tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post7108589002630805978..comments2023-11-05T05:27:55.905-06:00Comments on A Homesteading Neophyte: Soul TiesPhelanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08250080326099834661noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-19138443327278763572008-11-14T14:52:00.000-06:002008-11-14T14:52:00.000-06:00I belong to a very strict/conservative Christian d...I belong to a very strict/conservative Christian denomination. But my mother and my grandma (and now I) don't fit too well with the others of our faith. My grandma believed (when she was alive) in astrology, fairies, mediums, etc. My mother believe in similar things, although not the same ones. Hers are more things like affirmations, nature spirits, communing with the dead (not through mediums, but just on your own). And then there's me. I am fascinated by everything occult. <BR/><BR/>And I really like the whole "Soul Ties" thing. What you have decided to do fascinates me and I think I'd like to do something like that sometime. And of course tailor it so my particular self.Dark Spicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08196632505007904073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-30787297375954691662007-11-17T17:50:00.000-06:002007-11-17T17:50:00.000-06:00This is an inspiring and cool idea...thank you and...This is an inspiring and cool idea...thank you and good luck! I think I could benefit from a journey like this...lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18133943147518051559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-59482012784126176782007-11-16T09:10:00.000-06:002007-11-16T09:10:00.000-06:00Phelan: I think of it as less waste. Less material...Phelan: I think of it as less waste. Less material is wasted, less water to clean them, less cleaner in the washing machine...Howling Hillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13308588294981941098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-32481631521689416152007-11-16T07:54:00.000-06:002007-11-16T07:54:00.000-06:00howling hill ~giggle~ DO I say TMI? ;)howling hill ~giggle~ DO I say TMI? ;)Phelanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08250080326099834661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-63745592943768101892007-11-15T16:30:00.000-06:002007-11-15T16:30:00.000-06:00I completely cannot participate in this: I don't w...I completely cannot participate in this: I don't wear underwear. <BR/><BR/>But it sounds awesome!<BR/><BR/>(Do I say "good luck"?)Howling Hillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13308588294981941098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-91477309053348012382007-11-15T10:25:00.000-06:002007-11-15T10:25:00.000-06:00Oh, alrighty then! I understand.Oh, alrighty then! I understand.Farenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00589733393022169413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-21713478961884872832007-11-15T09:39:00.000-06:002007-11-15T09:39:00.000-06:00Good luck Phelan:If you stick with it only for the...Good luck Phelan:<BR/>If you stick with it only for the five days---then you are better off than you were before. right? <BR/>Good luck on making it longer than 5 days though. <BR/>There are no rules in exactly how we "break" ourselves of bad habits, fears, issues----no matter what our religion is. To each his own :-)Dancingfarmerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02542161200214992918noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-16926768126290696592007-11-15T09:06:00.000-06:002007-11-15T09:06:00.000-06:00Gina, the responses I have been getting our indeed...Gina, the responses I have been getting our indeed good ones. I was a little worried about what some would say. I understand all too well about feeling the need to keep certain things to yourself. And thank you.Phelanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08250080326099834661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-67973922741397951832007-11-15T08:11:00.000-06:002007-11-15T08:11:00.000-06:00Very interesting topic and responses!I guess I lab...Very interesting topic and responses!<BR/><BR/>I guess I label myself "pagan" for want of a better word. I think it is to mainly set myself apart from the Abrahamic (yikes, I hope i spelled that right) religions. I do try to be respectful and understanding of others' beliefs no matter how different they are from my own. (Although, I have gotton grouchy of having to "hide" my own beliefs in order to keep one-sided religious discussions at bay-I'm thinking about my ultra-Christian office mate and his assumtion that everyone is a Christian.)<BR/><BR/>I tend to blend together a lot of philosophies and theology-both traditional and neolithic-in my spiritual beliefs.<BR/><BR/>I can say without hesitation, I am Earth-centred and any aspect of other religious belief that have elements (cen be interpreted as such) appeal to me.<BR/><BR/>I have never heard of Soul Ties but it sounds like something I'd like to read up on. Thanks for sharing and opening up a discussion (even if it was not your primary intention, LOL!!!).