without aide of a deity.
Feel free to ask questions anytime! There is always someone that can help you.
Hi, @Celestiowl! I’m Amethyst from Southern West Virginia. Welcome to the forum!
It’s nice to meet you! It’s wonderful that your family let you choose and supports you. That’s awesome! And I bet you’re going be a wonderful addition to the coven here!
If you have any questions, just ask and someone will pop up to give you a hand. I look forward to getting to know you!
Welcome to the forum! I’m Bry, one of the moderators and an Eclectic Witch. Thank you for sharing your introduction, it’s very nice to meet you
I’m glad you’ve been enjoying the site! The coven community is a very friendly one, so please make yourself right at home. We’re blessed to have you here! If you ever need any help feel free to reach out
Wishing you all the best with your magickal studies - blessed be, Don!
Make yourself comfortable, explore, and feel free to ask questions!
and welcome to the forum!
It’s nice to meet you!
and welcome home 
and magick 
always