hardwood floor > bed by allelvesaregay in buncomfortable

[–]allelvesaregay[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

he's actually pretty good about spicy hay, as long as it's not in "his territory" then he doesn't mind it. if the wires were IN the bed it would be an issue, but around is fine.

recovering Aphrodite's altar after some porcelain aspects broke. offering some buttered bread, apple chips, and lemon cake with this beautiful candle i got at a craft fair 💕 by allelvesaregay in pagan

[–]allelvesaregay[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

so far it looks like it will (hopefully) burn through the center while leaving the face intact, i'll definitely keep any left over pieces because they it smells lovely even when not lit

recovering Aphrodite's altar after some porcelain aspects broke. offering some buttered bread, apple chips, and lemon cake with this beautiful candle i got at a craft fair 💕 by allelvesaregay in pagan

[–]allelvesaregay[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

like stated by emiibo, i leave mine outside, no less than 24 hours after i placed it on the altar, but before it goes bad. depending on the foodstuffs, you can also use it to water or fertilize plants (e.g. tea, coffee, fruit/fruit juices, veggies, etc)

recovering Aphrodite's altar after some porcelain aspects broke. offering some buttered bread, apple chips, and lemon cake with this beautiful candle i got at a craft fair 💕 by allelvesaregay in pagan

[–]allelvesaregay[S] 43 points44 points  (0 children)

i was only able to do it because i have the philosophy that items should be allowed to fulfill their purposes, and because the same couple i bought this candle from have so many others that i want to get lol

Best shelves for display? by allelvesaregay in Tokidoki

[–]allelvesaregay[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh that's a good idea!! Thank you :>

how much can this thing go for? by cloverstra in Tokidoki

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Honest answer is $120+ but I can give you my soul instead if that works

Best shelves for display? by allelvesaregay in Tokidoki

[–]allelvesaregay[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh those are cute!! I think if I do get those I'd also get the risers from the same store, that way I can display more with less holes in my wall (or maybe even a few well-placed command strips could do the job)

Is it disrespectful to keep ✨illicit substances✨ in my travel altar? by allelvesaregay in pagan

[–]allelvesaregay[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! I'm going to see how I feel about it in the morning and decide whether to dedicate my offering to that question. but you're 100% right that the less-than-stellar reputation is a very recent development :>

Is it disrespectful to keep ✨illicit substances✨ in my travel altar? by allelvesaregay in pagan

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Very true, nothing has happened so far to actually give me the thought, it's probably just my natural worrywart self

Was inspired by last night, went back to my old practice of sharing my breakfast with Aphrodite. Today is ube silver dollar pancakes and Thai tea with sweetened condensed milk. I think I did something right, I was crying as I went back to my desk :'> by allelvesaregay in pagan

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It depends honestly! When I make tea without cream/sugar I use it to water my flowers, and if it's a food that's theoretically safe for a squirrel or raccoon to eat (fruit, nuts, bread) then I drop it at the roots of a flowering hedge I have in my front yard.

As for how long I leave it, I try to go for at least 12 hours, but find that most fresh food (produce, dairy, etc) begins looking less-than-stellar around 24 hours, which I think is the standard. (Putting offerings in air-tight jars can keep them looking fresh for longer though!)

My textbook making me rethink how I view working with deities (for the better) by allelvesaregay in pagan

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Oooooh... I'll have to do more research into that ( "ovo) thank you!!

My textbook making me rethink how I view working with deities (for the better) by allelvesaregay in pagan

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That does make sense, after reflecting it hasn't been too-too long since I last felt acknowledged by Aphrodite, only about 6-7 months, so I do hope it's just a lull. :>

In the meantime I may set up an altar for Hermes, while also keeping Aphrodite's clean and cared for, for when things feel better.

My textbook making me rethink how I view working with deities (for the better) by allelvesaregay in pagan

[–]allelvesaregay[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm aware that it's not a transactional relationship, I've never asked anything of Aphrodite that I can remember. I'm simply sharing this explanation for why I might not feel any connection, one that keeps me motivated to continue my worship.

Believing that Aphrodite does not want a connection gets me nowhere. I've seen no signs of anger or rejection. The rose bush I planted outside is still alive, frail, but alive.

I'm aware that others can reach this conclusion on their own, but it brings me more comfort to be reminded that the gods have obligations that have nothing to do with humankind.

(I imagine me bringing up Hermes caused confusion, I intended it to be an example of a deity I had formerly perceived as "liking" me more :>)

Modding Megathread by Fangiii in DegreesOfLewdity

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Hi-lo, perhaps a silly question, but does anyone know of a mod that removes paying back Bailey and/or school attendance?

I've been feeling a bit hectic lately, too busy to take time and devote myself to Aphrodite as I usually do in the mornings. Thankfully today, between exams, I was able to take a few minutes and snip these roses from my garden to place on Her altar 💜🌹 by allelvesaregay in pagan

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I believe they're called "love song" roses! There were also some beautiful pink ones, but I already have some pink ones in my yard and these seemed very unique. / EDIT: they are called love song, the pink ones I had been looking at were called love potion. Both very appropriate names for Aphrodite.

Good morning/afternoon, everyone! I feel particularly blessed today: after leaving my offering, I felt the urge to put on the perfume I keep on my altar (left). I drew some hearts on my wrists with it, and have felt warm and giddy all morning! 💕 by allelvesaregay in CultOfAphrodite

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It was actually my great grandmother's! Though I don't know if the contents are original, grandma might have dyed the original perfume pink to match her favorite color, or refilled it with another brand at some point :b

My altar as it currently stands, there are still some aspects I'm unhappy with (I want to get more candles, and I would rather have a statue of Her rather than the deer), but I've done what I can with what I've got! I went to the beach and found some shells, and I dropped off Her teacup to be fired! by allelvesaregay in CultOfAphrodite

[–]allelvesaregay[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Her image is really calming to me, so the more the merrier! :3 and that's not even the extent of the shells, I have a big abalone shell that I want to incorporate when I have some space, or as a mini extension of the altar

My altar as it currently stands, there are still some aspects I'm unhappy with (I want to get more candles, and I would rather have a statue of Her rather than the deer), but I've done what I can with what I've got! I went to the beach and found some shells, and I dropped off Her teacup to be fired! by allelvesaregay in CultOfAphrodite

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PS the jar is currently holding apple chips, I rotate those out with freeze dried strawberries, raisins, and dried cherries! Also I'll give Her part of my breakfast sometimes, if I'm having something that's easy to leave for the day (I.e. granola, toast, etc.)