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Grumpy Old Crone

@grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social
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Overweight, over fifty and over-opinionated on all matters pagan and witchcraft related. Sorry (notsorry....). On that there Youtube as Grumpy Old Crone, and everywhere else I can find. Very English (apart from the Welsh half), addicted to tea.

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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
if you email me, and I don't answer, it isn't because I don't like you! I have a terrifying number of emails. Even with my "The Little Train Who Could" hat on, I'm not sure I'm ever going to be able to answer them all. Please forgive me.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Busybusy day of updating the shop! We now have more clay goddesses, bronze spiral pendants, patens, autumn hair falls and HOODIES(!) back in stock. I've still got to photograph the new meditation beads before I can add those though. I need a cup of tea!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
So many naughty mushrooms at Libertalia... I had to give the a good talking to! (We had a lot of fun with photographs, as you can see, although my photoshop skills may need some work...)
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
That feeling when you have to abandon 1k words of script because you figure out that someone you wanted to defend is, in fact, selling a witchcraft course entirely generated by AI. Hey ho. Back to the drawing board.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
After months of waiting, my bank account finally got charged for shipping the Kickstarter for the Firebird Tarot that I backed. I'm very excited by this! I have purposefully not bought new tarot recently as I'm waiting for the 2 Slavic decks I backed - this & the Ukrainian Night. Come on Postman!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The sun is 30% covered, according to my pinhole camera . The light quality is strange. Ethereal. It feels like night is coming early, but I know it's not. The cards tell me that I am starting a new phase in my life, but Marshall my resources, and sometimes in isolation. I'll take that.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
A quick little video of ideas for (and about) the solar eclipse this evening. I forgot to mention that it coincides with the new moon too, so the "new start" energy is SUPER STRONG! youtu.be/egVjzGqIlvA
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
When I retired from my various choirs, they all gave me vouchers, which I got extremely excited about, because every single one could be spent on ... BOOKS. So today, my loveliest daughter, MossiestGhost and I went to a bookshop and I spent a lot of vouchers on a big pile of lovely books!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Last month I was offered a brand deal for s*x toys. This week it's for mobility scooters. They will actually GIVE me a mobility scooter if I film myself zipping around on it. Do you think it's the word "old" in my channel name? I swear I am not making this up. It's too bizarre.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Today I'm having a bit of a rant about that most misunderstood of magical tools - the Book of Shadows. Do need one? Why? How many times can I say "BOOK OF SHADOWS" in a silly voice? youtu.be/9qnRoy9J0xw
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The Book of Shadows: Facts, Fiction, and Me Losing Patience!
Is there any witchcraft and pagan tool QUITE so misunderstood as the “Book of Shadows”? Today we’re looking into what it is, what it isn’t, some of the history, and why it should be more than an art…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
All hail Mr Grumpy Old Crone, who has just built me the garden chair of my dreams!!!!!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
This week's video is up! Water in paganism plans, crystal cleansing and discovering local treasures.... youtu.be/gnpBoqCog34
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Crystal Cleansing 101: Are We Doing It Wrong?
Do you have a pile of crystals? Are you a little bit unsure about how to cleanse them? Moonlight? Sunlight? Laundry detergent? This week we’re looking at crystal cleansing, from the gentle to the…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
New recycled sari silk yarn arrived ready to make some new hair falls for the Grumpy Old Shop for the summer and autumn! Very excited by the depth of colours. We have new charms and crystals to go in them, too! Can't wait to get making!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Full moon financial abundance working: fresh sigils on paper, anointed with Crown of Success & Abundance oils, offering of Frankincense burned. Dominant hand wrapped in gifted magical thread and pushing power into the flame and pulling it out increased. Wardruna's "Fehu" playing throughout.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
New post! In other news, it's very hot. I have tempted fate by buying new lightweight summer dungarees. Exactly as expected the weather forecast now says rainy and cold You can thank me later. Just be glad I didn't wash the car: It would probably have snowed. youtu.be/D8USnXHnPac
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
New video up today, answering one of the most frequently asked questions: how to get back to magic when you feel like you've drifted? youtu.be/FkhUSbQ864U
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
New book arrived. This may take a while! Past me: We should level up our editing skills! Present me: JAYSUS CHRIST ON A DONKEY! It’s 800 pages long!!!! What have I done?
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
New post up on Patreon about the folklore and uses of the Elder tree. Including a recipe handed down to me from one of the oldest residents of the village my children grew up in www.patreon.com/GrumpyOldCro...
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Elder Tree Folklore and Old Lincolnshire Recipe... by Grumpy Old Crone on Patreon. Join Grumpy Old Crone's community for exclusive content and updates.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
New video up - this time addressing the BIG QUESTION.... What actually *is* magic? Why does it work? Also, a positive bit to make you smile even more than normal! youtu.be/Jzht3Jhnw5k
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What ACTUALLY is Magic, anyway?
