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Issue #45 -- March 2004

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In this Issue:

[01] Editorial Notes
[02] Cauldron Challenge: March
[03] Cauldron News
[04] Cauldron Discussions
[05] Reviews
     [05-1] Simplified Qabala Magic
     [05-2] Magick of the Gods and Goddesses
     [05-3] The Wicca Herbal
     [05-4] The Witch's Familiar
     [05-5] Mapping Your Birthchart
     [05-6] Conceptions of God in Ancient Egypt
     [05-7] Professional Tarot
[06] Received For Review (with Mini-Reviews)
[07] Articles:
     [07-1] You and Your Library
     [07-2] Nature of FlameKeeping
     [07-3] 12 Reasons Same-Sex Marriages Will "Ruin" Society
[08] Columns
     [08-1] TarotDeevah on the Tarot
     [08-2] Humor: Ignorant Pagan Intro Message
     [08-3] Poetry: Touch the Sun
[09] Around the Planes: Notes from All Over
     [09-1] Diet And Exercise Get To The Heart Of The Matter
     [09-2] Why The Library Is Better
     [09-3] Here's the Skinny on Potatoes
     [09-4] How To Avoid The Top Five Interview Mistakes
     [09-5] Getting Serious About April Fool's Day
[10] Newly Available Pagan Products
[11] Support The Cauldron by Volunteering to Help
[12] Newsletter Information
              (Including How To Subscribe/Unsubscribe)

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[01]
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========= EDITORIAL NOTES
========= by Randall Sapphire
=========

Your editors (Randall and LyricFox) are moving to Waco this month
and are getting married in April. This means that this may be the
last full size newsletter for a month or two. I know the April
2004 issue will be shorter than usual because I've already put it
together -- as I know I would not have time to do so right after
the move. This is why the submission deadline listed above is for
the May issue -- and that May issue will probably either be short
or, in the worst case, skipped. Hopefully, things will be back to
normal by the June issue.

Please don't let this stop you from submitting articles, reviews,
and poetry. We are very low on articles and I probably will not
have time to review many books over the next two or three months.
We have enough reviews done now and up on The Cauldron's web site
to carry us through May, but we can always use more. We are great
need of articles and poetry, however.

Elspeth and the rest of our wonderful staff will do their best to
keep The Cauldron's message board going strong while LyricFox and
I are involved in real life offline. However, they could use your
help. Please visit our message board regularly and participate in
discussions and start threads on subjects that interest you. Our
forum has perhaps grown a bit too dependent on LyricFox and
Randall over the last couple of years and if it is to survive our
marriage in good shape, our members are going to have to take a
more active role in keeping our message board fresh and
interesting.


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========= CAULDRON CHALLENGE: MARCH
========= by Star
=========

The March Challenge is to make some modification to your life
which you've been meaning to make. For instance, you might start
a diet or exercise plan. You might start a new good habit, or you
might stop a bad one. The only requirement is that the change be
for the better, and preferably something you've been thinking you
should do or would like to do.

I encourage participants to post their plans in the March
Challenge topic -- I find it's easier to hold myself to something
like this (rather than wandering off to something else) if I've
told someone I'm going to do it. Also, as the month goes by, you
can use this topic to report your progress.

  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12459.1


[03]
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========= CAULDRON NEWS
========= by The Cauldron: A Pagan Forum Staff
=========

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===== Cauldron Delphi Message Board Top Poster -- February 2004
=====

The Cauldron's message board had 5748 posts in February. Julesmo
(JULESMO3) had the most posts of any non-staff member in February
and snagged our monthly "top poster" award. Our Runner Up -- by
one post -- was Everfool (EVERFOOL). Pandora (LAZYLION65),
Loreley (LORELEYJ), Loneash (LONEASH), and Karen (STARGLADE) gave
Everfool a good race for that runner up spot.

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The Cauldron held a small donation drive in early February to
allow The Cauldron to switch from paying its main expense
(hosting fees for the web site) annually instead of monthly. When
we started this drive, we expected in would take all month to
raise enough money to pay for a year at once (it was 50% more
than we had in the kitty). Instead, due to many wonderful members
(including two who were far more generous than we ever expected
anyone to be), we raised all the money we needed within about 48
hours and were able to close out the drive weeks early.

The staff of The Cauldron would like to thank everyone who has
donated to support our web site, either in our first ever
donation drive or just as they were able to do so in previous
years. Thanks to your donations The Cauldron's web site hosting
bill is paid through the end of February 2005 (unless we get so
popular that our monthly bandwidth jumps by a factor of 10 or
something, which isn't very likely). This means that even if
LyricFox and Randall's move puts a strain on their budget, The
Cauldron's web site will not become a causality and disappear
from the web.

Thanks again to everyone who donated to help pay the web site
bill for 2004 in advance!


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========= CAULDRON DISCUSSIONS
========= Recent Discussion Topics on our Message Board
=========

In an average month, over 150 new discussion topics are started
on The Cauldron's message board. Here are a few of the more
interesting discussions from the last month. It's not too late to
join in.

Thanks to Bloglet, you can now receive an email every night on
days we post new site news items to the main page of The
Cauldron's web site. These emails contain a link to the new item
and the first couple of lines of the news text. You can sign up
for Bloglet's free news delivery via the form at the end of the
site "News and Updates" section of The Cauldron's main web page.

===
=== Promoting Religions
===

This is sort of the flip side of the thread about Wicca's
popularity. There are really sort of two questions here.

The first is what other lesser-known religions can do to become
better known and, if they so desire, more popular. Is publicity
enough? If enough people join the religion will it make the
religion more visible? Is there anything that can be done?

The second is whether visibility and popularity is even a
desirable thing. Is it something you think religions should seek
out? Or should they just go about their business the same way
they always have and trust that people who are supposed to wind
up with them will find them?

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12506.1

===
=== Reasons Wicca Became So Popular?
===

There has been an explosion in the Wiccan population over that
last ten or fifteen years. I wonder what made Wicca seem so
attractive to so many people? I can think of a number of possible
reasons people came to Wicca from being drawn to the religious
aspects (or to its magickal aspects) to its "coolness factor" or
the large number of Wiccan books flooding the market.

What do you think are the main reasons Wicca has become so
popular Do you think these are good reasons to be drawn to a
religion?

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12500.1

===
=== Gay Marriage or Civil Unions?
===

Should gays be allowed to marry or should they be limited to
civil unions? Would allowing actual marriages somehow undermine
the First Amendment to the US Constitution? Would civil unions
for same sex couples and marriages for opposite sex couples
resolve the turmoil over this issues in the US or would this just
be another form of "separate but equal"? A new member argues that
gays should be limited to civil unions because allowing gays to
marry would eventually undermine the First Amendment. What do you
think? (Please remember to attack ideas and not the people
holding them in this "hot button" discussion.)

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12503.1

===
=== Is Sex Magick More Powerful?
===

I read that sex magick is the most powerful type of magick. Yet
none of the spells I see on the web or in books are sex magick.
If sex magick is so powerful, why aren't all spells sex magick?
Are we handicapping ourselves just to avoid offending prudes who
might see the spell book in the store?

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12463.1

===
=== Dealing with Unethical Leaders
===

What do you do -- or what do you think others should do -- about
unethical folks in positions of leadership?

Say there's someone who's repeatedly manipulative and/or scamming
others. Or a pathetic teacher who's stated she has no intentions
of improving -- Ravenwolf was good for her, it's good for her
students. Or someone who fosters bigotry of one type or another.
Or someone who coerces students... nothing illegal, just things
you'd rather not be associated with yourself. Or someone who
sleeps around & leaves a string of broken hearts & broken covens,
claiming it's all part of the "Goddess-love" practices, and
anyone who can't handle it isn't really pagan.

But the person is a known leader, a long-term member of the
community. More, s/he has many devoted students & followers --
just announcing, "OceanBreath is a scam," gets a few nodding
heads saying, "yup, I knew that... lemme tell you about what she
did at StarFest '89" and other people saying "no, you're just
jealous because she won't let you into her Karmic Soapmaking
workshops."

