Category Archives: symbolism

A Jewel in the Crown… Stuart France

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Stone of the Wise * PROJECTION-OF-GOLD In truth, it is certain and without doubt that whatever is above tends toward that which is below and whatever is below tends toward that which is above for the accomplishment of the One … Continue reading →

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All – Ex – Andros… Stuart France

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Sue Vincent

One is All… In Alchemy there are no short cuts. Many are those who have spent a life-time seeking its treasure in vain. On the other hand, everything it promises to reveal is freely given at the outset. One need … Continue reading →

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Emergence

Posted on August 25, 2019 by Sue Vincent

The dragonfly perched on the sun warmed granite of the bench… more than I am allowed to do, as it still has to be drilled and fixed immovably in place. I was precariously perched on the edge of a flowerbed, … Continue reading →

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Eyes for an Eye… Stuart France

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Sue Vincent

* “You know of what I speak, Gandalf. A great eye, lidless, wreathed in flame.” * I recall struggling to formulate this image when first reading Tolkien’s masterpiece. Even with the help of the cover illustrations it seemed to me … Continue reading →

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Gnomes, magic and porriwiggles…

Posted on June 6, 2019 by Sue Vincent

I don’t know what sparked the memory. It might have something to do with the Elemental symbolism and magic of the upcoming workshop weekend.  And we had been talking about gardens with one of my son’s neighbours… and gardens are … Continue reading →

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Herr Doktor…

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Sue Vincent

* Not warlike… Blood-Spilled! Not romantic… Heart-Thrilled! Not adventurous… Action-Filled! * Instead, our muse intends to trill it’s heaven-sent verse ‘gainst this… * …Our players willed to shape the Faustian Fall for well or ill. * Continue reading at The … Continue reading →

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Through a child’s eyes…

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Sue Vincent

I love Lady’s Mantle… Alchemilla mollis… the soft little alchemist. The shape and gentle shade of the downy leaves and the pale froth of yellow-green flowers. It is a lovely thing in my eyes. Yet it is not till the … Continue reading →

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Maxims ~ Stuart France

Posted on May 27, 2019 by Sue Vincent

* Fight fire with fire And the world is burning. * Fight fire with water And the world keeps turning… * Reblogged from Stuart France

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Lord of the Deep: Taking root

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Sue Vincent

One of the questions people don’t like to ask is whether or not our ritual drama weekends serve any useful purpose. It is all very well coming along to share the fun… and they are always fun… or enjoying a … Continue reading →

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Lord of the Deep: Outrunning the sun

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Sue Vincent

“Can’t stop,” said I, dashing through the corridor. “I’ve got to paint celery…” “Can you help me with my skin?” “Sure. I’ll just grab the pins…” There were a number of puzzled looks, as if to say, ‘she’s finally lost … Continue reading →

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