Believe in Yourself

and make it Happen!!

This had been the site Slogan
since day one when Breeze thought
of the site and we have held true to
that idea every since. Empowering
people to come above all that came
at them in Life. To help guide them
to a more peaceful resolution in
dealing with the daily life chaos it
can present on us. There are ways
to help manifest a healthier more
positive direction and happiness
with following a few steps in
doing so and on Enchanted Forest
is what we do along with its
members which many have been
with us since the beginning. Takes
time and little patience and
dedication to truly want it and
thats when the Real magic comes
in.
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us through time and all these years
with their help we couldnt had
done it.
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We at the Enchanted Forest are honoured to support and host the live chats given by
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Earth Healing Meditation

Posted by Whispr
1. Become peaceful and loving. Feel the energy of your essence and just relax all of your
body. Think of the Earth and all that she give us, her beauty and abundance and the
experience she affords us and know that we are truly one and connected.
2. Ask the Father/Mother/Universe, the Masters and Teachers and Great Light Beings of
creation and our planet, The Angelic Beings, Earth, our guides, our higher selves and
our entire soul stream energies to come and assist us in this personal and earth
healing/communication work. Ask that this be done outside the realm of space and
time so that all can join together and call in all of the higher selves of others
participating in the group meditation.
3. Imagine yourself reaching out and joining hands with others in the group until we
are all connected as one in this work.
4. Ask the Father/Mother/Universe to send the right high light to create a channel from
the central sun and beyond to you so as to bring forth a pure energy of Divine Intent
and light to the you, for healing and so that love will abound.
5. Feel this light come into your head to your heart filling it and when you are filled
send it forth into creation and into the central sun and beyond to the place beyond
individualization and into the heart of All There Is so that there is a cord of light from
your heart to the All There Is presence, and feel it anchor itself there. Take that cord
and open it up to be a channel and ask that this light flow freely through it as needed
and for the good of all. Feel it become an actual channel of this light flowing through
you, healing you with its love (the first pyramid corner).
6. Next ask for the right high light to create a channel of light from your own I Am
presence ( I think some people call it the Monad...not sure on this), where you are first
individualized from the Father/Mother/Universe so that this channel can aid you in
remembering and integrating more of this energy and all that you came to do and are.
Once again feel the light come into your head and flow into your heart filling it. Once
filled you send out this light cord to your I Am Presence (almost like the second corner
of a pyramid) and open it to become a channel. Ask that this light flow freely through
this channel healing, and aiding and assisting you in a greater integration and
remembering.

7. Next ask for the right high light to create a channel of light to our own sun so that the
energies that are constantly fluctuating are easily integrated within our physical bodies
and that a greater experience of ourselves be fully grounded here in this reality for our
benefit and the good of all as we affect changes here and now that will aid us in
bringing the changes to ourselves and the planet in accordance with Divine Will and
our own higher purpose. See this light then come into your head filling your heart.
Once filled you will send it to the sun, opening it until it becomes a channel. Ask that
the light flow freely as needed and appropriate for this intention. (the third pyramid
corner)
8. Next ask for the right high light to create a channel to the sixth dimension and
beyond so that the appropriate energies needed for our movement and growth to where
we are going be easily accessed and our journey to where we are going be clearly
anchored and more fully brought into effect (they like me to anchor always to the sixth
dimension and beyond because they say that we won't be as long in the next dimension
as we were in this one before we ascend so we are clearing the way for the future as
well as making a really clear and open channel to where we are currently going and
bringing in light for our assistance as well when we get there). Feel this light come into
your head and fill your heart. Once filled send it out to the sixth dimension and
opening it as a channel. Ask that this light flow freely for your intention (the fourth
wall of the pyramid).
9. Sit for a minute and feel the light flow through you from the four channels and feel it
filling your body as you will be consciously holding and sharing this energy with
yourself and the Earth. Ask then for the right high light to further open these channel
and connect this channel from your heart, running it down your body and into the
Earth herself to aid you in grounding these energies, aid her in healing, and to unlock
the energies and information that are appropriate and necessary for your personal and
planetary journey. Imagine your heart as the apex of the pyramid of energy and as such
an amplifier for her as well. Take this energy in your heart and beam it to the center of
the earth until this channel is anchored deep within her. See her fill with this energy
from your heart and the channels you have placed into it as it opens wide to fill her.
Watch her fill easily with this energy since it is being so perfectly amplified in your
heart and when she is filled and so is everything right on out through her atmosphere
sit for a moment and just enjoy the wonderful energies and sharing you are both
experiencing and will continue to experience. Know that if you ever need assistance
that you may ask her for it for she will have this energy available for you as well and if
you are having a difficult time connecting to it ask that she help you to do so. State then
to all of creation your intention to make this connection a permanent one until your
spirit directs otherwise....and state with the truth of your being and the power of the
great being that you are "So be it and so it is".

