Checking in

Good morning.  I haven't abandoned my post(ing) here.  I've just been busy with a new job that leaves my brain a bit fried at the end of the day. 

I've been thinking about Imbolc lately (wonder why?) and composing my Imbolc essay for the DP reqs.  Imbolc tends to be a very quiet High Day for us around here, even though it's very obvious in my immediate surroundings -- I have an actual groundhog living under my house who is beginning to stir now and a patch of daffodils have shown up in my yard already.  Perhaps I really should make a bigger deal of this High Day from now on and look closer at the tiny spots of spring color peeking through the white and gray of winter. 

Blessings to you all.
Brenda

Blog day 2: Good morning.

Checking in quickly.  I've added links to the page to showcase some of my favorite sites for resources, interesting reading, or just plain fun (always helpful in resetting the brain when it becomes far too full of serious matters).  The first links are to ADF itself and to my home grove, Hallowed Oaks Grove, ADF.  I'll be adding more and more.  If you have any sites you particularly enjoy, let me know so I can check them out.

Also, I've added a picture of the tattoo I designed about 4 years ago.  It is actually a kind of synopsis of my personal spirituality.  The yin/yang, the pentacle, and the om, all encircled by sacred creative fire.  Balance, nature/elements (that's what the pentacle represents to me), and overarching oneness of all things, with inspiration and creativity connecting, surrounding, and invigorating them all.  I wear this symbol on my body.

Until next time, peace be with you,
Brenda

Greetings and a simple introduction

I have been on the Dedicant's Path for several years.  I joined ADF in 2005 and planned to start the DP immediately.  Didn't happen.  So, the thought/intention has sat and stared at me, daring and encouraging me to get my butt in gear and just do it.  Two years ago, Lughnassadh 2010, I formally announced in ritual, to my Grove, that I was starting the DP in earnest.  I've managed to do a little bit since then.  I've finished a couple of books on the required reading list, but not actually written the reviews as yet.  I've attended more than enough High Day rituals to complete those requirements.  I've just been lax (very lax) about writing about them. 

So, I've entered the blogosphere to keep me on track.  I'll post my essays and reviews, as well as rants about my progress or lack thereof.  I hope for feedback including any constructive criticisms and encouraging words.  If I can get myself moving, I hope to actually be done by this year's Lughnassadh. 

So, thank you for accompanying me on this journey. 

Brenda