No Post This week

Hi,

I'm sorry but there will be no post this week. After baking treats and cooking Christmas meal I totally forgot to write them this past Saturday and Sunday was Christmas Eve I did not even realize that it was the day I normally write them on. Heck, didn't even think about them until 9 this morning.

Sorry for that, but next week I'll be back on schedule.

Hope all had a Merry Christmas and are roaring up for a wonderful New Year.

Julia

Note For My Followers

The week of December 24- December 29 there will be no post. I am taking that week to be with family. 

I wish you all a Happy Holiday, Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. enjoy your time with family and friends.

Julia

Demon of the Week: Lilitu

Have you ever heard of Lilu? I hadn’t, but she is mixed up among today’s demon choice. Lilitu, is the counterpart of Lilu. She is a demon-triad formed by Lilu, the male, Lilitu, the female).and Ardat Lili, the handmaid.

I know that might be hard to follow, so I’m going to shorten even further if I can. The three in the triad is Lilu, Lilitu, and Ardat Lil.

Lilu = the male

Lilitu = the female

Adrat Lili is a handmaid

Facts came from: https://www.demonicpedia.com/demons/list-of-female-demon-names/

Did you know . . .

Did you know that the Tree of Life is split into Four Aspects.

1.    Atziluth indicates Kether

2.    Briah includes Chokmah and Binah

3.    Yetzirah includes Chesed, Gerurah, Tipharerth, Netzach, Hod, and Yesod

4.    Assiah indicates Malkuth

Fact came from: pg 129 of Rituals, Spellcastig,&Sorcery Witchcraft Theory and Practice, by Ly De Angeles

Mythical Creature of the Week:

Sylph

Sylph, the elemental of air and wind. They look like beautiful, lively, slender young women. They are smaller than human women. In a mood and temperament they become changeable and unreliable. Supposedly they live among the top of mountains.

Fact came from: pg. 252 of  The Mythical Creatures  Bible by Brenda Rosen

Witch Term of the Week

Pastos

There are two story with Pastos, which in Greek means “Chest Coffin).

First one comes from ancient Egyptian myth. It states that the God Osiris was imprisoned and slain by his evil brother.

Second comes from the Golden Dawn, a term also used as a symbolic coffin of Christian Rosenkreutz, who was identified with that of Osiris.

Facts came from:  pg. 363 of The New Encyclopedia of the Occult by John Michael Greer

Opening Line from Photo

This week I’m doing an opening line based off of a photo I found online. I’d love for you to join me this week by sharing an opening line of your own.

Photo from: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/AZDF323y_SqvnX6jEbOhqTSegR2GEn4VgiYZV21uNCKpq0aEa_O1tn0/

My Opening Line: Two hands were typical, three unexpected but manageable, four was a death sentence among the Under Universe.

Did you know . . .

The word Drys equals “oak” in Greek, therefore Dryads are specifically a nymphs of oak trees.

Fact came from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dryad

Opening Line from Photo

This week I’m doing an opening line based off of a photo I found online. I’d love for you to join me this week by sharing an opening line of your own.

Photo from: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/597852919254807591/

My Opening Line: Soft kiss generated a light amethyst whirlwind around her pure energy Unicorn arm. 

Opening Line from Photo

This week I’m doing an opening line based off of a photo I found online. I’d love for you to join me this week by sharing an opening line of your own.

Photo from: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/493284965428368590/

My Opening Line: She’d struck quick and left her crime scene slower than a turtle, not caring if anyone saw her.

Demon of the Week

Yasha is a human reincarnated into a vampire bat. This demon comes from Japanese.

Fact came from: http://www.lizaphoenix.com/encyclopedia/y.shtml

Did you know . . .

It is thought that Demon, Damon, or whichever way you prefer to address the evil spirits, might have came from the Greek.

Fact came from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demon

Mythical Creature of the Week

Grither is from a shorty story titled Seasons of Belief by Michael Bishop. Grither came from Rage of all the sailors who became lost and adrift a ship. The story does not explain why Grither kills, besides for selfish pride. He lived in the hull of an ancient packet ship in the arctic circle in a cave on the opposite side of a mountain range flanking Santa’s Workshop. He has excellent hearing to hear when someone speaks his name, because he will hunt that person down murder them, because he believes himself special enough his name should never be spoken. He can be deterred if the victim finishes the story of the Grither that details his creation and general MO before the Grither arrives, a story few know.

