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Well first I would like to introduce myself, I am your Host, Mystic. I would like to tell you a bit about myself and my path. I consider myself a witch; a witch is not bad, it is just another path out there and I follow the beat of my own drum. Being a Witch I honor Nature as well as the Seasons and Mother Earth.

I do not necessarily follow a hierarchy, as I make this path my own- follow my heart wherever my chosen path may lead me. I have been walking this path for 12 years now and it has brought me tremendous blessings and joy.
I am from Michigan and have been happily married for 25 years. I have two lovely (yet mischievous) fur babies – Isis and Salem – and a water baby by the name of George.

When I am not helping my community or have other commitments, I enjoy gardening, soap making, various bath salts and oils, crafts, extending my knowledge in herbology, various reading materials. I enjoy going to Pagan events and simply enjoying my friends and extended family.

Now, the reason that my Co-Host and I have decided to do this radio show is that we wish to positively promote pagans, in all areas, and to educate the public that our chosen paths are not evil - nor are we. We feel that by bringing paganism to the mainstream public in an open and friendly way, this will shine a light on us, our chosen paths and paganism. We feel that there should be open communication as well as acceptance of all persons and all paths regardless of who they are or what path they follow.

Now, on to my lovely Co-Host Fire
FIRE: Thank you Sister.
Hello All, I am the Co-Host of the Cauldron Within Show .
You have been introduced to Mystic and learned about her chosen path, now I wish to tell you a little about myself and my chosen path.
I am a Wiccan – this means to me that I follow the Wiccan Rede and the beliefs – though I am eclectic- as I make it my own as well.

I do follow a type of hierarchy – however not strictly. I, like Mystic, like the beat of my own drums – even if that beat has no rhythm at times. I have been on my path for 17 years now – though I feel that I have evolved over those many years to what I am now.

I too am from Michigan and have been happily married for 12 years – though I did have a Handfasting 4 years ago – simply because my husband wanted one.

Now, unlike Mystic, I have a few more fur babies – these would be my familiars – all dogs – they are Lady Inanna, Shyanne, Penny, Slim and Harry. My other animals include two more fur babies (guinea pigs) and a water baby – my turtle Kit.

When I am not helping my community or have other commitments, I too enjoy making soaps, various bath salts and oils, crafts, candles and simply extending my knowledge in various reading materials. I too, like Mystic enjoy going to Pagan events and enjoying my friends and extended family.

We hope that our Show enlightens our listeners and leaves you with a positive feeling as well.

MOON PHASES FOR SEPTEMBER 2009
Full Moon – September 4, 4:02 pm – HARVEST MOON
Last Quarter – September 12, 2:06 pm
New Moon – September 18, 6:44 pm
First Quarter – September 26, 4:50am
FULL MOON IDEAS:
Sept 4 – Pisces – Water and Mutable
This Moon falls on a Friday
Friday is a great time for Love and reconciliation
And since this Moon is a water sign this is a wonderful time to work on our emotions

NEW MOON IDEAS:
Sept 18 – Libra – Air and Cardinal
This Moon falls on a Friday as well
And since this Moon is a Air sign it is a great time to work on our intellectual endeavors

MOON PHASES FOR OCTOBER 2009
Full Moon – October 4, 6:10am – HUNTERS MOON
Last Quarter – October 11, 8:56 am
New Moon – October 18, 5:33 am
First Quarter – October 26, 12:42 am
FULL MOON IDEAS:
Oct 4 – Aries – Fire and Cardinal
This Moon falls on a Sunday which is a great day for beginning healing (including those relationships) strength, prosperity and success
And since this Moon is a Fire sign this may be a good time to begin those projects as the Fire aspect is our passion and will as well as our inventive sides.

