How rude of me to post a question without introducing myself! Boy, how I wish I had found this site years ago. I've been on a self-directed spiritual journey for about 8 years now, reading about everything from astrology to psychic ability to contacting angels, etc. I do believe that I'm "gifted," and have been since I was a child, however I haven't been able to develop my gifts in the way I would like. Eventually I would like to take Miss Cat's course....I think it is exactly what I've been looking for.
I live in the midwest, but my family has strong roots in Alabama. Reading this site, I am now realizing that my grandmother has practiced certain elements of hoodoo for as long as I can remember. For example, anytime one of us is sick, she grabs her bottle of oil, annoints us on the forehead, touches our head and prays for us. It's like you can feel the spirit coming from her hands.
Also, back in the day before the state started running the lottery, my grandparents used to be HUGE numbers folks! My granny could even "work out" the numbers with much success. She can still do it with the current lottery system, but unfortunately she won't do it anymore since she's "saved and sanctified."
And dangit, I could really use a number right now! One day I will have to ask her what else she does/used to do...but I will need to be careful. If she now sees it as "going against God" (which I totally disagree with, but anyway) then she might not be willing to share too much. I would have to catch her at the right time.Well anyway, I just wanted to say hi and that I am really enjoying reading this site and this forum.
- Kaye
