Hello and Happy Wednesday!
Today's quote is brought to you by Betty White:
All creatures must learn to coexist. That’s why the brown bear and the field mouse can share their lives in harmony. Or course, they can’t mate or the mice would explode.
There's a new interview coming up Saturday so be sure to check back!
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Twitter and Facebook
Hello and Happy Saturday!
Be sure to check out ymr's facebook and twitter pages!
There'll be a new interview coming next Saturday!
Have a great day everyone!
Be sure to check out ymr's facebook and twitter pages!
There'll be a new interview coming next Saturday!
Have a great day everyone!
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Viggo Mortensen Quote
Hello and Happy Wednesday!
Today's quote is brought to you by Viggo Mortensen:
Any ordeal that you can survive as a human being is an improvement in your character,
and usually an improvement in your life.
Have a great day everyone!
Today's quote is brought to you by Viggo Mortensen:
Any ordeal that you can survive as a human being is an improvement in your character,
and usually an improvement in your life.
Have a great day everyone!
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Dana
Hello and Happy Saturday!
I wish to thank Tansy Firedragon for her very interesting and informative interview. I really enjoyed reading your answers and learning more about your faith!
Thanks so much for sharing with us Tansy!
Today we have a new interview so please welcome Dana.
Dana is an Atheist and I know you'll enjoy her interview as well!
Here Is Dana's Introduction:
My name is Dana and I blog at thekitchwitch.com. I'm a mother, former high-school teacher and writer.
1) What religion do you practice?
None, unless you count the church of Don't Be a Douche.
2) Are you a convert/revert or were you raised within this religion? If you converted, what did you need to do to convert? And what did you practice prior to converting?
My parents tried to take me to our Lutheran church in North Dakota, but I hated it. I guess I've always been more of an independent thinker.
3)Within your religion are there degrees of observance (ie. Orthodox,conservative, moderate, liberal)? What are the defining differences between the degrees of observance?
no
4)Within your religion what degree of observance are you ((ie. Orthodox,conservative, moderate, liberal) ? Why did you choose this degree of observance?
I guess I'm "renegade?"
5)What is the Afterlife within your religion? For example: what happens when a person dies? Are there places for reward/punishment? (such as a Heaven/Hell concept)
Alas, I think we just sort of pass and become fertilizer. I know that's nothing that people want to hear, and I'll admit it's grim, but honestly, nothing else makes sense to me. The only afterlife that I can see is the ripples of influence a person has made on others while still here. People die, but their kindness and their influence live on.
6) In your opinion, does everyone make it into heaven/paradise? If they do not, why?
Since I'm a non-believer, if there's a Hell, I'll be making cocktails in it. I think Heaven is a lovely concept devised by people who have frustrating/inadequate lives. Miserable on Earth? No problem! Just wait until you die and things get better!
7) What makes your religion a good fit for you?
I get to hike on Sundays.
8) What are your holy days and what do you do to celebrate them?
We do most of the Christian ones, but we really make a stink about winter and summer solstice. And, because of our blended family, Diwali and Bastille Day and St. Patty's Day and Boxing Day. Gotta celebrate every inch of our heritage!
9) Do you consider people of other faiths to be your friends?
Of course.
10) Would you ever join people of another faith to celebrate one of their holy days? Please explain why?
Why not? I'd love to eat latkes with my wonderful Jewish friends or attend a Christening of a baby. People of all viewpoints love a celebration.
11) What are your thoughts on the burka, and Shariah Law?
Hoo-boy. That's a heated issue. I guess I will just say that women should not be forced to hide their beauty. And not hiding their beauty should not be reason for rape or ostracism.
12) Are women allowed to hold religious office (priest, minister, rabbi, iman etc) in your religion and how do you feel about it?
I certainly can't be in favor of a religion who views women as second class citizens. Women have good minds, and to say otherwise is ridiculous.
13) Does your place of worship segregate? If yes, how does this make you feel?
Well, since I'm married to a "brown" man, I think segregation is antiquated and narrow-minded.
14) How much does your religion affect your daily life and how much thought do you give it when making a decision? Does it affect in any way your decision on abortion, gay marriage, etc?
It doesn't affect me, obviously. However, I think love is love, no matter the color, lifestyle, religion. How anyone can deem love (in any form) "sinful" is counterintuitive to me.