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
"Edgy" Witchcraft. Makes me so bloody angry!!!! ARGH! To even out the fury and sarcasm, there is also Beltane baking and a review of last week's huge Witch and Pagan festival: youtu.be/n_y4py1n604
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Edgy Witchcraft is Getting Out of Control!
“Edgy Witchcraft”. Why is this a thing? It drives me nuts, all this wafting around in chiffon, looking like they wish they were Jenna Ortega, trying to look dangerous and gothic and dark. YOU BUY…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Home after a great festival and meeting lots of cronies! Highlight: getting to meet & listen to Mhara Starling, whose work I've admired for ages. We squeaked in surprise at seeing each other! She's lovely, and *very* knowledgable. I was too excited to remember to take a photo the first time.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
First of May, First of May Outside.... err.... google Jonathan Coulton for the rest of that....
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
HAPPY BELTANE! New video has dropped a day early to celebrate <3. I'm off this weekend to the Festival for Witches and Pagans in Coventry - maybe see some of you there! youtu.be/IciJdyaNriM
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
New video! Featuring the weirdest conversation I've ever had at a wedding, demons and camping tips. I promise you, I am genuinely this random in real life, too.... youtu.be/ar6m6xpGQgM
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Too Scared of What You MIGHT Summon to Start Witchcraft? Watch this...
I’m talking about something I hear a lot in the comments, and in other witchcraft/esoteric spaces too: “I want to start practicing, but I’m scared about what I might invite in…” There’s genuinely…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Courtesy of Jason Buck, this is the best celebration of St. George's Day I can think of. Oy! Christians! Leave our dragons alone, you filthy communionists!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Are you familiar with the concept of "Awen"? It's the idea of divine inspiration and drive to create. This week, I have been struck by the Awen. Tune in to this weekend's video to see if my inspiration is as political as you might suspect... (Spoiler: the answer is "YES")
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
Welcome to the closest to an Easter Bonnet/Decorative Chicken Hat I will ever own. When possible, always wear a live chicken. If possible co-ordinate with your hair colour. Stayed tuned for more stylish witchy tips and tricks…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
I'VE GOT MY VOICE BACK! And to celebrate, I thought I'd finally get around to the Pratchett's Witches video I've been threatening for ages.... youtu.be/A4ADydKFU9Q
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Discworld Witches: Are They The Best Portrayal of Witches in Modern Literature? (Spoiler: Yes.)
I’ve got my voice back!!! No more robot this week, which may sadden some people who quite liked it… Existing Whilst Witchy: The Wheel of the Year: Ancient, or simply handy? Meat and Two Potatoes:…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
I have no voice and I must put up a video. (Bonus points for spotting the SF reference there). So this is a weird experiment of a video.... Tune in for terrible lip syncing and a bad Stephen Hawking impression... youtu.be/s7bjCjlCf78
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They Told Me to Shut Up.... So I Had To!
Well, it’s a bit of a miracle there’s a video at all this week…. I’ve basically given myself a suspected vocal fold haemorrhage due to coughing too much and singing at the same time. The treatment…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
Just finished the top tier Patreon Ostara Tarot reading, using The Alleyman's Tarot, which was a fascinating process. It really encourages and stimulates intuitive reading, and that was a good exercise! Check it out on Patreon if you are interested! www.patreon.com/posts/ostara...
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Granny Weatherwax approves of the fact that we Cronies just sent our FOURTH donation to ACLU. Go us!!!! Go you!!! Just in case you didn't realise, when you buy a hoodie or a mug from me, I put the money to one side and make a cumulative donation to ACLU in your names <3. Thankyou everyone!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
It's the Blood Moon tonight! Which means the usual load of codswallop about evil spirits and so forth. So what IS the Blood Moon, and how can we, as witches, do stuff with it? youtu.be/O-xhw0Pj1mE
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Exploding Myths About The Blood Moon, and What You Can Do With It!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
It's the Blood Moon tonight! Which means the usual load of codswallop about evil spirits and so forth. So what IS the Blood Moon, and how can we, as witches, do stuff with it? youtu.be/O-xhw0Pj1mE
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Exploding Myths About The Blood Moon, and What You Can Do With It!
Merch and Witchcraft shop: http://www.grumpyoldcrone.co.uk http://www.patreon.com/grumpyoldcrone http://www.linktr.ee/grumpyoldcrone I’ve squeezed in an extra video this week, in honour of tonight’s…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
This week we've gone chaotic. Not chaos magic. Just... chaotic. I found a scammer. I had a play. It was MAD and oddly satisfying. youtu.be/1KEKVEZWmpw
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Today is "Get to Grips with Your Inbox Day" for me. There are well over a thousand emails in there. I'm scared. But I have a fresh cup of tea, I've had my morning shower and now it's time to dive in. See you on the other side!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
New vid up! I'm back to ranting incoherently again. I think the subject matter deserved it. But ALSO: I've pressed the big red "GO" button on the shop. www.grumpyoldcrone.co.uk Can't believe I finally got there! Video here:https://youtu.be/yA7TNogOLvE
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This Trend is Killing Pagan Markets - And Everyone is Pretending It Is Fine...
