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Arizona in November
Here are the notes I'm sending down to the Irish Cultural Center through Erynn Rowan Laurie is the author of Ogam: Weaving Word Wisdom and A Circle of Stones: Journeys and Meditations for Modern Celts. She lives in Everett, Washington. Erynn has been a student of Irish and other Celtic cultures and mythologies for over twenty years. She has been a member of Seattle's Scottish Gaelic choir, Seirm, where she sang both alto and soprano, and has also studied Old and Modern Irish so that she could read myths and poetry in the original languages. Erynn has a deep interest in the poetic traditions of Ireland in both their historical and mythic resonances. She has written numerous articles on aspects of early Irish mythology and spirituality. Ogam: Past and Present -- A talk on the history and development of the Irish ogam alphabet, the earliest form of written Irish. We'll cover theories of origin, linguistic roots of the letter names, common misconceptions about the character and uses of the ogam alphabet and modern developments in the use of ogam in different forms of Celtic spirituality. Poetry and Satire in Irish Culture -- The poet has been one of the most respected - and feared - figures in Irish folk culture. Descendants of the druids, it was said that poets had the power to curse or to bless, to ruin or to raise a name to immortality. Praise and satire were among their functions and in this talk we'll examine some of the ways that poetry and satire were used by different kinds of poets in early Irish culture. |
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New feed created
I've started up a new RSS feed called Monstrous things are afoot... |
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Update
Plants of plantiness: planted.
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Kitten Cointoss!
Turns out we ARE getting Sagira! the family that took her apparently wants the grey one instead... so Sagira is ours! Joshy is bringing her to us tomorrow around 4, and i'm thrilled! so thrilled that i'm trying to get half of my essays done tonight so i'll have more time to spend with my bebeh. I've completed 2 out of 6 so far, so i'm excited! Sagira is an Egyptian Mau, and probably looks something like this: Oh so pretty!! i'm not sure what color her eyes are though. mmmkittyyyyy
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Pink petals falling
It's finally warm again and blossoms are falling like snow. The DoDC+3, silly thing, keeps trying to eat them. Tomorrow there's a concert by the Medieval Women's Choir and I'll be down in Seattle for that. Temps are predicted for the mid-80s and I'm thinking about going down early and taking a visit to the Japanese garden in the arboretum. Should be a lovely day for it! Took a run of groceries over to I'll be rinsing out the five gallon buckets for the plants and transplanting them today. Then, for dinner, a lamb shoulder chop (they were on sale, yay!) with eggplant, chinese broccoli, onion and garlic, a loaf of seven-grain bread, and a glass of chianti. Saw one of the eagles over the lake today when I walked up to the Safeway. At first I wasn't sure if it was an eagle or an osprey because the sun was in my eyes, but eventually it got close enough and at the right angle that I could see the white head and tail of a mature bald eagle. I did see one of the ospreys a couple of days ago, though. If the weather holds until Saturday I'll probably finish up the paint job in the closet, as I'll be able to open up the windows and let the bedroom air out enough to sleep in fairly quickly. Then I can proceed with the incubation chamber setup and do some experimental work with poetic incubation and imbas forosnai type rituals. I'm excited about that one and glad that the season has finally arrived. The steel-grey overcast and the cold and rain were starting to get to me. Tonight I have to write up a bio and a couple of workshop descriptions for the Irish Cultural Center in Phoenix so they can discuss it at their upcoming board meeting. Plants first. |
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It's a Start
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Sudden thought
OK, so the ban on same-sex marriage has been struck down in CA. I've been heterosexually paired for almost 21 years. According to the fundamentalists, my marriage is now destroyed because of teh ghey. But I get to marry a woman now if I want to. My marriage has been destroyed in order to let me get married. Sweet irony, I love you. But I can't marry a literary convention, so I'll just have to invite you to my marriage-destroying wedding.
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Photos of my yard
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Two states down...
...forty-eight to go. Thank you, CA Supreme Court. Now, let's hope neither of those fucking ban initiatives make the November ballot. I literally walked away from a clipboard carrier who had that in his set of petitions for consideration. And told him why. Sure, he was getting paid to hold that thing, but I could not continue. I got sick to my stomach seeing it.
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Missing Weather Pattern Report
Missing: Marine Layer Features: Fog and low clouds that move in from the ocean during the evening and night hours, cooling the air and reducing sun exposure until it burns off. Often accompanied by breezes and light winds. Last seen: The day before a high-pressure system formed over the Pacific Northwest and northern California. Apparently kidnapped by the jet stream. When its ransom note is found, full payment should be rendered ASAP.
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Why am I tired?