15) How would you react/feel if your child wished to marry outside your religion?
I guess I'd say, "Do you love this person?" If so, go.
16) In your opinion, if someone is not of your faith, will they go to hell?
Maybe. I will probably be making cocktails in there, so belly on up to the bar.
17) Who do you think is not a practicing ----- in your religion and why? ie who in the public domain claims to speak for your religion? Do you agree with them or not?
People need to judge one another on deeds and kindness, not religion.
18) Have you ever been the target of a hate crime? Please explain.
no
19) Do you ever feel like your religion devalues you?
Why would I subscribe to a religion that didn't value me?
20) Does your religion give you peace of mind?
No, but that's okay. I think that is the appeal of religion; if you can't explain the unexplainable, say it is the will of God. I'll struggle with the harder truths of life on my own, thank you.
21) Do you believe in reincarnation? Why or why not?
I have no idea. I just hope that I don't come back as a mosquito.
I wish to thank Tansy Firedragon for her very interesting and informative interview. I really enjoyed reading your answers and learning more about your faith!
Thanks so much for sharing with us Tansy!
Today we have a new interview so please welcome Dana.
Dana is an Atheist and I know you'll enjoy her interview as well!
Here Is Dana's Introduction:
My name is Dana and I blog at thekitchwitch.com. I'm a mother, former high-school teacher and writer.
1) What religion do you practice?
None, unless you count the church of Don't Be a Douche.
2) Are you a convert/revert or were you raised within this religion? If you converted, what did you need to do to convert? And what did you practice prior to converting?
My parents tried to take me to our Lutheran church in North Dakota, but I hated it. I guess I've always been more of an independent thinker.
3)Within your religion are there degrees of observance (ie. Orthodox,conservative, moderate, liberal)? What are the defining differences between the degrees of observance?
no
4)Within your religion what degree of observance are you ((ie. Orthodox,conservative, moderate, liberal) ? Why did you choose this degree of observance?
I guess I'm "renegade?"
5)What is the Afterlife within your religion? For example: what happens when a person dies? Are there places for reward/punishment? (such as a Heaven/Hell concept)
Alas, I think we just sort of pass and become fertilizer. I know that's nothing that people want to hear, and I'll admit it's grim, but honestly, nothing else makes sense to me. The only afterlife that I can see is the ripples of influence a person has made on others while still here. People die, but their kindness and their influence live on.
6) In your opinion, does everyone make it into heaven/paradise? If they do not, why?
Since I'm a non-believer, if there's a Hell, I'll be making cocktails in it. I think Heaven is a lovely concept devised by people who have frustrating/inadequate lives. Miserable on Earth? No problem! Just wait until you die and things get better!
7) What makes your religion a good fit for you?
I get to hike on Sundays.
8) What are your holy days and what do you do to celebrate them?
We do most of the Christian ones, but we really make a stink about winter and summer solstice. And, because of our blended family, Diwali and Bastille Day and St. Patty's Day and Boxing Day. Gotta celebrate every inch of our heritage!
9) Do you consider people of other faiths to be your friends?
Of course.
10) Would you ever join people of another faith to celebrate one of their holy days? Please explain why?
Why not? I'd love to eat latkes with my wonderful Jewish friends or attend a Christening of a baby. People of all viewpoints love a celebration.
11) What are your thoughts on the burka, and Shariah Law?
Hoo-boy. That's a heated issue. I guess I will just say that women should not be forced to hide their beauty. And not hiding their beauty should not be reason for rape or ostracism.
12) Are women allowed to hold religious office (priest, minister, rabbi, iman etc) in your religion and how do you feel about it?
I certainly can't be in favor of a religion who views women as second class citizens. Women have good minds, and to say otherwise is ridiculous.
13) Does your place of worship segregate? If yes, how does this make you feel?
Well, since I'm married to a "brown" man, I think segregation is antiquated and narrow-minded.
14) How much does your religion affect your daily life and how much thought do you give it when making a decision? Does it affect in any way your decision on abortion, gay marriage, etc?
It doesn't affect me, obviously. However, I think love is love, no matter the color, lifestyle, religion. How anyone can deem love (in any form) "sinful" is counterintuitive to me.
15) How would you react/feel if your child wished to marry outside your religion?
I guess I'd say, "Do you love this person?" If so, go.