For the answers, I'd like people to assume they are part of this
community, that it matters to them -- this isn't really an issue
for solitaries. I'm curious about how people react to a problem-
leader in a community they care about, that they want to be
involved in. That saying, "I just won't associate with them, or
anyone close to them" feels like a cop-out -- like avoiding your
own family because Uncle Joey is a little creepy when he hugs the
young girls.

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12449.1

===
=== The Importance of Dreams?
===

Something I would like to discuss is the importance of dreams and
their meanings. How much should we look into their meaning and
how serious do you take them? Are they as important as
visualizations and meditation? What do you do when you wish to
have a guiding dream? How do you prepare for visualizations? How
well do dream spells work for you?

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12424.1

===
=== Satanism Isn't Pagan?!
===

Why do you list Satanism as a Pagan religion on your web site?
Isaac Bonewits says it is not and that Pagans should not support
Satanists who try to steal what little public goodwill Pagans
have by claiming to be Pagans.

The public thinks Satanists sacrifice babies and kill thousands
of people every year. Even if this isn't true, associating
Paganism with Satanism in the public mind will hurt the Pagan
religion. It only takes one bad looking apple in the apple cart.

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12413.1

===
=== Breaking in New Rituals/Practices
===

As I try to become more active on my path by introducing new
things, I'm finding that at first many practices feel odd or
don't have much meaning to me. Mentally I can acknowledge the
meaning they are supposed to have, but... the meaning hasn't
settled into my heart yet. That's probably the best I can do to
explain how it feels.

I'm sticking with them in hopes that over time I will become more
comfortable and a deeper significance will grow. I can feel
something there, but it's nothing to sneeze at compared to
already established practices that hold a lot of meaning for me.

I'm curious about the experiences and thoughts others here have
about this. Are new practices instantly natural and meaningful to
you or does it take time? What determines for you whether a
practice will stay or go? If things always click immediately for
you... what's your secret?

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12334.1

===
=== Past Lives Impact on Pagan Callings?
===

I am wondering if anyone has had a strong past life experience,
whereby your service to the ancient gods impact your present
practices. In my case, the Goddess has manifested her will in my
life in the most bizarre and strong ways, including
manifestations of Lugh at the time of the Lughanesse. All my
knowledge about these deities and customs come to me through
lucid meditation and now I am in complete to service to her
again. Sometime, this seems all beyond me and other times, I am
extremely comfortable in all this.

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12315.1

===
=== Non Wiccans Reading Wicca Books
===

A few days ago Amazon mailed me my last order of books, among
which there was Starhawk's Spiral Dance. A friend who went with
me to pick up the package from the post office was wondering
about it. She asked why would I need Wiccan books, if I am not
Wiccan, and the type of witchcraft I use is not Wiccan either by
a long shot. (It's very traditional local folk type of craft).

My answer was that when I first read it, I was interested to
learn about Wicca. Nowadays, I just want the book because it has
some useful stuff about energy raising, exercises, and other
things that I may use as reference points and learning tools. I
really don't care much about the theology or morals part, more
about the Craft part.

My friend said that things cannot be really separated, and that
the religious Wiccan teachings will influence my practice of
witchcraft, whether I like it or not. She says it is "sad" that I
"allow" local folk magic be "meshed" with Wicca. That it's bad
for Wicca, and bad for folk magic.

Do you think my friend is right? What can non-Wiccan witches
learn from Wiccans? Can it be learned from other sources? Should
it?

* Read (or join in) this discussion:
  http://forums.delphiforums.com/CUSTOM7999/messages?msg=12283.1


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============    BOOK AND DECK REVIEWS
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[05-1]
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========= REVIEW: SIMPLIFIED QABALA MAGIC
========= Reviewed by Randall Sapphire
=========

Simplified Qabala Magic
Author: Ted Andrews
Trade Paperback, 165 pages
Publisher: Llewellyn
Publication date: June 2003
ISBN: 073870394X
US Retail Price: $9.95
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/073870394X/thecauldron

The Hermetic Qabala is a complex subject. Many books have been
written on it in the last hundred years. Many of those are
incomprehensible to anyone not already well-informed on the
subject. With Simplified Qabala Magic, Ted Andrews is attempting
to explain the Hermetic Qabala to those without any background
knowledge at all. As this is quite a task, I was surprised to
find that he was far more successful that I expected. This book
is still not what most people will consider light reading, but it
is a readable -- and more importantly -- understandable
introduction to the Qabala and basic methods for working with it.

This book explains the Tree of Life, using meditation to work
with the Tree, basic Pathworking, the Qabalistic Cross, and the
Middle Pillar exercise. The material is basic, but well
explained. It will not make one an expert on the Hermetic Qabala,
but it will enable one to actually understand more advanced works
on the subject. A word of warning, this book teaches the Hermetic
Qabala in fairly standard form for the Western Magical tradition.
That is, it is Judeo-Christian in orientation, although with a
very "New Age" flavor. Pagans who are unable to deal with this
might want to skip this book.

           This review is available on our web site at
            http://www.ecauldron.com/bookmr03.php#sqm


[05-2]
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========= REVIEW: MAGICK OF THE GODS AND GODDESSES
========= Reviewed by Randall Sapphire
=========

Magick of the Gods and Goddesses: Invoking the Power of the
  Ancient Gods
Author: D.J. Conway
Trade Paperback, 448 pages
Publisher: Crossing Press
Publication date: October 2003
ISBN: 1580911536
US Retail Price: $19.95
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1580911536/thecauldron

In Magick of the Gods and Goddess: Invoking the Power of the
Ancient Gods, Conway attempts the massive task of providing a
very basic overview on the deities and religious and magickal
practices of over twenty cultures or groups: Witchcraft and
Paganism, Shamanism, Ceremonial Magick, the Qabala, Egypt, the
Middle East, Greece, Rome, Africa, Celtic Europe, Nordic Europe,
Finnish, Slavonic Europe and Russia, India, China, Japan, Tibet,
Pacific islands, Native North Americans, Mayas, Aztecs, Incas,
angels, and planetary spirits. The chapters on specific cultures
each have basic background, information on the culture's
religion, information on the culture's dress, a few example
myths, and information on the culture's major gods and goddesses.

Unfortunately, this book suffers -- as other similar books have
before it -- from relying too much on popular press sources and
not enough on academic sources. The bibliographies for most
cultural sections are predominantly filled with popular press and
even revisionist books. Some sections don't list any academic
books at all, or only ones printed many years ago. Judging by
those cultures I'm familiar with, some of the information is
accurate and useful and some is just plain wrong or highly
revisionist.

If one is not familiar with the culture or group at hand it would
be hard to tell the accurate from the questionable. For example,
if one is not knowledgeable on ancient Greek religion, one would
probably have no idea that the ancient Greeks did not see Hekate
as described in her entry in this book: she was neither seen as a
crone or thought to be part of a triple goddess. Nor were her
symbols the key and the cauldron -- they were the key and
torches. Many of the descriptions of other deities in the
cultures I'm familiar with have similar problems. The problems
with information in this book are sometimes minor, but
collectively, they give an inaccurate picture. The sad thing is
that the author could have avoided many of these problems simply
by using better sources.

While parts of Magick of the Gods and Goddess: Invoking the Power
of the Ancient Gods are an interesting read, this isn't a book
you want to quote as proof to a history buff or a Pagan
Reconstructionist. This book might be useful for those Pagans who
are not overly concerned with cultural and historical accuracy,
but I really can't recommend it to anyone. It's a great idea
flawed by poor research and poor sources.

           This review is available on our web site at
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[05-3]
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========= REVIEW: THE WICCA HERBAL
========= Reviewed by Randall Sapphire
=========

The Wicca Herbal: Recipes, Magick, and Abundance
Author: Jamie Wood
Trade Paperback, 278 pages
Publisher: Celestial Arts
Publication date: September 2003
ISBN: 1587611694
US Retail Price: $21.95
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1587611694/thecauldron

The Wicca Herbal: Recipes, Magick, and Abundance is a fairly
basic herbal, providing a few paragraphs of information on the
magickal and medicinal uses of about 100 different herbs. What
sets this book apart from other herbals is that at least one
recipe or ritual is provided for each herb. For example, the
entry for basil includes a recipe for "Nirvana Tomato-Basil-
Garlic Pasta" and a spell for banishing the winter blues as well
as basic information on the uses of basil and on growing basil.
The entry for Mugwort includes a recipe for banishment incense
and a scrying ritual.

