gdp's Comments

The Wild Hunt : An Ethics Statement: How to Start

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 07:51:47 +0000

A couple of years back, my (soon to be ex) brother in law tried to bring the Pagan community together to fight child molestation within the community. Granted; his methods were a little crude, to say the least. He soon found himself as an outcast. Maybe this approach will achieve what his histrionics (& a certain public ritual) did not. Good luck to you Jason, I hope it works.

The Wild Hunt : Update: The Wiccan Dagger Murder

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 21:45:57 +0000

Makes me wonder, what if the West Memphis police had tried to educate themselves, instead of listening to fundie wingnuts? Maybe all police should take their ques from Albuquerque.

The Wild Hunt : About St. Patrick and the Serpents

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:53:14 +0000

From Wikipedia; "For most of Christianity's first thousand years, canonisations were done on the diocesan or regional level. Relatively soon after the death of people considered to be very holy people, the local Church affirmed that they could be liturgically celebrated as saints. As a result, St. Patrick has never been formally canonised by a Pope; nevertheless, various Christian churches declare that he is a Saint in Heaven (he is in the List of Saints). He is still widely venerated in Ireland and elsewhere today." So, technically, he isn't even a true Saint?

The Wild Hunt : About St. Patrick and the Serpents

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:44:44 +0000

"They say that one of the early "St. Nicholas" characters was only a thinly disguised Poseidon." I've also heard that Thor was the original "Santa". lol

The Wild Hunt : About St. Patrick and the Serpents

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:11:56 +0000

Congrats to both of you!! Blessings & good health to both of your little bundles of joy!

The Wild Hunt : Quick Note: Pantheism Not Paganism

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:50:13 +0000

This reminds me of a reaction i got from a friend when I told him I was Wiccan, "Oh, naked women, dancing in the woods!" lmao

The Wild Hunt : Paganism! Paganism! Paganism!

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:20:29 +0000

"Who do THEY know?! The best I seem to be able to find is clumsy and fully clothed dancing around a hibachi in a meeting hall parking lot or a public park!?" I take it, you never got to go to "The Real Witches Ball" in Columbus, Oh.? Somebody always managed to have an orgy every year, although there was never any fire (& almost never any ritual either). LMAO

The Wild Hunt : The Secret San Francisco Peaks Talks

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:12:39 +0000

Karlsefni, This is more than a little off topic. It might be more appropriate to take your question to http://www.robinartisson.com/contact.html .

The Wild Hunt : Quick Note: Halloran for Congress?

Fri, 5 Mar 2010 05:50:18 +0000

I believe, whenever we find politicians from our community, we should ask questions & remind them, whether they or we like it or not, the rest of this country sees them as representations of us. Whether or not we are their constituents, we need to know where they stand. Who knows, these people could eventually gain the highest office in this country, wouldn't you like to know more about them before hand? Besides, do you think the Christian right takes things like districts into account when vetting out candidates of their faith? Why should we?

The Wild Hunt : Quick Note: Halloran for Congress?

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 15:46:04 +0000

My comment on his page has been deleted without so much as an attempt at answering my questions. As my comment was polite & respectful, I am led to believe this has more to do with personal bigotry or the usual political BS, than anything said by me.

The Wild Hunt : Quick Note: Halloran for Congress?

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 15:36:46 +0000

Defending & furthering the rights of his own community would in no way break his oaths. I am not talking about forcing people to convert to paganism, or instituting pagan beliefs as law, just making sure that the rights of pagans are not trampled on. (&, by extension, the rights of LBGTQ people, as they make up a large portion of our community.)

The Wild Hunt : Quick Note: Halloran for Congress?

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 07:52:55 +0000

"Ok, but he wouldn't be running to represent pagans." As he is pagan/heathen, not representing pagans & pagan issues would be hypocritical in the extreme. In effect, he would be cutting off his nose to spite his face.

The Wild Hunt : Quick Note: Halloran for Congress?

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 10:39:17 +0000

I have been to his page & asked some of these questions. Let's see if my comment makes it past moderation, let alone receives any answers.

The Wild Hunt : Quick Note: Halloran for Congress?

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 04:50:14 +0000

While I am excited at the prospect of an openly pagan candidate, I am more interested in his views on real issues. 1. Given the numbers of LGBTQ people within the pagan community, how does he stand on marriage equality, DADT, ENDA, transgender equality, etc.? 2. How does he stand on healthcare, given the poverty numbers in our community? 3. Finally, how can a member of a minority religion associate with a group known for opposition to minority rights? Just a few of the questions that need answered before we get behind any candidate. Remember, there are idiots in every community, ours is no exception.

The Wild Hunt : Quick Updates on Recent Stories

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 21:21:13 +0000

Mmmmm bats!!! I wonder if they're good with ketchup, maybe I should ask Ozzy. lmao

The Wild Hunt : McCollum Speaks and other Pagan News of Note

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 20:02:27 +0000

There will always be a fundie fringe willing to believe these wingnuts. The recession & other factors make things worse, because people want someone to blame for their hard times.

The Wild Hunt : Quick Note: Pagans and the Religious Blogosphere

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:26:21 +0000

Congrats Jason!!

The Wild Hunt : McCollum Speaks and other Pagan News of Note

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:23:08 +0000

paganus -a -um [belonging to a village , rural, rustic]; m. as subst. [a villager, countryman]. I believe this is the root of the word Pagan as it is used now, because the Romans allowed the various villages they conquered to continue worshiping as they had before, thus pagans were both "country dwellers" & of a separate faith. Seems to me, under this definition, anyone could be considered Pagan. lol

The Wild Hunt : Megan Cavanagh Outs Herself (As a Pagan)

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:02:56 +0000

When anyone (let alone someone in the public spotlight) feels comfortable enough with their beliefs to come out of the "broom closet", it should be reason enough for us all to celebrate. Congrats on your bravery Megan!! Blessed be.

The Wild Hunt : The Kids Are Alright and other Pagan News of Note

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:42:38 +0000

I was raised in a Pentecostal church. I can see how someone from outside the church would find dancing in the aisles & speaking in tongues a little weird. lol However, having attended a Vodou ceremony later in life, I have to say the energy in both places felt about the same to me.