16) In your opinion, if someone is not of your faith, will they go to hell?
Maybe. I will probably be making cocktails in there, so belly on up to the bar.
17) Who do you think is not a practicing ----- in your religion and why? ie who in the public domain claims to speak for your religion? Do you agree with them or not?
People need to judge one another on deeds and kindness, not religion.
18) Have you ever been the target of a hate crime? Please explain.
no
19) Do you ever feel like your religion devalues you?
Why would I subscribe to a religion that didn't value me?
20) Does your religion give you peace of mind?
No, but that's okay. I think that is the appeal of religion; if you can't explain the unexplainable, say it is the will of God. I'll struggle with the harder truths of life on my own, thank you.
21) Do you believe in reincarnation? Why or why not?
I have no idea. I just hope that I don't come back as a mosquito.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Rick Hansen Quote
Hello and Happy Wednesday!
Today's quote is brought to you by Rick Hansen:
The goal you set must be challenging. At the same time, it should be realistic and attainable, not impossible to reach. It should be challenging enough to make you stretch, but not so far that you break.
There's a new interview coming up on Saturday so be sure to check back!
Have a great day everyone!
Today's quote is brought to you by Rick Hansen:
The goal you set must be challenging. At the same time, it should be realistic and attainable, not impossible to reach. It should be challenging enough to make you stretch, but not so far that you break.
There's a new interview coming up on Saturday so be sure to check back!
Have a great day everyone!
Saturday, October 13, 2012
November Interviews
Hello and Happy Saturday!
Here's what ymr has in store for the November Interviews:
we'll hear from ABtMS who is a Druid and Red Griffith-Haynes who is an Animist.
Both excellent interviews you won't want to miss!
Have a great day everyone!
Here's what ymr has in store for the November Interviews:
we'll hear from ABtMS who is a Druid and Red Griffith-Haynes who is an Animist.
Both excellent interviews you won't want to miss!
Have a great day everyone!
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Princess Diana Quote
Hello and Happy Wednesday!
Today's quote is brought to you by Princess Diana:
Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.
Have a great day everyone!
Today's quote is brought to you by Princess Diana:
Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.
Have a great day everyone!
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Tansy Firedragon
Hello and Happy Saturday!
I wish to thank Elena-Maria for her wonderful interview. I thoroughly enjoyed reading your answers and I thank you for sharing your faith with all of us!
Today we have a new interview so please welcome Tansy Firedragon. Tansy is a Witch and I know you'll enjoy her interview as well!
Here Is Tansy Firedragon's Introduction:
My craft name is Tansy Firedragon and I have been a witch for many years now.
I am a member of the Dorset Grove Druids, as well as being High Priestess in my own coven co run by my lovely sisters in the craft, The Kitchen Witch Coven of Natural Witchery which allows me to attend lots of outside rituals in wonderful sacred places within the UK.
I am co-founder and a leadership team member of the online Kitchen Witch School of Natural Witchcraft, we also have a facebook page and a blog.
www.kitchenwitchhearth.com
www.kitchenwitchuk.blogspot.co.uk
www.facebook.com/kitchenwitchuk
I have a personal blog www.tansyfiredragon.blogspot.co.uk
1)What religion do you practice?
My religion is that of witchcraft. Although my training was in Wicca I have also trained in Druidry but my heart and the Craft that I practice now is that of the Old Ways, Kitchen/Green Witchcraft with a dash of hoodoo.
2) Are you a convert/revert or were you raised within this religion? If you converted, what did you need to do to convert? And what did you practice prior to converting?
My family are not particularly religious although I did go to Sunday School at the local church. As a teenager I joined Girls Brigade and followed the Baptist faith for several years but I lost interest in my late teens. I knew I believed in something but wasn’t sure what and started to realise that Christianity was not what I was looking for. I didn’t find the Craft until my early late twenties/early thirties but when I did I felt that I had ‘come home’.
3)Within your religion are there degrees of observance (ie. Orthodox,conservative, moderate, liberal)? What are the defining differences between the degrees of observance?
Witchcraft comes loosely under the umbrella of ‘paganism’ and there are so very many different pathways. Pagan, neo pagan, Druid, Witch, Wicca, Shaman and all sorts of different branches within such as Dianic, Gardenerian, Hedgewitch, Stregheria, Faerie and solitary to name but a few. All are Earth based religions centred around caring for the planet, the animals and people that live on it and working with the elements (Earth, Air, Fire and Water) and working with deity – the Goddess and the God in their many facets.