The info on the herbs themselves seems skimpy, however. It
appears to be more of a herbal cookbook and ritual book than what
I expect when I see a book described as a "herbal." This book is
would make an excellent complement to a formal herbal. Most
herbals are long on dry data and short of practical applications,
while this book is short on the data but full of practical ways
to put herbs to use.

           This review is available on our web site at
            http://www.ecauldron.com/bookmr04.php#twh


[05-4]
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========= REVIEW: THE WITCH'S FAMILIAR
========= Reviewed by Randall Sapphire
=========

The Witch's Familiar
Author: Raven Grimassi
Trade Paperback, 192 pages
Publisher: Llewellyn
Publication date: June 2003
ISBN: 0738703397
US Retail Price: $12.95
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0738703397/thecauldron

Occasionally I pick up a book that makes me wonder what the
author and publisher were thinking. Raven Grimassi's The Witch's
Familiar: Spiritual Partnerships for Successful Magic had me
wondering from the minute I started to read it. As he stays away
from historical weirdness and religion for the most part and
sticks to magick, this book does not annoy me as much as many of
his other books do. This book discusses physical, astral, and
spiritual familiars and gives techniques for summoning/creating,
binding, and controlling familiars.

The techniques Grimassi has chosen (or created) have a very
ceremonial magick flavor, complete with various sigils to be used
to control and direct a non-physical familiar. While I'm sure
they would work, they strike me as more suitable for a ceremonial
mage than a witch. This is what makes me wonder what the author
and publisher were thinking. Most of the witches who pick up this
book are probably going flip through it, see that it has little
to do with what they practice, and put it back on the shelf.
Readers with a more ceremonial bent, who would be more likely to
find the information interesting, will probably will pass over
the book because of the title.

If you are interested in a fairly formal handling of familiars,
especially in the creation and use of non-physical familiars, you
may find this book has some useful ideas on the subject. If you
are the average Wiccan or witch, you may find this book
disappointingly complex.

           This review is available on our web site at
            http://www.ecauldron.com/bookmr04.php#twf


[05-5]
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========= REVIEW: MAPPING YOUR BIRTHCHART
========= Reviewed by Randall Sapphire
=========

Mapping Your Birthchart
Author: Stephanie Jean Clement
Trade Paperback, 228 pages
Publisher: Llewellyn
Publication date: October 2003
ISBN: 0738702021
US Retail Price: $19.95
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0738702021/thecauldron

Introductory astrology books flood bookstore shelves. It seems
like there is a new one published every two or three months.
Mapping Your Birthchart: Understanding Your Needs & Potential
sets itself apart from the pack by skipping all the complex
details of creating a chart that usually scares away everyone but
the math lovers by including a Windows 95/98/ME/XP program on CD-
ROM to create charts. This program also provides basic chart
interpretations using the interpretations the author gives in the
book. The program works nicely, if not always intuitively.

The book itself is a fairly typical introductory volume on
interpreting astrological charts. It discusses the planets,
signs, houses, and aspects in basic terms. Example charts are
given for a number of famous people (including George W. Bush and
Tiger Woods). While the book explains the basics of astrology and
chart interpretation well, I found the writing itself boring in
some places. Having a fairly easy-to-use program based on the
book makes this book stand out in a crowded field and more than
makes up for the author's writing style. If you have a computer
that uses Windows, are new to astrology, and want to get a fast
start on creating and interpreting charts, this is a book you
should definitely consider.

           This review is available on our web site at
            http://www.ecauldron.com/bookmr04.php#myb


[05-6]
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========= REVIEW: CONCEPTIONS OF GOD IN ANCIENT EGYPT
========= Reviewed by Sauronsmom
=========

Conceptions of God in Ancient Egypt: The One and the Many
Author: Erik Hornung
Translated by John Baines
Trade Paperback, 295 pages
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Publication date: 1982
ISBN: 0801483840
US Retail Price: $19.95
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0801483840/thecauldron

In Conceptions of God in Ancient Egypt: The One and the Many,
Erik Hornung provides a general overview of how gods were viewed
in Ancient Egypt. While it is an overview, it is by no means a
simplistic one.

Because the Egyptians viewed their gods and their religion in a
way the western mind may not necessarily be familiar with,
Hornung is careful to guide the reader step-by-step as he builds
his explanation. The book opens with a chapter on how various
Egyptologists interpreted findings through the years. He mentions
how some theories were discarded because of later archaeological
discoveries and how some Egyptologists misinterpreted findings
because of their own beliefs.

This provides a strong foundation for the rest of the book.
Hornung frequently refers to other scholars, sometimes using
their work to support his, sometimes using his to disprove
theirs. The book is heavily footnoted but fortunately it is not
necessary to read all of the other books to understand
Conceptions of God. After the historical introduction, Hornung
moves to Egyptian terms for god through to an explanation of the
pantheon. Each of the seven chapters builds upon the previous so
that the reader is introduced to the Egyptian way of thinking in
a logical manner. In the back of the book, Hornung includes a
small glossary of the gods, although readers looking to find out
which god was responsible for what (which after you read the book
you will discover is not as clear cut as you might think) would
want to look elsewhere for a more expanded explanation. Hornung
sums up his glossary this way: I have added a brief description
after each name. These descriptions can only indicate a few
salient aspects of the deity; they cannot supply an adequate
characterization.

I loved this book. I have seen it recommended in various places,
including The Cauldron's forum and I understand why. Not a fluffy
book by any means, it is, however, written in a way that can be
understood by the non-scholar reader. For those interested in the
Egyptian Reconstructionist path, you'll want to read other books
in addition to Conceptions of God, but this is a very good place
to start. I would also recommend it to anyone who has enjoyed an
Egyptian exhibit at a museum or program on the History Channel.
Reading Conceptions of God in Ancient Egypt: The One and the Many
will enhance your view of the ancient Egyptians and the beauty
that was their religion. Hornung sums it up best, I think, when
he writes in his conclusion: "Any sort of contact with the world
of the Egyptians silences one question, that of the existence and
reality of these gods."

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              http://www.ecauldron.com/bkcogiae.php

[05-7]
=========
========= REVIEW: PROFESSIONAL TAROT
========= Reviewed by Randall Sapphire
=========

Professional Tarot
Author: Christine Jette
Trade Paperback, 240 pages
Publisher: Llewellyn
Publication date: July 2003
ISBN: 073870217X
US Retail Price: $14.95
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/073870217X/thecauldron

Most Tarot books talk about how to read the cards and perhaps
give some advice on reading for others. Professional Tarot: The
Business of Reading, Consulting, & Teaching is different. It
talks about the nitty-gritty details involved in setting up and
running a professional Tarot reading and/or teaching business. As
someone who has set up and run small businesses, I'm impressed
with this book. It covers the nuts and bolts of the business end
well, from planning a Tarot business and legal info to ethics,
business management and promotional ideas to help one get and
keep clients. This book covers a lot of material that I just
haven't seen in other books of Tarot reading.

This book does not make any assumptions about how your business
will be set up. It not only discusses traditional face to face
Tarot consulting businesses, but phone, web based, and teaching
businesses as well. Jette writes in a friendly tone and is not
afraid to share her personal experiences, both good and bad. One
of the problems with Tarot based businesses is that (thanks to
some of those "psychic hotlines" who would hire people based not
on their reading ability but their ability to keep people on the
line for long periods of time) tarot readers are often seen as
scam artists. To help counter this claim, the author encourages a
strong set of business ethics. If you are thinking of becoming a
professional Tarot reader, read Professional Tarot: The Business
of Reading, consulting, & Teaching. You will not regret the money
spent.

