Path of a Priestess

     I never bought into the need for degrees in my religion. (Especially, when the degrees cost a lot of money, in my opinion.) But the more I thought about becoming a HP, It made me think on what I do in the community, and I came to the realization that it would add to my credibility & entitle me to do more for the community.

     With my new found awareness I started out on my quest to find the right school. There were a few specific qualities I was looking for.
I wanted the classes to be over the internet due to my "issues". I find myself to be an internet type personality. I am not good with people due somewhat to shyness. I believed it would be a more relaxing atmosphere to take the classes over the net, so that was my first priority.

     My second was old fashioned price. As I surfed around I found many degree programs offering internet classes, however, the fees were excessive. I could not even consider many due to affordability. Even if I could afford to pay those prices it warred with my deep set belief that paying for education is wrong. A small fee, or a request for donations is understandable, they do have bills they need to pay. But to charge me over a hundred dollars for an internet class, that is just wrong!!!

     Third, I wanted my degree class to encompass many paths. I am an Ecclectic Witch, so getting a degree in any one particular sect is pointless to me.

     Forth, at times I can be a bit dense. I am probably the smartest dingbat you will ever meet. I needed the class to be easily comprehensive. I wanted the availability of at least one person regularly for help & direction.

     Am I asking for too much??? I don't think so. I think the biggest obstacles I faced were price mixed with content. I will not name names, I feel that would be rude, but a lot of free schools I found to be lacking. I plugged on for quite some time, researching places, reading up on their courses, and bingo, I hit jackpot.

     I finally found my school & course!! In fact, I was so overjoyed with the school I took two courses, hahaha!! Magical Circle School has an eclectic degree course they offer on line. I spoke with the school owner who actually takes the time to answers most of the mails. I found her to be kind, serious about her mission in teaching, dedicated, and helpful. I could not ask for more in a head mistress. She informed me there is always someone to speak with, even students to help, and mentors for each course. Most importantly, are you ready for this?? They are 100% free. My kind of price!

     So, I signed up and I am beginning my journey down the road I have chosen. But, I am not doing so alone; I am taking you all along with me. I do not know what this ride will be like. I have never learned what work goes into getting your degrees, being ordained, etc... What choices I will have to make. I have no clue, even, about what I will learn. I have never before read any account of someone sharing their journey on this path, or discussing what they were learning as they went along. I think it would be helpful to me & hopefully, others. Maybe it will make someone feel less alone on their trip. So I decided to share my Journey with you all. Take you with me in my backpack to class and maybe, just maybe, we can all learn a little something together.

     I plan to impart the tidbits I pick up along the way. Share my thoughts, concerns & experiences. Disclose my process of learning, my habits, my pain, and my joy. This will be a long trip, so I hope you all have packed well.

author: Jennifer Wright