Facts came from: http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Grither

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Detective Walt Bell made decisions all the time, that changed people’s lives. Never once did he think he would be facing the one in front of him. He’d thought leaving the Haven Society Hive had been the worst one he’d face in life. Fate must have other thoughts. The one that loomed in front of his Bear Therianthropy ass could put him in a major bind. What was he to do? How was he to respond? Sure not like he had for the last two weeks. Sitting on his ass and watching. 

Witches Altar

I was surfing images of altars the other day while I had some downtime, and thought I’d share this particular one. It’s not fancy, or even bright, or dark, with colors like the others, but I found the article linked to the photo interesting.

Photo came from: https://serpent77.wordpress.com/2016/04/01/a-is-for-altars/

Demon of the Week

Bifron can create strange lights above tombs of the dead.

Fact came from: https://www.demonicpedia.com/demon-quick-list/

Did you know . . .

The Chinese Xiao is a creature described as an ape, or bird.

Fact came from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xiao_(mythology)

Mythical Creature of the Week

This week I chose the Cosmic Dragon. Cosmic dragon is the source earth and sky. If you wish to find more about this mythical creature then you can find a interesting facts at http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Cosmic+Dragon. It found the story there interesting. Hope you check it out.

Witchcraft Symbol

I was looking through some symbols the other day and ran across one that caught my attention. More like the information about it did.

Did you know that the CROSS was a symbol related to witchcraft before Christian adopted it. There is a different. The arms of the cross is equally length, whereas the crossbar being shorter. Why? The CROSS is witchcraft means balance. Witches may wear the symbol in order to gain balance in their live, or a reminder to maintain in balance. The ones who are marked with a cross on their wrist are ones who have mastered working and walking in balance.

Fact came from: http://www.cyberwitchcraft.com/witchcraft-symbols.html

Sorry MIA

Sorry I've been MIA this week with the post. I've been super busy trying to get the NaNoWrMo words written and then the holiday came about faster than I expected. LOL. There's been lots of time with family, which is great, but left me with limited time.

So, I wanted to share with you the things I've been up to.

Christmas Tree 2017

Christmas Wreath 2017

Christmas Ornaments 2017

(Dad did those paint by numbers in the middle of the Christmas stuff.)

Today my goal is finish up the free write of Human-Skinned Wolves Book 7 and meet the 50,000 words goal for the month.

Wish me luck.

Opening Line

This week I’m writing opening lines from photos found on Pinterest. I would love to hear what you would have wrote as an opening line.

Photo came from: http://www.gothichorrorandmore.com/post/166894371360/shellydinferno-narnia-forgot-to-tell-the-story-of

Opening Line:

The darkness had consumed her, no way around it, no matter how much royal blood she had, she was now a demon.

Did you know . . .

Did you know that the demon Bathin was also referred to as Mathim.

Fact came from: https://www.deliriumsrealm.com/bathin/

Opening Line

This week I’m writing opening lines from a photo that I found off of Pinterest. I'd love to hear what you would have written.

Photo came from: http://photobucket.com/gallery/user/rjraven97/media/bWVkaWFJZDo4NzU2OTcyOQ==/?ref=

Opening Line:

Once again Good came against Evil, which will win this hundred year battle.

Opening Line

This week I’m doing post where I write an opening line from a photo. I’d love to hear what you would write.

Photo came from: http://fuckyeahwicca.tumblr.com/image/14415324950

Opening line:

They knew not what lay ahead of them, but soon they’d pay for their sins.

Demon of the Week:

Delepitorae is a female demon of sorcery enlightenment.

Fact came from: https://www.demonicpedia.com/demon-quick-list/

Did you know . . .

Nagual or Nahual are humans who have the power to turn themselves into animals.

Fact came from: http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Nagual

What am I?

I am a creature from the Dominican Republic who some men see as beautiful. I am clothed in nothing but my hair and seduce those men believing me beautiful and then I lead them into the mountains to engage in intercourse and kill them. My feet are backwards.

I am a Ciguapa

Facts found at: http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Ciguapa

Crescent Moon

What does the crescent moon mean? I was not sure until I saw this pic on pinterest.

