Sticks & Stones The Blog

In the world of Witchtok, where magic and entertainment mix, the issues with lying, bullying, harassment and unfairness don't seem to have an easy fix. I feel like I can speak on this subject having willingly participating in behind the scenes of the harrassment and bullying of others whilst being in the company of a particular few. I am not proud of anything I did whilst among these people and have done my best to seek and give apologies to those that deserve it, but I didnt like who I was so, I walked away. I write this today, without naming...

Now that we are officially on the Samhain countdown, lets get back to talking about Necromancy within a folk witchcraft practice.  Necromancy, as we have already explored, is the art of communicating with the dead and it has a long and intriguing history. Throughout the ages, humans have sought to understand and connect with the deceased, leading to the development of various necromantic practices in different cultures around the world. In ancient times, necromancy was often intertwined with religious beliefs and rituals. Civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans believed in an afterlife and developed rituals to communicate with...

Dear friends, I wanted to take a moment to share a little update with you all. Over the past few months, I've had the incredible opportunity to attend various events across the beautiful state of Victoria. From bustling markets to intimate workshops, each experience has been a unique and enriching journey. These events have not only kept me offline but have also pushed me to work harder than ever before. The energy and passion of everyone I've met along the way have been truly inspiring, and I feel incredibly grateful to be a part of such a vibrant community. As...

Necromancy, at its core, is the practice of communicating with the dead. It's a concept that has fascinated and terrified people for centuries, cropping up in myths, legends, and even historical records around the world. From the Ancient Egyptians seeking guidance from the deceased pharaohs to Medieval Europeans conjuring spirits, necromancy has woven its way through various cultures, often intertwined with beliefs about the afterlife and the supernatural. But necromancy isn't just about spooky stories or Halloween costumes. It's a real practice, albeit one that's often shrouded in mystery and misconceptions. Today, people still explore necromantic rituals and ideas, whether...

While we are on the subject of Necromancy and Samhain, I was asked today about "Living Ford Water" and its use within the Saining Ceremony. So first off, this is my opinion from my own experience and my pwn family practice.  Living ford water, its a term that may sound straightforward, but its meaning goes far beyond a mere physical description. In folklore and mythology, it represents a mystical concept, a symbolic boundary between the realm of the living and the realm of the dead. While it could be interpreted literally as a place where the living and the dead cross...