The Wayward Abbey

Mid-Summer Sale!

25% off STORE-WIDE!

6/22/26 thru 7/6/26!

Custom handmade steel jewelry with your choice of gemstone or crystal beads and charms.

Earrings, necklaces, bracelets, anklets, religious items, spell-wear, and so much more!

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Have gratitude for the things you're discarding.

By giving gratitude, you're giving closure to the

relationship with that object, and by doing so,

it becomes a lot easier to let go.

Marie Kondo

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Nothing stays the same. We need to try to appreciate what comes into, as well as goes out of, our lives.

Take a moment. Reflect or remember. Move on.

Easier said than done, of course, but still worth doing.

Turquoise

Turquoise is available in all of my gemstone/crystal jewelry. My turquoise is sky blue.

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Protection

Wisdom

Healing

Ancient Egypt, Persians (Iranians), Tibetans, some Native American tribes, and more have used this stone for a variety of reasons throughout time.

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In crystal “magic” turquoise is believed to protect one from harm and ward off evil. It’s also believed to bring good fortune and increase one’s personal power.

Turquoise is also linked to wisdom and creativity. The stone is also believed to be connected to the throat chakra and thus to communication. Turquoise is known as a stone of friendship and loyalty – sometimes it’s given as a gift to guarantee faithfulness.

Some tie turquoise to healing due to its calm vibrations. It’s also supposed to aid in balancing emotions and depression as well as boost self-acceptance and confidence.

Ancient Egypt believed turquoise protected from harm (i.e. Tutankhamun’s death mask); Tibetans viewed it as a living stone that changes color based on the wearer’s health, they also believed it represented life and death; Persians (present day Iran) linked turquoise to heaven and victory; some Native American tribes used it to attract rain due to its association with sky, water, and wind.

~Blessings~Courtney

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Lead us not into temptation. Just tell us where it is, we'll find it.

Sam Levenson

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Ain't that a fact? 😂😜

25% off thru 7/6/26!

Fae Playing Cards Tarot Readings

This deck is a fun change of pace. The face cards feature Fae creatures and royalty: Ereking, Queen Mab, Gwyn ap Nudd, Oberon, Titania, Robin Goodfellow or Puck, as well as goblin, redcap, Cait Sith, brownie, pixie, & leprechaun

Spreads available:

Past, Present, Future - goes over lessons $15 ($11.25)

Celtic Cross - goes over lessons, feelings, environment, outcome $30 ($22.50)

Lenormand Annual - predictions, warnings, advice for the coming year $35 ($26.25)

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Email

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Or

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There is a section dedicated to this deck.

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~Blessings~Courtney

Copyright – The Wayward Abbey 2026

If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.

Lao Tzu

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May you receive everything you deserve.

Lughnasadh Recipes

Rosemary Focaccia Bread

Ingredients:

1 1/3 c warm water

2 tsp sugar or honey

2 1/4 tsp yeast

1/2 tsp dried rosemary

1/4 tsp granulated garlic

3 1/2 c flour

1/4 c olive oil, plus more for drizzling

2 tsp salt (supposed to be flaked sea salt, so use less)

2 sprigs fresh rosemary

Flaked sea salt (again, just sprinkle a little salt)

Preparation:

Add warm water and sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer with the dough hook attachment and stir to combine. Sprinkle yeast on top of the water. Stir the yeast in with the water. Then let it sit for 5-10 min or until the yeast is foamy.

Turn the mixer onto low speed and gradually add flour, olive oil, dried rosemary, garlic, and salt.

Increase speed to medium low and continue mixing for 5 minutes. If the dough is too sticky and isn’t pulling away from the sides of the bowl, add in an extra 1/4 cup flour while it is mixing.

Remove dough from the mixing bowl and use your hand to shape it into a ball. Grease a large bowl with olive oil or cooking spray, place the dough and cover with a damp towel. Place in a warm location and let it rise for 45-60 min or until the dough has nearly doubled in size.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut dough in half, spread evenly in greased 9-inch rounds. Cover with greased plastic wrap and let rise another 20 min. Remove plastic wrap, use your fingers to poke deep dents (like through to the bottom of the pans) all over the surface of the dough. Then drizzle a tablespoon or two of olive oil evenly all over the surface of the dough and sprinkle evenly with the fresh rosemary needles and salt.

Bake 20 minutes or until the dough is slightly golden and cooked through. Remove from the oven, and drizzle with a little more olive oil, if desired. Slice and serve warm.

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Sun-Dried Tomato, Feta, & Walnut ‘Pesto’

Ingredients:

12 oz jar sun-dried tomatoes

1/2 c feta

1/2 c walnuts

1 Tbsp olive oil (can double if not smooth)

1 Tbsp lemon juice (can triple if not smooth)

1 clove garlic

1/2 tsp salt

3/4 tsp pepper

Preparation:

Combine ingredients in food processor and pulse until it gets to the texture you want. Make sure you start with 1 Tbsp of olive oil & lemon juice each before adding any more. Then take a taste and see which would be better to add. Taste between each addition and make sure it’s not too loose.

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It is by no means an irrational fancy that,

in a future existence,

we shall look upon what we think our present existence,

as a dream.

Edgar Allan Poe

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Our memories are never perfect. They morph over time. They fade. Eventually they feel less like the past and more like dreams.