4)Within your religion what degree of observance are you ((ie. Orthodox,conservative, moderate, liberal) ? Why did you choose this degree of observance?
Although I am not keen on ‘labels’ as such if I had to give myself one it would be that of a Kitchen Witch. It is not particularly a pathway that I specifically chose, it is the one that I feel comfortable with and one that as my experience and knowledge have grown has been the area that I work with the most.
5)What is the Afterlife within your religion? For example: what happens when a person dies? Are there places for reward/punishment? (such as a Heaven/Hell concept)
We do not have Hell, we do not have the Devil.
I believe in the Summerlands, the Otherworld place that your spirit goes to once the body has died, it is there that the spirit awaits to be reincarnated.
6) In your opinion, does everyone make it into heaven/paradise? If they do not, why?
I guess that would depend on what your own beliefs are, the mind is a very powerful tool.
7) What makes your religion a good fit for you?
Being a witch is what I am, who I am and how I live my life, it is perfect for me in every way.
8) What are your holy days and what do you do to celebrate them?
We have eight Sabbats during the year, ancient festivals of the Wheel of the Year, some are solstice celebrations, all of them were festivals that our ancestors would have observed in tune with the seasons – they all celebrate the land, the food, the time of year and what Mother Nature offers. I celebrate them with decorations on my altar and meeting others for rituals outside in the open.
9) Do you consider people of other faiths to be your friends?
I believe that everyone has the right to choose their own faith and it is no business of mine what it is, I choose my friends because of their hearts, souls, kind actions and words. They are my friends because of the way they behave and how they treat themselves and others not because of what faith they are.
10) Would you ever join people of another faith to celebrate one of their holy days? Please explain why?
Although Christmas and Easter are not a celebration from my faith I still join my family to celebrate with them. And I am more than happy to investigate celebrations from other faiths, it is wonderful to join with others to celebrate no matter what the faith.
11) What are your thoughts on the burka, and Shariah Law?
It is not my religion and I do not know all the full details so I would not presume to have the knowledge or right to cast an opinion.
12) Are women allowed to hold religious office (priest, minister, rabbi, iman etc) in your religion and how do you feel about it?
I myself am a High Priestess of a coven. I believe men and women should have equal rights.
13) Does your place of worship segregate? If yes, how does this make you feel?
No it does not and it should not, but that is my own personal opinion.
14) How much does your religion affect your daily life and how much thought do you give it when making a decision? Does it affect in any way your decision on abortion, gay marriage, etc?
Being a witch is who I am, it is how I live my life. One of the redes within the Wiccan pathway of Witchcraft is ‘do what you will but harm ye none’ and I do believe this is a good guideline. We also have the rule of three ‘whatever you do or say comes back to you threefold’ – again a good guideline. I am of the train of thought that each and every person should be responsible for their own words and actions and have respect for yourself and others.
15) How would you react/feel if your child wished to marry outside your religion?
What matters most is that my children are happy, marrying into any religion is not an issue so long as they are in love and happy.
16) In your opinion, if someone is not of your faith, will they go to hell?
No, apart from anything we don’t have a Hell within my faith.
17) Who do you think is not a practicing ----- in your religion and why? ie who in the public domain claims to speak for your religion? Do you agree with them or not?
There will always be outspoken people in any religion, if I don’t agree with someone I don’t have to listen!
18) Have you ever been the target of a hate crime? Please explain.
No I have not.
19) Do you ever feel like your religion devalues you?
My religion would never devalue me, if it did I have freedom of choice and would choose not to be a part of it.
20) Does your religion give you peace of mind?
Yes, it is my core being.
21) Do you believe in reincarnation? Why or why not?
Definitely, I believe I have lived many life times before and learnt from each one. I will continue to be reincarnated until I have learnt all the lessons I need to.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Phyllis Diller Quote
Hello and Happy Wednesday!
Today's quote is brought to you by Phyllis Diller:
Aim high, and you won't shoot your foot off.
A new interview will be coming up Saturday so be sure to check back!
Today's quote is brought to you by Phyllis Diller:
Aim high, and you won't shoot your foot off.
A new interview will be coming up Saturday so be sure to check back!
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