This time, last week, I was pouring myself onto the train at Croydon Station to start my journey home from my favourite time of the year: Witchfest International. I was a little gutted to do so, because I had to leave midway through Damh the Bard's set (many thanks and apologies to the people who had to put up with me sitting in the aisle seat- basically in the way- so that I could leave without much disruption)... but I had a 2 hour journey ahead of me and a poorly Mr Shanti at home (don't worry, he's feeling better now).
But, ooooh, what a day! Merlyn and Cathbodva organised another amazing Witchfest (who would expect otherwise?), so much so that I wish there had been some sort of cloning spell so that I could attend every talk scheduled. Highlights of the day included a very special announcement from the Doreen Valiente Foundation (curious? Check out Where Witchcraft Lives), the long awaited return of Kate West and her informative yet hilarious talks and the discovery of satirical folk singer Paul Mitchell. Also a personal thrill of mine was finally buying that purple and black corset top from Spirit Visions that I've been lusting after since the Artemis Gathering. I thought I wasn't that obvious about how much I wanted it, but even Barbara said she noticed me popping over frequently to look at it. Embarrassing! But I did finally buy it and it does indeed fit (even if getting it on and off is a two person job). I also managed to finally purchase some lovely booklets: Divination by Kevin Groves and Little Book of Inspirations and Introduction to Anglo Saxon Magic & Witchcraft by Tylluan Penry. I do highly recommend you hop on over to The Wolfenhowle Press and get yourselves copies, as they are well worth reading. Also had the thrill of meeting my friends, including Kevin and Tylluan (as already mentioned), Elmcloud and family and Lyn Bayliss of LifeRites who, some may know, was the officiant at my Handfasting back in 2011.
Now to move onto my workshop!