NEW MOON IDEAS:
Oct 18 – Scorpio – Water and Fixed
This Moon falls on a Sunday as well (remember those relationships)
This may be a good time to work on your inner emotions, remember those friends and call them – make up for time lost or renew old friendships

GODDESS OF THE MONTH – SEPTEMBER
MA’AT (mott)
She is the Egyptian Goddess of truth, law and order.
She is also called Mayet (may-et)
She is the daughter of the god Ra and the wife of Thoth
Maat also plays an important part in the Book of the Dead. It is in the Hall of Maat the judgment of the dead was performed. This was done by weighing one's heart (conscience) against the feather of Maat. If a balance was struck the deceased was deemed to be worthy of meeting Osiris in the afterlife. If the heart of the deceased was found to be heavier then the feather of Maat it would be devoured by Ammut.
She does not play favorites, will dispense justice to all parties involved. Be sure your own slate is clean in the situation before you call her.
Some associations for Ma’at would be:
Color of White
Symbols of the ostrich feather and the scales
Work with Ma’at of Wednesdays are this is her day

GOD OF THE MONTH - OCTOBER

ANUBIS

He is the Egyptian God of death and dying and sometimes God of the Underworld and the Judge of the Dead. He was considered the God of the Underworld until the rise of the cult of Osiris –then Anubis became the gatekeeper of the Underworld.

He is also called lenpw,(LEN-PEW) Apun (AH-PUN), Yinepu (YA-INE-PEW), and Imy-ut (EYE-MY-UHT)

Some associations of Anubis would be:
The colors of green and black
Symbols of the black jackal and the number 9
Strongest around Samhain and his day is also Wednesdays
Leave him offerings of green feldspar – also called AMAZONITE - A green variety of microcline, often used as a semiprecious stone. Also called Amazon stone.

Announcements / Events/Resources
- 9/26/09: Psychic Fair - Berkley, MI Your Spiritness Company
- 9/26/09: 2nd Annual Newaygo County PAGAN AWARENESS DAY Sanctuary of the Stones
- 10/10/09 - 10/10/09: Mid-Michigan Body and Soul Festival Open Grove Society
- 10/17/09: Psychic Fair - Berkley, MI Your Spiritness Company
- 10/17/09: MICHIGAN'S WITCHES' BALL Michigan Witches' Ball Committee
- 10/24/09: Psychic Fair - Berkley, MI Your Spiritness Company
- 10/24/09 - 10/24/09: Witch Stock 09 Star Henge Hollow
- 10/30/09 - 11/1/09: The First Annual Samhain Festival The Coven of the Silver Crescent
- 10/31/09: Samhain Ritual Circle of Cosmic Inspiration


- Other organizations:
- Wolf Run Sanctuary-Multi-denominational Spiritual Center
and Wildlife refuge.
- Url: http://www.wolfrunsanctuary.org/

Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/midmichigan_pagans/

- Circle of Cosmic Inspiration: We are an open minded group that welcomes all religions- be it Curious Christians, Pondering Pagans or Wondering Wiccans! Circle of Cosmic Inspiration works hard to promote religious tolerance by being an active and healthy contributor to the community.

Email Silver at: Silver_gr@comcast.net and put in subject line please Circle Of Cosmic Inspiration

Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Circle_of_cosmic_inspiration/
- Metaphysical Stores in our area:

- Gypsies:
- 510 third street, Bay City, MI
- Yummy deli, great coffee, lots of metaphysical stuff galore...Friendly helpful staff!!
- Url: http://www.gypsies.biz/

- Celtic Moon- a new metaphysical store that just opened this week!! It is located on M-20. More information to come in next show!

Helpful Resources:
Michigan Pagan Yellow Pages: By Gordon Ireland..(Michigan Witches Ball –one of the organizers) Very informative list of pagan business clergy and more! Can download a copy here:
http://paganwebmaster.com/pwm/index.php?option=com_wrapper&view=wrapper&Itemid=92

http://pagansoftheworld.com/

This is a Pagan Portal, that is an online resource for Pagans, Wiccans and Witches', providing in depth information on a varied range of areas, including, WebZines, Moon Phases, The Sabbats, Horoscopes, Links Directory, Interactive Book of Shadows, Pagan Friend Finder, Chat Room and Forums for the discussion of Pagan topics. It is the purpose of Earth Spirits Web 2.0 Pagan Portal to promote a friendly and enjoyable environment for the discussion of all Pagan Paths.

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Namaste until next time!

Thanks so all you listeners, chatters for making our first show a success!!!!!!!
Next Show will be Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 5pm EST. The topic will be Samhain !!

Be Well!