Once a month, half the adult population of the world who aren't pregnant or menopausal lose blood. In ancient times it was noticed that a woman's monthly flow was the only time along with childbirth that blood was shed without wounding, and thus it was regarded as special .
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Across the gently rolling hills,
Beyond high mountain peaks, Along the shores of distant seas, Theres something my heart seeks. But theres no peace in wandering, The roads not made for rest. And footsore fools will never know What home might suit them best. But, oh, the things that I have seen, The secret paths Ive trod, The hidden corners of the world Known to none but me and God. Yes, the world was meant for knowing, And feet were meant to roam. But who's always going Will never find a home. Oh, where's the thread that binds me, The voice that calls me back? Wheres the love that finds me- And whats the root I lack? My heart seeks the hearth, My feet seek the road. A soul divided Is a terrible load. My heart longs to rest, My feet yearns to roam. Shall I wander the world Or stay safe at home? The good ol' south: where sweet tea goes with everything and nobody eats till you say amen. It's where I grew up, and yet I am constantly learning new and incredibly fascinating bits of history too good not to share
If you grew up in the South, you've heard of "Haint Blue". It's a name given to a very specific color of pale blue that can be found on porch ceilings, window frames, and front doors all throughout the Southern States. Especially in South Carolina, where the tradition was first introduced to America. The religious and cultural traditions of African American slaves residing in the Carolinas where greatly influenced by the predominantly Christian views of the Puritan slave owners, which is what shaped the traditions we know as 'Hoodoo' today. (As opposed to slaves located in the French Provence of Louisiana, who's main influence was Catholicism, giving birth to Voodoo.) |
Mama BeeA solitary and experienced Hedge Witch currently residing in Southern Virginia. Do you feel like you have an interesting addition for the MamaBee blog?
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