Hi everyone! My name is Juniperluna and I am an eclectic witch from Maine, USA. I am an artist, I have ESP, and I identify as a sensitive. I’m a mother of three daughters. My ancestors guided me to witchcraft. My parents were Roman Catholic and by the time I was 7 years old, I knew I was not. I didn’t know about Paganism yet at 7 but I learned some of my ancestors were native American and pagans from europe, from then on I felt like I was like them, not like my immediate family. I have always struggled with finding a place among people where I fit. I guess I was just more complex, but it made me feel alienated so I began using drugs to escape the feelings of other’s and the intrusive thoughts of everyone else around me. I almost lost myself, my life. Luckily, I found recovery in time to save myself, and found like minded people within that group of recovering addicts. Today, I am 8 years clean from drugs and I am finally happy and connected to the Earth, I make art and love with my whole being. 
Hello and welcome @Juniperluna So lovely you found your way here. It’s sounds like you have a rough journey but thankfully you made it through 
. I’m Tracy from Bristol England. I follow the Norse Pantheon, and practice all types of magic. Everyone here is friendly and like family. Looking forward to getting to know you. Blessed be 
Thank you, Blessed Be!
Welcome to the forum @Juniperluna 
My name is Megan and I’m one of the moderators here at Spells8 
It’s nice to meet you!
This is amazing! 
That is such an occasion to celebrate - I’m so proud of you!
I’m sure you’ll fit right in here at Spells8 We have a wonderful and eclectic group of people here from all over the world - feel free to make yourself at home!
Welcome to the forum @Juniperluna 
and congratulations on your clean time! im in recovery too I’ve got ten years clean but I’m currently in the methadone clinic so that’s been a big help but I know I’m not totally free until I make it out of there. Thank you for sharing your story it’s really empowering when people are willing to be that vulnerable. Spells8 has been a life saver it’s been good for my mental health there are so many incredible, supportive and loving witches here from all over the world so feel free to ask questions and jump into the weekly witchy challenge it’s a great opportunity to explore all aspects of the craft and learn new things from so many brilliant minds. I know you’ll love it here as much as me. Blessed be 
Merry meet 
and welcome home 
@Juniperluna
I’m so glad you have joined us, Juniperluna, I’m Marsha, an Eclectic Solitary Witch, from Colorado. Congratulations on being ‘8 years clean!’ I’m so proud of you 
I’m with you on that one, I feel the same way! I’ve struggled with being different since I was very young too! Everyone is very friendly and supportive here. We all have our own unique paths, so you will fill right in!
We are here for you, Juniperluna, welcome to the family!
With love and magick 
always
Hi @Juniperluna! I’m Amethyst from Southern West Virginia. Welcome to the forum!
It’s great to have you here, and congratulations on being clean for so long. That takes great courage!
I hope you’re able to find a place to fit in here. I know I have. If you have any questions about anything, just ask and someone will be there to help you out. I look forward to getting to know you!
Hello @Juniperluna,
I’m Bry, another one of the moderators here in the forum and an Eclectic Witch- wishing you a warm welcome!
Congrats to you for overcoming that dark time and on your 8 years of freedom- that is amazing! It sounds like you truly found yourself and the beautiful light inside you 
I hope you have been finding everything you’ve been looking for- if you ever need any help, please feel free to reach out! Your new Coven is a very friendly one and we are always happy to help however we can
Make yourself at home here- Blessed be!
Welcome. Very glad to meet you.