Might and Magick

  *This is based on notes from numerous expeditions I took into the Shadow Realm or La Sombra del Mundo circa 2014 to 2017.  A "Palero" is the term for a Priest or Tata of Palo, usually Palo Mayombe.  **The process I used to enter the La Sombra del Mundo I will NOT divulge. It is  similar  to Astral Projection, but even that is not common information, at all. I am not talking about "imagination" or "guided imagery" or "visualizations". I literally mean the conscious to nearly conscious transition of awareness to another body which resides in another realm.  I step into darkness... I become aware that I am walking through a crowded sidewalk toward an open-air market. The foot traffic is thick, coming and going both ways, and I can feel the jostle of other bodies brushing past mine. I realize that my body feels more solid in comparison. They feel nearly weightless. As if hollow and buoyant, like a birthday balloon. When we accidentally collide, I s

  Gran Maitresse Erzulie is the personification of love, beauty, and femininity. Gran Maitresse Erzulie is a highly elevated Loa who rarely touches down for more than a couple of minutes. If she does, consider yourself and the temple very blessed. Her husband, Ogun Balendjo, is never far behind. If Gran Maitresse Erzulie takes possession, you can almost guarantee Ogun Balendjo will. Gran Maitresse Erzulie is the Matron of the Erzulie line, which includes both Erzulie Freda and Erzulie Danthor. Even though she is ephemeral, Gran Maitresse Erzulie's intervention is far-reaching. She is sweet, loving, and compassionate, but do not mistake her kindness for weakness. Gran Maitresse Erzulie protects women and children. She cries for the sufferings of all people and wants to heal humanity. She seeks revenge for the rape and domestic abuse and gladly avenges violence towards women and children. Gran Maitresse Erzulie enjoys cleanliness and luxury. Perfume and powders are dispe