Pennsylvania Dutch Hexmeister at large

Out of art and spiritual practices of a Pennsylvania Dutch hexmeister comes the Wisdom of the Gods, delivered by the Völva of the North. These words are meant to generate an inner dialog with self and with the Powers That Be. The blogger is only the messenger.

Name: Jj Starwalker
Location: Corinth, ME, United States

Designer and artist Jj Starwalker, learned traditional "Pennsylvania Dutch" hex painting as a young girl from her grandmother. She followed many career paths through the years, only occasionally taking up the brush. When she did, however, she was always drawn to circular forms -- a counterpoint to the rectangular format of her work as the creative director of Vision IPD design studio in Beaufort, NC. In the last few years she has returned to the roots of her heritage, infusing the typical barn blessings with new insights and her signature use of metallic hues. She has exhibited work in many media, including early interpretations of the hex designs in batik at The Egg and The Eye -- now the Craft and Folk Art Museum in Los Angeles, CA. Jj features her artwork on her art website www.DutchHexSign.com. For Internet and print design work, visit www.VisionIPD.com.

Friday, June 5, 2009

Words of Wisdom June 5

Stay alert. Change is riding the ethers and to the vigilant goes the advantage.

The word of the day is awake.

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Thursday, June 4, 2009

Words of Wisdom June 4

Defend that which is right with word and deed.

The word of the day is strong.

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Saturday, May 9, 2009

Words of Wisdom May 9

Protect your inner storehouse. Refresh and consult it often.

The word of the day is rejuvenate.

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Saturday, April 11, 2009

Words of Wisdom April 11

I am the Guardian at the gate,
You are She Who Defends, She who consoles.
Back to back we stand,
Surrounding.

The word of the day is armor.

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Friday, April 10, 2009

Words of Wisdom April 10

Oh, the many hats we wear,
One from here, one from there
Take off the hats
Let down your hair.

The word of the day is real.

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Sunday, March 15, 2009

Words of Wisdom March 15

When The Far Seeing One gives counsel, do not respond “yes, but…” When you choose to walk your path, you choose your challenges.

The word of the day is action.

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Saturday, March 14, 2009

Words of Wisdom March 14

As the sun rises over a new day, let us use our swords well and our compassion better.

The word of the say is discernment.

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Saturday, August 9, 2008

Words of Wisdom August 9

She Who Defends also consoles; it is in the wisdom of Motherhood to know when each is required.

The word of the day is balance.

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Friday, August 8, 2008

Words of Wisdom August 8

With opportunity, sometimes tears come as well. Continue moving forward.

The word of the day is progress.

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Thursday, August 7, 2008

Words of Wisdom August 7

The key and the sword are two powerful tools; sometimes you need one, sometimes both.

The word of the day is appropriate.

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Sunday, July 13, 2008

Words of Wisdom July 13

What you say and what you do is in perfect harmony. Walk in beauty.

The word of the day is peace.

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Saturday, July 12, 2008

Words of Wisdom July 12

Know that there are those who help guard the gates.

The word of the day is company.

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Friday, July 11, 2008

Words of Wisdom July 11

The Hearthkeepers work unseen and unknown; the ideal Hearth a beacon that calls many to its warmth and thus threatens the darkness.

The word of the day is vigilance.

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Friday, July 4, 2008

Words of Wisdom July 4

Words have the power to unlock new portals and work much magic. From "please" and "thank you" to "abracadabra" magic words abound.

The word of the day is open.

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Sunday, May 18, 2008

Words of Wisdom May 18

Find wisdom and protect it both within and without, above and below.

The word of the day is infinity.

DutchHexSign.com
Pennsylvania Dutch Hex signs
Barn Blessings, Painted Prayers
Individually hand drawn and hand painted
the Old Way, in Sacred Space

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