*Yes... the names were all chosen at random out of this pretty pink bowl*
Congrats and a giant WOOHOO! go out to Zen Rez!
Thanks so much for reading and sharing this blog post <3
I hope you enjoy your prize, and sorry in advance if in the future you need glasses, contacts, Lasix surgery brought upon the hours and hours, and HOURS of reading you will be enduring in the coming days, weeks... months... depending on how fast/slow of a reader you are... *no judgements*
But Hey.. Maybe Mama E can look into that for you in your Reading with her! ;)
THANK YOU EVERYONE for the Likes, Shares, and reading my blog... it means a lot!
An even BIGGER Thank You goes out to the Readers who donated their time for this Contest, Miss Cat for the donation of materials, and those that help put on and keep the Hoodoo Heritage Festival going each year.
Remember this festival is only going to be offered (if memory serves me correctly) only 4 more times, then it's gone for good :(
So, if you weren't able to make it this year, or in previous years, Try your best to come before it's too late!
If you like what you saw in my previous postings (there are archived postings of previous years event's), Come on out for next year's Festival!
It is worth it!
The friendships, the networking opportunities, the learning, the SHOPPING (you hear me ladies... I got you!).... The Experience.
My pictures and words don't do it justice. Come see for yourself.
To receive updates as to when the next Hoodoo Heritage Festival is and other helpful information, be sure to subscribe to the Lucky Mojo Curio Co. Newsletter.
There is a Monthly Coupon for a selected line of magical goodies!
Coupon = Savings! *Who doesn't love a bargain?!*
Answer = YOU DO or you wouldn't have entered for FREE stuff here!
*BUSTED* haha!
It's OK... I'd enter too... it's a pretty awesome contest :D
In other news: *Coming SOON*
An "Updated Rendition" to the "Reader/Rootworker of the Month" posts that used to be featured on my blog; is now going to be a "Reader/Worker Spotlight" posting instead.
This will afford talented individuals from ALL Practices and Paths (not just Hoodoo) to be interviewed and showcased more frequently than once a month on my blog for your reading pleasure and potential hire :)
So stay tuned for those exciting posts because I have some STELLAR individuals that will be published here in the coming weeks!
*Spoiler Alert* = Some posts will have Giveaways attached to them!
I am grateful for the reads and shares of my blog post; I wish I had gifts for everyone who entered... Though I do have multiple prizes from some pretty amazing sources :)
Again Thank You to everyone who read & shared the post, and a HUGE Thank You goes out to the individuals who graciously donated their time as Prizes for this contest, and an equally huge Thank You goes out to Miss Cat & Nagasiva for their donation of the Grand Prize winnings.
These people are what make these Giveaways so much fun!
*Michele Jackson was the mastermind behind this years festival flyer*
If you aren't in the market for a Bone Reading or Rootwork, but need some Graphic Arts done, she's your girl!
**Im in awe**
*Disclaimer*
Visual Overload Warning... While I did not post every photo taken by me, it was difficult to choose just a few of them for my blog. The complete collection of photos are provided in 2 links at the end of this post. I apologize in advance for the retina-melting experience some may have in reading this, but I assure you, it will be worth it.
Enjoy!
I'm sure there are plenty of folks that have been patiently waiting for me to write this blog post up after 3 weeks... And here it is...FINALLY.
I knew that it was something that was going to take me quite a while to write as A LOT had gone on over the span of 2 days, and to be honest, I'm exhausted thinking about it *lol*
But for you guys... I'll give you a recap :)
Back Story: For a few months Newt and I were talking about how he needs to get out to California and attend the 2016 Hoodoo Heritage Festival; brainstorming ideas as to how to make that happen.
After some conjure work, and mundane work, Newt boarded a plane headed to SFO on a Friday night.
LATE Friday night. His plane touched down at SFO at approximately 11:39pm.
On my way to pick up Newt from the Airport!
Make a wish!
About this time, Newt is on the tarmac just waiting to disembark from the plane... and the Baggage Claim looks like a ghost town *pun intended*
Can I just tell you how excited I was to see these?!...
Sadly, I paid $5.00 for ONE energy drink.... 5 stinkin bucks!
*Airport Robbery* (because we weren't on the highway. Yet)
*FOUND: 1 Papa Newt!*
Yep.. another wish made!
Ever wonder what the two of us are like at 1 am... in a car... sitting in traffic... tired as all get out?
Newt busts out with this little gem out of nowhere and purely from memory!
*I was seriously impressed and entertained*
*Home Sweet Hotel Room*
*Newt's Business Card*
Ever wonder what a Conjure Worker packs in his suitcase when going on trips?
Kast giving his class on Osteomantic and Necromantic Curios
Gabrielle Swain (Professor Porterfield's mom) giving her class on using Textiles in Conjure
This class was amazing!
Using a blanket, a pillow case, a pair of undies to hoodoo someone in the most unsuspecting ways.
Totally brill!
"The Jezebel Quilt"
*Gabrielle, if you are reading this blog post... could you leave the story about it in the comments? Please?*
*UPDATE: Gabrielle was gracious to answer the call on Facebook and answered my question of the history on this quilt. Here is her story:
"I was at university, I did my master's work in comparative religion. I realize through research that most of the world's religions, started as matriarcal.the story that struck a cord deep within me was the story of Jezebel and Ahab. This was at best a political marriage for Ahab to control more land. After researching the entire story, I decided Jezebel got a raw deal.
