A Geas as Imbolc passes

As we come into February, the old Februarium, the time of cleaning, I have decided to take on a geasa, make a vow. I do not do this rashly or to curry divine favor.

I have laid it at the feet of Mother Hera, a threefold promise.
In the year to come, I shall:

Love and honor my husband. I swore myself to him and he needs to be the ost important person in my life.

Love and honor my house. This means daily work, both deep cleaning and maintenance cleaning, to make it a comfortable place to live.

Love and honor myself. Keep regular hours. Do the writing I require to stay sane. Put forth the work I know I am capable of.



These will not be easy. Every day will be a challenge.
I post not to brag, but so that those around me may hold me to these promises.

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Kitchen Witchery: Leek and Potato Soup

This weekend was Imbolc, and I love my leek and potato soup over Imbolc. This is best served with some serious soda bread. It is vegetarian, but not vegan.


2 cans vegetable broth and 2 cans of water.
3 large leeks, sliced, washed and chopped
5 large potatoes, peeled, cubed and fried until brown.

Seriously, you should fill a very large crockpot with these three ingredients.
Simmer on low for about two hours or until leeks are tender.
An hour before serving, add a pint of heavy cream, salt and pepper to taste.
(I find a dash of Creole seasoning and some Greek seasoning give it a real boost)

Heavy and filling.
Frying the potatoes gives them a more distinct flavor and they don't get lost.

State of the Sookie

Writing: 1719, Tables Turned and Re-Turned; 588 on The Sweet Science
Total for day: 2307
Total for the month/year: 70542

Workout: none

Editing: Finished Privateer's Treasure. Am considering adding a couple of Chapters

Flying: 4 loads laundry, cleanbed out Fridge, cleaned out freezer scrubbed out microwave

Reading: none

Crafting: Cat's Sock

Media: none

Business: Royalty check from AQ, almost done with the 2012 spreadsheet. Have made about 1800 in 2012.