Old Twelvey Night has gone, abandoning us in the middle of a truly depressing January. Which means I am simultaneously ready for being snuggly, destroying the patriarchy and ranting on camera. AND…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
New video up today, and if you are a Patreon member you will know why I am currently picking clay out of my fingernails and baking something in the airfryer ready for 8pm... youtu.be/p8MHLyNb3f8
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Best Crystals for Budget-Friendly Witchcraft?
I asked for things that people would like to see me cover over on Patreon. The first thing that had two requests was "What crystals do you use?", so that's where I've gone this week. But first we…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
The moon at this time of year is so *bright* when it is clear. Last night was full moon, so tonight it is still incredibly bright. How bright? I took this photo just now - it has snowed a little. No filter. No flash. No long exposure. No night setting. Just point and click. It's 10:50pm.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
First video of 2026 up and live! I'm looking at the differences between Tarot and Oracle Decks, and discussing my favourites. Also some New Year content :-) youtu.be/o0tOlqInET8
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Tarot Cards vs. Oracle Decks. What are the differences and what is the best choice?
I'm feeling better, almost perky in fact! So after some lovely Yule gifts from Mr Grumpy Old Crone, I wanted to examine the differences and strengths/weaknesses between oracle and tarot decks. …
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
Finally well enough to record the songs we'd planned! The first is up on Youtube, the second is on Patreon for... well... "reasons". Many, many reasons. But here's this one! Merry season of choice! youtu.be/PVgLhzGtFZ4
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A Grumpy Old Crone Parody: 12 Days of Wishmas!
I promised I would try and record a couple of things, and this was one of them - the other one is going over on Patreon for... well... "reasons" (which will be obvious if you see it!). So, seasons…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 21/12/2025
And so, in the stillness of the night, with quiet words of worship and supplication, I make offerings and pledges to the Lady, the Great Queen, the Cailleach. I have set my lights in my easternmost window to summon back the unconquerable light. Blessed be.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 21/12/2025
I've had flu, and am only just over it. I rambled a bit, but I did get a video up! I'm not sure about the "backwards knees" bit, though... Sorry! youtu.be/tQRcshIJWMs
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This Psychic "Spooky" Magazine is So Bad It's Good...
I've been poorly. I had that horrible flu that's been going around and am only just recovering, so I may be a bit random here. I apologise! Existing Whilst Witchy: Self care! Look after yourself…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
'Flu. I am not a happy bunny.
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
New video out! It's late here, and I'm really tired, but I did it! With only one JULBOLZ montage as well! Go me! youtu.be/nVnOfC83PmE
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Paganism versus Racists at Christmas
December is A LOT. I don't know about you, but I'm pretty tired by this point. So this is a video about me being tired. Mostly of stupid racists and people who use the faith of others in order to…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
It was inevitable. First video of December. JÜL BÖLS!!!!! I mean, you'd be disappointed in me if I didn't, right? youtu.be/P6v1u-N7JCk
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Magical Pagan Decorations? BALLS!
Yule rant ahead!!!!! It wouldn't be Christmas without me ranting now, would it? Regular viewers will guess where I'm going with this one, I think.... Existing Whilst Witchy: Do we all need stupid…
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
I managed to record a video without a cat trying to lick the hair off my head! Go me! This also features probably my most favourite Positive Bit ever, which is joyous, and oddly enough, from my local council's CCTV... youtu.be/F8QO-0bzwS0
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
I think Kimber is missing his brother Jinks, who passed away last week. If he can't groom his brother, he's apparently going to groom me. The top of my head is suspiciously clean and slightly damp now. Will be recording tomorrow. Hopefully without a cat on my head...
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
The votes are in, and Patrons voted for me to read "The Secret Commonwealth of Elves, Fauns & Fairies". The first 15 minute installment is up for listening now! I think this is going to be a really good read, and I'm already referencing old ballads in my analysis... www.patreon.com/posts/audiob...
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
New video up: classic digression started out as AI Slop commentary, and ended up as practical spell discussion. Still not quite sure how I managed that..... youtu.be/_0mB9kLkCcw
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How to Design a Spell That Really Works!
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Grumpy Old Crone @grumpiestoldcrone.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
New video up today. Sorry, it might a tiny bit ranty. Well, let's be honest... it is EXTREMELY RANTY. I apologise for nothing. youtu.be/g_ORE4GWtaU
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What the Heck is this "Witchcraft Legend" All About?
It's time for me to have an unhinged rant again. I am making no apologies. It deserved everything I gave it today. And then some. I actually had to edit out some of the ranting out for timing…
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