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=========
========= RECEIVED FOR REVIEW
========= by Randall Sapphire
=========

The following books and decks have been received for review in
February 2004 and may be reviewed more fully in future issues.
"First Glance Comments" included with these listings are exactly
what they seem to be: my first impression of the item from a
quick glance through the book or deck. Be aware that these views
could change drastically after a more complete examination. If
you are waiting for a particular review, remember that reviews
appear on our web site as they are finished -- often a good while
before they are published in the newsletter.

Progressive Witchcraft
by Janet Farrar and Gavin Bone (New Page Books)
ISBN: 1564147193
First Glance Comments: From a first glance, it looks like Janet
      Farrar and Gavin Bone have written a book that is a bit
      more radical than the books Janet and Steward produced. It
      is a mixture analysis of how Wicca/Witchcraft has evolved
      and how they believe it will evolve in the future and
      practical information on how things in witchcraft actually
      work. This is one of those books that I can't say a lot
      about until I can carefully read it, but from looking
      through it, I suspect this book will stir up some
      controversy in the Wiccan and Pagan community. However, I
      am sure it will be well worth reading.
More Info from Amazon.com:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1564147193/thecauldron


[07]
===============
============    ARTICLES
=========


[07-1]
=========
========= YOU AND YOUR LIBRARY
========= An Introduction to What Your Library Might Do for You
========= by Jenett
=========

This article is about how you can best use your local public
library for Pagan related reading and research. I have some
further material which will follow up in later issues on how you
can help your library help other Pagans, and on search
information for libraries.

This article deals with things your library can probably help you
with - and which many people don't know about or forget to check.
While much of this information will be most useful to people in
suburban or urban library systems, some of it will also be useful
for rural libraries. While my own experience is in the United
States, much of the general information here also applies to
other countries (however, the specifics may be different there).

What your library can certainly do for you:

It depends a little bit on where you're located. You're going to
have much better access to book resources if you live in a big
city or a suburb than if you live in a small town or rural area.
However, there's still plenty your library can do to help you -
even if you're not willing to be out about being Pagan.

1) Your library has books.

This seems sort of obvious - that's a major part of what
libraries do, right? But it bears repeating. Your library has
books.

A decent sized library, probably has books on mythology,
comparative religion, different religions, history, historical
witchcraft trials, herbs, crafts (such as candle making),
gardening, cooking and historical uses of food, and all sorts of
other things. And that's without getting into esoteric subjects
like occult history, magical theory, or 'alternative' religions
such as Wicca or other forms of Paganism. All of the more
'ordinary' subjects can be of great help to you in your learning
about Paganism, even if they don't give you specific information.
And, of course, even if you're not 'out' about being Pagan, no
one is going to look twice at you if you take out books on these
general subjects.

Depending on your library, you may be also able to get specific
books on Wicca and Witchcraft and Paganism - it depends on your
library's collection, and on whether any of these books have gone
missing, but some are often available.

2) Your library has non-book resources.

Your library may have magazines, a copy machine, or any number of
other things you can use to help you learning. One of the local
city papers runs a food section every Thursday with some great
recipes and current information on seasonal foods, including
locations of farmer's markets (and what to do with the neat stuff
you find there). This is information that's a lot more useful in
the paper than in a book.

Libraries may also have videos or DVDs, particularly of things
like PBS specials (such as, say, Joseph Campbell's "The Power of
Myth" series) or other media presentations that you might find
helpful.

Your library may also have access to online databases of articles
(one of the most common of these is called Infotrac) which will
include articles from academic journals. If you're doing research
about a more academic topic, particularly one which is a little
unusual, you might be able to find resources here.

3) Your library may be able to get you books from other
libraries.

This is something called "Interlibrary Loan" - your library
requests books from other libraries. If your library doesn't
offer it, it's probably because it's quite an expensive service,
in part because many people order books and then don't pick them
up (meaning that the library pays all the costs, but no one
actually gets any use out of the book)

Some libraries may allow this as a pay service, or under specific
circumstances, so it may be worth asking (one library I knew of
charged something like a dollar for each book requested via
interlibrary loan - it didn't pay for all the associated costs,
but it was cheaper than buying the book, and it did apparently
get people to think about their requests and take them more
seriously.)

4) Your library may offer classes you'd find interesting.

Your library may offer (or host) lectures or classes that may be
of interest to you. These can include computer classes, or
classes in how to use the library computers or the Internet for
finding material. They may host any number of groups to discuss
books (for example, there's a group that discusses mythology and
some related issues that meets at one of the local city
libraries).

Your library may also have information on other community groups,
and other resources (mine has bus schedules, and a collection of
pamphlets on community resources like music schools, volunteer
opportunities, and things like where the farmers' markets are.)

As you can see, your local library many have a number of
resources you hadn't thought about - many of which can be helpful
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=========
========= Nature of FlameKeeping
========= by HeartShadow
=========

FlameKeeping is a religious path that celebrates the Divine
Within and the Divine Without, the nature of the Universe being
that of a self-aware, Divine Entity, of which we are all parts.
The basic nature of the Flame is that we are all Divine, and we
must seek inside ourselves to find that Divine Nature. When we
see the Divine in ourselves and in each other, we find we have
the potential to make the world a better place through improving
ourselves.

We are all individual, part of a group, and a piece of the
Indivisible Divine Universe. There is no contradiction here, even
though it appears to function in paradox, because our
individuality is not threatened by being part of something
greater as well. Our life functions as individual, but what we do
radiates outward to the Universe, and then radiates back to
ourselves. No action occurs in a vacuum.

Being a FlameKeeper involves improvement of self, not monetarily
but spiritually. We need to find ourselves: first who we are,
then who we want to become. We do have the potential to change
ourselves and become better than we are. The path to finding our
better selves is difficult, but we can support each other and
find our own centers.

FlameKeeping is a path that involves self-improvement with the
goal of improving both oneself and the world around one. It
recognizes that we all live in embedded relationships, and cannot
separate ourselves from the world around us. The goals are local,
but the focus is upon the entire Universe.

More information can be found at
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flamesib@adelphia.GETRIDOFME.net .

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[07-3]

=========
========= 12 REASONS SAME-SEX MARRIAGES WILL "RUIN" SOCIETY
========= Courtesy of Gator GSA
========= http://www.gatorgsa.org/gaymarriage.html
=========

[Editor's Note: This has been floating around the Internet for a
week or two that I know of. I think it makes some good points. US
readers who agree might want to mail copies to their Senators and
Representatives in a letter encouraging them to oppose the
Federal Marriage Amendment.]

1. Homosexuality is not natural, much like eyeglasses, polyester,
   and birth control.

2. Heterosexual marriages are valid because they produce
   children. Infertile couples and old people can't legally get
   married because the world needs more children.

3. Obviously, gay parents will raise gay children, since straight
   parents only raise straight children.

4. Straight marriage will be less meaningful, since Britney
   Spears' 55-hour just-for-fun marriage was meaningful.

5. Heterosexual marriage has been around a long time and hasn't
   changed at all; women are property, blacks can't marry whites,
   and divorce is illegal.

6. Gay marriage should be decided by people not the courts,
   because the majority-elected legislatures, not courts, have
   historically protected the rights of the minorities.

7. Gay marriage is not supported by religion. In a theocracy like
   ours, the values of one religion are imposed on the entire
   country. That's why we have only one religion in America.

8. Gay marriage will encourage people to be gay, in the same way
   that hanging around tall people will make you tall.

9. Legalizing gay marriage will open the door to all kinds of
   crazy behavior. People may even wish to marry their pets
   because a dog has legal standing and can sign a marriage
   contract.

10. Children can never succeed without a male and a female role
    model at home. That's why single parents are forbidden to
    raise children.

11. Gay marriage will change the foundation of society.
    Heterosexual marriage has been around for a long time, and we
    could never adapt to new social norms because we haven't
    adapted to cars or longer life spans.

12. Civil unions, providing most of the same benefits as marriage
    with a different name are better, because a "separate but
    equal" institution is always constitutional. Separate
    marriages for gays and lesbians will work just as well as
    separate schools for African-Americans worked.


