The swapping of yarns, the sharing of tales, the gift of a good book
to share by the fire; `tis the season…
The word of the day is quiet.
Northern Tradition witch and "Pennsylvania Dutch" hexeri Jj Starwalker shares her thoughts and views from her Maine homestead and studio.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 29
It is good to stop, at times, and step back from our lives. To contemplate all we have picked up along the way, and to put down that which does not work.
The word of the day is re-evaluate.
The word of the day is re-evaluate.
Friday, November 28, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 28
A glass of wine may untangle the knots and allow the story to flow once again.
The word of the day is relax.
The word of the day is relax.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 27
Sing the song of Saga, a pocket full of yarns… Spinning stories combines the past with the future.
The word of the day is connection.
The word of the day is connection.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 26
Capture family stories to connect the generations. We will not all be here next year.
The word of the day is posterity.
The word of the day is posterity.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 25
Editing can improve both writing and life.
The word of the day is precise.
The word of the day is precise.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 24
‘Tis the season for writing cards and notes. Remember to write what is meaningful; this is a time of sharing, not an accounting.
The word of the day is messages.
The word of the day is messages.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 23
The Muse would love nothing more than if you put pen to paper, or sat by the fire and spun a yarn.
The word of the day is story.
The word of the day is story.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 22
Let your passion run out through your fingers and through the pen.
The word of the day is write.
The word of the day is write.
Friday, November 21, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 21
Common sense is the best approach to health; we do not live in a sterile environment, nor should we strive to.
The word of the day is protection.
The word of the day is protection.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 20
Begin to sever from your life, that which makes you ill or afflicts your peace of mind.
The word of the day is healing.
The word of the day is healing.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 19
It is good to seek permission, first, but sometimes it is easier to get forgiveness.
The word of the day is responsibility.
The word of the day is responsibility.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 18
Give yourself permission to sit by the Hearth. Rest and thinking forward are best for today.
The word of the day is contemplate.
The word of the day is contemplate.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 16
Ring around a relationship, a pocket full of care, where there’s love and truth, the Guardian will be there.
The word of the day is family.
The word of the day is family.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 15
Feathers, like leaves in the gusting wind; a spirit is set free to fly.
The word of the day is opportunity
The word of the day is opportunity
Friday, November 14, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 14
Listen to the whisper of the tree and the birds’ early songs. The Words are written in hoofbeats on the storm.
The word of the day is insight.
The word of the day is insight.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 13
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 12
Some things are best kept in private, like a chest of treasure guarded by a dragon.
The word of the day is sacred.
The word of the day is sacred.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 11
The door to the new year swings slowly shut. Sweep out the last of old habits and you are done.
The word of the day is beginning.
The word of the day is beginning.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 10
With broom and blade, prepare your home. ‘Tis time to prune and time to sweep…
The word of the say is winter.
The word of the say is winter.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 9
The cocoon, a wrapping in comforting softness, is armored on the outside.
The word of the day is protection.
The word of the day is protection.
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 8
Sometimes to cut to the heart of the matter, sometimes to unravel thread by thread; the needs vary and so do the actions.
The word of the day is choices.
The word of the day is choices.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 7
Not everything that crosses the Veil in benign.
The word of the day is caution.
The word of the day is caution.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 6
There is much to be said for being gracious amongst your enemies. One can keep the sword at hand without drawing it.
The word of the day is honorable.
The word of the day is honorable.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 5
Keep your armor at hand when you go into the world. Mingle freely.
The word of the day is care.
The word of the day is care.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 4
Stop for a few moments today and look for unexpected blessings.
The word of the day is gifts.
The word of the day is gifts.
Monday, November 3, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 3
While enjoying the Harvest, take a little time to consider pruning. What is your life is “dead weight?” What branches bear no fruit?
The word of the day is improvement.
The word of the day is improvement.
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 2
A gift is an energy exchange. Nevertheless it must not have strings attached.
The word of the day is freedom.
The word of the day is freedom.
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Words of Wisdom November 1
Write your story in your comings and goings, in every thought, every action. Let it be beneficent in all ways.
The word of the day is onward.
The word of the day is onward.
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