The residents of Grandin Road are abuzz with rumors of witch sorcery taking place within their community. The quiet suburban street has become a hotbed of speculation, as mysterious occurrences and unconventional behavior continue to pique the curiosity of onlookers. Over the past few months, several peculiar incidents have unfolded, leaving many to believe that witches and their sorcery are at play. One such incident involved a local resident who claimed to have witnessed an elderly woman floating above her front yard on a broomstick. This bizarre sighting, coupled with reports of strange potions and incantations being heard late at night, has led to a growing sense of unease among the neighborhood. Some even insist that they have seen black cats with glowing eyes lurking around the area, a classic symbol of witchcraft.

The Flying Witches of Veracruz: A Shaman's True Story of Indigenous Witchcraft, Devil's Weed, and Trance Healing in Aztec Brujeria

Waking up in Mictlan, the underworld entrance of the North, nearly dead from an evil witch's attack―this is where James Endredy's gripping true account of his experience with the witches of Veracruz begins. As the apprentice of a powerful curandero , or healer, Endredy learns the dangerous magic and mystical arts of brujería , a nearly extinct form of Aztec witchcraft, and his perilous training is fraught with spiritual trials and tests. Taught how to invoke spirits of the underworld for assistance and use dream trance to "fly," Endredy is subjected to the black magic of a brujo negro and left alone in the graveyard of the brujo masters to fight for his life. He is also called upon to do battle with the most sinister of all witches― el Brujo de Muerte , the Witch of Death. Upon becoming a curandero himself, Endredy takes on harrowing real-life healing a young man possessed by the spirit of an Aztec warrior, rescuing a teenage girl from a Mexican drug cartel, and hunting down a vampire witch terrorizing a small community.

Genres Nonfiction

240 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2011

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James Endredy

James Endredy is a practicing shaman of Hungarian descent who learned his craft from formal initiations with the peyote shamans of Mexico and through 30 years of living with and learning from shamanic cultures in North and South America. He is actively involved in preserving historic alchemy texts as well as the world’s indigenous cultures and sacred sites. The award-winning author of several books, including Advanced Shamanism, Teachings of the Peyote Shamans, Ecoshamanism, and Earthwalks for Body and Spirit, he lives in California.

Some even insist that they have seen black cats with glowing eyes lurking around the area, a classic symbol of witchcraft. In addition to these eerie sightings, there have been accounts of strange ailments affecting those who live on Grandin Road. Several residents have fallen inexplicably ill, their symptoms defying conventional medical explanation.

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Lol. Where to begin. Where, oh where, to begin.

So this white American guy travels around the world asking to get trained by local shamans (clearly, an American in every way). And on the particular occasion described in this book, he went to Mexico for this festival and his friend Marisol introduces him to this brujo, Rafael, who turns out to be an evil witch. Rafael poisons his drink with datura, and he’s incredibly, life-threateningly high and then goes unconscious for 3 days in a cave that’s a portal to the underworld and wakes up to find Marisol and a bunch of other people accusing him of being the devil and threatening to hang him.

This, let me be absolutely clear, is a memoir. And we’re only on page five.

Now, sometimes, James Endredy’s drug experiments seem like a perfectly normal trip. Like when Marisol tells him, “You stood up, facing the tree, and while hugging it you asked for forgiveness for all your sins.”

Yup, checks out. Sounds like your average high person.

And then there’s lines like… these:

“At one point you looked like you were going to dive headfirst into the empty pool but at the last second a giant eagle came [James interrupts to note “this was Ronnie, one of my spirit guides”] and pulled you off the board.”

“I came to my senses three days later. According to Don Vicente, I was crying hysterically and covered in blood, holding the guts of a monkey that lay dead next to me.”

“Leading the group was a very handsome monkey, obviously the star of the show. Grabbing his extra-large penis, he began stroking it to the rhythm of the music, and to my utter surprise I recognized the music as a Nine Inch Nails.”

Or— so memorably— this line: “In that moment, another spirit ally, Itzamna, appeared in front of me. Itzamna is the dwarf king of the ancient city of Uxmal in the Yucatan, and he has been my ally ever since I drank the sacred secretions of the magical toads and met him at the Pyramid of the Magician at Uxmal years before.”

