Nearly everything I've learned about Hoodoo, I've learned from this site. I keep thinking I've gotten through all of the material only to find a new subject pop up out of no where. I've only been studying the subject for a couple of weeks, having ended up here on accident while pursuing some herbal studies.
I am so very grateful for the extensive and thorough knowledge of the information compiled here by both Cat and her crew. She is an amazing scholar and leaves nothing underinvestigated. Everytime I read a subject, I have very few unanswered questions. Her communicatoin style is easy to understand and learn from as well. At least for me. I hope it is that way for others because it has made learning that much more of a joy than a homework-driven chore.
Like Job from the bible, I recently was released from a very long ordeal that tested my faith. I can't say I acted as graciously or faithfully as him. But it was all of such a nature that the disempowerment was total and complete and utterly horrifying. In the last couple of months I've been given gifts that have nearly knocked me over with meaning. Hoodoo studies is one of them.
After over 4 years of having absolutely no power to help myself, being forced into homelessness - living on the streets, ill and disabled - I lit a candle and something profound occurred in less than 3 weeks - a sign of victory. I was forced to clean up my Kharma during my previous ordeal - I hadn't realized how messy it had become. Now, I reference Job within a different context. I asked for a job and I was brought here.
So now, I am delightfully burdened to learn Hoodoo with all of my scholarly enthusiasm, to practice it with all of my magical courage and to experiment with it utilizing all of my creativity. I hope only one day to prove myself worthy of the information and the task I've been given.
I write all of this in hopes to find kindred spirits. I walked through my ordeals in secret while surrounded by people and it's a very lonely and humbling thing to do. This forum has proven safe and thoroughly researched. The members have been kind and helpful. I ask only that people forgive my ignorance and not be offended if I post an occasional misguided question or ten. Sometimes I cannot find the answer until I ask for it. Sometimes only making myself vulnerable to judgement makes me worthy of the answer.
Thank you so very much!
Jewelz
