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Good evening readers, I hope your week is finishing strong. I’ve been meaning to write about the movie Sinners. Which I finally sat down to watch it, I’m so thrilled to talk about, because I’m a big vampire film lover, I enjoy vampire television series, not so much Vampire Diaries…I tried, but I do like The Originals because it does take place New Orleans and there are werewolves and witches as well, always number one in my book if you have other species in the mix I think. But let’s brew about it!

I popped my favorite movie snack, popcorn and blanket and hit that remote like I meant business. I’ve been dying to watch this movie and it didn’t disappoint. It took place in the prohibition era, during a time where racism is riding high. I found it interesting and spoiler alert, they had a hint of the native culture there which I thought was really cool. The music was amazing and I love that they added a bit of magic to the music as well as healing.

It gave way that some people having the gift of music that could pierce the veil between the dead and the living called griots, I need to look into this more because this is fascinating, makes me think of video games with bards holding magic skills. Back to the plot it’s about twin brothers opening up a club/ speak-easy and they have just hired their cousin to perform when comes along three strangers wanting to be “invited in.” The first night is a hit, but as it where’s on these strangers don’t take no for an answer and all hell breaks loose.

The story was well written and went smoothly. I’m definitely going repeat watching this film to see if I miss any nuances I didn’t see the first time. What about you? Have you seen Sinners? Have you ever heard of griots? I think this is a perfect summer horror movie.

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Good morning readers, now I may be in the back yard, but I’m not getting into it about the garden too soon to show or say any progress. But with coffee in my hand my brain trailed off on all the goofy things I used to do as a kid. Not stepping on cracks, don’t walk under a ladder, and the ye ol’ “Bloody Mary” in the dark with your friends giggling behind you. But where did it come from? Let’s brew about it.

SO, why the mirror and Why Mary? Some the Bloody Mary part comes from Queen Mary I whom executed a LOT of people. but why do we call on her? What will she do for us other than scaring the shit out of yourself and your friends flinching at shadows. From what I gathered is that the only reason why it is assumed that it isQueen Mary I due to her extracurricular manslaughter activities. Whomever that is conjured up isn’t Queen Mary but rather an angry ghost, witch or ghoul, there isn’t any good to come of it, no granting of a command or wish and the being that’s suppose to come only does harm.

Now, the mirror, that has longer history, there used to be a ritual at night where a maiden is to walk upstairs backwards holding a hand mirror and a candle to light her way. Supposedly, you would see your future husband or future or if it goes badly you would see the reaper or darkness.

Either way though, it is nothing but a playful game played at a friend’s house or sleepover. But what are your thoughts? Have you heard of the origin? If you have leave a comment, I’d love to know!

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Good evening readers! Another spontaneous adventure out in Tampa, but as you guessed it I went to Busch Gardens. It was a long and fun day and my feet are totally barking, but it was great to stretch the legs and see some attractions. Let’s brew about it!

Now, I remember whenI was younger Busch Gardens was a big deal like Sea World, The Metro Zoo, it was up there with Disney and Universal, but walking into Busch Gardens gate it felt a little, lackluster. The structures were beautiful but worn, idealistic Moroccan or Asian or African in style, even Egyptian. But it looked, tired? Rough around the edges, I guess is what I am getting at. Not that I didn’t have fun but maybe it was a bit more of a vibe I was getting?

I really enjoyed the zoo areas, where it was almost like an off the beaten path, they had Chimpanzees, Gorillas, and Tigers, even a Tiger topiary which I really wanted to take home. However, I never got the chance to see the tigers (tigers are my favorite animal right up there with polar bears.) But the giant tortoises were wonderful to watch and so were the penguins. Although I believe the elephant dancing to the music playing on the speakers took the cake for me.

Ride-wise though, the SheiKra was one of my favorite rides, that one definitely got my heart pumping what with hall tall it went in the sky, but it was the slight hold at the top that got me before I was plummeted into twists and turns. The wait wasn’t long and I rode it multiple times. The Congo River Rapids ride was very nice. I also enjoyed the mine ride, however I feel they could have added more to the attraction like it was missing an element.The wait time on this one took a while and it’d be nice to have something going on more while I waited but that is just a minor detail.

All and all it was a great visit, better than shuffling around the house in my sweatpants and binging another 48 hours that I’ve probably seen a million times (not that that’s a bad time). What are your thoughts? What’s your favorite ride? Should I revisit during the Halloween Horror Nights? Is there a specific Busch Gardens that you recommend?