The quilt was the designed around this idea. The interior is designed in the shape of an altar to Jezebel. But, I decided to add a little twist by calling it the Jezebel Rag, no double entendre there. I added black and white stripes for pain keys, i.e. rag time. The writing at the top i my take on the story of Jezebel and Ahab. There are broken hearts with messages hidden under them. Finally, there are two hands on either side of the altar. When Jezebel was thrown to the dogs, they could not devour her hand because she did beautiful handwork, her feet because she danced well and her throat because she had an enchanting voice."
WOW... Thank You Gabrielle for that information and for bringing that gorgeous quilt for us to see in person!
In between classes and during lunch, Readers were available for booked appointments. They were found all over the property and I invaded as much of their space as they allowed me :D
Ms. Robin giving her class on how to use Charms, Talismans, and Amulets
The MUCH hyped about book...
I'd say he's pretty pleased with his book :)
After the last class was done, we all headed out to Backyard for
"The Presenter Banquet" or what I like to call "Dinner & Divination"
We had 2 people giving readings at the diner table :)
Cheers!
Deacon Milett getting a Tarot Reading from Jamila Jones
*Shes GOOD*
Clayton getting in on the fortune telling action
This salad... omg. THE BEST salad Ive ever had.
(Miss Cat requested a photo of it and I have to admit, it photographs nicely)
Tastes even better!
a sweet moment captured of Miss Cat teaching her grandchild a bit about Palmistry
Day 2, Round 2!
*Sweet Jesus we were tired*
*Uploading and editing pics in the YIPPIE Office before Day 2 of the Festival begins*
Newt getting some read time in
THIS GUY.... WOW... Seriously you would have had to have been there to truly experience the power in his presence and his voice once he donned on his traditional wardrobe.
David Shi dressed for his class on North Asian Magic
The Blessing Ceremony
A Turcic Protection & Blessing Prayer
*THIS blew me away... was not expecting THAT voice to come out of the usually laid back and perceivably sweet young man. Seriously I got chills!*
*Further Proof I cannot be trusted with a camera*
Sorry David, I had to.
He will get me back later I'm sure
Mama E standing in the very same spot as when I photographed her a few years before.
The original photograph was used for her AIRR Page and business card :)
*so excited about that*
A Mama E photobomb!
Shenanigans!
A fantastic group of folks! I love them all <3
These Two <3
*the feels*
these two ladies <3!
the last of the conjurer's standing after the Closing Ceremony Business Card Exchange
*Yes Miss Cat... I have a business card now!*
**I got a little heat for not having one**
Even the jackalope got in on the weekend festivities... or was a part of the "LMCC Krewe" if there was one *haha*
And Last but certainly not least....
Congratulations to Venu Carny for completing the Lucky Mojo apprenticeship!
*the other graduate wished to remain anonymous*
Way to go!
Sadly the weekend had to come to a close... Here is what Newt had to say about that
*Newt side eye*
He knew I was trying to sneak another pic
he's onto me...
Back over the bridge heading to the airport... :(
Sadly due to SFO's ridiculous rules about saying good bye to your loved ones, I couldn't stay but a second to help unload Newt's bags and see him off. I wished I could have grabbed one last pic and one last hug but it just wasn't going to happen.
Side Note: DO NOT FLY FRONTIER AIRLINES
Just Google reviews for it... and everything you read is true!
Just ask Newt
After dropping Newt off at the airport, I looked over to an empty seat where my Mid West Co-Pilot sat for 2 exciting days and instantly missed my friend dearly :(
He will be back next year and hopefully we can recreate the experience once again!
**On a different note: Rumor has it that there are about 3 to 4 more of these Hoodoo Heritage Festivals that are going to be offered in the future, so if you are thinking about or on the fence about attending... DO IT.
Once it's gone, its gone.
Personally I can't imagine not seeing my friends and colleagues all in one place each year, but it will become a reality eventually.
So do what you can to attend, you won't be sorry!
Now that I have got y'all caught up on the "funtivities", we can get into the REALLY exciting part of this blog post: The Giveaway
*The Contest Prize Pack*
Onelucky winner will receive a complete set of books offered at the 2016 Hoodoo Heritage Festival:
6 "Runner Up" prizes will be a 15 minute Reading/Consultation from one of the above mentioned Readers.
*Scheduling Times and Availability is up to the Readers discretion*
*Contest Rules*
You all know the "rules" but in case you don't, all you need to do is share this blog post on your Facebook and tell me that you did by writing "shared" on my *page/status update* ; ultimately leads one a chance to win the 2016 Hoodoo Heritage Festival Prize Pack! 6 lucky Runner Up's will receive a 15 minute Reading/Consultation from 1 of the 7 listed AIRR Readers featured at the festival and on this blog :)
*Please know that Facebook does alert and show who shares my posts, so please follow the rules if you would like a chance to win one of the 6 prizes. Prize winners will be chosen at random and will be announced on this blog and Facebook on June 19th. and will be contacted privately for further instruction*
Open to U.S. Residents Only
Links to the 2016 Hoodoo Heritage Festival Photos:
