This is another site that showed up in my logs, so what better excuse to review it?

At first glance, I’m not terribly impressed. Mostly because I don’t like the green color that’s being used under the text, but, then again, I’m really not a fan of most light greens. But, on the plus side (getting over my color bias), the site is easy to navigate, and it’s heavy content. Content is far more important to me than liking the color any day (as long as it doesn’t hurt my eyes, anyway, which this site most certainly does not.)

As for the “What is Wicca” article, I hate it. The writing is good, but Keitha says, “Many practitioners choose beliefs on the basis of what ‘feels right’, and you will find those who practice a mix of Celtic, Greek, Native, Sumerian, Hindu, Buddhist, and other beliefs. Wiccans have a high regard for the beliefs and practices of others, and for the individuals right to find their own path. As such, almost any combination of beliefs and practices is possible.” I use one of the more conservative definitions of what constitutes Wicca (initiatory, mystery-based, oathbound priesthood), so, to me, this is pure rot. If this were explained as “eclectic Wicca”, then I would find it less objectionable. Keep in mind, though, that it’s not the ideas itself that I don’t agree with, just the terminology. Well, except for the idea that the Rede is the law. That is an idea that I do disagree with. Violently. (more…)