Skeletons and cobwebs adorn the walls of a rustic cottage hidden deep within the enchanted forest. The air is thick with an eerie stillness and the faint aroma of ancient potions. As the sun dips below the horizon, an old witch stirs, her gnarled fingers caressing a bubbling cauldron. The witch, known by many as Morgana, has been practicing the dark arts for centuries. With her long, silver hair cascading down her hunched back, and her piercing green eyes illuminating the room, she is a fearsome sight to behold. Legends of her power and malevolence have spread throughout the land, striking fear into the hearts of even the bravest souls.
#8. Just like magic, each one of us had had that someone special walk into our lives and love us enough to fight for us. Life is funny that way. Fate happens, and it's better than what you had imagined in the first place. - Author: Abbi Glines
An avid swimmer, Dromey Heeter s great passion is to bring back body surfing as most children have no idea how to ride waves without ridiculous boogie boards. I muse joyfully today on the magic that does work, the magic that keeps us going even when, well, we ve orchestrated and planned and things do not come out quite as we d hoped.
Legends of her power and malevolence have spread throughout the land, striking fear into the hearts of even the bravest souls. Morgana's reputation as a sorceress of immense power is well-deserved. She has a vast collection of spells and potions, each one more potent and deadly than the last.
Don’t You Love It When The Magic Happens
Chief Dan George plays Old Lodge Skins in the movie Little Big Man.
By SUSAN DROMEY HEETER, Joyful Musings
In the 1970 movie, Little Big Man, the character, Old Lodge Skins played by Chief Dan George, hopes to die with dignity and performs an elaborate ceremony in order to do so. He’s dressed in his full ceremonial gear surrounded by stunning nature, a huge sky, chanting with dignity, with grace, with fervor.
He lies down, peacefully awaiting death.
It begins to rain and he remarks to his grandson, “Am I still in this world? I was afraid of this. Sometimes the magic happens, sometimes it doesn’t.”
“Sometimes the magic works, sometimes it doesn’t.” I muse joyfully today on the magic that does work, the magic that keeps us going even when, well, we’ve orchestrated and planned and things do not come out quite as we’d hoped.
What magic works?
Whether prayer is magic is up for debate but when I pray, something magic happens. I let go, I am reminded that I am not running the universe. Magic happens. I’m a fan of the basic prayer I stole from writer Anne Lamott: “Help me. Thank you.”
My first cup of tea every day is magic. Made with Barry’s Black Irish Tea and topped with skim milk, every morning’s first sip is a miracle, magic.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has magic that is supplemented by a glorious, strong, educated, confident voice. If you have not listened to her response to Congressman Yoho’s apology, do watch the full nine minutes and 52 second of magic working in full on experience, strength and hope.
Going out for breakfast is magic that always works. It’s hard to ruin pancakes or eggs, coffee is always magic. It’s the beginning of a day, it’s hope, it’s magic, it’s breakfast.
Directness is magic that works. My wonderful husband, Dan, promised to put in some fencing this summer. As the clock ticked toward August, we had a conversation filled with clarity, with magic, with directness. The fences are up. I love my husband. Magic.
Art is magic that always works. When you create, you are magic. Whether you knit, paint, sing, play the ukulele, you are magic. Art is divinely consistent, divinely magical. My sister, Kate Donovan, has been creating magical bracelets, magical designs. She glows when she speaks of them, shares the images. These are magic.
Dogs are magic that work. While they can be slobbery, annoyingly barky, contributors to an already messy house, those pups work some magic through their looks of “I’ve got you.” They are always ready to go, delighted in a pizza crust, majestic in their raising their snouts to sniff. Canine magic works.
Freedom of the press is magic that works. Censorship is the antithesis of magic.
InDepthNH.org, with founder Nancy West, reporters Paula Tracy, Garry Rayno, contributors lMike Marland, Bob Charest, George Liset, John Herigan, Michael Davidow and others are pure pure magic.
And if you are reading this, we thank you. Freedom of the press at InDepthNH.org is magic that always works.
Enjoy the magic of your day, your tea, your art, your breakfast, your political reads, your prayer, your celebrating the magical voice of AOC, your new fences. I muse joyfully you will.
Susan Dromey Heeter is a writer from Dover who recently let her hair go au natural white. Writing has been her passion since her English majoring days at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. Dromey Heeter has lived in The Netherlands, Alaska and currently basks in all things New England, including the frigid winters. An avid swimmer, Dromey Heeter’s great passion is to bring back body surfing as most children have no idea how to ride waves without ridiculous boogie boards.
The opinions expressed are those of the writer. InDepthNH.org takes no position on politics, but welcomes diverse opinions. email [email protected]
Her mastery over the elements and her ability to manipulate reality itself make her a force to be reckoned with. However, what truly sets Morgana apart is her insatiable thirst for power. She plots and schemes, using her knowledge of the dark arts to gain more strength and control. She will stop at nothing to achieve her goals, even if it means sacrificing innocent lives in the process. The villagers who live near Morgana's cottage live in constant fear of her. They dare not venture too close, for they know the consequences can be dire. She is believed to have the power to curse those who displease her, and tales of her ability to shape-shift into terrifying creatures haunt their dreams. Despite her terrifying reputation, there is an air of tragedy that surrounds Morgana. Once a young and vibrant woman, she was consumed by her obsession with power and immortality. The dark arts twisted and corrupted her, turning her into the frightening witch that she is today. Morgana may be feared and dreaded, but she is not to be underestimated. Though her powers are vast, her lust for power has made her vulnerable to manipulation and betrayal. Many have attempted to bring her down, but none have succeeded, leaving her still the most frightening witch in the land..
Reviews for "The Still Frightening Witch: A Complex Character in Literature and Film"
- Jane - 2/5 - I found "Still frightening witch" to be boring and predictable. The plot was unoriginal and the characters lacked depth. The scares were few and far between, and when they did happen, they were not very effective. Overall, I was disappointed with this film and would not recommend it to anyone looking for a truly scary movie.
- Mike - 1/5 - "Still frightening witch" was a complete waste of time. The story was confusing and poorly executed, leaving me scratching my head throughout the entire film. The acting was subpar, and the special effects were laughable. I had high hopes for this movie, but it turned out to be a huge letdown.
- Sarah - 2/5 - I was really looking forward to "Still frightening witch", but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The pacing was incredibly slow, and I found myself losing interest early on. The scares were minimal, and the ending was unsatisfying. I was hoping for a thrilling and terrifying experience, but this film didn't deliver.