August 5, 2000

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A Break in My Train of Thought

One of my goals is to get a life. I know, that sounds both simplistic and hugely complex. And, maybe it is both. What I am really saying is that I am trying to get some sort of social life. Up until the last couple of years, I have always surrounded myself with people and activities. I am largely a social animal. Having moved, not just from house to house, but from state to state, a couple of times in rapid succession, my social life has suffered. Another difference is that most often I was part of a couple in my socializing. This socializing as a single woman is a bit trickier. So many folks are suspicious of a single womans motives when shes friendly.

What to do, what to do? Look for a group of like-minded people, says I. Thus my foray into the Tarot class a couple of weeks ago. Today I followed that up with another little adventure. There is a Mystery School here which gives classes of a metaphysical nature. This weekend, for the more than reasonable sum of $25, you could sample their classes in one hour bites all day Saturday and Sunday. I couldnt go Saturday as I was delivering Chickie to her brother, Young Stud, on Saturday. (3 Cheers for Young Stud!) But Sunday I could, and did, attend.

I took advantage as fully as possible with classes in Kaballah, Chakras, Wizardry, World Religions and Shamanism. The building is unique its an old Steak and Ale Restaurant and very little has been done to change the décor. The front area, which used to be the bar/lobby, now houses a nice shop with a wonderful array of books, divination tools, jewelry, etc. The old dining rooms are now classrooms. It works.

I started out in my first class, Kaballah. The woman was very nice and very genuine, but mostly avoided the subject matter. I dont think it was because she was not knowledgeable, rather that she could not figure out how to condense so complex a subject into a one hour space.

Classes #2 & 3 were by the same instructor. He was very verbose. Not only that, but he was sadly mistaken on a number of points boiling Hindus down to cow worshippers and summarizing the issue of religious differences something like this.. Christians say youll go to hell if you sin. Buddhists say karma is the result of your sins. But If Ive accepted Jesus as my savior, all my karma is wiped out. Now, perhaps I am not great scholar of religions and am not truly enlightened yet.but I think the guy was nuts.

I contemplated leaving at that point, but then decided that I needed to stay and see if there was a real message for me in this. The class on world religions did not have time to deal with the subject matter effectively, but the instructor was a wonderful woman, with an inner light that shone gently all around her. She has healed herself of rheumatoid arthritis. I saw the evidence, she was not exaggerating. I enjoyed her very much.

Lastly was Shamanism with a fellow who was very knowledgeable about Shamanism in many cultures across the world. Another interesting class.

There was an interesting blend of people at the classes, as you might imagine. There was a girl all decked out in black sporting a spell bag, and necklaces full of witchcraft symbolism. There was a girl full of gorgeous tattoos truly artworks. There were men with their graying hair in pony tails, riding Harleys. There were artsy folks. There were folks that felt real and folks that wore the label of Metaphysical as some sort of badge of honor. Quite a diverse mixture.

I managed to buy a perfume that I adore, a silk bag for my Tarot cards to live in and a hematite ring. I enjoyed the afternoon as a whole. However, I am not sure this little exercise advanced my social life. If the goal was to find like minded people, well Im not sure about that either. In all truthfulness, I am beginning to wonder if there are any like minded people here. I know, I knowsounds perhaps a bit arrogant, but I am beginning doubt that no man is an island bit of philosophy. At least it will make it easier for me to come out the winner in my own personal version of Survivor if Im the only one on the island.

It might be worth your while to attend one of these classes on a regular basis. You’ll get to know the other members of the class, and may find that there are indeed like-minded people close to you. Good-luck.

Besides Tarot check out palm reading (chiromancy). Besides giving great insight into peoples’ personalities it is a great ice breaker and party “game”… 😉

Thank you for your kind thoughts in regard to the loss of my nephew.

I know the feeling. I keep trying to get a life, and I keep ending up with the same old one I’ve got. I figure it’s got to be here somewhere. Keep looking. 🙂 Love + Hugs,

I don’t know how many times I’ve gone into a class hoping to learn something and encountered “teachers” who knew even less than I did. I did meet Jonathan at such gatherings, ‘tho.