10. Ask then all that have assisted you to further assist you in the retrieval of the
information currently available to you and that you be given it then, the next day, or
over the next few days (this is up to you-all or a combination is probably best). thank
all that came for this work and lent their light, love, aid and assistance.
11. When you are ready ask that this information be given to you. If it is not at this time
then you just may want to get loving, peaceful and relaxed. Ask to make this
connection and receive the information that is now waiting and see what you get. You
may also receive things during the day, maybe when cleaning or whenever. Keep an
eye out for it because you have made it so and it will be coming.

The Pie Dish

Posted by Astarof Naturewitch
STRAWBERRY RHUBARB PIE
2 c. sliced rhubarb (3 stalks)
1/2 c. water
1 (3 oz.) pkg. strawberry gelatin
2 tbsp. sugar
2 c. sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 c. ice water
1 (9 inch) graham cracker pie crust, baked and cooled
2 c. whipped topping

In 4 cup glass measuring cup, combine rhubarb, 1/2 cup water, gelatin and sugar.
Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes, or until mixture boils
and rhubarb is almost tender. Add strawberries, recover and microwave on HIGH for
1 minute. Add ice water and chill rhubarb mixture until syrup.
Pour chilled mixture into cooled pie shell. Refrigerate until set. To serve, spread
whipped topping over pie and garnish with fresh strawberries halves. Serves 8.
Can also be made with sugarless strawberry gelatin. Cook rhubarb with 1/2 cup water
and sugar only. Add sugarless gelatin after mixture boils; stir until gelatin dissolves.
Add strawberries and proceed with about directions.

NEVER FAIL PASTRY MIX

Ingredients:
PASTRY MIX INGREDIENTS
6 cup Flour
1 tbsp Salt
1 lbs Can of vegetable shortening
TO MAKE 1 PIE CRUST
2 cup Pastry mix
2 tbsp To 3, ice water
Procedure:
1. To make mix: sift flour and salt together into a large bowl drop
shortening into the mixture by spoonfuls and with a pastry blender or two
knives,cut it into the flour mixture until the mixture is crumbly.
2. Stop when the mixture still looks coarse--do not let it become
smooth.
3. If you know exactly how the mixture should look you can do this in
the food processor, but be careful not to over process.
4. Store pastry mix in a tightly sealed container on pantry shelf in
medium to cool weather for 1 to 3 months.
5. If the weather is warm or humid, it is better to keep this in the
refrigerator.
6. Let it warm to room temperature and recrumble a bit if needed before
using.
7. To use: for a single pie crust you will need: 2 cups pastry mix 2 to
3 tb ice water toss the mix and ice water gently unitl the mixture
begins to stick together.
8. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface--formica, marble or a
cutting board--and gently roll out a circle to fit your pie pan.
9. Some people use a pastry cloth or a square of clean muslin to cover
the surface they are working on, roll the pastry out right on the
cloth, and then lift the cloth and pastry, turn it uside down into the pan,
and peel the cloth away.

10. As you lift the dough into the pan, remember that tears can be
repaired with a bit of water and a small piece of dough, or you could
remove the holey inadequate curst, knead it back together and try again.
11. The more you knead, however, the tougher the pie crust will become,
so practice until you have a light sure touch.
12. Cheap trick: if you fear that you"ll never get the hang of rolling
out a pie crust that doesn"t tear apart, you might try placing a ball
of dough into a large size plastic bag and roll the dough while it is
still int he bag.
13. When it isthe right size, cut open the bag, remove the top sheet,
flip the dough inot your pan,and remove the bottom sheet.