[08]
===============
============    COLUMNS
=========

[08-1]
=========
========= TAROTDEEVAH ON THE TAROT
========= by TarotDeevah
=========

===
=== Tarot of the Cat People
===

by Karen Kuykendall
Distributed by US Games Systems, Inc.
Copyright 1985 by US Games systems, Inc.
ISBN 0880790784
See Cards From This Deck:
  http://angelfire.com/la2/tarotdeevah/tarot/cppics.JPG
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0880790784/thecauldron


I love cats, and this deck is full of them. There are cats on
every card, from soft cuddly cats to large predator cats. That
alone makes this deck a keeper in my opinion. If that's not
enough for you, the book that comes with the deck will surely
make it worthwhile. Not only is the book useful with the cards,
it's a real sci-fi type novel in itself.

The deck follows the Marseilles style of order and naming, except
for a couple of changes. The Pope/Heirophant is the High Priest,
and Judgment is Rejuvenation. Unlike typical Marseilles style,
the pips are fully illustrated, and generally are representative
of the card meanings. The art is wonderful and slightly gothic in
feel.

Cards measure approximately 2.75 by 4.75 inches and handle very
well. The card stock is both sturdy and flexible. I have no
reason to doubt the durability of these cards.

I recommend this deck for cat lovers, teens, those attracted to
gothic type art, and anyone interested in futeristic/sci-fi
materials. I also recommend the deck for those comfortable with
Marseilles style but want more illustration, and for collectors.
I believe beginners and more advanced readers alike will be able
to use this deck.

===
=== Tarot of Love
===

by Marcia Perry
Copyright 1989 by AG Muller
ISBN 3905021560
See Cards From This Deck:
  http://angelfire.com/la2/tarotdeevah/tarot/lovepics.JPG
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/3905021560/thecauldron

This is one of my least favorite decks. I guess I just don't
understand the point of a "Tarot of Love." Rather than finding
this deck "specialized," I find it limiting. It loosely follows
the Rider Waite style, but has been modified to fit a
relationship theme. Majors include: 0-the fools, 1-the magician,
2-the high priestess, 3-the mother, 4-the father, 5-the master,
6-lovers, 7-companionship, 8-balance, 9-the seeker, 10-destiny,
11-the climax, 12-reversal, 13-tranformation, 14-wholeness, 15-
entanglement, 16-lightening, 17-the star, 18-the moon, 19-the
sun, 20-the call, 21-the world and 22-soulmates. Suits are rods,
blossoms, lightening and nuggets. Court cards are king, queen,
prince and princess. While pips are illustrated to some degree,
they mostly show just the number of the suit.

Cards measure about 2.75 by 4.75 inches and are a little large
for me. Card stock is a little thin, but I suspect they will be
durable.

I guess I recommend this deck for collectors and those who do
many spreads focused on relationships. I really don't like them,
so have a difficult time recommending them for anyone.

===
=== Tarot of Marseilles
===

Copyright 1969 by J.M. Simon
Published by B.P. Grimaud (France)
See Cards From This Deck:
  http://angelfire.com/la2/tarotdeevah/tarot/tom.JPG

I face the same dilemma I did with the Rider-Waite deck. How does
one critique the standard? This is not only in the Marseilles
style, it originated that style. This same deck is also published
as Tarot de Marseilles, although this printing is called Tarot of
Marseilles. All labeling of this particular deck are in English.

Major arcana cards and court cards are illustrated, but pips are
not. Only the number of the suit is shown, so that the 7 of cups
shows 7 cups. Colors are primarily blue, red and yellow; however,
some black, white and tan can be found. I'm not particularly fond
of the illustrations in this deck, but I think everyone should
own one.

This particular printing is on very heavy card stock, much
thicker than any I've ever seen before. The deck measures over
1.5 inches tall, and I cannot get my hands around it. Since I
shuffle "bridge" style, I cannot shuffle this deck at all. Other
printings are available, so don't be discouraged. This is an odd
printing, but it's the only one I have of Tarot of Marseilles
(although I have Tarot de Marseilles as well). Cards measure 2.5
by 4.75 inches, and are too long for me to handle. I recommend
seeking out a different printing than this one.

I recommend this deck for everyone, even if you read with Rider-
Waite style decks. I prefer fully illustrated decks with
breathtaking art. This deck does not fall into that category at
all, but I am pleased to own it. Beginners will find it difficult
to learn on, since the illustrations (or lack thereof) offer no
assistance in interpretation.

===
=== Tarot of a Moon Garden
===

Published by US Games Systems, Inc.
Copyright 1993 by US Games Systems, Inc.
ISBN 0880797053
See Cards From This Deck:
  http://angelfire.com/la2/tarotdeevah/tarot/moonpics.JPG
Amazon Link:
  http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0880797053/thecauldron

I would classify this as a fantasy deck, filled with wizards and
dragonflies and castles and unicorns and such. I'm not into that
sort of thing, being a logical, practical Virgo, but lots of
people are into them. I don't read with this deck, but as far as
I can tell, it is readable. Symbolism is present, enough for even
a beginner to learn on, although the wands may present a
challenge. Even the art is lovely. While I don't care for this
sort of deck (too fluffy for me), I can find nothing really
"wrong" with the deck. The deck follows the Rider-Waite style
without deviation.

Cards measure about 2.75 by 4.75 inches and are a bit large for
my smallish hands (but then again, most tarot decks are). Card
stock is a little then, but the cards appear to be durable enough
to handle regular use. The deck seems to be well made, as most
published by US Games are.

I recommend this deck for those who love fantasy, fairy tales,
wizards and unicorns. This deck is just that. I believe it to be
"meaty" enough for beginners to learn on, and may appeal to many
of them. Collectors will want a copy as well. (We want them all,
don't we?)


=====
===== About This Column
=====

TarotDeevah's column will feature monthly articles or reviews
selected from her web site or written for this newsletter.
You can find TarotDeevah's web site at:
http://www.angelfire.com/la2/tarotdeevah/home.html


[08-2]
=========
========= IGNORANT PAGAN INTRO MESSAGE
========= Humor by Dreamdancer
=========

[Editor's Note: The typos and misspellings are intentional.
Sadly, I've seen real messages almost this bad.]

Mary Meat One and All,

I have been lurking here for 26 minutes, and I thought that it
was time to introduce myself. My name is Bastet RunningDeer
MorningGlory MoonBeam SunSoar. I used to be just Bill, but during
deep meditation and astral proection, I met my spirit guide, who
I believe is Winston Churchill's mother while I was cooking
marshmellows at my astral camp on Jupitor, and he told me this
should be my new name. I'm thinking now of legally changing my
name to this. What do you think?

BTW, there really are giant squid that swim about in the heavy
atmosphere of Jupitor. Jovian giant squid are now my totem
animal. It just feels right and we should always go with what
feels right. Right?

Anyway, back to me. I've been officially pagan since last
thursday, but it seems that I have been living my life in a pagan
style since at least last monday. I just didn't know that there
was a name for it.

I just read "Covencraft" by Amber K and am thinking of becoming a
high priest and starting my own coven or grove or church or
synogague or temple.

I may be new to this path, officially at least, but I feel that
it is the right thing to do at this point in my spiritual
developement, and we should always do what feels right. Right?

It's okay, because just because I have only been pagan a little
while in this lifetime, I have lived many lives in the past as a
pagan, and died at least 162 times when killed by Christian witch
hunters for my beliefs. It is probably more than 162 times, but
those are all that I can remember since I started doing past life
regressions yesterday.

I was always a Celt in my past lives. Well, almost always.
Usually, when I wasn't being killed by the witch hunters, I was a
king or queen of Ireland. The two exceptions that I have found so
far are when I was incarnated as Cleopatra and as Julius Caeser.
This proves that we don't reincarnate linearly. I was both at the
same point on the time line.

It was a very interesting experience, to say the least. I
actually experienced having sex with myself, complete
intercourse, and also discovered that I always faked my orgasms
and thought that the other me had way too much body hair on my
back.

Anyway, I think that I qualify quite well as an elder and a
teacher. The so called elders and teachers in the community think
that I am just being silly and a little strange, but that's just
because they are jealous that I am a much more powerfull witch
and warlock than they are.