Let’s state the obvious: don’t be sober while reading this book. At least drink some kava tea. Smoke a bowl or something. Pop some acid, for the adventurous. If you’re going to read a book where the author casually talks about his spirit buddy who he met by drinking toad pus, you gotta be all in, baby.

Would I recommend this book?

I mean, it’s fucking hilarious. Yes. All the way, yes. What a ride. No regrets.

I had picked this book up for a $1, thinking 'why not'? It is a captivating read that I finished in a day and a half. Each tale reads like it could be a tv show. a bit strange and other wordly as the author recounts supposedly true stories in an engaging manner. Whether or not one wants to believe in the supernatural, the book might make you look at the world and people a little differently in the future. Casts an enticing spell.

Deep in the Taxulta Mountains there is witches festival that goes down attracting all the witches in Mexico and then some. Magic is a alive and well in Mexico. In the cities it is blended with Catholicism, Voodoo and Native American Magic. Up in the hills many tribes still hold on to their ancient ways unadulterated. For the practitioner of magic this sounds like, just be careful who you upset or you might get witched.

The book starts off with the author waking up in a cave almost blind and scared out of his wits. The people who talk him through it are Don Vicente and Marisol. A firs they thought him demon possessed but he proved them wrong. This was the start of a great adventure that I read through in literally two days.

James Endredy no stranger to the shamanistic way of Mexico and the Native Americans, ends up attending this festival ,meeting several witches, curanderos (healers), and Brujos (Sorcerers) . Meeting with a bright witch named Marisol he is introduced to Don Julian who is a curandero, brujo and medical doctor. He is a master witch. His son Rafael is no good. He poisons James with stramonium so he ends up in a cave. After his resuce he is taken to an initiation of sorts. In a graveyard he confronts a monkey kils it and uses the gall bladder for protection. An ancestor gives him a knife of obsidian. Later on he must confront Rafael in front of the witches council where in Rafael is killed for murdering a young virgin and eating half her heart.

Florinda introduces James to a high sea cave, garden of strmonium plants and the art of dreaming. James learns o fly in his ondor body and make cut outs of his guardians. So he can cal on them in an hour of need. His teachers give him many tests to imprve his magical combat skills.

Further on in the book James goes on adventure with his friends. He does everything form rescue a governors daughter, fight a blood sucking witch, cure a man of being possessed by a shell of his former life

This is one book you will enjoy reading. Remember do not use any of these substances at home or alone as they arte dangerous. These chemicals can make you literally go crazy or kill you. But I do enjoin you to rad the book and try to use some of the mediation techniques that can be gleaned from the pages.

Bizarre footage showing 'ghost of witch' floating through sky sparks online frenzy

TERRIFYING footage has emerged showing the ghost of a witch floating up to the clouds, according to wild claims online.

• 22:30, 19 JUL 2018
• Updated 00:57, 20 JUL 2018

The spooky clip, captured in Mexico, shows the phenomenon as it flies in broad daylight.

It appears to be a figure wearing dark clothing and it seems to be holding onto something.

But the subject does not make life-like movement and the clip cuts out before we get a closer look.

It was uploaded to YouTube channel mavi777 yesterday, where it has already racked up hundreds of hits.

"Oh my God, that looks just like a dead witch," one comment read.

Another added: "Could be some kind of alien."

And a third claimed: "Unbelievable. Looks like a witch to me."

Witches are said to have magical powers, especially evil ones and are often depicted wearing black cloaks, riding broomsticks.

In ancient history, the term was not exclusively negative and they were considered capable of both harming and healing.

The eerie footage comes just hours after explorers made a horrifying discovery in an abandoned house.

And before that, we saw similar scenes when ghost hunters visited a haunted building.

The Flying Witches of Veracruz : A Shaman's True Story of Indigenous Witchcraft, Devil's Weed, and Trance Healing in Aztec Brujeria

Waking up in Mictlan, the underworld entrance of the North, nearly dead from an evil witch's attack—this is where James Endredy's gripping true account of his experience with the witches of Veracruz begins. As the apprentice of a powerful curandero, or healer, Endredy learns the dangerous magic and mystical arts of brujería, a nearly extinct form of Aztec witchcraft, and his perilous training is fraught with spiritual trials and tests. Taught how to invoke spirits of the underworld for assistance and use dream trance to "fly," Endredy is subjected to the black magic of a brujo negro and left alone in the graveyard of the brujo masters to fight for his life. He is also called upon to do battle with the most sinister of all witches—el Brujo de Muerte, the Witch of Death.