OLD FASHIONED BANANA CREAM PIE

1 pie crust (9 inch), baked
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 2/3 cups water
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
3 egg yolks, beaten
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 medium bananas
lemon juice
whipped cream
In heavy saucepan, dissolve cornstarch in water;
stir in sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks.
Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
Remove from heat; add butter and vanilla. Cool slightly.
Slice 2 bananas; dip in lemon juice and drain. Arrange on
bottom of prepared crust. Pour filling over bananas; cover.
Chill 4 hours or until set.
Spread top with whipped cream. Slice remaining banana;
dip in lemon juice, drain and garnish top of pie.
Refrigerate leftovers.
Serving Size: 6

Red, White & Blueberry Pie

9-inch baked pie crust
Berry Layer:
1-1/2 cups of sugar
4-1/2 tablespoons of cornstarch
1-1/2 cups of water
4-1/2 tablespoons of raspberry gelatin dessert granules
1 pint of fresh or frozen whole, unsweetened blueberries
1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice
1 pint of fresh or frozen whole, unsweetened raspberries
Cream Layer:
4 ounces of cream cheese, room temperature
1/3 cup of confectioners' sugar
4 ounces of nondairy frozen topping, thawed.
For berry layers, combine sugar, cornstarch and water in medium saucepan, stirring to
dissolve. Cook until thick and clear. Add gelatin; stir until dissolved. Divide mixture
in 1/2. Stir blueberries and lemon juice into half of the mixture; spread over bottom of
pie shell. Refrigerate. Fold raspberries gently into remaining half of mixture; set aside.
For cream layer, beat together cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in the topping;
spread over blueberry layer. Refrigerate until set. Carefully spread raspberry layer
over cream layer. Chill at least 4 hours before serving.

CUSTARD PIE CRUST:

1/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
3-4 tbsp. water
CUSTARD:
4 eggs
3/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 c. milk
Mix together flour and 1/2-teaspoon salt.
Cut in shortening until pieces are size of small peas.
Sprinkle 1-tablespoon water over part of mixture;
gently toss with fork. Push to side of bowl.
Repeat until all is moistened. Form dough into a ball.
Roll out and line a 9-inch pie plate.
FILLING: Beat eggs "slightly" with a fork.
Stir in sugar, vanilla, 1/4 teaspoon salt and nutmeg.
Gradually stir in milk; mix well. Place pie shell on oven rack;
pour in filling. Bake in 425-degree oven for 10 minutes.
Reduce heat to 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until knife
blade comes out clean. Cool completely.

What kind of TREE are you?

Posted by Astarof Naturewitch
What kind of tree are you? Which tree does your birthday fall under? After you find
your birthday, click on the type of tree and it will take you to the description of the
tree at the bottom of the page. See how accurately it describes you..

December 23 to January 1 Apple Tree

January 2 to January 11 Fir Tree
January 12 to January 24 Elm Tree
January 25 to February 3 Cypress Tree
February 4 to February 8 Poplar Tree
February 9 to February 18 Cedar Tree
February 19 to February 28 Pine Tree
March 1 to March 10 Weeping Willow Tree
March 11 to March 20 Lime Tree
March 21 Oak Tree
March 22 to March 31 Hazelnut Tree
April 1 to April 10 Rowan Tree
April 11 to April 20 Maple Tree
April 21 to April 30 Walnut Tree
May 1 to May 14 Poplar Tree
May 15 to May 24 Chestnut Tree
May 25 to June 3 Ash Tree
June 4 to June 13 Hornbeam Tree
June 14 to June 23 Fig Tree
June 24 Birch Tree
June 25 to July 4 Apple Tree

June 25 to July 4 Apple Tree

July 5 to July 14 Fir Tree
July 15 to July 25 Elm Tree
July 26 to August 4 Cypress Tree
August 5 to August 13 Poplar Tree
August 14 to August 23 Cedar Tree
August 24 to September 2 Pine Tree
September 3 to September 12 Weeping
Willow Tree
September 13 to September 22 Lime
Tree
September 23 Olive Tree
September 24 to October 3 Hazelnut
Tree
October 4 to October 13 . Rowan Tree
October 14 to October 23 Maple Tree
October 24 to November 11 Walnut
Tree
November 12 to November 21
Chestnut Tree
November 22 to December 1 Ash Tree
December 2 to December 11
Hornbeam Tree
December 12 to December 21 Fig Tree
December 22 Beech Tree