My parents just won't understand this new path that I'm on. They
think that the devil has taken over my soul and refuse to listen
to reason. We don't even believe in the devil, do we? Or, have I
been reading that wrong?

They keep trying to hold me from my spiritual path.They won't
even let me have their credit cards so that I can order all 29847
books on WiccaCraft and paganism from Llewllyn.com. I really need
these books and might as well just kill myself if I can't have
them. I need to learn everything I can about every single path,
belief system and tradition in the world, and quickly, so that I
an pick what feels right to me from all of them. We're supposed
to always do what feels right. Right?

While I'm here, can anyone help me with some advice or legal
assistance? I am being constantly descriminated against. My local
community is conspiring against me and picking on me because of
my pagan beliefs.

The school system is very Christian oriented, and they acted
against my faith on a daily basis. They tried to forbid me from
bringing my athames to school. Hey, it's my religion and I should
be able to practice it as I want, right? And we witches and
warlocks must always have our athames with us. It's writteb in
ancient secret texts and scriptures. They even went so far as to
have me arrested and removed from school when I tried to show the
principle how good and nice my faith is by channeling many
different spirits for her and talking in their tongues, and then
putting two of my athames right up to her eyes, just so that she
could see that they were religious and not dangerous weapons.

It's not my fault that she got a couple little cuts. She
shouldn't have screamed and jumped. She scared me and interrupted
the flow of voices from the otherworld.

It's not just the school though. I just had to cast a protective
circle around myself and my home, so I borrowed the neighbors car
while he was sleeping, which felt like the right thing to do, and
we should always do what feels right, right?, and I drove three
times around the block widow-shins to make my circle.

When I'm practicing my religion, there should be a provision in
the law that allows this, right? So the one way street laws
should be set aside for me, otherwise it's just more religious
discrimination. And the people on the streets that I passed were
hollering obscenities at me as I drove. They must have figured
out that I am a spiritual wiccawitch person. They even went so
far as to call on their god to damn me to hell, which we don't
believe in anyway, right? We have the Summerlands which are
beautifully, and then we come back to life again.

The local law enforcement community is also out to get me. They
keep coming around when I play my Nirvana CDs at top volume so as
to get in touch with my spirit. Nirvana is what Bhuddists strive
for, right? And Bhuddists are pagans, right? I just felt that I
should explore their paths since we are really all of one spirit
and it just felt right. We should always do what feels right.
Right?

They keep taking away my sacred marijuana, that I use to alter my
states of consciousness. The native americans use mind altering
substances, and they are almost just like withes and warlocks,
right? I think they passed the laws against marijuana just so
that the church can stay in control of America.

My parents are a big part of this conspiracy. They keep forcing
me to go to a psychologist. I know for a fact that the
psychologist is really an undercover Jesuit priest, and he is
secretly striving to perform an exorcism on me. I can't resist
them right now, because if I don't go to see him, they say that
they will put me in the psychiatric hospital, where what they
really do is drug you senseless and then brainwash you.

Now, I don't normally ask for magickal help, but this time I am
desperate. I need a binding spell to kill Jimmy Halloway. He is
another that is attacking me just for my beliefs. I could have
stayed in the broom closet, but I'm proud of my beliefs so I
tried to show his girlfriend Becky how beautifully and wonderfull
the Great Rite is. She was only scared because she had heard so
much Christian propoganda over the years and also didn't believe
that you can't get pregnant when you have intercourse during
sacred religious rituals.

I had to even fight her because she believved that being nude and
binding for initiation into the traditions is bad. More Christian
propoganda.

Now, can anyone tell me a spell to make my penis 12 inches? If I
am to be a high preist, I really should have a large penis, to
make the Great Rite so much more special.

Where can we all go to be skyclad together and perform sex
magick? I've heard that this is the most potent type of magick
there is, but whenever I ask the pretend pagan elders about this,
all they will say is that I have much to learn, and then after a
while, they ignore me. They can fool some of the people with
their titles, but not me. I know what is reqired to be a real
witch. It also feels right, and we shuld always do what feels
right. Right?

Anyway, that's my intro. Nice to meet all of you. I hope that
there are real witches and warlocks here so I can teach them to
grow into more powerfull beings.

Is there a photo file on this list where you all have your
skyclad pictures. I can't seem to find it. Or, has the government
conspired with the internet server people to limit us from this
most important part of our faith?

Mary parting and have some more Mary Meat,
Reverand Bastet RunningDear MoonBeam SunSoar
High Priest and ArchDruid of the Sacred Temporal Temple of the 13
Moon Coven


[08-3]
=========
========= POETRY: TOUCH THE SUN
========= by Elspeth Sapphire
=========

I have walked through the shadowed Valley.
It feels good to accept the Sun's kiss.
I don't mind the distant dark clouds --
Sunlight isn't the only thing I miss.

There are the gentle summer breezes
That caress me as I slowly walk
And I crave rain's cooling cleansing
As I listen to Nature talk.

Brilliant colors reach out to blind me,
Leaves move in a constant silent dance.
Stream's music is too much to bear.
My heart reaches for romance.

I have been lost in the darkness
The muted colorless places within
No soothing touch on heated brow
No calming voice against the din.

Now the fog has slowly lifted,
And again my life has begun.
It is scary to walk out exposed
But worth it to touch the Sun.


[09]
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============    AROUND THE PLANES: NOTES FROM ALL OVER
=========

Corporate America (and many large non-profits) keep a small army
of publicists busy writing copyright-free articles that busy
newspaper and newsletter editors can use in their publications.
Many are nothing but shill worthy only of a cartoon version of
used car salesman. Others contain useful information with only a
subtle plug. Your editor has found a good online source for these
and will be including a few that he feels may be of interest to
Cauldron and Candle readers in issues of this newsletter.
Remember that publication of an article in this newsletter is not
an endorsement of the authors' position or any products and
companies mentioned therein.

[09-1]
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========= Diet And Exercise Get To The Heart Of The Matter
=========

Research suggests it's possible to take a bite out of three of
the major risk factors for heart attack-high cholesterol, high
blood pressure and excess body weight-with good nutrition.

Proper diet can also reduce your risk of stroke because heart
disease and high blood pressure are major risk factors.

According to the American Heart Association, following these
dietary guidelines can help reduce the risk of heart disease:

* Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables. Choose five or more
  servings per day.

* Eat six or more servings per day of grains, including whole
  grain products.

* Add fat-free and low-fat milk products, fish, legumes (beans),
  skinless poultry and lean meats to your diet.

* Use fats and oils with two grams or less saturated fat per
  tablespoon, such as liquid and tub margarines, canola oil and
  olive oil.

* Balance the number of calories you eat with exercise. Try to
  maintain a level of physical activity that keeps you fit and
  matches the number of calories you eat. Walking at least 30
  minutes on most days can be one way to become more active.

In addition, the FDA has approved a health claim that consuming
25 grams of soy protein per day-such as NutriSoy Soy Protein-as
part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce
the risk of coronary heart disease.

To underscore this point, Archer Daniels Midland Company, makers
of NutriSoy Soy Protein, has teamed up with the American Heart
Association to sponsor Heart Walks around the country.

Research suggests that exercise combined with functional foods-
like those containing all natural soy protein-can be an important
part of a healthy and disease-fighting regime.

To learn more about reducing the risk of heart disease through
nutrition, visit http://www.nutrisoy.com/.

[09-2]
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========= Why The Library Is Better
========= Than Your Favorite Search Engine
=========

While online search engines are an amazing way to find movie
times, a local florist or directions to that new restaurant, when
it comes to serious research, the best resource may be one you've
known about for years -- your library.

For a start, search engines are only as good as the researchers
using them -- and someone without formal information research
training may not be aware of the numerous and diverse research
options available. Additionally, you have to remember that anyone
can publish information on the Internet. When searching online,
it many be difficult to discern authoritative sources from home-
grown inventions.

That's why librarians are so important. Their degree in
information research means they have been trained to find
answers, often in sources that the average person does not know
exists.

To access this wealth of free knowledge, tools and resources all
you need is your library card.