Journal and take pictures to keep memories sharp, just make sure to live in each moment.

Fae Playing Cards Tarot

Past, Present, Future Spread

Quick Read

Past: Four of Clubs

Present: Two of Diamonds

Future: Four of Diamonds

Don’t just pass on offers of help, especially when you don’t think you need it. Really consider the offer and treat it as the generous gift that it is. Remember the easiest path to happiness is gratitude.

Things are going to be alright. A reward or bonus is coming your way; it could be monetary or spiritual (think karma). It won’t be huge, but it will come at just the right time.

As you work toward your goals you may have to be more cautious on how you spend your time and money. Prioritize and know that you may have to sacrifice a little to get what you want.

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This is a quick & general 3-card reading – take to heart only that which resonates & feels true, discard the rest. Remember this may or may not be for you, it’s more of an example.

~Blessings~Courtney

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Gratitude bestows reverence... changing forever how we experience life and the world.

John Milton

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I tell people to find their awe all the time. Find what brings you joy, motivates you, makes you appreciate life.

It changes everything.

25% off thru 7/5/26!

Brings the price down to $22.50!

Witchy Charm Bracelet $30

Handmade with all steel findings/chain, stone or crystal chip beads, & zinc alloy charms.

First, choose your stone or crystal chips (you will get one length of three chips):

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Carnelian, Citrine, Garnet, Hematite, Labradorite, Lapis lazuli, Malachite, Moonstone, Moss agate, Obsidian, Peridot, Pink Tourmaline, Purple Jade, Red coral, Rhodochrosite, Rose quartz, Sunstone, Tiger's Eye, Turquoise, or Yellow Jade

If you would like a mix of stones, please list them in the available personalization box.

Then, choose what size you would like – 5.5 to 10 inches, if you need something larger or smaller, simply make the request in the available personalization box.

Finally, choose 9 charms for your bracelet (please allow for some variation in appearance):

Athame, Broom, Cauldron, Chalice, Crescent moon, Feather, Key, Witch/wizard hat, Encircled triquetra, Pentacle, Triquetra, and Tree of life

If you do not choose your charms, I will do my best to select for you. Please allow for some variation from the images.

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~Blessings~Courtney

Image created with Fotor Editor & Adobe Photoshop Express

Happy Father's Day & Summer Solstice!

It's beautiful this time of year. I'm going to take some time to enjoy the season and be with family.

The shop will be open & the mid-summer sale is 6/22/26-7/6/26! 25% off site-wide!

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I hope you can enjoy it too.

Only the mediocre are always at their best.

Jean Giradoux

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Do you continually try to improve?

It could be any kind of skill, spiritual growth, training for nearly anything, and so much more.

Or are you just complacent?

It’s that time of the week again…

I Challenge You to do some Self-Care!

Self-care usually has some aspect of relaxation and bliss, or it could just simply be a day to take care of yourself.

Do you have a regular day to pamper yourself? Do you ever take the time to do the little things that make you happy?

Like painting your nails? A massage? A game night with friends? A hobby? A skincare day? Going camping or hunting? Could be that meditation is your thing? A long bath? A manicure or pedicure, perhaps? How about spending some time with pets?

Pick something. Plan it for a day that isn’t crammed with other stuff. Slot some time in for taking care of you. And then actually do it.

Tell me about it next week or on this post.

Post your pictures if you feel like sharing!

The garden is growth

and change and that means

loss as well as constant new

treasures to make up for a

few disasters.

May Sarton

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Life isn't always fun. Nothing lasts forever. But life is beautiful.

It's how you choose to tackle the next step (for every ending is simply a new beginning) that makes a difference.

Morn if you need to. Rest for a moment. Look for something positive and be thankful for it. You’ve got this too. Go.

Triskelion

(aka Triskele)

One of the charms that are available in my shop. You can request it on any item with a charm.

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Protection

Motion

Power of Three

One of the oldest known spiritual symbols dated back to the Neolithic period.

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The triskelion is one of the oldest known spiritual symbols. It has been seen in grave goods, on miscellaneous jewelry and sculpture, as well as cave drawings, all dating back to the Neolithic period.

The triskelion is Celtic; it is featured in Irish mythology and is associated with Manannan mac Lir and Lugh. It is believed to give strength and is linked to craftsmanship.

Believed to give protection, the triskelion is still used as an amulet for balance, and it’s thought to ward off negative energy. This could be curses and hexes or depression and nightmares or a host of other possibilities.

Symbolic of motion, the triskelion is associated with continuous motion, evolution, forward momentum, and progress. If someone were to feel stuck, they can try wearing a triskelion to help move things along.

Sometimes the triskelion can be associated with the sun and solar movement or energy. This also ties it back to the god Lugh.

Looking at the triskelion three is definitely there. It is associated with a lot of triple powers. The Triple Goddess: maiden, mother, crone or youth, fertility, wisdom; the Three Realms: land, sea, sky; along with a host of others: life, death, rebirth; past, present, future; mind, body, spirit; creation, preservation, destruction; etc.

~Blessings~Courtney

Life would be tragic if it weren't funny.

Stephen Hawking

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Find the humor in your situation as often as possible. Laugh at yourself. It can make a crappy situation better and possibly bring you joy.

My husband calls it mining for a silver lining. I always try to see the good in situations.

Give it a try.