Upon becoming a curandero himself, Endredy takes on harrowing real-life cases: healing a young man possessed by the spirit of an Aztec warrior, rescuing a teenage girl from a Mexican drug cartel, and hunting down a vampire witch terrorizing a small community.

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James Endredy is a teacher, mentor, and guide to thousands of people through his books and workshops. After a series of life tragedies and mystical experiences as a teenager he changed direction from his Catholic upbringing and embarked on a life-long spiritual journey to encounter the mysteries of life and death and why we are all here. For over twenty-five years he has learned shamanic practices from all over the globe, while also studying with kawiteros, lamas, siddhas, roadmen, and leaders in the modern fields of ecopsychology, bioregionalism, and sustainable living. James also worked for ten years with Mexican shamanic researcher Victor Sanchez learning to share shamanic practices with modern people.

On a daily level, his experiences have inspired him to live a sustainable lifestyle as much as possible while still working within mainstream society. He writes, leads workshops, mentors private clients, visits schools and community centers, speaks at bookstores, and volunteers in his community. His books have thus far been published in four languages and include Ecoshamanism, Shamanism for Beginners, and Beyond 2012.

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These illnesses, combined with the other supernatural occurrences, have sparked fear and concern among the community. Despite the growing apprehension, it is important to approach these rumors with skepticism. While the notion of witchcraft may seem far-fetched in the modern world, it is also essential to keep an open mind and consider all possibilities. Whether or not there is any truth to these claims, the speculation surrounding witch sorcery on Grandin Road continues to captivate the attention of the neighborhood. It is important to remember that rumors and hearsay can easily spiral out of control, leading to unnecessary fear and panic. Instead, residents should prioritize their safety and well-being, remaining vigilant and reporting any suspicious activity to the appropriate authorities. By focusing on community unity and support, the residents of Grandin Road can navigate these unsettling times and work together to uncover the truth behind these mysterious occurrences. In conclusion, the topic of witch sorcery on Grandin Road has caused quite a stir within the community. Strange sightings, unexplained illnesses, and other supernatural happenings have fueled rumors and speculation. While it is important to approach these claims with skepticism, it is also essential to remain open-minded and prioritize the safety of the neighborhood. By working together and reporting any suspicious activity, the residents of Grandin Road can hopefully uncover the truth behind these mysterious occurrences and restore a sense of peace to their community..

Reviews for "Peculiar Happenings on Grandin Road: Is Witchcraft to Blame?"

1. Sarah - 2 stars

I was really disappointed with "Witch sorcery on Grandin Road". I was expecting an intriguing and captivating story about witches and sorcery, but instead, I got a mundane and predictable plot with flat characters. The writing style was lackluster and the world-building felt half-hearted. Overall, the book fell short of my expectations and I wouldn't recommend it to others who are looking for a thrilling witchcraft tale.

2. Alex - 1 star

I couldn't even get through the first few chapters of "Witch sorcery on Grandin Road". The writing was painfully amateurish, with clunky dialogue and awkward narrative passages. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any depth that would make me care about their stories. The plot seemed forced and unoriginal, and I simply couldn't find any enjoyment in this book. Save your money and skip this one.

3. Mark - 2 stars

I had high hopes for "Witch sorcery on Grandin Road", but unfortunately, it did not live up to the hype. The pacing was extremely slow, and the story lacked any real excitement or suspense. The main character's motivations were unclear, which made it difficult to connect with their journey. Additionally, the world-building was underdeveloped, leaving me confused about the rules and history of the magical elements introduced in the book. Overall, I found it to be a lackluster and uninteresting read.

4. Emily - 2 stars

"Witch sorcery on Grandin Road" had potential, but it failed to deliver. The plot felt disjointed and the pacing was uneven. I found myself losing interest in the story as it dragged on without any real direction. The dialogue was often unrealistic and forced, making it difficult to connect with the characters. The book had some interesting ideas, but they were not executed well. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this book to others who are seeking a captivating and well-written witchcraft tale.

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