Crescent Moon means deepen resolve.

Found Pic at https://www.pinterest.com/pin/597852919256088890/

Demon Possession Photo?

Tell me if this is a representation of how you think a demon possession would take place?

Photo Came from: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/597852919256016080/

Did you know . . .

Did you know early modern fairies does not have one origin.

Fact came from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fairy

Happy Halloween

Today I thought I’d shared a photo of a mythical creature that I would have liked to dress up as for Halloween.

Photo came from: https://i.pinimg.com/originals/26/46/e0/2646e089996e58fce514eb1ee8046764.jpg

Elemental Photo

Here’s a nice photo dealing with Elements.

Photo came from: https://www.flickr.com/photos/glendacox/7240865130/in/photostream

Demon of the Week: Phooka

Phooka, funny name, is an Irish Demon that is a black being with glowing red eyes who takes the shape of a horse, dog, or giant bird.

Fact came from: http://www.lizaphoenix.com/encyclopedia/p.shtml

Did you know . . .

Did you know . . .

A Knocker, Knacker, was a spirit of the underground.

Fact came from: http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Knocker

Mythical Creature of the Week: Jormungandor

Jormungandor has several names among Norse Mythology.

-          Jormundgand

-          Midgardsormen

-          World Serpent

This creature is a sea serpent. He is the middle child of the giantess Angrbooa and Loki. According to legend Odin took three of Loki’s children, throwing them into the great ocean encircling Midgard. Jormunngandor was one of them. He grew big enough to surround Earth and grab his own tail. Yet, if he let go of his tail he would end the world.

Fact came from: http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Jormungandor

Research

Few post back,(not sure how long ago) I wrote some post about some research I was doing on becoming a Wicca. Today I did a bit more and liked the approach this site mentioned. It started out that you had to do the research and learn what the Wiccan Religion is. Second step was to choose your deities and develop relationship with them.

This is the one that got my attention. The other research book I read did not mention this aspect, which intrigued me. So, today I have a question for research purpose.

If anyone knows can you tell me if you have to build a relationship with the chosen deities, or not?

Fact came from: https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Wiccan

Demon of the Week

Who am I?

Dark female force among the Order of the Nine Angels.

I am the demon Aosoth.

Fact came from: https://www.demonicpedia.com/demon-quick-list/

Did you know . . .

Chimera ravaged the country side of Lycia in Anatolia.

Fact came from: http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Chimera

Mythical Creature – Asag

Asag comes from a Sumerian mythological poem. Asag, a monstrous demon whose presence makes fish boil alive in rivers. It is said that when he goes into battle he is accompanied by an army o frock demons, offsprings, born of his combining with the mountains themselves.

Fact came from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asag

Wicca Symbols - Eleven Star

A seven-pointed star, or as the Faerie tradition of Wicca calls it, The Eleven Star, is a reminder that seven is a sacred number in many traditions. This symbol is connected to the seven days of the week, the seen pillars of wisdom, and other magical theories.

Fact came from: http://www.ancient-symbols.com/pagan_symbols.html

Demon of the Week: Zaltys

Zaltys is a small guardian snake who brings good fortune.

Fact came from: http://www.lizaphoenix.com/encyclopedia/z.shtml

Did you know . . . .

Eadha is the nineteenth letter of the Ogham alphabet

Fact came from: pg. 143 of the New Encyclopedia of the Occult by John Michael Greer

Mythical Creature of the Week

Who am I?

According to the Paracelsus, who described me as a wisp of fire with a wrathful disposition, assigning me to be the elemental of fire.

Salamander

Fact came from page 254 of The Mythical Creatures Bible by Brenda Rosen

Hermetic Quaternary

One of the required understanding to the theory and practice of witchcraft is the Hermetic Quaternary. Which consist of four parts. To Know. To Will. To Dare. To Keep Silence. This is an image of a triangle inside a circle. To know is the bottom of the triangle. To dare is the left slant of the triangle. To will is the right slant of the triangle. Keep silence is the circle.

To Know or Earth tells us that there is power in knowledge.

To Will or Air tells us that power and discipline is the device of creation.

To Dare or Fire tells us you have to know how to mediate and focus. Basically you are willing to create now do it.

