Truth; Faeries & Fairies Faeries by Rev. Carol A. Ingle (Raven)

[Dept of PMM Artists & things]

Truth; Faeries & Fairies Faeries

An Explanation of Faeries/Fairies

"Are faeries real?" This seems to be a debatable question to those who are no longer able to believe or see outside their pre-constructed world. Somehow today because of the lost of our natural instincts, those we are born with as children; our eyes have became veiled to all the wonders all around us. Faeries are but a part. The knowledge of the mystical magick found within all things is slowly being destroyed even within those who work within the cloak of magick. We cannot allow those that will not see outside their dishearten black and white worlds, to take away the magick. So what happened, what blinded us to the magick all around us? Perhaps it is fear of what we do not recognize. But I believe it is arrogance, that what we do not appreciate or understand must not then exist. If it does not exist to us, it must not be real.

"So Are faeries real" Yes, they are. As children we see them all around us, without fear we chase their sparkling lights within the tall grasses of time and the dews fresh flowers. We don't ask them if they are real for we know and understand what we see, is magick.

As children, we had no fear of the unknown, because our wisdom was endless. We had not yet been trained, "NOT" to believe.

Amazingly one day it happens, we are told it is time to grow up, conform, see only what others see. And if you see anything outside the so called norm, for your own sake, don't tell anyone and stop seeing it. What a shameful thing to do to such open spirits. The fact is, we don't all walk to a different drummer nor do we like it when others do. Most people try desperately their entire life's to walk in step with that sadly lost drummer.

Faeries, have as numerous names, titles and descriptions as there are souls within the universe. They are as changing as the years of time throughout history as well as tradition. Faeries, goblins, brownies, gnomes, elves, nixies, trolls, dwarfs, pixies, angels, kobolds, banshees, sylphs, sprites, undines. elves, earth creatures and elementals are only a few of a whole host of other folk names. A belief in Faeries is an universal attribute much being seen in our early folk cultures. In ancient Greek literature the sirens in Homer's Odyssey are faeries, and a number of the heroes in his Iliad have faery lovers in the form of nymphs. The Gandharvas (celestial singers and musicians), who figure in Sanskrit poetry, were faeries, as were the Hathors, or female Genii, of ancient Egypt, who appeared at the birth of a child and predicted the child's future.

The fact is that faeries are real and continue to exist. We have conformational history on faeries in stories, folk lore and chronicles for as long as time as been time. Because, some of faery history comes from records called "Faery Tales", they are not considered to be factual creatures. It is true that some stories may have been embellished through the retelling, as most stories are. But some people believe in beings called angels, (aka Faeries) because they are spoke of in a book of stories called the, Bible.

"Who can see Faeries?" Anyone honestly, it is like all things within truth and the mystical worlds; "All things are possible, if only you believe."You may have seen a few faeries fluttering around your home today, or while you were out having a nice walk without even knowing it. For they adorn themselves that we shall be unaware of their present and have little worry of our kind. They dress within petals of bright flowers and leaves blowing on the trees. Sometimes they are seen as ladybugs, caterpillars, lightening bugs, fireflies, ravens, crow, mockingbirds, moths, butterflies and dragonflies only to name a very few. All considered to be magickal by differing customs and people.

There are occasions when the faery allow themselves to be seen but this is normally only for a split second from the corner of your eye. Perhaps you seen a flash of light, a misplaced glow or even a tiny human shaped creature. Then when you pause to look closer they have vanished, disappeared into their natural surroundings. Possible, laughing to themselves at our insignificant attempts to see what we are not sure we see.

Faeries are not shy, at times they enjoy having their pictures taken and sharing in the fun. Faeries can appear in photos taken as orbs. Mistakenly, at times seen as spirit energy from beyond. Yet, it has been shown that faery orbs seem to cast a lavender to pinkish glow. Under closer investigation of the orbs they give the impression to hold what appear to be tiny wings within them. Spirit orbs are more often hollow and sometimes transparent in there appearance. Both wonderful sites to behold.

Faeries in folklore are considered to be very small supernatural creatures, usually seen in human form. It is believed that faeries live in a distinct realm, but also share in living in everyday surroundings such as hills, trees, and streams. It is believed that Faeries may leave their mark in natural objects called fairy rings, fairy tables, and fairy steeds.

Faeries will approach a home that they can trust, this is not a quick or easy thing. You are not setting a trap for a mouse and once you have lost their trust it is gone for a lifetime. But in diligent effort, faeries can grow to trust you. Once they see that you are truthfully of the light and part within the mystical worlds.

If you are of nature and work to help the earth, (their home) that is a good place to start. Plant some flowers and herbs, put out bird and squirrel feeders, pick up trash that you see when walking, recycle the garbage from your home. You might also show them honor by leaving small gifts of food out at sunset. Breads, grains and sweets being among their favorites. Faeries love gifts of simple shiny and bright color. But don't go out and start sprinkling glider all around your house. It is not simple and it is not natural nor dose it biodegrade quickly.

Faeries are magickal beings that carry and work magick with the powers of Earth, Air, Fire and Water. They walk the course of life and death between the veils of spirit in both day and night. Like children, they love and play and like children, their spirit can be distorted. Let us call upon a quote form a faery tale of ancient times, "won't you believe in Faeries." Peter Pan

Butterflies and Dragonflies

All faeries are Magick and Dreams come true.

They will bring tiny blessings unto you.

For faeries bless children with sweet dreams at night,

But they hide so you may never see them within the light.

Unless you know and you understand,

Faeries hide from the eyes of man.

Yes, there are faeries here and all about,

Though they will never be known to scream or shout.

But if you look very closely you will see,

The Sparkle of Magick twinkling beneath their wings.

Butterflies are ladies, Dragonflies are lads,

So you have seen them and need not feel sad.

For you must be careful and never harm,

Try not to frighten or bring them alarm.

Because of Faeries who are hiding inside,

Beneath the wings of Dragon and Butterflies.