I wish I had been looking at these all week because at this point it would take hours to make a post tagging everyone.
Everyone’s companions are so beautiful and all so special and they all have such incredible personalities. The stories are all so heartwarming, some heartbreaking at the same time. All are very clearly loved.
The memorials and other ways of honoring and remembering the ones that have passed through are amazing.
The posts about Spirit animals are wonderful. Spirit animals are a special interest of mine. I loved reading them all.
I’m fascinated with how people find theirs.
And the other entry ideas are so creative and wonderful
So. When my last two cats died I didn’t want anymore, the cost of cat food was rising and it was difficult for me to clean the littler box. But Mom wanted a cat so much that I gave in, and we got Max.
Isn’t he handsome? Doesn’t he have the prettiest eyes? He was a good boy too, never getting on the kitchen cabinets, or begging for food. He wasn’t too cuddly until after Mom died and we moved. I guess that freaked him out and he wanted reassurance. From then on he was my cuddle bug.
He was about ten years old, not too old by cat standards when he passed last year. The only thing I can think of is that he tried to jump on the bed, and landed wrong, breaking his back. I’m still heartbroken that the vet wouldn’t let me in the office when they put him to sleep. I lack closure I guess. I made the mistake of telling the vet how much money I had and they did just enough to take all that money from me. Then told me if I wanted further help I’d have to take him to Charleston to the specialist. Sigh. So I had him put to sleep. I miss him.
So I wrote a prayer to honor not only Max but all the pets I’ve had.
I light a candle to honor my dead, the animals I’ve loved and lost.
The faithful dogs who have protected me and stayed at my side.
The clever cats I’ve had throughout the year, from Tie-tie to Max.
I honor you for your love and companionship.
I love and miss you, and look forward to reuniting with you when I cross the Rainbow Bridge.
Weekly Witchy Challenge Entry - A Witch’s Companions
My Witchy Companions are my pet Parrot and three dogs.
All four are absolutely relaxed during my rituals and practice activities. However, I don’t actively include them except for protection spells, yet they never shy away when I perform for my practice.
I am very interested in discovering whether I have a familiar or animal spirit guide. Recently, I have had an unusually high number of interactions with crows and ravens. It’s unusual because I typically never have any outstanding interactions with them per se, due to my geographical location. However, over the last year, I have seen so many as to specifically draw my attention. Their significance regarding renewal, transformation, messages from the other side, etc., is absolutely not lost on me and applies to this stage in my life and practice quite solidly.
It may very well be in my case that Spirit guides change based on need. For that I am truly grateful.
I was taught that familiars were not real as we are, but are thought forms that some outsiders can see. That I do not have, but am completely up for one!
I’ve always been interested in spirit animals as I have a deep love for most animals. I’d rather be around them than most people So I’ve done a lot of quizzes, meditations, and journaling on them to figure out mine. This meditation was my favorite:
While I feel like I resonate with a few, deer are the spirit animals that speak to me the most. It was really interesting to learn about their traits as a spirit animal. I didn’t really feel like all of them were similar to mine, but more so - traits I needed to improve on or learn from. They remind me to be more compassionate with myself, trust my inner self more, and help me stay grounded.
It’s been awhile since I’ve had an actual encounter with one, but I’ve got a lot of figure around the areas I practice to help me.
And while I wish my fur babies practiced with me (reading all of the stories of those who have furry friends who do made me smile!) - they have zero interest in it. They let me do my thing without interruption and considering how much they interrupt almost anything else I do, I guess that’s a good sign
Lastly, I have a pet or two that I would love to honor the memory of, but I’m not quite ready for that. I will be saving the prayer for when I’m ready though
Absolutely beautiful I can’t even describe it but his eyes are piercing. I rescue homeless cats when I can and bring them to a place here in upstate New York and one was a black cat. The people said don’t be surprised if it takes a while for someone to adopt him and I asked why, they told me because he was a black cat and the stigma that goes along with black . Well that upset me! I went home printed out an article out on how wonderful black cats are and how magical and special and sent it over to the place I had him go for adoption. I asked if they would put it outside his room and they did. They also put it through the whole building they were so amazed at the article they called me a week later and said he got adopted. Of course whenever I bring a cat there I cried they cry I cry but I’m so glad he’s happy now and I think both of you and magic are very lucky to have each other!
Blessed Be,
Medea
Thank you so much to everyone who took the time to share about their witchy companions this week- it has been a real emotional rollercoaster reading through the entries. Whether you entry was fun-filled or beautifully heartfelt, I’m sending a big e-hug your way!
Wishing all the best to everyone and their lovely companions- be they here, across the veil, or on another plane. Thank you so much for sharing your and their stories this week!
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@Medea I know what you mean about his eyes. They are beautiful and intense in a way you can’t quite but into words. Kind of like him although my husband has no problem finding words describing him
That was such a good idea and I’m so glad that he found a good home. I’m sure what you printed will help others find their forever home too.
I read a poem from written from the perspective of a black that unfortunately I can’t remember a word of but the general idea is that it’s sad that you are missing out because black cats are awesome
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So I’ve done a lot of quizzes, meditations, and journaling on them to figure out mine. This meditation was my favorite:
are the spirit animals that speak to me the most. It was really interesting to learn about their traits as a spirit animal. I didn’t really feel like all of them were similar to mine, but more so - traits I needed to improve on or learn from. They remind me to be more compassionate with myself, trust my inner self more, and help me stay grounded.
They let me do my thing without interruption and considering how much they interrupt almost anything else I do, I guess that’s a good sign 
. Well that upset me! I went home printed out an article out on how wonderful black cats are and how magical and special and sent it over to the place I had him go for adoption. I asked if they would put it outside his room and they did. They also put it through the whole building they were so amazed at the article they called me a week later and said he got adopted. Of course whenever I bring a cat there I cried they cry I cry but I’m so glad he’s happy now and I think both of you and magic are very lucky to have each other!
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