Cymraes' Corner

The wonders of modern technology bring you this blog from the field or rather wood! Which is where I am right now! What once I would have scribbled in my note book and then transferred to my journal, can now be done via thus electronic device directly from the place that inspires me! I came … Continue reading »

From Paul Huson‘s excellent “Mastering Witchcraft”: Oak logs will warm you well, That are old and dry. Logs of pine will sweetly smell But the sparks will fly. Birch logs will burn too fast, Chestnut, scare at all; Hawthorne logs are good to last- Cut them in the fall. Holly logs will burn like wax, … Continue reading »

Mary McAndrews is a wonderful artist! I’ve been looking through her site and thought it more than worth sharing with you Dear Reader – *do* take a peek… especially if you draw, paint, or photograph things in nature – she’s got lots of hints and tips to share, and share she does! I love the … Continue reading »

It with some excitement, Dear Reader that I can tell you about the latest offering from the excellent peeps at Avalonia  Books… The Grimoire of Arthur Gauntlet Edited by David Rankine A 17th century London Cunning-man’s book charms, conjurations and prayers Now available for pre-orders! A little to wet your appetite: “This is a unique … Continue reading »

With the turning of the moon this month, my attention turned to the herbs coming up to flower in the garden. As a plant puts all of it’s energy into it’s flowers, the best time to harvest is just as the first buds are about to burst. So on a sunny day, within the correct … Continue reading »

It’s a warm summers day, and you have nothing to do than what pleases you – so you climb into your car, with a good map, coat (incase the weather turns) and walking stick and follow your instincts which say go where the heart wants. You hit the road and travel south, where the flat … Continue reading »

In rather bizarre circumstances, I found myself uttering Victor Meldrews famous catch phrase in surprised disbelief; I really don’t believe (shakes head) what I’ve witnessed over the last 24 hours or so, here on the internet! But before I launch into a full rant; first a pre-amble… The other day, I was dead chuffed for … Continue reading »

Tonight is the penultimate night of the full moon of May – a night which is sacred to Hekate, Goddess of the Crossroads. On this night, devotees across the world gather together to pay Her homage through the rite concived and written by Sorita D’Este;  Her Sacred Fires. The veil is shimmering with anticipation…

Blessed with the warmth of the sun streaming in through my windows, the day is spoiled by yet another cold wind. This spring cannot come quick enough, even if it is cold! Signs are now, abundant. With the snowdrops over, the many glorious multi-coloured carpets of crocus bring joy to the Soul. The Forsythia is … Continue reading »

Dear Reader, you know how much I deplore plagiarism now don’t you? Try as we might, it’s out there, rearing it’s ugly head continually! I’m fed up with it and I dare say you are too! It brings out the grumpy pixie in me – my alter ego – my dark side… Mr Grump the … Continue reading »

I thought it was time for a new look – it’s March 1st tomorrow and spring is in the air! Funny how I’ve chosen an autumn picture tho! Thanks to WP and the theme I’ve chosen, both background and the header are, as they say “customisable”! (Note to self – take more spring pics). I’m … Continue reading »

The World turns and within the grand scheme of things the mists part, revelations are revealed and the plot thickens… such is life eh? When the whole picture is obscured nothing is as it seems; nothing, however skilfully hidden, remains invisible for ever – the mists part giving a slight glimpse, for a second or … Continue reading »

In astrology, each of the planets and sun signs are given their own symbol, known as a glyph. For the new student, these glyphs need to be learnt if they are to be able to look at a chart and read it like a book! It might be handy for the student to learn their … Continue reading »

Following the review on Amazon as to Zara Allcot’s book, Existence After Death and it’s comparison to Rochelle Moore’s plagiarised book Beyond The Third Eye, I decided to take a quick look and make a comparison of my own. I was saddened to find the following, and before you read on, I would just like … Continue reading »

It would seem, in an ironic twist of fate, that a certain author has in turn been plagiarised if this review is to be believed. (comments on the review make for interesting reading.) You will remember the ruckus of last year when the Blog Mistress, along with a few other good folk, ousted a certain … Continue reading »

I’ll be the first to point out the Tarot and I don’t get on – I’ve tried for years to make sense of the cards, but I finally realised I was flogging a dead horse and gave up. But that doesn’t mean to say divination per sae has passed me by! I’m a great fan … Continue reading »

…and as the season progresses your Blog Mistress, Dear Reader, is like the turbulence outside, settling into the year once more. The Blog is returning to normal; it’s been a strange year; the Blog has come under attack; friends have come and gone; some have returned to the Blogosphere – others have not… they will … Continue reading »

Exciting news from Orkney! A new Neolithic tomb has been unearthed, quite by accident it would seem too! While Orkney is not short on burial chambers from the Neolithic (think of the famous Maeshowe and the Cuween Burial chamber above Finnstown) what is so exciting is that this time the excavation can be seen via … Continue reading »

It was the eve of the full moon, in a land distant to her home; she had taken her usual evening walk, around the village, and tonight she has wandered down a path to the river, as the sun set, as if lead by an invisible force. Now found she had been lost in thought … Continue reading »

…the Blog Mistress and the nice people at WP have a niffty little trick up their sleeves that keeps all you nasty little ner-do-wells in check, so you’d do allot better than to *try* and leave any spam comments *here* let me tell you! So do you’re selves a favour and *don’t* try and spam … Continue reading »