Apple Tree, The Love

Of slight build, lots of charm, appeal and attraction, pleasant aura, flirtatious,
adventurous, sensitive, always in love, wants to love and be loved, faithful and
tender partner, very generous, scientific talents, lives for today, a carefree
philosopher with imagination
Fir Tree, The Mysterious
Extraordinary taste, dignity, cultivated airs, loves anything beautiful, moody,
stubborn, tends to egoism but cares for those close to it, rather modest, very
ambitious, talented, industrious uncounted lover, many friends, many foes, very
reliable.
Elm Tree, The Noble-Minuteness
Pleasant shape, tasteful clothes, modest demands, tends to not forgive mistakes,
cheerful, likes to lead but not to obey, honest and faithful partner, tends to a knowall-attitude and making decisions for others, noble-minded, generous, good sense of
humor, practical.
Cypress, The Faithfulness
Strong, muscular, adaptable, takes what life has to give, happy content, optimistic,
needs enough money and acknowledgment, hates loneliness, passionate lover which
cannot be satisfied, faithful, quick-tempered, unruly, pedantic and careless.
Poplar, The Uncertainty
Looks very decorative, no self-confident behavior, only courageous if necessary,
needs goodwill and pleasant surroundings, very choosy, often lonely, great
animosity, artistic nature, good organizer, tends to philosophy, reliable in any
situation, takes partnership serious.
Cedar, The Confidence
Of rare beauty, knows how to adapt, likes luxury, of good health, not in the least shy,
tends to look down on others, self-confident, determined, impatient, wants to
impress others, many talents, industrious, healthy optimism, waiting for the one true
love, able to make quick decisions.
Pine Tree, The Particularity
Loves agreeable company, very robust, knows how to make life comfortable, very
active, natural, good companion, but seldom friendly, falls easily in love but its
passion burns out quickly, gives up easily, many disappointments till it finds its
ideal, trustworthy, practical.

Weeping Willow, The Melancholy

Beautiful but full of melancholy, attractive, very empathic, loves anything beautiful
and tasteful, loves to travel, dreamer, restless, capricious, honest, can be influenced
but is not easy to live with, demanding, good intuition, suffers in love but finds
sometimes an anchoring partner.
Lime Tree, The Doubt
Accepts what life dishes out in a composed way, hates fighting, stress and labor,
tends to laziness and idleness, soft and relenting, makes sacrifices for friends, many
talents but not tenacious enough to make them blossom, often wailing and
complaining, very jealous, loyal.
Hazelnut Tree, The Extraordinary
Charming, undermining, very understanding, knows how to make an impression,
active fighter for social cause, popular, moody and capricious lover, honest and
tolerant partner, precise sense of judgment
Rowan, The Sensitivity
Full of charm, cheerful, gifted, without egoism, likes to draw Attention, loves life,
motion, unrest and even complications, is both dependent and independent, good
taste, artistic, passionate, emotional, good company, does not forgive.
Maple, Independence of Mind
No ordinary person, full imagination and originality, shy and reserved, ambitious,
proud, self-respect, hungers for new experiences, sometimes nervous, many
complexes, good memory, learns easily, complicated love life, wants to impress.
Walnut Tree, The Passion
Unrelenting, strange and full of contrasts, often egoistic, aggressive, noble, broad
horizon, unexpected reactions, spontaneous, unlimited ambition, no flexibility,
difficult and uncommon partner, not always liked but often admired, ingenious
strategist, very jealous and passionate, no compromises.
Chestnut Tree, The Honesty
Of unusual beauty, does not want to impress, well-developed sense of justice,
vivacious, interested, a born diplomat, but irritate and sensitive in company, often
due to a lack of self-confidence, acts sometimes superior, feels not understood, loves
only once, has difficulties in finding a partner.