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Good Afternoon, readers! Usually I write on Thursdays, but I’m noticing sometimes there has to be a pivot. Especially when it comes to spontaneous spelunking into Renaissance fairs. I happened to be carousing the internet Thursday and seen that it was the last weekend for the St. Petersburg faire and naturally, I love the faire and jumped at it. So Let’s brew about it!

It wasn’t a large faire and more of a pop up which is exciting and interesting. When I got there it was in full swing. The sights and sounds were amazing and venders I never seen before., which is always exciting. Of course the usual suspects were there, the hand drawn rides, turkey legs, and the gentleman that precariously runs on the large balancing wheel, The Wheel of Death.

BUT there were other attractions that were free, such as the pirate journey where you can traverse each section learning about candle making and exotic animals, magic, play chess with a pirate and more! There was also some metal/ Celtic music played by Daridel, which was exciting as in-between sets they talked about the history of the Celtic music. I did purchase from a couple of venders, Dew Berry Hill I purchased a mandrake ginger jelly from a wonderful lady with an assortment of delicious jellies.

I also, purchased a beautiful candle from Mad Element from Nicole! She was very kind and enlightening. Nicole has been working with crystals for ten years creating different products for manifestation and healing. I couldn’t decide on which one to purchase but settled on a candle for abundance, but I can’t wait to purchase more of her beautiful things! Please, follow her for more amazing creations! https://madelement.com

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Good morning readers! I hope all is well and that the month of May is doing nothing but filling your days with abundance. The full moon of May is on the 12th and though its early by almost a week I wanted to dive further as to why it’s called “the Flower Moon,” let’s brew about it!

The Flower Moon is called this because of the fact that the flowers are coming into themselves and everything is in full swing i.e. animals, crops, bursting with life. The old saying “April showers brings May flowers” comes to mind. This is also, the Scorpio energy a time of transformation of healing and honoring those before us. Shedding away what doesn’t work for us and healing old wounds, is a part of that transformation, if it’s not working or being used, LET IT GO! It’s easier said than done, but it’s a definite weight off the shoulders that’s for sure. Taking the time to honor our ancestors, utilizing their wisdom can help empower ourselves but others around us.

May is jammed packed with movement like my previous post about Beltane, it’s all about abundance and it’s not all sexualized but growth and abundance in ourselves so we can be our best selves possible. There are different ways to honor the Flower Moon in Scorpio decorating your altar with flowers, pictures of loved ones that have passed, taking the time to reconnect with nature, and acknowledging the past with acceptance of what doesn’t work for you right NOW and letting go. Also, give yourself gratitude and appreciate your growth so far this year no matter how small it seems, you’ve a difference and it FEELS good.

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Good morning readers and happy Beltane! It’s an exciting time as the weather heats up, letting us know it’s summer! The seeds planted in spring are growing and my older plants are flourishing, I feel excited about the possibilities, what about you? Let’s brew about it!

Beltane was originally celebrated by the Celtics aka Irish, Scottish and the Isle of Man. I can see why bonfires were held as it can get or be pretty cold in the Northern hemisphere. Also, found out Beltane is associated with the god Bel or Belenus. The popular show Outlander mentions Beltane when Claire travels back in time ( another reason why I was excited to celebrate.)

I decided to decorate the garden with ribbons since some of plants are in bloom and it feels rather festive out here. Later this evening I’ll start our fire pit, and I already have the logs set. Even though planting plants isn’t a part of Beltane I decided to plant a butterfly plant and a Passion flower vine since they’ll eventually have flowers and bring pollinators in an abundance.

I hope you’re enjoying the holiday big or small either by yourself or with a small group.

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Good morning readers! I hope all is well. The week is almost up, I really enjoyed watching and writing about The Death of a Unicorn, and I hope you did too!. But it seems another pagan holiday has come around the corner, Osteros was all about rebirth and renewal, but Beltane is for summer, let’s brew about it!

Now, I talked about Osteros and how it revolves around setting the intentions for rebirth(string over) and renewing or amending original intentions. Beltane is about abundance and fertility. Kind of how in spring things are just acting to”wake up i.e. plants, eggs are being incubated, but summer is when things are in full fiery force! It’s about sensuality, fertility, abundance and union.

In fact, one of the oldest traditions is weaving ribbons around a maypole. Why does this tradition have anything to do with fertility you might ask? Well the maypole represents masculine energy because its shaped like a phallus symbol while the ribbons are feminine energy. The act of the ribbons wrapping around the pole symbolizes the union of god and goddess.

Beltane is the 1st of May, which is this is coming Thursday! Things to do to celebrate Beltane is to decorate with flowers, lighting a bonfire, dancing, feasting, all done in abundance and shared with others! How will you celebrate Beltane?