To Keep Silence or water tells us that silence is a potent reserved power.

Facts came from: http://solitaire-ali.blogspot.com/2008/10/hermetic-quaternary.html

Author’s Question

One of the biggest thing that I love is to write at while sipping on a cold Ice Coffee. (I make my own mixture.) So, I was wondering what is one thing that you love to do while working. What helps you get by the tough part of the day?

Demon of the Week

Anneberg, is the German demon of mines.

Fact came from: https://www.demonicpedia.com/demon-quick-list/

Did you know . . .

Did you know the Chochon is a transformation of the powerful Kalkus (Mapuche Sorcerer).

Fact came from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chonchon

Mythical Creature

Who is the giant size sea monster that dwells off the coast of Norway and Greenland?

I am the Kraken.

Fact came from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kraken 

Wicca Facts

Wicca, or as it was originally knowns as, Pagan Witchcraft was developed in England in the first half of the 20^th Century, but the public came to know it in 1954 when Gerald Gardner introduced it.

Fact came from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicca

Ramble Day

This week I’ve been working hard on edits on another book. (Not mentioning title yet. Sorry.) I’m trying to get this one tidied up before the middle of October, so that I can start with a clean slate for NaNoWrMo 2017. I’m super excited about that. I’ve not had much time to do lots of free writing lately, because of trying to tie up some other novels that I have ready for revision and edits. Sometimes you have to just bite the bullet and do the parts you aren’t the fondest of. (Not that I mind doing those parts, it’s just not the funniest. In my opinion.) On the good side, this means there will be lots of books for me to finish up over the next year and publish for your enjoyment.

Demon of the Week: Undines

An Undines is an elementary spirit of water. They are females who appear in the form of a human woman, but can assume the shape of a fish, or a snake. They cannot see us, but we can see them. They are anxious to enter the human realm to gain a human soul, because if they die before the soul arrives they disappear for life rather than living forever. They obtain the soul by producing a child with a man. However, most of the time they become attached  to a human in attempt to be of service to them. Most of the time they become attached to older women who are witches.

More facts can be found at: http://www.lizaphoenix.com/encyclopedia/undine.shtml

Did you know . . .

Did you know that a magical circle roots are said to be based from Arabic magic.

Fact Came from: Page 106 of The New Encyclopedia of the Occult by John Michael Greer

Mythical Creature of the Week: Thriae

Thriae , three Nymphs from Greek Mythology who are prophetic. Descriptions dating all the way back to the 7^th century BCE depicts them as having the head and upper body of  woman and the lower body of a bee including the wings. Apparently they lived under the Mount Parnassus and taught the divination to young Apollo.

Fact came from page 168-169 of The Mythical Creatures Bible by Brenda Rosen

Ligature

Ligature is magic performed when one ties a string, thread, or cord of one or more knots. This is commonly used for binding spells. In Ancient Greek sorcerers used this method to bind wind to give sailors fair weather.

In Wicca tradition ones being initiated measure themselves with a cord from head to toe, then tie two or three knots to mark their first, second, and third degree of their progress. These knots serve as a magical binding preventing their energy from dispensing.

Facts came from: Pg. 274 of The New Encyclopedia of the Occult by John Michael Greer

Inspirational Photo

Photo Came From: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/332914597440979814/

Demon of the Week

What is a reptilian spirit of the Maori tribe of New Zerland?

Taniwha

Fact came from: http://www.lizaphoenix.com/encyclopedia/t.shtml

Did you know . . .

Did you know that Therianthropy means the human ability to morph into an animal by shapeshifting.

Fact came from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Therianthropy

Mythical Creature of the Week: Changeling

Changeling are the offspring’s of either a fairy, troll, elf, or another legendary creature. These offspring are left in place of a human child. This aspect came from the medieval literature and created concerns of infants inflicted with unordianary medical conditions.

Fact came from: http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Changeling

Released

Collar of Truth Released today.

Get your copy at Amazon or read it for free through Kindle Unlimited

Time has come. Ethan Cooper has been confined by silver for long enough. His warriors stood behind the wall, waiting for his signal. He would soon be among his hidden warriors, preparing the final steps for eliminating Juan, a half demon, half werewolf. Monster. Murder. A man who Ethan Cooper would serve justice to. Not only for the death of his father, but the harm done to each werewolf in the New Beginning Moon Area. Easy task. Right? Wrong? Trouble lay ahead. Biggest being creating cohesion between him and his two predestined mates. Was it possible? Could three people with different personalities work as one?

