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Karma – Shamarma . . .

26 Monday Oct 2015

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Karmically-speaking, I expect most of you will believe I shall be struck down by lightning before I finish this post.  I don’t “do” karma… I’m a realist.

Karma – noun – is defined by the folks at Merriam-Webster as,

‘: the force created by a person’s actions that is believed in Hinduism and Buddhism to determine what the person’s next life will be like

: the force created by a person’s actions that some people believe causes good or bad things to happen to that person.’  (www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/karma, 2015)

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So, basically, this means that every time something negative happens in my life, it is a direct response to something that I have done – of comparable negativity, at the very least.

Hmmm… okay.

Well, if this is the case, then I could spend the rest of my days worrying about all that I have done that may be considered negative to, well, anyone. Oh my! I think I foresee an ulcer somewhere in my future.

Now, let’s throw in the belief of the Three-Fold Law, which is basic to any Wiccan belief system. This “law” – often called The Rule of Three, essentially states that what you put out into the world is returned to you, magnified by three. It’s karma…for pagans, period. This goes hand in hand with the Wiccan Rede. The Rede is stated in a variety of forms, but the gist is ‘an it harm none, do what ye will.’ So, in non-pagan, muggles, what-have-you’s terms – if it won’t in any way, shape, or form harm anyone or anything else, then by all means, put it out there.

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But see, therein lies the rub – for me, anyway.

I am what you would call pagan – I follow a polytheistic belief, based on ancient matriarchal and Earth based views, and I have been spiritually “religious” all of my life – which is over 4 decades at the time of this writing. And throughout this life, I have tried to be “good” – at least in my eyes.

Now, this is where my confusion comes in. If, as Pagans, (and yes, many have told me they don’t like organized religion) we don’t “do” organized religion and we don’t like being told what to think and who to follow and where to worship – then why must someone else deem what is “good”… or what is bad. Or maybe it should be stated, positive and negative. Until someone has walked a mile, in my shoes, they better not be trying to tell me that what I do is good or bad…or anything, for that matter.

Now, before jumping all over me – I do understand about the notion of changing free will. I have been told that true Witch’s will not put anything out there that changes someone’s free will. Now wait a minute . . . isn’t casting a spell to bring you true love – isn’t that changing someone’s free will, somewhere? Isn’t wishing and hoping for a change in someone’s nature, or an outcome – isn’t that a change – brought about by other than the normal flow? In essence, yes. We could argue back and forth about it all day – but the truth of the matter is … both sides would be correct. At the end of the day – it’s about what YOU… yourself… and no one else, believes. Am I right?

Well, if that’s the case – then what I see as good and positive, someone else in the world could easily view as negative. And vice versa. What is dark to some, is simply the way it is to others. Who are we to judge the thoughts, intentions, or actions of others? Shouldn’t we govern ourselves, first and foremost? People in glass houses…

It’s the same thing as trying to justify why you did something that others question. It’s your personal opinion on the matter. To some ancient, or otherwise, cultures – harming others is way of life. Sacrifice, destruction, degradation, plunder and pillage … its Mother Nature at her finest!

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She creates, she condemns, and she destroys – is she wrong?

No.

Okay, so you follow an Earth-based religion. Our glorious animal kingdom is about as Earth-based as it gets. They create, they judge, they condemn and they destroy. This is all instinctual, it’s their nature.

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Are they wrong? Certainly not!

So, with all that being said. Who the hell are we to decide what is right and what is wrong?

I suppose one could split hairs and say well, it’s only really wrong if you are harming another, intentionally. Again, following the Rule and the Rede – whether it be intentional or unintentional – this is a no-no.

What about if someone harms someone you love and cherish – do you draw a line there?

Say, if your 14 year old daughter is raped and the perpetrator was never caught, or was caught, but then released due to lack of evidence. What do you do then?

You can’t honestly tell me – with a clean conscience anyway – that not a single ill thought would run through your mind.

Really?

