Tag Archives: ancestors

Ancestors: Buddy

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Lilly

In Heathenry, ancestor work is important. Or at least this is what I’m told. I have researched my ancestors, I can trace my maternal relatives back several generations, I’ve looked into genealogy and can tell you that I’m a mix … Continue reading →

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Honoring An Ancestor: My Grandfather

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Lilly

Today was my (late) grandfather’s birthday. He would have been 87, but he died in 1996 from a burst aneurysm. To sum everything up in a nutshell, his death plunged me into a great depression, and it’s that depression that … Continue reading →

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Wood Carvings

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Lilly

Last night, I did my first ever wood carving. My late grandfather used to do wood carvings–he made beautiful animals and was very skilled at it. A natural talent. I…can’t say I got his talents. But I wanted to try … Continue reading →

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Family Members and Father Figures

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Lilly

I’ve been reading different books and blogs on Heathenism and Asatru lately, and they all empasize the importance of honoring your ancestors. I get why–they are your family. They’ve had their trials and tribulations, they care about you and what … Continue reading →

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