have been fighting with the idea of what is Evil and what is good. I am learning how to become a medium this process has given rise to so  many fears deep within myself that  in some senses it  might  have thus far deprived me of a closeness to at least 2 of my patrons because of  their stigma  of evil and their association with what is viewed as evil. It is time for us to stop equating pagan gods with who is good and who is evil. This siding of good and evil is a bi-product of Judeo-Christan religions that more often than not becomes twisted because those who teach do not know the history behind what they teach.

Some of the most purist forms of paganism still exists in Africa there gods have the temperament of humans or the capacity to be kind or cruel (I am not saying that many pagans here in the states or in other parts of the world do not view their gods this way I am sure many individuals do however in recent months as I troll websites for information and struggle within myself to allay my fears I have seen especially from those who seem to be of a heathenism faith in their reference about Loki seen more and more gods equated with evil), Hyena (from Africa), and Coyote (from native America culture) share this “rambunctious” spirit causing mischief and sometimes death with what often in their myths appears to be reckless abandon.

However these beings that trick, bring strife, kill, or even in Loki’s case bring about the end of the world are not EVIL these beings are necessary for human growth and evolution we need to be tested to learn and grow. What I ask you would be the point of this existence if we had no challenges, no great struggle against something, no catalyst for these lessons?

Loki is a patron of mine as well… I know I know (he and Lucifer are friends what a big surprise there right) it was not by my choice I was told with some force that I was to take him by my spirit guide and you just don’t tell Yuki (my guide) no No one does. I didn’t trust him, he is evil I thought I don’t want to serve or deal with the god that brings forth the destruction of the world from not only his seed but his actions as well…he seeks it. 

Loki is not evil or cruel…he is funny, and selfish, impulsive, and cunning at the same time but evil no. You see what many seem to fail at seeing is the Norse gods are mortals plain and simple and as much as those who serve them do not want to see them harmed, and so equate the harmer  with evil, they too must die (just a lot slower than the rest of us); now that does not stop them from trying to scheme their way out of it (believe it or not Odin is the biggest schemer of them all and to the contrary of what people will say he will stop at nothing to win deception is not beneath him either) but Loki will never fail to put himself first (which means starting the war anyway in the hopes that it will be he that escapes death and becomes the ruler of the Aesir) therefor bringing about the new age that is described in Volupso.

I guess what i am trying to say here is that when learning to become closer to ourselves through paganism or Wicca we must learn that even fear is not what it seems it is scary to open your heart to a being the rest of the world may find evil, blasphemous, or down right imaginary. But when we begin to see that spirits not just deity, but many other manner of spirits as well are here to help us some have even put off going into “bliss” to help us on our journey do not fear them this can only be discribed as an act of love… love them back

This was said to me by a dragon named Calaest (Sa- lay- ist) during one of my channeling sessions when i asked how do i get past the fear (you see my normal method of communication is via a spirit board which has proven to be an invaluable tool it has served to verify notion I have had ewhere they were coming from, and have provided a deeper connection to deity for me… I have been hoping to move into trance work but the thought of allowing something to “take over” my body even if it is just enough to speak scares the crap outta me)   He said, “you must trust and accept that no harm will come.”

We are so quick to perceive harm even if all we are experiencing is growth.

Blessings to you all

Athena Incense
1 oz (30gm) cedarwood chips
1/2 oz (15gm) camphor
7 drops musk oil

Sweetgrass, rosemary, sandalwood, rose and bay essential oils

Or 

Athena Anointing Oil (1 Tbsp Organic Olive Oil, 2 drop Lavender oil, 1 drop Bergamot and 1 drop sage oil. I enjoy the one with olive oil, try these and see how you like them they are found recipes (ones I found on other sites and decide to put them up here in one place)

I chose a day wednesday,  to give offerings to Athena as well as her tradtional days of the 3rd and 13th.

My offerings consist of a burnt offering (incense), a small votive candle, and 3 or four (as fresh as I can find them) olives (she asks for ones with the pits in them) I must pit them and plant the pits (we both know they won’t grow I am in the wrong climate and most olives you get for eating have been treated or frozen to prevent spoilage but she demands that I do this so i do), the flesh of the olive is offered in olive oil she seems to be fond of these things

I say a small prayer to her then in a place in my back yard I pour the olives and oil out and let the candle burn down I do not snuff it.

Others may have different method’s this is mine and for now it works for me. 

If I want to honor her in special way I make her something (such as prayer beads i made from olive colored jade owls, olive wood, and olive agate as well as owl wing spacers)or find small owl figurines to adorn her statue (I have a small statue of her in a home shrine)   

I often have conversations with her when i am alone and driving she is a goddess that is ever close and this a way to commune with her. I feel her as s tingle or goosebumps (like a pressure change) her smooth voice speaks to me (in my head) like a warm blanket she is always there to comfort and guide me.

Many praise, and blessing to my lady Athena, thank you for your many gifts.

I have never been much of a writer but here is a small verse that somewhat expresses my feeling for the Goddess Athena

O’ mighty  goddess of wisdom  

Can they know the know the love you give

Sweetest protectoress lovely goddess

I honor thee

Constant friend guide protector fierce mother

I adore thee

Lady of the owl and dove truest Athena

I worship thee

Days of the Third and Thirteen may they be revered

I exalt in thee

Familiar friend mother light of my heart blessed lady

I love thee

This blog is dedicated to the beautiful goddess of wisdom. It is my sincerest hope to bring her followers an outlet to rediscover her gentle kindness and love. Journey with me into knowledge, wisdom and crafts with the goddess who is ever close and always near; feel her presence and know you are not alone.  Your mother, your patron, your goddess, the multifaceted mother of Athens is always with you.  It seems that it has been far too long that the mysteries of the old ones have been kept secret like some unattainable prize held over the heads of the masses bound by oath, or  given only to the chosen few. The truth is every one of us is deserving of experiencing the mysteries of the goddess and have the ability to do so as well; look inside and begin to find reverence for the cycles of life, the many small deaths and rebirths in your life, there you will find the goddess to great you and Athena to lead you to the path of wisdom, grace, and love.