Okay, let’s lie to ourselves some more. We, as humans, even in the reflection of the divine, are simply not built that way. We are vengeful – we are angry – we do feel emotions, to extremes sometimes… just like those we emulate. Gods and Goddesses, in every pantheon, are often swift with justice. And remember folks, there are ALWAYS two sides to EVERY story!

Ancient sacrifices were made in honor of them, in the hopes to bring prosperity, bountiful harvests, blessings and immeasurable other ways.

In my first, ever, blog – entitled ‘A Witch’s Voice’, I wrote about following my own personal path. I refer to myself as eclectic – but many philosophies use the word eclectic to describe views or heritage. I use the term eclectic to describe ME. My philosophies are not the only thing that are pulled from different sources and elements – but my entire makeup is of such. I am from a long line of cattle ranchers and rodeo cowboys, and yet while I love this lifestyle and my upbringing, I ride an iron horse. I was raised on country music and deep moral values, and yet I am covered with tattoos and love the darker things in life. I am an anomaly – in many, many ways – but in the words of Popeye the Sailor – “I yam what I yam and that’s all what I yam.”

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What I do is often viewed as “dark” – simply because it’s not the right-handed path that many follow. I prefer the darkness – so, sure, I will identify as “dark” –

Does that make it wrong? No.

My ancestors and Deities were there long before I came along – and the darker things in life must be dealt with. They cannot be swept under the proverbial rug and forgotten about until a later date. Some of the darker natures deal with things like rage, jealousy, curses, even death. These are natural reactions – instinctual, if you will – and so, they are very valid. We cannot simply pretend that they do not exist.

Please understand, I am not poking fun at those that follow such Rules, Redes, and Laws – I am simply stating that there are other ways of thinking and living. That this is not the ONLY way and therefore, those of us that do not follow such, should not be judged by those that do. And, I have known many a Witch and Pagan that adamantly follow such rules and laws, but cannot explain to me why or show any proof of it actually happening.

So, I want those of you that wish to invalidate my claim to contact me.

Either post a response here.

Email me at inexplicablethings@yahoo.

Convo me on my website www.inexplicablethings.com

Hell, send me a smoke signal or carrier pigeon if you need to – but tell me your direct experience that will invalidate my way of thinking.

Seriously – this is somewhat of a research project for me – I have yet to actually meet a single individual that can directly correlate a cause and effect based upon the Karmic Law – or the Wiccan Rede, for that matter. If this is you – please, please, tell me your experience. I will include any portion of said experience in a future posting, with your approval, of course, and it will make for future discussions.

Please – prove me wrong! Tell your friends! Tell your coven mates – give me your experiences!

I look forward to the feedback!

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Krampus – the Anti-Claus!

23 Friday Oct 2015

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Anti, Anti-Clause, Black, Blog, Candles, Chains, Children, Christian, Christmas, Church, Conjure, Dark, Demon, Demonic, Europe, Gift, God, Inexplicable Things, Krampus, Loki, Lord, Mythology, Naughty, Nice, Saint Nick, Santa, Stocking Stuffer, Switch, wicked, Yule

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In honor of Krampus, and the upcoming movie release –

Inexplicable Things is proud to, once again, offer a Boxed Gift Set of Krampus Kandles for the holidays!

Pre-Order is happening, NOW!

This gives you first dibs on a unique, limited-time, holiday candle with a surprise fragrance, this year!  Last year, we sold out in a couple of days!

Each pre-ordered pack will include:

1 – 2oz travel tin (with lid)

1 – Mini Pillar (roughly 2 x 3)

Packaged in a little gift box, black tissue paper and ribbons.

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Perfect for stocking stuffers or giving as gifts to those naughty and nice.

Or you can simply keep them for yourself! They are sure to be a hit.

These will be slightly different than last season’s – and orders will ship out mid- to late November.

Pre-Order yours now, by messaging me or from our website: Specials & Pre-Orders

Who is Krampus, you ask?

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Well, he is the malicious, dark companion of jolly ol’ Saint Nick.