Learned a new fact. There is a difference between the Church of Satan symbol and the Neo-Pagans symbol. Take a look below

Photo came from:

https://www.google.com/search?q=wicca+photos&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS758US758&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjsh5CRmKzWAhVKSiYKHT29CCQQsAQIJw&biw=1366&bih=638#imgdii=OqyXfQaKZtfMjM:&imgrc=uLX4N7PWkRdjQM: 

Writing Challenge

This week I’d like for you to write a first line for the photo I found.

Here is mine:

I stood there looking up at the dull gray, spooking , Munster style house.

Photo Came From: http://everydaytrifles.tumblr.com/post/69984180987

Demon of the Week: Callicantzaros

Callicantzaros is a Greek Vampire that can only roam on Christmas Day and the 12 days after. It is said that the children born between this time are destined to be a Vampire. These Vampires are said to spend the rest of their time circling through the netherworlds, only to emerge on Christmas Day to seize people with it’s extended fingernails, tearing them into pieces.

Fact from: https://www.deliriumsrealm.com/callicantzaros/

Did you know . . .

Nachash is the serpent of the Tree of Knowledge

Fact came from: The New Encyclopedia of the Occultdia of the Occult by John Michael Greer

Mythical Creature of the Week: Nue

The Nue is from Japanese Folklore and is sometimes called Japanese Chimera. It is a hybrid with many animals. A monkey head, body of a raccoon dog, legs of tiger, and a snakes’ tail. He can transfer into a black cloud and fly around. He brings misfortune and illness. 

Fact came from: The Mythical Creature Bible by Brenda Rosen

Snippet from Collar of Truth Human-Skinned Wolves Book 5

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Raymond sighed so hard Ethan felt a vibration through the link. I guess. When are we leaving.

Didn’t Calvin tell you?

Ugh . . . Raymond’s stall was kind of cute, and brought a spring of happiness to the front of Ethan’s mind. He hadn’t told us. I overhead him talking to Thomas.

Ethan chuckled at how sneaky his mate was. You are such a good man, Master.

Oh, my Boy likes the idea of me sneaking around and eavesdropping on another Master Dom.

He wasn’t going to say so. His Master would end up making it a lesson for him the moment he came home and Ethan wanted to seal their trio the moment his mates arrived.

Wise decision, Boy.

I thought so, Master.

Boy, answer your Master.

At two, Master. Timbo and Job will meet you guys at the airport.

Nakhiel

Nakhielis the traditional and knowledge holder of ceremonial magic. He is also has a connection to the sun thanks to his planetary intelligence.

Fact came from: The New Encyclopedia of the Occult by John Michael Greer (page 319)

Inspirational Photo

This week I thought I’d give you a small photo challenge. I’ve added a photo below and would like to know your first thought about it. Can’t wait to hear some of them.

Photo came from: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/802133383603048668/

My first thought:

Loneliness and seclusion of a woman’s true side.

Demon of the Week – Belial

Belial means “Without God” in Hebrew. He is a major demon among the Jewish and Christian. The Lemgeton , he is a King who commands fifty legions and is saw as two angels with beautiful voices, and sits in a chariot of fire.

Fact came from: The New Encyclopedia of the Occult by John Michael Greer pg. 62

Did you know . . .

People have a misconception of Merfolks. Most believe them to be harmless, but in the older sense of the word they are referred to as monstrous.

This fact came from: Monsters An Investigatior’s Guide To Magical Beings by John Michael Greer

I have to agree with this since they are known for forming storms with singing and seducing hapless sailors in order to drown them.  Not sure how anyone could see such a creature as being harmless. 

Mythical Creature – WampusCat

The Wampus Cat is an American folklore creature This creature is a half mountain lion and half woman who stalks the forest of Eastern Tennessee. The Cherokee believed it to be a beautiful Native American woman. This creature came about after a woman hid beneath a mountain lion to listen to the stories told by men around a campfire. A medicine man discovered her and punished her by transforming her into a monstrous cat. Now she roams howling to protect her fat and seeking revenge.

