I began my morning with the same ritual working again. It's a simple ritual, but the repetition seems to be good for me. I'm considering continuing it daily until Beltane, though I will add on more workings into my day. In the Our Own Druidry book there's a pair of rituals (one in morning, one in the evening) that honor Brigid that I think might be interesting to try for a period of time. Imbolc might be a good time to give them a go and see what happens?
I tried the 3-3-3 meditation today and gazed into the flame. I have some difficulty relaxing and giving myself over to it, but I still tried for 5 minutes. Over that time I watched the flame grow and seem to turn into a howling wolf or coyote. Canids mean a lot to me, as the blog name indicates. I've history with them. Apart from Coyote, who I've dreamt of many times, I'm unaware who that might be calling to me from the flames.
Maybe I should ask @chronarchy if he's still open to relative newcomers reaching out.
I did the hallowing ritual with the pen I'm using to write in my physical journal. The physical act of writing is more effective than typing for me. I'll do the same ritual over my actual journal tomorrow. It was nice, if a bit repetitive.
My Oracle draw this morning was the green man, which seemed a fitting start. I'm resolved to go to the Imbolc celebration at my local Grove on Saturday. I've not been there in ages, but I'm sure they'll welcome me back.
With each day this calling seems to be strengthening. I want to walk the Dedicant Path to its end and then continue on the next one. I like the idea of the clerical path. I like the idea of helping guide others. I like the idea of a life dedicated to the service of helping others come together, essentially.
At the same time I like the idea of a life that is dedicated to selling scary stories and books. I guess I could potentially have and do both?