I know you’re are definately not “clueless”. I think the classes sound fascinating. People in their different guises and characters are wonderful. The more diverse the more exciting. You got a life sweetie.

Try to look for a GROUP (a large group)that meets regularly for discussion – ask at Phoenix and Dragon! or ask Rodney at Crystal Blue – that way you’ll meet the SAME guys over and over and can get to know each other better

Willy & Wilma

August 6, 2000

Many ODers do manage to get together in real life. Something lke a lonely hearts club here might help the process of finding one another–you know, where you say who and where you are and maybe a picture

I don’t have much of a social life myself. It’s so hard to meet like-minded people; that’s one of the reasons I love OD so much, because there are so many “kindred spirits” here.

I think there are like-minded people here, really I do. The hunt can suck, but, you are on the right track! Happy Hunting SW! Be Well

I enthusiastically second your efforts to get back into “circulation.” Only one little problem: Such widely variegated groups may attract a few kooks and misguided instructors, so I hope you use your excellent judgment to sort them all out. [Lee]A10027

I would love to be a “fly on the wall” in all those classes you are attending. Right up my alley. Another idea: Try handwriting analysis. Your ODers are giving you good advice.

I know what you mean about socail life! I think that’s why I love it in here so much. I hope you find what you are looking for. Colours are a bit…ermm..different LOL Hugz

With all this paranormal investigation one thing is for certain, your life will not sneak up on you!

Excellent SW, we singles have to avoid best friends husbands with frustrations, and a host of other landmines. You’re doing just great. Go well:)

Torin Invanusson

August 7, 2000

::laughing softly:: I acquired a hematite ring myself not too long ago. I wear it on the middle finger of my right hand. With a grin…

Albany

August 7, 2000

Be careful with these way-out adventures you can get hurt and very disillusioned. In my experience many things in life are not at all what they seem and someone is always looking for an easy buck.

Finding like-minded people isn’t always easy *smile* You have interesting classes, though…

Keep enjoying the journey…. don’t try to locate the end. The only way to find something is to stop looking fot it. I did first aid and motorcycle classes one summer. Got hit by a car riding my bicycle.

Wouldn’t let any but ambulance guys cut my jeans so then the insurance co paid. Later drove a friends notorcycle around the N Island of NZ. Keep going with the flow SW.

BlueEyes

August 7, 2000

Next time, SW, bring some popcorn. That will separate the wheat from the chaff and you’ll find the “like” minds. I still haven’t given up on Brian – stay tuned.

El Coyote Loco

August 7, 2000

*chuckles* Christianity and Hinduism at odds: Imagine that… in other words, ‘their dogma ran over your karma?’ (runs!)

Torin Invanusson

August 7, 2000

Ask and ye shall receive, Sunshine. A very non-mushy entry has been posted. It should appeal to your wolfen nature. With a toothsome grin…

Thanks for understanding the point of my entry. I thought it was simple enough and I dare say my offbeat sense of humour- which prompted my general statement about men & their brains/penis- was lost on most…

…even nestled as it was within the entry and the main point. *sigh* Sounds like your on the right track simply by getting out there & “trying/doing”. I wish you much success. 🙂

Hey, I’ve been to that place! Off Roswell Rd. (not the one with the space men), just outside the Perimeter. You’re hanging in my ‘hood SW. 😉 Peace and love,

Just checking… isn’t it ‘my karma ran over your dogma’? What did I miss. Hope you visit me at my B&B! Wait ’til you find out my real first name …wierd.

Good luck with your seeking! Type a page full of the qualities you’re looking for in friends, tear it up and burn it. Bet you’ll run into someone pronto!

i admire your guts, i’m not one to just go out and jump into things. dancing is always wonderful, and you definitely meet some interesting people . . .

well..the problem is not that you have not found a community of like minded people (you have, dear lady, right here) but that we are so spread over the world and that wecommune and socialze thru words alone mostly

but do know…you are not alone on the island and i think you ar edoing the right thing by seeking companionship..i would have chosen a similar route and you have inspired me to learn about Tarot! (hugs)

recently I have decided that the “get” as in “get a life” is the SLANG expression meaning “to understand”. Finally, I get it! But will I be able to understand the life I’ve already got? confusedly yours,