It is 9:15 and I just sat to eat breakfast. I have been up since 7 after going to bed last evening around 2. Yesterday I straightened the house, except the basement. My mother is not allowed in my basement. I figure since I am not allowed in her house because she is a pig I can certainly not allow her to see the mess that is my laundry room and kid's playroom. I worked yesterday from 11 to 11 with moments a relief but went to bed exhausted. Woke up the same and so far I have painted the frame and chest for the bathroom, made the Ganache for these brownies which I am using for teacher gifts for the dance teachers, did a load of dishes, cleaned the kitchen floor and made juice for the masses. I still have to take a shower, go buy boxes for said brownies and package them, clean the bathroom, tidy the entryway and pack up stuff for the recital rehearsal this afternoon. Oh and make Crock Pot Cheesy Spinach Casserole and Bread Machine Sourdough Bread for dinner tonight. I guess web surfing and a manicure are right out. EDIT: At 10:30, I have cleaned the bathroom, vacuumed all the place that my husband didn't think necessary last night, like the entryway, served snack, did another load of dishes, clean up all the toys that the kids had already played with and packed up part of the dance costumes. EDIT EDIT: By 2:30 I have showered, gone to the store, fed the kids, vacuumed up after feeding the kids, changed the tablecloth, made the spinach Casserole, wrapped the brownies, made the thank you cards, and decided that bread is not in the cards for this evening. Thank you Wal-Mart for cheap everything bread.
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So what happened today?
on my way to work, i was attacked by two skaterboys from chicago! AAAH! one of them was named Marek, and the other was Derrick. weird. they commented on my wingy tattoo, and we chitchatted a bit on muni. i also signed up as a sponsor for greenpeace. might as well, i mean, i have been lying to them for 3+ years. and they ARE protecting the sacredness of my world. hmm. and now i get to start writing my 6 essays, and look forward to a yoshi attack tomorrow night, and a Mochi attack friday! YAAAAY! KITTY KITTY KITTY KITTY KITTY <3
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The things you learn
Thanks to a spam I received about a career fair for Raytheon (old resumes on job boards collect the oddest things), I found out there is a security clearance level called Full Scope Poly. I am currently suffering from pun paralysis and cannot choose amongst the multiple options provided by this coincidental title.
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The Why of election exit polling
My brother asked, "Don't exit polls just report who voted for whom and you count those up?" My long-winded answer: And Wolf Blitzer SAYS we're important: All of the exiting polling results from around the country are being carefully studied by McCain and his supporters as they gear up for a potential match-up and as they look for his weaknesses. Full article. Crap, this job made me make a politics lj tag. Stupid having to take an interest. ::grumble::
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Poor Kitty
Turns out Josh's girlfriend's sister took the kitty that was going to be ours... so we're getting a different lil girl who looks similar, but has white paws... I named her Mochi :) she comes home to us on friday!! WEEE!!! AND, i get to teach her howta poop in a box! WOOT! as for my finals, i have to write three essays plus an exam for Philosophy of Religion, Two essays for Medieval Philosophy, One essay for Buddhism, and i have an exam tomorrow for Italian. twitch twitch. In the words of Neil Hamburger while driving Tim and Eric to their studio: "WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT..." I miss yoshi, but i don't know if i'll get to see him very much in the next few days... :(:(:(:(:(
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Ka-chow!
I got hired at the Deerfield Inn today! Yay, finally have a second job! I hope this helps my financial situation and helps me keep my car. I'll be working as a housekeeper and the head housekeeper told me I should get plenty of hours this summer since she may leave and got to Indiana and let me work her hours. Plus, they should be able to let me stay at my present job so I won't have to give it up. I just need to talk to my present boss and tell her I can only work Tues and Thurs and won't be able to work weekends anymore as that will be the busiest time at the Inn. I may still keep looking for a higher paying clerical job but for now I want to get my finances under control. *breathes a sigh of relief* Okay, going to relax and watch The Golden Compass before the weather gets bad (again...). A new job and Daniel Craig to look at. Today is good.
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Vindication
The Boston Herald has issued an apology for running the rumor that the Patriots taped the Rams' runthrough before their Super Bowl matchup in 2002 before having verification. It has been determined that no such taping occurred. While opposing coaches' signals during games were taped, none happened outside the time frame the NFL was already aware of. I'm still PO'ed at Belichick for breaking the rules as far as he did. But anyone trying to tell me the Pats didn't deserve that Super Bowl win or any of their others can kiss my ass.
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Why I am sad they canceled Moonlight
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Equals The returning of a vampire
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Erynn in Arizona
I've been asked to go down to Arizona to do some workshops and presentations by We're arranging for me to do a workshop or two at the Phoenix Irish Cultural Center, where I'll probably be doing stuff on the history of ogam and about the early Irish poetic tradition for a primarily non-Pagan audience. We're also planning a roundtable discussion or two with the local Pagan community, and I'll be available for ogam readings while I'm there as well. I will be down there from November 13-17, so if you're in the area and would like to schedule something with me or assist in the efforts to keep me transported and fed, please get in touch with Until I know exactly what I'm going to be doing I won't know for certain how much the workshops or other appearances will cost, though the readings will be my standard $40 per half hour. I'll have more details through the summer as we get them worked out. |
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Busy with finances and life
So I've exchanged an email or two with Al Herrera, who wants to translate some of my articles into Spanish. He's from Mexico and working on his MA in the United Kingdom at the moment because he has been so drawn to Celtic spirituality. He knows OBOD folks but wants something that has greater respect for the original Celtic cultures and is very interested in CR. I'm excited by this development -- he says that there are a lot of folks in the Hispanic world who only know Paganism via Wicca or dilutions and distortions of Native Mexican spirituality, and he feels there would be a lot of interest in the Spanish-speaking world if sources were made available, so more power to him for doing that! ( More on my day and the CR schmooze under here. ) |
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