Your librarian may also be able to steer you to resources you can
use at home-night or day. Many libraries subscribe to databases
which you can connect to from home through your library's Web
site.

If your library subscribes to booksinprint.com, you will have no
trouble finding the exact book, audio book, or video you need.
Books In Print is the longest-standing library resource for
finding the right book by subject or author and now this database
of millions of titles is easy to search electronically and has
many extra features you won't find anywhere else online.

Give yourself the lifelong gift of free public library
membership. Ask your librarian about the rich resources in your
library. Remember that your best information resource is an
information research professional: the librarian!

To learn more about Books In Print or Http://booksinprint.com/,
ask your librarian or visit the Web site at
http://www.bowkersupport.com/info.

[09-3]
=========
========= Here's the Skinny on Potatoes
=========

Potatoes have been taking a beating lately as a result of fad
diets. In response to the food confusion sweeping the nation, the
United States Potato Board conducted extensive consumer research
and discovered there was a lot of uncertainty surrounding the
healthy benefits of potatoes.

Surprisingly, only six percent of survey respondents thought that
potatoes were rich in vitamin C, when, in fact, one medium (5.3
ounce) potato contains 45 percent of the recommended Daily Value
for this essential nutrient. And, only 34 percent considered
potatoes with skins to be rich in potassium, when they are
actually an excellent source of this mineral-higher than
broccoli, spinach or bananas.

Why are these nutrients so valuable? Vitamin C is a powerful
antioxidant that protects your body's cells. It also helps keep
gums healthy and can protect the body from infection by keeping
the immune system healthy. Foods that are a good source of
potassium and low in sodium-such as potatoes-may reduce the risk
of high blood pressure and stroke.

Need more proof that potatoes are a nutrition powerhouse? One
medium potato only has 100 calories. Calories increase depending
on your choice of topping or when fried in fat.

For healthy recipes and nutrition information, visit
http://www.healthypotato.com/ or send a self-addressed, business-
sized, stamped envelope to Healthy Potato Recipes, 5105 East 41st
Avenue, Denver, CO 80216.

Try one of these new healthy, but flavorful potato preparation
ideas:

* Top a russet baked potato with salsa, black beans and reduced
  fat cheese

* Mash white potatoes with nonfat milk, wasabi paste and fresh
  chives

* Roast red potatoes in a light coating of basil pesto and garlic

* Toss boiled potatoes with peas, sundried tomatoes and fresh
  basil

* Lightly coat potato wedges with olive oil and bake on a cookie
  sheet to make Skinny Fries

So get to know the healthy potato, it's naturally nutritious and
always delicious

[09-4]
=========
========= How To Avoid The Top Five Interview Mistakes
=========

What's the biggest mistake you ever made during a job interview?
Show up late? Insult the interviewer? How about eat a sandwich?
In a recent survey, CareerBuilder.com asked over 400 hiring
managers to share the most memorable blunders that caused them to
pass on a particular candidate. Here's what not to do:

#1-Hiring managers say they avoid candidates who exhibit poor
language skills and a tendency to reveal too much or too little
information.

Examples:

* "The candidate said he had days he could not give 100 percent."

* "She kept telling me about her personal problems."

Tip: Choose your words wisely and listen closely. Candidates must
   show they can think quickly on their feet and effectively
   communicate why they are best suited for the job.

#2-Hiring managers say they don't consider candidates who are
unprepared, distracted or unprofessional.

Examples:

* "He knew nothing about the job being offered."

* "The woman answered her cell phone."

Tip: Do your homework. Research the company, its industry and
   competitors. Make sure to shut off cell phones and pagers
   before your arrival.

#3-Hiring managers say bored or cocky attitudes are a turn-off.

Examples:

* "He asked me to speed up the interview because he had a lunch
   date."

* "He told me the only reason he was here was because his mother
   wanted him to get a job. He was 37."

Tip: Keep positive. Avoid saying anything negative about a
   previous employer and show enthusiasm for the new opportunity.

#4-Hiring managers say appearance influences the hiring decision.

Examples:

* "One candidate did not wear shoes."

* "He showed up in jeans and a t-shirt with dirty fingernails and
   looked like he just woke up. He also smelled of alcohol."

Tip: Leave the jeans at home. Even if the company dress is
   casual, you don't want to seem casual about the job
   opportunity. Groom properly and wear business attire.

#5-Hiring managers say dishonesty calls for dismissal.

Examples:

* "One guy mentioned his arrest during the interview after
   stating on his application that he had never been arrested."

* "One guy asked if we drug-tested and if we gave advance notice
   (we are a drug treatment facility)."

Tip: Honesty is always the best policy and remember, even the
   most innocent question, if not worded properly, can give the
   wrong impression.

For more job seeking tips, visit http://careerbuilder.com/

[09-5]
=========
========= Getting Serious About April Fool's Day
=========

For some people, there's no fooling around when it comes to
assembling practical jokes to play on April 1st. Even the most
dedicated prankster, however, might be surprised to learn of the
origins of this humorous holiday.

In 16th century France, the start of the new year was originally
observed on April 1, in much the same way New Year's is today,
with parties and dancing. Then in 1582, Pope Gregory introduced
the Gregorian calendar, which had the year starting on January 1.

The word was slow to spread. Some did not believe (or didn't
hear) the news and continued to celebrate the New Year on April
1st. These people were labeled fools and many began to play
tricks on them, sending them on "fool's errands" and inviting
them to non-existent parties. Hence, the "April Fool."

When England officially adopted the new calendar in 1752, the
tradition of prank playing on April 1 continued-eventually
spreading to Scotland and "the Colonies."

Today, while many come up with new ways to make mischief- and try
to outdo the all-time great pranks, such as the Swiss "spaghetti
harvest" of 1957-others stick to tried and true gags. A vast
supply of items that can help stir things up, can be found at
Spencer Gifts, including:

* Whoopee Cushions. Did you know that early in Whoopi Goldberg's
  career, she used the name Whoopee Cushion as a stage name?

* Fake Bullet Holes. "The Sopranos" is back in season, so how
  about a staged "whacking?"

* Remote Control Fart Machine. Hide it under a seat at dinner,
  press the remote, listen for the sounds and watch the
  embarrassed flush creep up the one on the hot seat.

* Other all-time favorites-available just in time for the
  tomfoolery-include silly string, gum that turns the tongue
  blue, an ice cube with a bug in it and itching powder.

To find a store nearest you, visit http://www.SpencerGifts.com/.


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========= NEWLY AVAILABLE PAGAN PRODUCTS
=========

The following are some of the new or restocked products Earth
Spirits Emporium has added during the month of February 2004.
Remember, when you visit Earth Spirit Emporium from a link on our
web site, a percentage any purchases you make while you are there
comes back to The Cauldron to help support our web site. You can
find a link to Earth Spirit Emporium in our Cauldron Mall:

