SILVERSTAR

Greetings to you all.
..... As a young lad, I remember watching
one episode of 'The Crocodile Hunter', where he got bitten in a lightning
strike by a King Cobra. While the poison flowed through him, he continued
narrating to the camera, as if it was an everyday occurence. I remember
thinking, 'That man's a legend,' and I'm sure that others out there will agree.
Moving to Australia in the late 90s, I was frequently dragged to wineyards in
the Barossa Valley. The workers always warned my sister and I that brown snakes
lived in the long grass. That always got us out in a hurry. And as a result, I
gained more respect for the man who dealt with these things every day, facing
animals that could kill in an instant in the same manner as we face a cat on the street.
Deep down, I'm sure that we all knew that he would meet an end by animal. To me,
Steve Irwin would never die in a car wreck or of cancer or some disease. Even
old age would never claim him. It had to be by animal, and what a way to go. A
stingray. Who would've thought it? Croc, probably. Snake, maybe. Stingray,
never. And this, I believe, adds to the legend of the man himself.
I'm sure that he wouldn't hold any grudge against the stingray. If he could make
a comment from the great beyond, I'd imagine that he'd first say a few words to
Terri, Bindy Sue and Bob. Then, I think he'd into one of his famous spiels
which we all know him for. "Wham!" I think he would say. "Wham! Look at that
lightning fast jab. Super-fast and super deadly. And just like that, I'm gone.
Crikey, what a beautiful animal." This was Steve Irwin. No matter what went on,
it was always about the animals. While I will not see it here in New Zealand as much as you in Australia
will see it, I can envisage the next week. Tributes will pour in from across the
nation, and indeed from across the world. Zoos across the globe will pay respects to
the man. John Howard will stand up and make a speech about what the man
did for Australia. As for me, all I can do is type this e-mail, a eulogy of sorts. To
me, Steve Irwin was a hero, and in my mind, I will always remember him,
sitting on the floor surrounded by paramedics, describing how beautiful that King Cobra was.
Godspeed, Steve ol' mate. We'll miss you
Sam

Forces of Nature Metaphysical & Spiritual Center
Celebrating African Traditional Spirituality in the Pacific Northwest
The Institute of Africana Cosmology
is
Committed to Archiving, Preserving, and Respectfully Sharing the Cosmology of People of African Descent

Ile LaiLai

The Temple of the Mystic Source of Vision
A Contemplative Ifa Community
Welcomes Serious Inquiries Regarding...

Divination

Spiritual Consultations

Naming Ceremonies

Marriage Ceremonies

Rites of Passage Ceremonies

House & Business Blessings

Community Co-Sponsorships of African Centered Educational, Arts, and Cultural Events

Speakers on Topics Related African Spirituality

Educational Presentations

Study Groups

Initiations

http://www.fonspiritualcenter.org/

THE TEMPLE OF PAN

Author of: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO GODDESS EMPOWERMENT, THE LITTLE BOOK OF HOT LOVE SPELLS, (AND THE OTHER 'LITTLE BOOKS OF SPELLS' SERIES)
HEX THE EX, FORTUNETELLING WITH PLAYING CARDS, THE SOPHIA DECK AND MANY OTHER BOOKS-
AVAILABLE FOR PROJECTS & CONSULTATIONS

From The Voodoo Spiritual Temple...
“Welcome home prayers go out to all of the community.
As we rebuild our Lives and Spirits.”
Join us in Celebrating Our 16th year of Service in the “Big Easy”.
Remember our Service is about you, Your struggles and stability.

Your servant, Priestess Miriam

The Voodoo Spiritual Temple is a place where you can find peace and comfort. It is a place for not only educating people about the Voudon Religion but also yourself and activities that occur in everyday life. Voudon is traditionally the fon word for "spirit mystery". It has taken a french sound of "on". "Don" is the gift root of "donation" which is freely given and received. In Voudon you obtain a better self balance not only about the religious structure but also your life.
The Voodoo Spiritual Temple helps embrace the reality and truth of Voudan from both past and past presence of time. The vibrations of Voudan have helped both men and women find themselves obtaining better achievements in life.
We welcome you to breathe in the breath of life as you journey through our temple with an open mind and heart learning about the Voudan Religion
All donations are always greatly appreciated!

Voodoo Spiritual Temple
828 N. Rampart Street
New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 522-9627

http://www.voodoospiritualtemple.org/