“Rooted in tradition. Guided by ancestral knowledge.”
A reflection on spiritual strength, Appalachian wisdom, and staying true to who you are There is something about these mountains that gets into your blood. The Appalachian range is one of the oldest on earth, worn smooth by time, unbothered by the centuries that have passed over them. The people who built their lives in […]
Why Do Modern Folks Think Granny Witches Were Crazy? Well now, that is a question worth sitting down and thinking on for a spell. Religion has a whole lot to do with it, if we are being honest. Orthodox Christian views and certain readings of scripture have led people to form some pretty strong opinions […]
Divination has always been close to the heart of this tradition. Granny Witches read the tarot, playing cards, tea leaves, and clouds. They scryed in bowls of still water and watched the patterns of spider webs for messages from the Cherokee Spider Grandmother — the goddess of fate, storytelling, and the weaving of all things. […]
I find it fascinating how Appalachian culture has surged into the media spotlight. There is a growing amount of mainstream content attempting to interpret the lives of people in Appalachia—who they are, how they live, and what their culture truly represents. There are countless videos about hauntings, Bigfoot, sirens, and other mountain stories. Some of […]
What were Appalachian Granny Witches ? Most people imagine Appalachian Granny Witches as solitary old women living in cabins with cats, spending their days casting spells. In reality, that stereotype misses who they truly were. Appalachian Granny Witches were often vital members of their communities. In a region that was historically isolated and where access […]