     http://www.ecauldron.com/mall.php

UPASLIF CD: Past Life Regression by Jason Newcomb
USMOCES CD: Smoking Cessation by Salciccia/ Newcomb
UJOUALP CD: Journey to Alpha by Black Note Music
UJONMON CD: Jungle Monkeys by Black Note Music
UCARSOU CD: Carriers of Sound by Remko Arentz
UMASART CD: Mastering Astral Projection by Brad Steiger
UINDMED CD: Indian Medicine Wheel by Brad Steiger
UCRYMED CD: Crystal Meditations by Brad Steiger
UBUDENLS CD: Buddhist Enlightenment by Mind Saturation Systems
DAGETAR Deck: Ages Tarot
DEGYTAR Deck: Egyptian Tarot (dk&bk)
MGETRIC DVD: Get Rich Quick Spells by William Oribello
UTRAMED Transformative Meditation by Gayle Clayton
BADVWIT Advanced Witchcraft by Edain McCoy
BCOMSEN Common Sense Tarot by Camden Benares
BWITGUIP Witch's Guide Psychic Healing by Frost/Frost
Witches' God by Farrar/Farrar
Witches' Goddess by Farrar/Farrar
RA815: Athame: Anubis W/ stand
CCAN:Beeswax Candle Lighters Natural
Ring: Celtic Cross Green , sterling Silver
JH182: Book Mark: Triquatra, silverplated
Silver's Spells for Protection by Ravenwolf, Silver
CD: Overcoming Negative Thinking with Newcomb, Jason A
Art of Getting Even by Brodsky, Gary
A to Z Horoscope Maker & Interpreter by Clement/ Bytheriver
Celebrating Wiccan Spirituality by Lady Sabrina
Circle Within by Sylvan, Diannen, Dorothy
Earth Magic by Weinstein, Marion
Everyday Moon Magic by Morrison, Dorothy
Familiar Spirits by Tyson, Donald
Hindu Gods & Goddesses by Wilkins, W J
In The Service of Life by O`Gaea, Ashleen
Magick of Alester Crowley by Duquette
Mysteria Magica by Denning/ Phillips
Progressive Witchcraft by Farrar/ Bone
Female Figure
Male Figure
Deck: Kalachakra Oracle Cards by Saltarini, Helene
Deck: Karma Angels by Atanassov, Ananas
Kit: Ouija Oracle Card Game
Deck: Power of Flowers (bk&bk) by Lerner, Isha
Kit: Tarot Guide, Celtic Cross
Deck: Universal Mini Tarot by DeAngelis, Roberto
Kit: Yin/Yang Coins
EBADU: Adult Child of Alien Invaders
EBANY: And Your Crybaby Whiny-Assed
EBCAT: Cats Not Kids
EBIMI: I Majored in Liberal Arts. Would you Like Fries with
EBMAK: Make yourself at Home
EBNOI: No I Didn`t Sell My Soul...
EBNOT: Nothing is Impossible...
EBNOTS: Nothin` Says Lovin` Like Somethin` from the Coven
EBNTH: No, That Is Not A Star Of David
EBSAR: Sarcasm is Just One More Service
EBWHA: Who are These Kids
FC50AL: Crystal Ball 50mm Alexandrite
FC60CB: Crystal Ball 60mm Colbalt Blue
FCBM: Chimes: Bell & Moon
FS28W: Sarong: Celtic blue/black
GFSSC: Feng Shui Set: Stones & Coin
GFSST: Feng Shui Set: Stones
GMEM: Massager: Emerald/ Fucite
GMKY: Massager: Kynite
GPBA: Pendulum: Blue Aventurene Gemstone
GPGA: Pendulum: Green Aventurene Gemstone
GPTUR: Pendulum: Turquoise Gemstone
GPYE2: Pyramid: Emerald/ Fucite 1 1/2" square
GPYR2: Pyramid: Ruby/ Zoisite 1 1/2" square
GSHI12: Shiva Lingam Stone from India ~8" dia. 12" long
HANIS: Anise Star Whole 2oz
HANISB: Bulk Herbs 1 Lb Anise Star
HFEVC: Feverfew cut 2oz
HFEVCB: Bulk Herbs 1 Lb Feverfew cut
IBPT: Ash Catcher: Pentagram/ Triple Goddess Brass 9"
ICAUP: Cast Iron Cauldron Pot Belly
Incense Cone Egyptian Musk
Incense Sticks Benzoin
JAMDG: Amber Drop Pendant W/ Garnet
JAMDP: Amber Drop W/ Peridot
JASYM: Ankh: Symbol, pewter
JB785: Bracelet: Fairy Slave w/Ring, pewter, adjustable
Gemstone Bracelet: Elastic
JBMS: Bracelet: Magnetic 2 lines Hemitite
JBAC: Bacchus 24" chain, pewter
JBRER: Breakthrough Rune 24" chain, pewter
JCOM: Charm: Om (set of 10), pewter
JCTRM: Charm: triple Moon (set of 10), pewter
JDANN: Dance of the New Moon 24" chain, pewter
JEAMDG: Earring: Amber Drop W/ Garnet
JETGR: Earring:Triangle Knot Celtic Green
JETRE: Earring:Triangle Knot Celtic Red
JGOC: Gothic Cross, pewter
JGODC: Goddess Chalice 24" chain, pewter
JGODT: Goddess Tree 24" chain, pewter
JH196: Hair Tie: Triangle Knot, pewter
JHARR: Harmony Rune, pewter
JHOOH: Hoof and Horn, pewter
JIGOD: Bone Goddess
JKTUT: King Tut, pewter
JLORF: Lord of the Forest 24" chain, pewter
JMWC: Mother W/ Child, pewter
JNESK: Necklace: Elastic Skull (32)
JNTOP: Necklace: Blue Topaz Gemstones (34" long)
JOMS: Om Necklace & Earring Set, pewter
JOTC: Oak Tree Cross, pewter with Chain
JP139: Pin: Celtic Round, pewter
JP197: Pin: Triangle Knot, pewter
JPDR: Pentagram: Dragon 24" chain, pewter
JPER: Pendant: Persephone, pewter (1.5")
JPROW: Prosperity & Well Being Rune 24" chain, pewter
JPWI: Pentagram: Wild Women 24" chain, pewter
Ring: Celtic Braid
Ring: Celtic Cross
Ring: Celtic Knot
JRSAA: Ring: Spoon Abalone
JRSAT: Ring: Spoon Turquoise
Ring:Triangle Knot Celtic Green
Ring:Triangle Knot Celtic Red
Ring: Three Triangle
Ring: Weaved Band, sterling
JSTAG: Star Goddess, pewter
JSTRR: Strengths of Self Rune, pewter
JTGR: Triangle Knot Celtic Green, sterling
JTKO1: Triangle Knot Opal (synthetic), sterling 1 1/2"
JTRE: Triangle Knot Celtic Red, sterling
JTRUS: True Abundance Spell, pewter
JVENW: Venus of Willendorf, pewter
JWLP: Wishing Lamp W/ Swarouski glass crystal
LP22C: Ziplock Bags 2"x2" 100/pkg 2mil
RA209: Athame: Robinhood
RA21A: Athame: Dragon
RA314: Athame: Scottish Dress Dirk
RA337: Athame: Charmed Dragon
RA385: Athame: Goat Skull
RA658: Athame: 9" Scottish Dirk Dagger
RA74: Athame: Fancy 2 Tone 14"
RA807: Athame: Skull
RATHBW: Athame: Wizard
RATHH: Athame: Winged Fairy Goddess
RATHW: Athame: Wolf Goddess
RB24J: Bedspread: Zodiac
RBB13: Bath 13 Bush Bath
RBJG: Bag: Goddess, blue Jute, 11" x 14
RBJP: Bag: Pentagram red Jute, 11" x 14"
RBPB: Boline: Pentagram Branch
RC115: Cresent Scalper
RHSG: Herb Knife: Spiral Goddess pewter (6 1/2")
RL691: Letter Opener: Fantasy, 2 knives w/sheath (5 1/2")
RSDHA: Staff: Double Headed Axe
RC21: Chalice: Pentagram
RC23: Chalice: Pentagram inside
RCFAS: Cologne: Fast Luck (5 fl oz)
REBS: Energy Balancing Set
RGA10: Gong: Ascending 10"
RGC26: Gong: Chau 26"
RPGS: Pyramid Grid Set
RSHER: Smoke: Herbacco, 1 oz.
SF036: Fairy, Flowers
SMOGL: Moon Goddess
CD: Astral Projection System (3 CD`s) by Mind Saturation Sys
CD: Celtic Crescent by Emerald Rose
CD: Divine Intervention by Ecklar, Julia
CD: Lesser Ritual of Banishment by Flores, Ricardo
CD: Lovers lounge by Various Artists
CD: Threnody for Humanity by Gilmore, Peter
Video: Witchcraft Yesterday & Today by Buckland, Raymond
CD: Zero by Rule, Wendy
CD: Deity by Rule, Wendy
CD: Charisma & Success System (3 CD`s) by Mind Saturation Sy
CD: Hand to Hand by Silver Branch
CD: Homequest by Knight, Tia
CD: Lucid Dreaming System (3 CD`s) by Mind Saturation Sys
CD: Seven Swords of Wayland: Celtic Harp Music by Marchand
CD: World Between Worlds by Rule, Wendy


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