<BR/><BR/>Lots of strength to you in your spiritual quest.Ginahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10788740577135090145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-66740361139151035182007-11-15T06:25:00.000-06:002007-11-15T06:25:00.000-06:00vonne, I remeber a girl scout song, well parts of ...vonne, I remeber a girl scout song, well parts of it <I> got myself a pair of combination underwear. Wore them fifty days, without hesitation. Couldn't get them off, cuz I lost the combination</I> I so hope that I am able to change them. That would be a whole new level to the uncomfortablness factor.<BR/><BR/>Thank you Kate.Phelanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08250080326099834661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-83003493256494848732007-11-15T02:28:00.000-06:002007-11-15T02:28:00.000-06:00Good luck!! Hope it works for you.Regards,Kate (Br...Good luck!! Hope it works for you.<BR/><BR/>Regards,<BR/>Kate (Brisbane, Australia)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-52018093564165126242007-11-14T23:49:00.000-06:002007-11-14T23:49:00.000-06:00Ummm... one small question..Is that a different pa...Ummm... one small question..<BR/>Is that a different pair of panties every day... or the same pair for 5 days? I think we need to be clear about this... heh<BR/><BR/>When I was young, I would complain about things that i wished I could change about myself to my mama, and she'd say "Write it on the wind, baby girl, and let it blow away..."<BR/>The first thing I did when I was diagnosed with the Big C, was right it on the wind. <BR/>It worked for me. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-37101458503231414392007-11-14T22:29:00.000-06:002007-11-14T22:29:00.000-06:00nevermind Faren. Sometimes I will be reponding to ...nevermind Faren. Sometimes I will be reponding to comments and my impatience to not wait until all the icons have loaded can cause problems. The screen jumps and I must have combined your comment with someone elses.Phelanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08250080326099834661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-16688652405818803122007-11-14T22:19:00.000-06:002007-11-14T22:19:00.000-06:00Yeah, I'm a bad commenter, aren't I? I am alwa...Yeah, I'm a bad commenter, aren't I? I am always reading though, you can count on that. <BR/>Join you in what? I don't think my brain is tracking very well right now, sorry.Farenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00589733393022169413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-5822113002577348742007-11-14T21:40:00.000-06:002007-11-14T21:40:00.000-06:00Faren, glad to see you! and thank you, you know yo...Faren, glad to see you! and thank you, you know you are welcome to join me.<BR/><BR/>Stephanie, Maybe it is because the only time I have mentioned religion was while talking about NAIS, and the mark of the beast, stating that I was not Christian, but not going into more detail. ?? No, it doesn't confuse me. Many faiths ask you to turn control over to your "higher power" {can you tell I have been to a NA meeting? ;)<BR/><BR/>Farm mom, I know how you feel and thank you.<BR/><BR/>Karen, haha I will! But as "safe" as they are, they do tend to pop open, and I do sleep on my belly. <BR/><BR/>alrescate, smokes, books and eating! no one will want to be around me then. thank you.<BR/><BR/>Caral, I too hadn't heard of it until given spoke of it. I have convienced her to do a more detailed or defining post. Please let me know when and if you do, do this. I would love to hear how it oes for you.Phelanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08250080326099834661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-66050649224241362532007-11-14T21:16:00.000-06:002007-11-14T21:16:00.000-06:00Fascinating. This is the first that I've heard of ...Fascinating. This is the first that I've heard of soul ties. I think rituals are extremely important and serve a purpose...even if it's only to keep our goals in the forefront of our mind. I might just have to give this one a try. Thanks for sharing.Carlahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08423696800295940382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-51230254410425838062007-11-14T20:42:00.000-06:002007-11-14T20:42:00.000-06:00Seems to me what you're contemplating is very spir...Seems to me what you're contemplating is very spiritual, and spirituality always transcends religion anyway. In his book "Ishmael", Danial Quinn touches a bit on the subject. We are all "spiritual" beings, but religion was created by man for man as a way of controlling other men (and women :). <BR/><BR/>I'm not religious, at all, although I am very spiritual and I talk to faeries (earth spirits) or god or goddess or whomever. It's not something I talk about a lot on my blog or even to other people. <BR/><BR/>I don't like having to defend myself, but you seem to indicate that you know all about that :).<BR/><BR/>I've always been inspired by your stories. From things you've posted, I know that you're not very old, in years, but you do seem to have a lot of wisdom for one who hasn't been long on this earth ;).