I have to go to this..

I really do. This looks like such a good time. If only I had more friggin money. I hate being broke.
Why is it that when you are broke, you find so many great things to spend money on?
Ugh. I need a rich uncle.

clipped from www.womanvis.com October New Moon Circle: Finding Balance Wednesday, October 10th When: Wedensday, October 10th at 7pm Where:Children’s Aid Society, 219 Sullivan Street (between Bleecker and W3rd) Cost: $25 pre-registration, $30 at the door, FREE for women participating in Journey to Yourself 2008 Investment: Free Reservations Required: RSVP: to Joanna or Dawn at info@womanvis.com or 212-501-3892 This is the evening to take time just for you, identify where you would like to bring things back into balance, and take steps towards that goal. This month, we look at the ways our lives are in and out of balance. Where are you placing too much energy? And, where would you like to be placing more? Perhaps right now you are super-focused on your career, but it’s leaving no time for your romantic life. Or perhaps life has been so busy that you feel you’ve been neglecting your health and well-being.

I need this like I need a hole in my head

Why does america need cupcakes? Honestly.
So here I am reading this article on the New York Times
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/23/weekinreview/23kershaw.html
and I realize...I live in country of sweets.
It's interesting that my own mother said that when she came to this country over 30 years ago the first thing she noticed was that she put on about 15 pounds just from eating our food. Amazing.
I really try to eat healthy. I do
Lately, in my attempt to be one with the earth, I have been trying to swear off red meat. It's been going well. I feel healthier.
The thing is, I really want to feel like my body is in tune and in harmony with mother earth.
We'll see how it goes...

clipped from www.nytimes.com

Dammit, Martha Stewart...

Why does she have to always have such cute stuff?!
Well, now that she's moved on from Kmart, I can proudly use my Macys charge card (just kidding, oh hubby of mine). This spice rack is so cute!
I have to have it. It will sit nicely on my kitchen counter.
I have this old spice rack that sits on the wall, but honestly...the little brown brooklynites have gotten the best of it. It's gross.
The thing I hate the most about New York is the goddammed cockroaches.
So this thing is better. It's open, so there aren't dark spaces for them to hide in.
I love it!
I have to say, I really love Martha Stewart. I'm not ashamed of it either. I wish I had been locked up with her! I could have learned a thing or two!

clipped from www1.macys.com With 12 of the most essential herbs and spices at your disposal, you'll never be at a loss for flavor. Gleaming in gorgeous chrome, this three-tiered rack is designed for classic spice storage and easy countertop access. Limited lifetime warranty. Martha Stewart Collection Chrome Spice Rack

Positively…

So lately I've been trying something new. No more negative talk. It's amazing how much you find yourself talking negatively to yourself. You know, I actually tried to count how often negative thoughts or words come to my brain, and holy cow! Really, I lost count. It's crazy.

It's hard as a woman, to really shut down the inner critic. So often, we hear people tell us how thin we should be, or how tall, or how attractive, and to who's standards we should live up to; the media does such a great job of shutting down our self esteem to the point where we become these glazed eyed consumers who can only feel attractive if they purchase something, or spend money on a membership to a gym or waste money on some lame ass weight loss program.

Why waste your time on those things? Honestly, the best thing you can do for yourself is to stop the negative talk and move forward. Being a consumer is taking step backward in life. It's amazing how the things we want in our life are really blocked by our self image. There are goals that I have, and goals I'm sure you have for yourself. These goals are what make you feel positive, and alive. Accomplishing those makes you feel amazing. So instead of wasting your time with the negative talk and the consumerism, start a clothing swap and accomplish those goals!

I personally have affirmations that I get every day in my inbox. That helps me a lot. I read them aloud, and try to let it really sink in. I'm moving forward, baby!

Pagan Housecleaning

The one thing I love about being a witch is that I can incorporate paganism into the everyday life. The best way, for example, through housecleaning. I have a bottle of Rue water that I add into the water that I mop with. Of course, I use Orange essential oil and vinegar. But I also add the Rue, to help cleanse the home, and bring in love and good health to all who enter it.

When I sweep the floors, I imagine myself sweeping away all the negativity and arguments had. While mopping the floors, I imagine my goals coming to pass, and all the things I'm wanting for myself at the moment. I imagine bringing in prosperity, peace and love into my home. I'll then burn some incense (frankincense), with the windows open, to shoo away any stale or negative energy in the home.

I do this while I clean pretty much anything in my home. It works, truly! Even while washing clothes, you can add a little salt to the wash, along with a couple drops of some potion or essential oil, based on your desired effect. Just find out which essential oils work for what, and do it!

Ahhh…Zen…

The greatest thing about being me is how much I love road trips. I love them. So does my hubby. So we went to this wonderful Buddhist Monestary a few weeks ago. Love, love, love it. I do.

Not only do I feel amazingly at peace there, but it is truly a beautiful place. I really feel like it made a huge impact on my inner self, you know? I have been trying to truly apply myself in my daily yoga and meditation. It's an art-the act of letting go completely. It is then that change happens, I think.

Here's a good list of Buddhist temples, in case you want to check it out for yourself: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Buddhist_temples

On another note, I've decided to turn over a new leaf. I'm no longer hiding my pagan-ness. Not at all. In my quest to make new friends, I've decided to not compromise who I am. I am so sick of breaking down my altar just for some bible thumper who can't stand the heat. Fuck that shit, I say. I am going to be who I am, and if you don't like it, too fucking bad.