Renee Bedard ~ The Whispering Crow

In these difficult times, I encourage you to pause. I encourage you to connect with the beautiful web of life that we are all woven into. Feel it. Breathe it. Remember it. There are good and loving beings out there. Remember, you are one of them.

I wanted to share this memory of an early morning greeting. I was alone in the woods. A spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical initiation that broke me open to a gentle and ferocious love. That love is always there. For the Great Mother welcomes us all.

No words necessary. No expectations are listed. No demands of pushing myself to do something I am unable to do. No. Nature opens her arms and lets us fall into her heart as we are. Who we are in the current moment. Tonight, that was what I needed and I am grateful.

My heart is heavy with the weight of the hurt, fear, and pain that so many are experiencing tonight. When I feel this way, I look back at photos that can send me a comforting memory. Nature always has a way to offer a soothing balm.

As another day is winding down, take some time to offer yourself the space to let go of the weight you are carrying.

Fill yourself with gentleness and grace.

Breathe deeply and allow yourself to receive what you need at this time.

There is a long road ahead and we can do this together.

For those in need -

May the slow steady flame offer comfort and peace.

May the warm light offer strength and encouragement.

Breathe deeply. Steady your nerves. Slow your thoughts. Offer yourself the space you need and fortify your protections with love and care. You are worthy and we need you.

Reach out to your spirits and guides. Reach out to others. There is power when we fly together.

It is okay to rest today. Regroup and replenish your strength. You are needed.

The crows have been quite active this morning with a lot to say. I am grateful for their reminders.

Breathe deep.
Ground and center yourself.
Strengthen your wards and shields and stretch out your open hand to those around you. Feel the connections you share.

Tomorrow is another day. Let go of what you cannot change, unclench your jaw, feel the beat of your heart, and give yourself permission to rest well tonight. You are deserving of that.

Thank you for the work you do in the world.

Be well tonight

As the day comes to a close, I hope you are able to take a few moments to let go of all that weighs heavy on your heart.

Let the waters cleanse you.

Allow your breath to fill your body, restoring your energy.

When History Knocks at the Door The Revolutionary Spirit is rising, igniting the fire in the hearts, bellies, and heads of every day Americans. The egregore of the Sons of Liberty is rising, feeding the rippling vibrations beneat…

It's been a while since I have written a blog, but I wanted to share this with you tonight.
Be well and take care of yourself and each other.

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Rest as you must. Rise when you can. Hold space for yourself and others. This is the way to work as you walk the road ahead. And of course, ground and protect yourself. There are many miles ahead of us.

Weave. Weave your way into the world. Like the roots of the trees, seek the network that will fill you with love, nourishment, strength, and hope. Use this gift to create the world you wish to live in.

Work with the power of the snow. Embrace its lessons of stillness and silence. Sink into yourself. Drink from the wellspring, a gift of the Goddess, to receive what you need at this time.

The energy has been heavy and at times overwhelming. Like the trees in winter, we have been bearing the weight of the whirlwind that has been shaking our foundation. Pause. Take a breath. Prepare.

This Friday, the Temple of Witchcraft will be holding the next session in the Healing Deities series. We will seek the comfort and healing of The Cailleach and would love to have you join us. Everyone who registers will receive a recording of the class.

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The Churning Seas Standing on the rocky ledge, I found myself holding my breath. It took some time before I even realized where I was. Step by step, I carefully made my journey to the edge of the rugged coastline th…

I wrote this a while ago, but I thought I would share it here. It has been a long week. Please take care of yourself and each other. Blessings.

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 19 As the first fingers of daylight reach across the horizon, a new day breaks open. Breathing life and color into our day, something stirs within the dreamy landscape. Winter has made its presence kn…

Will you allow yourself the chance to grow?

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 18 During this path working that began at Samhain, I welcomed silence into my life. At times it was difficult, but I am glad I gave myself the chance. I found that by offering myself the space that I …

May you flow gently with the cycles of life, offering yourself what it is that you need.

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 17 Silence stills the twilight. The world wrapped in a fresh blanket of snow allows the chance to dream. When there is a dream, there is hope and hope invites us to dance upon the painted sky, grantin…

How are you doing as you move through these dreamlike landscapes?

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 16 Within the frustration there is a struggle that ensues. What I have been working on so diligently to release and surrender is clinging onto me.

Endings and beginnings, it is the cycle of life. I had one of my own today. It felt so good. Blessings to you as we approach the Light with Yule.

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 15 In the damp, dark depths of our innermost planes, our energies, thoughtforms, fragmented dreams and memories churn together in the unknown. Here in the primordial mixture, life awaits.

What secrets are whispered from the sacred flames?

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 14 Although our path moves towards darkness, I am reminded of the importance to be nourished in the light.

Seeking to transform knowledge into wisdom.

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 13 It was in the predawn hours when I heard the whispering that slowly lured me out of a deep sleep. I could feel myself awaken slowly, but I lingered in that in between state for a bit. That was when…

What are the things that encourage you as you move through the darker days?

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 12 Merging with the flow of life, I can feel my body travel along the current. Each twist in the river allows me to surrender. Each turn in the stream gently reminds me to release what weighs upon my …

How are you experiencing the liminal energies that are swirling around you during this time? Are you willing to trust the flow of life and the healing process?

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 11 Within the earth, all is still and silent. The stone that forms my temporary tomb is cold to the touch. Here within this ancient space, icy fingers begin to seep into my bones

When searching within your inner landscapes, what helps you to finally take the leap of faith and trust the process?

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 8 In meditation, I found myself under a cold, star filled sky where the inky midnight bled into the royal blue and violet of the Milky Way. I felt so small on the edge of the snow-covered pines.

The Goddess said, “Feel the strength that rises from your innermost core. That spirit inside will never die. It will never lie. Trust and know that I am beside you, walking the spiral.”

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 7 In this time of traveling to the longest night, we can be faced with many, many things.

As spiritual pilgrims on the path to understanding, healing, rebirth and enlightenment, how are we spending our time?

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 6 This is not the original post that was intended for tonight. However, it is one that moves to lift us all into the loving and tender arms that we long for.

Grace can be found in the vulnerable moments when we fear that all hope is lost. Then, by the grace of the gods, we receive that salvation, the soothing balm to aid us in all of our tender parts as we walk towards the miracle and rebirth of Light.

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Walking the Path to Yule ~ Day 5 With the daylight quickly fading and the temperatures spiraling downward, the early evening hours open me up. The longing of silence pulls me once again.

What happens when we bring our single flame to offer hope and creation to ourselves?

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