<BR/><BR/>Good luck on your journey.Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04642417312794814066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-61891231593539200122007-11-14T15:30:00.000-06:002007-11-14T15:30:00.000-06:00Are you giving up cigs and reading during the same...Are you giving up cigs and reading during the same week? If so I'm happy I'm not living with you. *grin*<BR/><BR/>I think this is an excellent idea...it matters not if it is tied to any religion or not. Casting away fears, vices and other emotional or physical burdens is what is important. (More important perhaps is the mindful determination to replace them with good/positive things.)<BR/><BR/>Good luck to you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-45492919229999801842007-11-14T11:26:00.000-06:002007-11-14T11:26:00.000-06:00I have always believed that there are many paths t...I have always believed that there are many paths to God because there are many different types of people. <BR/><BR/>I like the concept you will be working with, and I've seen it in several different forms. I hope it brings you what you need.<BR/><BR/>And use Safety pins.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03385904538516289746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-56115720606226412202007-11-14T10:26:00.000-06:002007-11-14T10:26:00.000-06:00Hi Phelan. I too am neither christian nor pagan, t...Hi Phelan. I too am neither christian nor pagan, though I have practiced both in my lifetime. I do have my own set of beliefs and spirituality but like you, I don't want it to become a focus for my blog (by others, really) so I stay clear of the issue. I hope you get everthing you need from your ritual. Cleansing, healing, happiness...it all sounds good to me!! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-35493709480720642082007-11-14T10:04:00.000-06:002007-11-14T10:04:00.000-06:00Hmm I always asumed your were an atheist. Not exac...Hmm I always asumed your were an atheist. Not exactly sure why now that I try to pinpoint it, but. . .<BR/><BR/>Anyway "soul ties" are certainly something I've had to deal with, and still do to a certain extent. For me it has been a process that has involved letting go of trying to control my life. (in the spiritual and soulish realm I know that is kind of confusing when I want to be self sufficient. Hope it doesn't seem contradictory to you.)<BR/><BR/>I hope you can find freedom from the hurts of the past.Stephanie Appletonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07411714132368771649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-24904952656058549122007-11-14T09:37:00.000-06:002007-11-14T09:37:00.000-06:00Phelan, I don't talk about my faith for basically ...Phelan, I don't talk about my faith for basically the same reason. I don't want to alienate any people I know in real life. Which is sad, who knows how many like minded people I would meet if I wasn't afraid to put myself out there? Your soul ties ceremony sounds very interesting, I wish you luck and joy with it. This post brought up some interesting points in my life. ThanksFarenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00589733393022169413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-8845375676789175282007-11-14T08:34:00.000-06:002007-11-14T08:34:00.000-06:00given, and a great cry it shall be. And hey! Is th...given, and a great cry it shall be. And hey! Is that the photo I took on your icon?Phelanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08250080326099834661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-85731788947646793572007-11-14T08:33:00.000-06:002007-11-14T08:33:00.000-06:00Mysti, misconception are abuntant on all sides of ...Mysti, misconception are abuntant on all sides of it. An unfortunate reality of religions. I see it as we are all moving toard the same goal, happiness, life, love and to be loved. Of course saying that I know that some people will see that statement as "evil" because of some strict learnings. And that comes from many sides, not just one faith. <BR/><BR/>I don't talk about faith, not because I am afraid to put it out there, but because I don't want my homesteading blog to be taken over by my faith, not just me talking about it, but other's obbsessing over it. I don't want strife in something that I want to bring me enjoyment. Writing, and reading all the blogs I do. I adore everyone listed on my sidebar, and do not want something like this to interfer, if you will. I am glad you put yourself out there, just like I am glad my mother {a supernatural christian} does the same.Phelanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08250080326099834661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28663723.post-82915165824315882192007-11-14T08:28:00.000-06:002007-11-14T08:28:00.000-06:00Great post, my dear child. Purity of mind, body &...Great post, my dear child. Purity of mind, body & spirit is a humble goal. I support your decision and will be by your side. Freedom will be your victory cry.Given55https://www.blogger.com/profile/04400346265067665255noreply@blogger.com