Krampus is known throughout many European countries as a figure of terror for “naughty” children.

Originally of demonic origin, and rumored to be of the great Loki’s bloodline, he is often seen wearing chains and is somewhat violent by nature. He carries switches of bundled birch branches, and a bag of punishment tools on his back – all used to beat wickedly bad children into a burlap bag and carry them off to horrible places!

Let’s not forget, however, that Krampus is merely doing his job!

Children that are naughty – through telling lies to teachers and parents, cheating, or  stealing – are to be punished by order of Krampus’ master, Saint Nicholas!

The severity of the crime will determine the punishment.

Krampus administers swats with his switch and after so many swats, the child who has learned his lesson is released and Krampus goes about his way.

If he drags them away . . . well, then, it’s obvious that wicked child did NOT learn their lesson!

So you better be good, for goodness sake!

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He is the Anti-Claus!

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Parking Lot Hoodoo

09 Friday Oct 2015

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My coworkers recently found out about my Hoodoo conjuring and Voodoo beliefs. 

This was found a bit ago in the parking lot!

They accused me of parking lot hoodoo…on a Friday!

Can you believe it! LMAO

Oh, okay…they know me so well!

Love my coworkers!
And thought this was hilarious!!

Now go conjure one hell-uv-a day for yourselves!

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October 2015 Astrology

06 Tuesday Oct 2015

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Interesting – I hadn’t paid very close attention, but after reading this… it does make more sense. Early September, I thought everything was going along swimmingly – only to hit the end of the month like a brick wall. Emotions are high, strange sadness and near-depression-like symptoms have plagued me. I thought several times I was losing it.

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October!

01 Thursday Oct 2015

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All Hallow's Eve, Anniversary, Apple Cider, Autumn, Birds, Blankets, Cozy, Day of the Dead, Death, Fall, Fire, Halloween, Harvest, Hibernation, Hot Chocolate, October, Orange, Pumpkin, Samhain, Spirits, Warm, Witch

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Happy October Minions!!

What is there not to love about this most awesome of months.

Not only is it my wedding anniversary, but with the month of October comes cooler weather – usually just about right for hoodies, thin sweaters, some cool neck scarves, warm booties, leggings ….

As the seasons change – so do the colors of foliage around the country which paint amazingly brilliant landscape creations.

Some critters begin a journey to warmer climates – but we know they will be back. Others begin to emerge a bit more often in search of winter groceries for their pantries.

Colors of birds seem more vibrant against the background of darkening browns and pale greens. And they are starting to fluff up for the impending winter – so they seem a bit fatter!

It’s a nice time for cozy fires to help take off the chill – as well as curl up with fuzzy fleece blankets and cups of apple cider or hot chocolate.

Halloween

It rings in the thinning of the veil between our world and the realm of those passed. We are more able to communicate with spirits of ancestors and things of a darker nature. The Celts, as well as many Native American and South American cultures use this time for divination, fortune telling, and overall enhanced communication with the spirit world. Did you know that many Halloween origins actually began with the Celts? The Druids celebrated this time of year over 2,000 years ago. It was often a time to celebrate and feast – the wheel of the year was turning, harvests were concluding, celebrations to remember the Dead.  In fact, the Druids were said to have constructed enormous bonfires in order to offer sacrifices to the numerous (well over 500) Celtic deities.

The month builds to a crescendo that culminates on the last eve of the month – Samhain, Halloween, All Hallow’s Eve, Allhallowe’en, All Saint’s Eve – just to name a few. It’s observed by Western Christians, and most non-Christians, around the world! It’s the first day of Allhallowtide which is a three day celebration which includes All Hallow’s Eve, All Saint’s Day on November 1 and All Soul’s Day on November 2.

Well, whatever your beliefs, your culture, your preferences…. All should enjoy this time of year! Be thankful of the blessings that were bestowed up you and yours during the previous months – and don’t forget to honor your ancestors.

Enjoy, my lovelies – the best time of year is upon us!

October

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