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Laurelinn

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About Me

I live way up in the mountains with my life partner Lakota (see hys sexy pics in my photos! Grrr Baby - Very Grrr!). We have a small ranch complete with chickens, horses, ducks, dogs, cats, reptiles and misc. other critters!I am a fully trained and initiated Wiccan High Priestess, and previous Instructor/Elder of the Temple of the Inner Circle under Lady Morgana in Las Vegas, Nevada. I was with the Temple for 4+ years, and into my 3rd degree studies when the Goddess placed new challenges before me in California. Now my path has come full circle and I look forward to recconnecting with the Pagan community here in Nevada!Training at the Temple is not for the weak of heart! Lady Morgana is the High Priestess of the Temple. Lord Mordred is its High Priest. Although they both come from an extremely old coven they realized that far too many people were searching for a place to learn without wanting to join a coven. Those that do want a coven format get it here along with the flexibility of it being public. Together, Lady Morgana and Lord Mordred teach strong, basic lessons in the Craft with their time-tested, first year curriculum. Due to the strict guidelines that Lady Morgana and Lord Mordred had to follow, they were able to obtain, reformat, and teach true knowledge that was readily available."A Witches Bible Complete" by Janet and Stewart Farrar is one of the best books about the basics of the religion of the Craft, so it became the required first year text. Every first year student studies a chapter a week and is then tested in class. Teachers ask specific questions and expect specific answers. If the class doesn't have all the answers, they repeat the chapter. The classes move as fast as the slowest student. This ensures that everyone who wants the knowledge gets it and it also aids in building comradeship between the students and the entire Temple (much like in a coven).The students are also given spell work (which is mandatory), lectures, videos, audiocassettes and essays as homework. Acquisition of altar tools, memorization of invocations/dismissals, and knowledge of the ritual are also part of the work. By the end of the year and a day (minimum) the students who initiate have a complete foundation of the Craft, its religion and work, beneath them.The Temple of the Inner Circle is a working Temple as well as being a teaching one. Eight times a year, on the Saturday nearest the Sabbat holiday, the students congregate outdoors in the mountains to celebrate the holiday and to honor the gods. They put into practice all that they have been learning. They call the quarters, perform ritual parts, and reign as Priest and Priestess of the mountain and sabbat. The students who have passed through the first and second year programs, can and do perform Wiccanings, Handfastings, and Requiems. These second degree Initiates, who are still in their own classes working to obtain their third degree initiation, are also the Priests and Priestesses of the greater Sabbats; Bealtaine and Samhain.All students of the Temple of the Inner Circle are expected to shine - to present a positive image to society (and to the occult community) of just how good a witch can be. Those that do stay with the Temple will find constant learning, striving and polishing. Unfortunately, there are many who don't stay. Perhaps they didn't agree with the teaching methods; that's a good thing. Everyone knows that there is not just one way of doing things. The Temple's methods are not for everybody, it is not the only way, but it is the way the Temple teaches and the students are expected to adhere to it's methods and regulations.Every student is able to leave whenever they want. The Temple never expects anyone to give an oath or binding. There are no contracts. Students are encouraged to "ask their leave of the Temple" if they decide not to stay. An instructor will never lie to any student.The Temple of the Inner Circle's goal is to produce the most knowledgeable witches of the Craft community. If this is what you want, and you happen to live in the Las Vegas area, then you can sign up for classes here: http://lasvegasbbc.com CURRENT MOON lunar phase .. Layout Provided By FreeCodeSource.com - Browse Layouts
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Earth
You're very down to earth and see things for what they are. you find fun in quieter activities, like reading or painting, but people don't always see this as a good thing and tell you to lighten up, live a little. You do have plenty of friends, though, and they usually come to you when they have a problem or a secret to keep. You're very reliable and honest, always the teacher's favorite, even if your grades are just average. Your love life may be a little lifeless, but you don't really have time for relationships, and romance isn't really your thing, anyway. You like to have control in life, and rarely lose sight of your goals.
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My Interests

I am interested in all areas of the Craft, but I am particularly interested in creating magickal tools, soapcrafting, Tarot and writting spells/rituals. Outside of the Craft I have a strong interest in photography and graphic art. I took the B/W head shot of Lakota in my pictures, which won the cover of a calendar - that was way cool! Check it out: http://www.cafepress.com/butch_femme.40390758 As a couple, we show Italian Greyhounds, run our farm and work with our horses. My Latest venture is a fascination with my new chickens! My favorites are my Buff-Laced Polish:Mine are all still babies though. I also want to get a few of the Gold Lace variety:Aren't they the coolest looking chickens ever!

