I read this article and found myself guilty to some degree in all categories.  I'm kinda tongue and cheek about my new age beliefs.  Others take themselves quite seriously.  How about a reality check for all of us.
http://www.elephantjournal.com/2011/06/10-obstacles-to-sane-spirituality-or-10-portals-beyond-new-age-delusion-part-one-the-dance-of-psyche/  This article is worth the read.

I was a big fan of Natalie Merchant and 10,000 Maniacs back in the late 80's.  I first heard Iris Dement sing this song about fifteen years ago on a local radio station.  It expressed my feelings at the time. Not much has changed in spite of all the changes I've been through.  I like her version but I thought it would be fun to share this one.

The power of knowledge sets us free of irrational fears and beliefs.  My personal Journey has taken me through a variety of belief systems. This has given me a unique perspective about human nature and our attachment to our beliefs.  Conflict is often associated with religious beliefs and I hope one day to have all beliefs embraced as the individuals way of connecting to a greater intelligence.  This way we can learn from all belief systems and ultimately be at peace with the beautiful mystery we are a part of.

Since most of us are familiar with Christianity I thought I would share this article for a clearer understanding of what it means to be Pagan: http://www.paganspath.com/magik/pagan.htm

Most people would be surprised to realize most major religions of the world are Pagan.  

With two planets in retrograde motion it's no wonder I began this road trip with no idea of where I was going.  On day two I was listening to my internet radio and two songs came on back to back.  This Land is your Land by My Morning Jacket and Johnny Flynn's Fol-de-Rol.  To me it was a sign that this trip is blessed.  I have spent more than four years getting healthy enough to travel on my own again.  It is a joy!  The scenery out west is dramatic with mile long stretches of snow meeting the blue streaked sky in the distance.  It's the simple exhilaration I feel tooling down the road seeing something new. 

Retrograde motion allows us to slow down and review the past and present for opportunities and learning.