Ash Tree, The Ambition

Uncommonly attractive, vivacious, impulsive, demanding, does not care for criticism,
ambitious, intelligent, talented, likes to play with its fate, can be egoistic, very
reliable and trustworthy, faithful and prudent lover, sometimes brains rule over
heart, but takes partnership very serious.
Hornbeam, The Good Taste
Of cool beauty, cares for its looks and condition, good taste, tends to egoism, makes
life as comfortable as possible, leads reasonable, disciplined life, looks for kindness,
an emotional partner and acknowledgment, dreams of unusual lovers, is seldom
happy with his/her feelings, mistrusts most people, is never sure of its decisions, very
conscientious.
Fig Tree, The Sensibility
Very strong, a bit self-willed, independent, does not allow contradiction or
arguments, loves life, its family, children and animals, a bit of a butterfly, good sense
of humor, likes idleness and laziness, of practical talent and intelligence.
Oak, The Robust
Courageous, strong, unrelenting, independent, sensible, does not love changes, keeps
its feet on the ground, person of action.
Birch, The Inspiration
Vivacious, attractive, elegant, friendly, unpretentious, modest, does not like anything
in excess, abhors the vulgar, loves life in nature and in calm, not very passionate, full
of imagination, little ambition, creates a calm and content atmosphere.
Olive Tree, The Wisdom
Loves sun, warmth and kind feelings, reasonable, balanced, avoids aggression and
violence, tolerant, cheerful, calm, well-developed sense of justice, sensitive, empathic,
free of jealousy, loves to read and the company of sophisticated people.
Beech, The Creative
Has good taste, concerned about its looks, materialist, good organization of life and
career, economical, good leader, takes no unnecessary risks, reasonable, splendid
lifetime companion, keen on keeping fit (diets, sports, etc.)

The choices of fear or Love

Posted by Sunshine-Chayenna

In the world of duality we have two possibilities. With this choice we also
determine the experience we have in our daily lives. If you look back to your
situations that you had in the past, and who returns every time back in your life we
can often see clearly what our choices have been.
A choice we make from Love dont give us feeling of doubt, dont gives us any
questions about if it will be right or wrong, and dont gives overwhelming emotions.
Inwardly, we know that the choice we made and all what brings it further on our path
will be good for ourselves and those around us.
A choice of fear always brings despair, and is often based on old beliefs from past
experiences, also upbringing, religion or education are part of it. We response on it
with our own uncertainty and we try to hold on to what we knew and what is safe,
even when we feel unhappy in it.
Because of the many emotions that also come up we become involved in many
dramas, and we dont know to break out of that. We are not aware of our own creation
in it.
The inner self and mind, are constantly fighting with each other, what gives a
reflection in physically life and involved the environment.
They projects his own fears to others, on many ways, watch out for this, take care for
that, but because the fears feel so familiar we are not longer aware of it. We become
afraid for the fear, and dont dare to face it.
On this way we created again and again new demons, new ghost and shadows around
us, and blame the world and others for our own creations

In it we make again and again the same choices, and we wonder why our lives not
changed, why all the bad things happens to us. And even when we are aware of the
fears, its difficult to let them go, because we fell more afraid for the new unknown
then we are afraid for the fear. Life is not longer what it meant to be, its only a
survival with a constant struggle with our self and the people around us.
We attract people with the same fears and just projecting the fears on each other. In it
we find our confirmations of our old believe system. We just stay in a circle what
turns around and around until we break throw it.
When I make a choice I asked myself the question: What will Love do...... It makes me
aware of the fears I felt, aware of the choices I have make in the past in the same
situations, and from that I can make a choice from my heart. In that I break throw my
old believe systems and create new experience for myself and the people around me

Copyright 2009 Nederland Gerda Verstraeten

Its cold season! here is a cough syrup!

Posted by Una Roadh {matise}
1 Quart of water
3 Tablespoons of Slippery Elm
3 Tablespoons of Cherry Bark
6 Tablespoons of Osha
4 Tablespoons of Yellow Dock
1/2 Cups of Lemon Juice
1/2 Cups of honey
Boil all ingredients to reduce the liquid by half,
Strain and store in fridge.
2 Tablespoons every 12hrs for cough.
this recipe helps brake up mucous and congestion.
It may seem like its taking a long time to work but
it works better then anything I have tried

BELIEVE AND YOU WILL EXCEED

Posted by

BZ

Believe in Love
Believe in Faith
Believe in Truth
Believe that no matter what happens, you have the power to
prevail
Believe in Strength
Believe in Courage
Believe in Honor
Believe that everyone has the power to be good at heart
Believe in Song
Believe in Dance
Believe in Culture
Believe that no matter who you are or where youre fromeveryone is unique
Believe in things you never would
Believe in doing things you never could
Believe in achievement
Believe that if you think you can, you can- but if you think you
cant, you wont.
Believe in the damned
Believe in the degenerate
Believe in the corrupted
Believe that evil does exist in many forms, but all can be overcome
Believe in spiritual
Believe in holy
Believe in sacred
Believe that your personal values can never be taken from you