I'd like to meet:

Wow, where do I begin? There are many people I would like to meet, although I'm not fanaticle about anyone. I would love to meet my Great grandmother on my Mom's side, she was full-blooded Cherokee indian, and would have been fascinating to know! On the famous side, I'd love to meet Melissa Etheridge, and Ellen DeGenerous. I admire their willingness to be 'out' when under the public magnifying glass, and opening the proverbial closet door for so many.

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Heroes:

My Heros are my dogs!..
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My Blog

How loved am I!

My wonderful Baby bought me a wonderful present! Introducing: Mystic's Impressive Hot-Rod.....but just call him Pan! He'll be ready to come home about a month after we move! I'm Soooooo spoiled! &nb...
Posted by Laurelinn on Fri, 07 Mar 2008 01:19:00 PST

Happy Lupercalia! (Valentines predecessor!)

A bit of info for any who didn't already know! Valentine's Day derives from a Christianized version of a pagan holiday. Just as the Christians stole Christmas and Easter, from the pagans, they took t...
Posted by Laurelinn on Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:41:00 PST

Magical news from the Highlands....

LONDON (Reuters) - A mythical and ghostly creature has appeared in the wilds of the Scottish Highlands -- and has been caught on camera.   The rare white stag, from the red deer species, is bel...
Posted by Laurelinn on Wed, 13 Feb 2008 03:38:00 PST

Imbolg: Bringing back the light....

Greetings Everyone! As the Sabbat of Imbolg draws near, I wanted to share a fascinating article I found online. In my tradition, a main part of the Imbolg ceremony is Drawing Down the Sun, which shoul...
Posted by Laurelinn on Tue, 29 Jan 2008 03:05:00 PST

Fey has passed on....

For those of you who know my Fey, I wanted to let you know that she passed away last week. Her pressence will be sorely missed, but I know she is with the Goddess.....Goodbye my friend, I love you......
Posted by Laurelinn on Thu, 30 Aug 2007 03:59:00 PST

Book Review: The Burning Time

I have just finished reading 'The Burning Time' by Robin Morgan. The main characters were true persons whose names can be found in records from that time. The story itself grows out of what is known ...
Posted by Laurelinn on Fri, 03 Aug 2007 09:51:00 PST

My new babies!

These are three of my new Buff-Lace Polish Chicks! Aren't those the cutest little faces ever! They are just full of attitude and tons of fun to watch. Then there is the photo of one of our Goslings, a...
Posted by Laurelinn on Tue, 01 May 2007 09:55:00 PST

" Are you a good Witch or a bad Witch?"

Note: Portions of this text were taken from the writings of Lady Atheona, whose brilliant 'in-your-face' writings I love! There are smatterings of my own thoughts floating around as well.....enjoy my ...
Posted by Laurelinn on Fri, 27 Apr 2007 11:27:00 PST

God Changes mind!

The following comment was posted as a bulletin by one of the groups I belong to: In a stunning reversal of character, God has changed his mind! At least according to the Catholic Church. Before this h...
Posted by Laurelinn on Tue, 24 Apr 2007 04:08:00 PST

Victory!

Wiccans will be allowed to place pentacles on graves, VA saysAssociated PressLast update: April 23, 2007 - 9:28 AMhttp://www.startribhttp://www.startrib une.com/484/ story/1138325. htmlNation>une.com/...
Posted by Laurelinn on Mon, 23 Apr 2007 12:42:00 PST