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Good evening readers! I usually post in the morning, BUT I seen that the Death Of a A Unicorn has finally arrived. I don’t know about you but I prefer to watch a thriller or horror movie at night. Knowing that there was something waiting for me at te end of the day made the work day easier to grind, so let’s brew about it!

Popcorn freshly popped I nestled in and let the camera (tv) roll. I know that it was going to be a bit of a B movie, because who does a take on a killer unicorn? I don’t know, but it’s been a long time coming. The concept that unicorns can be deadly not innocent really peaked my interest. The is about a recently widowed father, Paul Rudd and his daughter, Jenna Ortega, who is trying to climb the work ladder and constantly puts his daughter’s opinions to the backseat. The employer and his family are very self absorbed and act like their “kindness” is a gift towards humanity.

It gets bloody real quick in the movie, but I love how the daughter discovers the “real” story about unicorns and that they were actually violent creatures if provoked and had healing properties if not a fountain of youth. There are more twists and turns to the story, but it is crazy to me how fast a living creature can be turned into test subject and bottled for money in a blink of an eye versus looking at it from a more humane point of view. What’s the motivation? Money and vitality, which ultimately at its core is greed. There is character development and jokes in between but all in all it’s a great watch.

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Good morning readers! I hope you are well and enjoyed the Easter holiday. Instead of lounging this morning in my usual spot, which I did sit and daydream. I decided to get down and dirty in the garden. I was inspired by the Ostara tradition. Let’s brew about it.

I checked off the egg coloring from the list over the weekend and relaxed, what about you? It was a beautiful sunny day and it wasn’t too hot. But back to me getting dirt under my nails. Ostara is about rebirth and new beginnings and part of honoring Ostara traditions is to sow seeds and I have a ton of those. Plus, what with all the baking and breakfast making I kept the broken egg shells to use as organic seedling pots. I also kept the egg carton as well to keep them from rolling about until it’s time to plant them into a pot or the ground.

BUT what seeds to plant? i live in Florida so unlike other states, I can technically grow anything whenever throughout the year which is a blessing. Besides the seed dilemma the lonely cucumber plant bit the dust( it was too hot and way too much sun where I had planted it.) So, the new beginnings for the vegetable fruit garden is in planning mode. Maybe peppers and zucchini would be a better fit, perhaps grapes. I also, thought about sectioning off a corner for a tea garden and possibly blueberry bushes.

However, the seeds I have are more for pollinators like butterflies, hummingbirds and caterpillars. So, I bought a beautiful passion flower vine, an African butterfly plant and a butterfly bush called a Black Knight. I hada Black Knight before not only are the flowers a deep purple but the flowers had a sweet and fresh smell to them. Currently one of the pots have the flowers in question.

I feel that though this post is about gardening renewal/ rebirth should also, be about making new choices. What goals are you making?Have they worked or did you need to let them go? Have you needed to pivot from the goal you started last week and found abetter path to tread? I’d love to know what you’re getting into.

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Good morning and Happy Good Friday Eve readers! Last Saturday i ventured to The Raven Moon and it so happened to be the “pink” full moon or the first full moon of spring and I started to wonder what does that spell for Easter or the pagan holiday Ostara? Who came first? Let’s brew about it!

Now, Easter is the celebration of Jesus rising from his grave after being dead for three days. The first known recording of the resurrection is as far back as 325 B.C. Ostara is a little more difficult to pinpoint due to the fact that Anglo-Saxons didn’t have the ability to write and most of their rituals or celebrations were done by word of mouth. BUT some say it’s the 6th or 7th century which is crazy how far back that is. However, it could be further since again done by word of mouth plus the Christian church tried to rid their practices and forcing their beliefs onto them.

And here is where the two collide or rather the Christian church tried to convert the Anglo-Saxons to their religion by blending the two beliefs together. Ostara or Eostre are one in the same, a goddess of fertility and rebirth, Eostre is the German word for Easter. Naturally, the church used that as their spearhead to convert the Anglo-Saxons. So out goes the goddess of spring of fertility and in comes the Lord and Savior or were the two birthed around the same time?

Either way, both represent rebirth and new beginnings for the greater good of mankind. Celebrating that though winter time is dark there will always be spring to bring things back to life or the shedding of what is no longer needed so that something new and better can fill it’s place. The ways to celebrate Easter or Ostara is with decorating eggs, planting seeds and celebrating the longer days filled with warmth and light. But what do you think? Which was first the chicken or the egg or rather Easter or Ostara( Eostre) ?

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