Category Archives: * Florida Pagan/Wiccan Scene

Walking the Same Path in a Different Way

Posted on June 7, 2013 by
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Sometimes, it’s not about finding a new direction in life ~ Sometimes, it’s all about walking the same Path in a different way. In the past few years, my world turned upside down. We lost our house in Hurricane Wilma resulting in a journey filled with unbelievable financial and legal issues eventually having to recently sell our home to avoid bankruptcy. Throughout this process, there have been deaths in our family as well as medical issues plaguing both my husband and myself. Our eldest made the determination that becoming a lawyer was beneath him, so he decided to pursue a … Continue reading →

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Thank the Goddess for Pagan Activists ~ Especially for Florida Lately

Posted on May 30, 2013 by
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Florida has been on quite a roll lately.  Aren’t we just the hubbub of activity these days? In April of this year, our good friend and one of the pioneering pagan children’s authors, Kyrja Withers, and her husband underwent severe threatening harassment, which began with people screaming expletives and honking as they drove by, progressing to a pellet gun being fired at her house, and then escalating to two acid bombs being tossed into her front yard. This, of course, would cause any family extreme fear and stress about any further harassment and the level to which it might continue … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Newest Festival ~ The Lake Okeechobee Summer Solstice Pagan Festival (06/19-06/23/13)

Posted on May 29, 2013 by
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There’s been quite a buzz throughout the Pagan and Wiccan Community here in Florida about a new festival called The Lake Okeechobee Summer Festival, which is being held over the Midsummer Solstice. This, of course, peeked out curiosity immensely, so we chased down Tom Evans and Bruce Mullins to answer some of the many questions going around about this new festival.  Hopefully, the following will answer many of the questions circulating about the Community. Unfortunately, there has been a negative reaction by a small percentage of the locals.  We ask, therefore, that we support this new festival and exercise patience … Continue reading →

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Florida Pagan & Wiccan Scene Weekly 03/28/12

Posted on March 28, 2012 by

Be sure to check the website at Florida Pagan & Wiccan Events for more in-depth information regarding festivals, gatherings, sabbats, music concerts, and other events of interest as well as various contact information such as CUUPS, as well as a list of drumming circles throughout Florida. Next Sabbat: Beltaine – 05/01/12 Tuesday Moon Phase: 1st Quarter (Waxing Moon): 03/30/12 Friday Items of Note: 03/31/12 ~ Last day to register for $105 until prices go up to $115 for 05/03 – 05/06/12 Ocala – Florida Pagan Gathering Beltaine Upcoming Florida Events: 03/31 – 04/08/12 Miami – Florida Renaissance Festival – Key Biscayne 04/06 – … Continue reading →

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Phoenix Phyre Ostara 2012 ~ Sunday 03/25/12 & Post Game Thoughts

Posted on March 27, 2012 by
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Closing ritual was held on Sunday morning at Phoenix Phyre, but I didn’t attend because, as I am sure everyone has figured out at this point, I don’t do morning anything well. So while I spent time with last minute chats with cherished friends, The Abyss packed away our stuff and trying to leave the site as it was before we came.  Then there were, of course, goodbyes, hugs, and exchanges of contact information before we hopped into the car for the long drive home. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ POST GAME ~ What did we think about Phoenix Phyre Ostara 2012? In discussions … Continue reading →

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Phoenix Phyre Ostara 2012 ~ Saturday 03/24/12

Posted on March 27, 2012 by
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Saturday was another stumble to the First Aid Tent for a cup of coffee and a period of malaise in a camp chair. (I’m so predictable in the mornings.) Then, we headed off to walk around for a little bit stopping by to see the Rupert’s Tales show that Kyrja & Randy presented at Phoenix Phyre. Our son thoroughly enjoyed the tales and songs. If you have never sat in on one of these children’s workshops, it is worthwhile and enjoyable even for adults. Afterwards, Kyrja and Randy stopped by to visit our hearth. Always love spending time with her … Continue reading →

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Zombies in Florida? Who knew?

Posted on March 17, 2012 by
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Apparently, there has been an outbreak of zombies in Florida lately which begets an important question in the Community.  Should we accept zombies as a group under the category of Pagans? Pagans and Wiccans have long held a policy of non-discrimination in their religious beliefs.  We warmly welcomed those that have been considered the outcasts and unwanted from the mainstream and have been blessed by the strength, commitment and dedication those people have brought to our religious beliefs.  But Zombies?  Do we have a place for Zombies?  Regardless, you have to admit that we do love our walking dead. Personally, … Continue reading →

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