Facts came from: The Mythical Creature Bible by Brenda Rosen

Butterflies Attributes

Surprising to me is that Butterflies have so many attributes related to magic. Here is a list of some of those.

-          Reincarnation magic

-          Transformation of personality and life.

-          Understanding where you are in the cycle of life.

Here is the chant that that goes along with the butterflies.

Beautiful creature, wings lit by the Sun,

Help me to know when this life is done

A new life awaits from the Spirits above,

My soul renew through the magick of love.

Facts came from: Animal Magick  by D.J. Conway pg 233

Inspirational Quote

I ran across today’s motivational quote while surfing the web. Hope you find it as encouraging as I did.

Photo came from: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/338192253259767902/

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HUMAN-SKINNED WOLVES BOOK 5

RELEASES September 18, 2017

PRE-RELEASE LINK

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Demon of the Week: Palden Lhamo

Have you ever heard of a guardian goddess that protected Tibet? I had not until I ran across this female demon names. Palden Lhamo.

Fact came from: https://www.demonicpedia.com/demons/list-of-female-demon-names/

Did you know . . .

Did you know Frescoes and seals of the Minoan portray the Life-giver, the Mistress of Animals.

Fact came from: Animal Magick  by D.J.Conway

Mythical Creature of the Week: Arachne

Arachne is a spider woman from Greek Mythology. She is a skilled weaver who lived in Lydia. She is said to be egotistical about her artistry. Boaster more about it than Athena, goddess of weaving and crafts.

Fact came from: The Mythical Creatures Bible by Brenda Rose

Witches Secret Names

Long ago being a Witch equaled death, so they used Witch Names. Covens function by these names along, to protect true identity if someone was captures and tortured to reveal names. Even today Witches enjoy using Witch Names. Choosing a name is said to inspire you to live up to your dreams, giving an energetic imprint into your future as a Witch.

Inspirational Quote

DON’T UNDERSTAND ME.

I KNOW MORE THAN I SAY, THINK MORE THANI SPEAK, NOTICE MORE THAN YOU REALIZE.

Came from: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/597852919255310818/

Demon of the Week

Mephistopholes aka Mesphito, a light shunner.

Fact came from: https://www.demonicpedia.com/demon-quick-list/

Did you know . . .

Did you know that Blackfeather is a large black crow like mythical creature.

Fact came from: http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Blackfeather

Mythical Creature of the Week: BabaYaga

Baba Yaga, a haggish character in Slavic Folklore. She kidnaps and most likely eats, small children. Lives in a hut tat stands on chicken legs and is portrayed as an antagonist, who is often saught out for wisdom. (Weird. Don’t think I would seek out a hag who eats people for wisdom.)

Fact came from: http://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/page/Baba+Yaga 

Snippet of Collar of Truth

Goddess Venus

Goddess of love and beauty, God of Venus, have statues across the world and pictures of her appear on greeting card sent by lovers. Venus’ counterpart is Aphrodite, which makes sense, considering she took on her attributes later on. Venus loved God Vulcan.

Facts found at: http://www.witchcraft.com.au/wicca_god.html

Inspirational Writing Challenge

Today I’m loading a photo that called to me soon as I spotted it. Mainly because it was an amazing shot of a wave overcasting everything I could imagine being caught  by it. So, that is why I wanted to challenge you to write a scene or an opening line from this photo. Can’t wait to see what you guys come up with.

Photo came from: http://inspiredmagz.com/20-amazing-nature-photography-will-wow/

My thought is an opening line:

It’s going to consume everything when it crashes. 

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Time has come. Ethan Cooper has been confined by silver for long enough. His warriors stood behind the wall, waiting for his signal. He would soon be among his hidden warriors, preparing the final steps for eliminating Juan, a half demon, half werewolf. Monster. Murder. A man who Ethan Cooper would serve justice to. Not only for the death of his father, but the harm done to each werewolf in the New Beginning Moon Area. Easy task. Right? Wrong? Trouble lay ahead. Biggest being creating cohesion between him and his two predestined mates. Was it possible? Could three people with different personalities work as one?

Pre-Release Link

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074TSB2XS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502844856&sr=8-1&keywords=collar+of+Truth+by+Julia+matthews