You may be asking, "What does the Olympic National Park have to do with Spirituality?" If you so, you've probably never been there. This is the one link listed here that fits exactly with my spirituality. Whenever I feel lost or disconnected, a visit to the ONP will bring me back into focus.

The link will take you to the Olympic National Park website where you can contact the ONP Wilderness Information Center (WIC). This is the closest thing I have to a Church.

The Pagan Library is a worthwhile reference site. They've got a lot of good information and it's easy to navigate the site and find what you're looking for.

Be certain to read the essay on "The Other People" (keeping an open mind, of course).

As he says in a pop up window before you even get to the page, it is likely to offend if you stop reading at the title. "I have nothing against Wicca. It's the Wiccans I can't stand". "Why Wiccans Suck" was chosen to provoke a response. On the page he makes some pointed arguments, the best of which is that just as there are "Christians" mucking it up for Christianity, so there are "Wiccans" all goofed up about Wicca. And if his "Newbie" page doesn't make you laugh, you may need to re-examine yourself.

And in the interest of the Fairness Doctrin, Alpha of The Ranting Witches, presents the opposing view of "Why 'Why Wiccans Suck' Sucks".

Of course, they both have their good points to make. Be sure to read both essays and decide for yourself.

"Teen Witch"

Okay, what reaction did you just have? If you gagged, you and I have the same preconceptions. The good news is there is always hope and Desirée's Musings is proof of that. Desirée is a young lady who, judging from her site, has her act more substantially together than most, regardless of age. Her artwork is beautiful and her musings insightful and relevant. When visiting, be sure to read her section on "Teen Witch" and be prepared to rethink your sterotypes.

The copyright "Self Portrait" to the left was lifted with permission and a little difficulty from her site. Sign my guestbook, Desirée, and I'll tell you how I did it! (For the record, Desirée has now signed the guestbook (thanks, Dez). Have you?)

Strong minded women think for themselves, are willing to speak up about it and face life's challenges accordingly. The closed minded of our society have branded such women as Heartless Bitches.

HBI has a great site with a great attitude. The graphic graphic is copyright and used here with permission. When visiting their site, be sure to check out the "Weak of the Week" and "Sappy Site" features.

I found out that HBI has posted my request to use their graphic. I'm flattered to see that it is grouped under the heading of "Guys who got it".

The Common Ground site tries to focus on what we share as our spirituality instead of focusing on the dogmatic differences. I highly approve of such effort, so I'm including their link here. They've responded by linking back to this site under "Other Religions".

The Virtual Candle is a site that I came across recently. Call it a prayer, wish, spell, whatever you like. Light a candle for your need. Be sure to check out the rest of the Journey site once you're finished.