Believe in mad
Believe in depressed
Believe in suicidal
Believe that one smile can save a life
Believe in magick
Believe in hope
Believe in dreams
Believe that the unbelievable happens everyday
Believe in time
Believe in forever
Believe in YOU
Believe that as long as you believe in yourself- anything is possible
Ricky Baker

A Cleansing Bath Mix

Posted by Rae'Oren Draconis

(The bath has become my sanctuary at the moment and I've been looking at all sorts
of interesting recipes and rituals relating to bathing. I'll share the ones that have
worked nicely for me here.)
You will need:
7" (17.5 cm) square of cotton muslin
a handful of medium oatmeal
a tsp of rock salt
3 drops of rose geranium essential oil
2 drops of lavender essential oil
1 drop of cypress essential oil
cotton thread
Place all of your dried ingredients into the centre of the muslin. Add your drops of oil
and blend the mix together. Gather the four corners of the cloth together, tie them
well with the thread and place the muslin bag beneath the flowing hot tap of the
bath, or hand it from the showerhead so that the water runs through it.
*Caution*
Essential oils are highly concentrated. Do not use them undiluted on the skin. Please
test a small area of skin with any essential oils and herbs in any recipes that you
decide to use to ensure you have no adverse reaction to them, and do not use herbs or
oils if you are pregnant.
By Sally Morningstar, The Art of Wiccan Healing

Secret Garden Bath Tea Recipe

Posted by Rae'Oren Draconis
You will need:
1 cup dried lavender
1 cup dried rose petals
1/2 cup dried lemon balm
1/4 cup dried rosemary
1 Tbsp. dried spearmint
10 drops lavender essential oil
5 drops rose essential oil
2 drops patchouli essential oil
Mix together and package. This should be enough for 2-3 bathes.
The method of using herbal teas is to simmer the herbs for 5
minutes, steep them for 10 minutes, and then pour the mixture
directly into the tub through a strainer. This method is very
satisfactory. The "tea" is stronger and does a better job, plus the
fact the fragrance created by simmering the tea is a beautiful
bonus.

Lido Restaurant Winter Vegetable Soup

Posted by Rev. Carol A. Ingle (Raven)
2 cups sliced leeks, white part only, cleaned and sliced into 1/4-inch strips
(from about 3 whole)
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
2 sprigs thyme
2 bay leaves
4 1/2 cups diced boiling potatoes (from a scant 2 pounds), peeled and diced
into 1/4 - inch cubes
1 1/2 cups diced parsnips (3 to 4 whole), peeled and diced into 1/4 - inch
cubes
1 celery root (about 1 pound), peeled and diced into 1/4 - inch cubes
1 quart chicken broth, more as desired
Salt and white pepper
1 cup heavy cream
White truffle oil
In a medium heavy-bottom soup pot heated over medium-high heat, saute
the leeks in the butter until tender, 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, and
being careful not to burn the butter. Stir in the thyme and bay leaves and
continue to cook until aromatic, about 1 minute.
Stir in the potatoes, parsnips, celery root and broth and bring the mixture to
a good simmer. Season with one-half teaspoon salt and a pinch of pepper, or
to taste. Cook until the parsnips begin to become tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and stir in the cream. Continue to cook
until all of the vegetables are tender, an additional 5 to 10 minutes. Remove
and discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaves.
Pure the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender. Strain
the soup through a fine mesh strainer and season as desired with additional
salt and pepper. Add the truffle oil, a few drops at a time, to taste.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately.
Serves 6-8

A Prayer for the Beginning of Winter

Posted by Rev. Carol A. Ingle (Raven)

A Prayer for the Beginning of Winter

In early winter, we can see the skies becoming
overcast,
and smell fresh snow in the air. Take a few
minutes to think about the fact that even if the
skies are cold and dark, it's only temporary.
See the gray skies overhead, preparing the way
for the darkness soon to come.
See the gray skies overhead, preparing the way,
for the world to go cold and lifeless.
See the gray skies overhead, preparing the way
for the longest night of the year.
See the gray skies overhead, preparing the way
for the sun to one day return,
bringing with it light.

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HOW YOU CAN DONATE
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