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Creature Feature: Roane

The Sea Fairy who wears seal skin. Description Roane is the Gaelic name for a seal, sometimes these creatures are called Seal Maidens. Roane is believed to be a sea fairy that wears seal skins to travel through the seas. They have been known to take off the skins and can appear in human shape as well. They are known to be the most gentle of all of the sea fairies. Folktales tell of the Roane removing their seal skins on the northern shores so they can dance in the moonlight. Metaphysical Attributes This creature brings forward similar attributes as the mermaid (strong protection, wisdom, predictions, self-discipline, dedication, tolerence, and learning how to separate your intellect and emotions). It is also known to bring forward magic through music, dancing, singing, and love.

Creature Feature: (Winged) Sea Unicorn

Can be found: Within the deep waters of the sea. Description: It has been shown to have the front part, head, and forelegs of a horse, a fish tail in the rear, and the horn of a Unicorn (mystical horse with a spiraled horn). Several sea unicorns have been seen with wings on its shoulders. Metaphysical Purpose: It is believed that this creature will help you prepare your emotions for deep metaphysical work. This creature combines the positive qualities of a Unicorn and a Pegasus (magical winged horse) to enable someone to gain control over their own emotions. This creature comes with a warning to those who misuse this given ability- a person who masters the ability to control emotions could learn to manipulate the emotions of others around them.

Creature of the Month: Barbegazi

"Frozen Beards" Can be found: High mountainous regions of France and Switzerland Description: These Gnome-like creatures are known for their icicle coated beards and white fur garments. Their names are Swiss for “frozen beards”. Their large feet enable them to ski or use snow shoes. They are also quite useful for digging- out of avalanches or to conceal themselves within the thick snowy regions. They live in networks of caves and tunnels. Little is known about their lifestyle and tend to appear only when blizzards or freezing temperatures have forced mountaineers from the higher altitudes. Their attitude towards humans is friendly and helpful but credit is usually given to St Bernard Dogs or other rescue canines.They give warnings of avalanches by whistling or hooting.

Creature of the month: Akeru

 The Twin Lions Can be found: Egyptian Mythology Description: Represented as a two headed lion. Each head facing a different direction or two lions conjoined on the back part and facing opposite directions. The Sun disk is placed on their heads. Other names: Xerefu, Sef and Tuau-The Twin Lions Mythology: These lions represent time. “The Lions of Yesterday and Today” were considered the guardians of the gates of the sunrise and sunset. Their symbolism is quite similar to the Greek Alpha and Omega. An individual working with these creatures can bring forward a positive journey and the ability to look at their past without regret and look toward the future with hope. This creature can enable an individual to learn from their mistakes made within their past lives.

Creature of the Month: Hippogriff

Creature of the Month: Hippogriff The combination of a horse and a Griffin. Can be found: Among the mountainous far north. Description: The Hippogriff has the body of a large horse and the front part of a Griffin with beak, claws, and wings. This creature has been featured in many stories throughout the Middle Ages. It is believed that its mother was a horse and its father was a Griffin. Upon meeting this astral being, you must be prepared in order to be brought to enlightenment, if you have convinced yourself into believing you are prepared, you will be delivered to disturbing experiences. Using this creature in meditation enables you to travel within the worlds. It is believed this creature can take you to the path of spiritual enlightenment. This journey will cure you of any false beliefs of your spiritual journey and will show all truths. 

Magical Places: Boulder Field

  Hickory Run State Park, PA I traveled to this magical place for the first time when I was young. I visited with my younger brother and my mother. We journeyed down the miles long bare road within Hickory Run State Park in Pennsylvania to see the acres of boulders that remained after a glacier delivered them within this field. We heard it was an eye opening experience. Along the drive to our destination my clairvoyance kicked on. I saw many mystical creatures trotting within the thick forest, flying gracefully along the road, and going about their business. I had never seen so many creatures in one area! You could tell that different sects of creatures lived in their own areas within the woods. The closer we got to our destination-the more mystical our journey became. My mother was beginning to sense the various creatures as well.  We finally arrived to our destination. It was amazing and definitely fit the definition-eye opening! A field covered with thousan...

Creature of the Month: Woodwose

Wild men of the woods Can be found: European and Scottish woodlands Source of food: Assumed to be omnivore Height: Average human adult height to seven feet tall Description: Similar to the Greenmen who are covered in leaves, these men are covered in hair or fur and wear no clothes. They have been compared to the Sasquatch of North America but are considered more human-like, unlike the Sasquatch which is ape-like. These men live within thick woodlands and protect the wild forests they inhabit. They also have been called upon as “Wooser”, “Ooser”, or “Wild Men of the Woods”. In medieval times, their features were used on masks. There are also carvings of the Woodwose in churches in East Anglia. These entities were featured in many literary pieces dating from the Sixteenth and Seventeenth century. Very little is known about them.

Creature of the Month: Gnome

The little man with the pointy hat and beard.   Can be found: Gnomes have been found all around the world.  Height: They range in height varying from four to twelve inches tall Source of food: Cereals, root vegetables, known to have ale during celebrations. Description: Whenever gnomes are mentioned, we imagine a tiny man or lady with pointy hats. Statues of Gnomes have been used as yard or garden decorations for many years. (I have a large one of my own). The men are most well known-their cheery faces stick out of their large white beards. They wear little pointed caps, sewn peasant style clothing, and tights. Female gnomes typically wear similar clothing and it is typical for married females to wear scarves. These fantastic little creatures can live for hundreds of years. They tend to live peaceful lives outside of civilizations usually in underground colonies in forests or rock gardens. They can adapt to life in large bird houses or in thick shrubbery...