The Wayward Abbey

25% off thru 7/19/26!

Brings the price down to $18.75!

Flower Bracelet/Anklet $25

This beauty is pictured here with pale Blue Jade.

It is made to order with your choice of 8mm stone or crystal beads (35 types). If you would like to mix and match, please let me know in the personalization box.

Bracelets have 3mm steel accent beads while anklets have 4mm. All steel findings, chain, and lobster claw clasp. Alloy charm.

I have phased out the lava bead and replaced it with a fifth bead of your choice. Please allow for variation from picture.

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~Blessings~Courtney

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Procrastination is the art of keeping up with yesterday.

Don Marquis

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Prioritize. Taking a mental health break is okay, so long as you're getting the time-sensitive stuff done consistently as it should be.

Be careful though, procrastination is addictive. 😜

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!

If you don't like the road you're walking, start paving another one.

Dolly Parton

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It's a hell of a lot harder to do but it's usually worth the risk and effort.

It's really up to you if you want to stay with the known and safe or begin something new, scary, and probably difficult.

Think it through, get different opinions, choose, and then follow through. You got this!

Angel

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

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Purity

Faith

Divine protection

There are other symbols associated with angels like wings, halos, light, trumpets, swords, shields, feathers, etc.

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Angels are very much associated with divine protection (i.e. guardian angels). They’re also believed to subtlety guide people or bring spiritual communication.

Most people link angels to purity. They also tend to associate angels with inner peace, hope, unconditional love, faith, etc.

Other symbols associated with angels: wings – freedom, grace, speed; halos and/or light – holiness, goodness, enlightenment, divine connection; trumpets – proclamation, resurrection, divine messages; swords/shields – defense, guardians against harm; white feathers - divine presence, love, support

~Blessings~Courtney

We make ourselves up as we go.

Kate Green

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No one has to stay the same - we can change with the wind, we can learn and grow, we can even wrench ourselves out of the ruts we're stuck in.

Do you decide what kind of day you're going to have or do you react as the day progresses?

Do you bask in the spotlight or do you step back so you're not noticed?

There are so many shades of gray but the bottom line is you choose who you are.

25% off thru 9/15/26!

Dreams of Gaia Tarot Readings

The imagery and vibrant colors of this stunning tarot deck are a joy to see. Themes of learning and harmony are prevalent throughout.

Spreads available:

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

The Union - combines mind & soul to show goal $15 ($11.25)

The Dreamer - shows the way for hopes & dreams $30 ($22.50)

The Dreaming Tree - complex reading between you & the divine $35 ($26.25)

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[email protected].

Or

thewaywardabbeystore.etsy.com

There is a section dedicated to this deck.

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~Blessings~Courtney

Copyright – The Wayward Abbey 2026

In ordinary life, we hardly realize that we receive a

great deal more than we give, and that it is only with

gratitude that life becomes rich.

Dietrich Bonhoeffer

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Money doesn't buy happiness. Gratitude, on the other hand, does.

Money doesn't make you feel more fulfilled, lovable, worthy, or needed. But gratitude can.

Gratitude is free, it's easy (once you get the hang of it), and it's a plentiful and renewable resource! Give it a try!

Lughnasadh Recipes

Zucchini Bread

Ingredients:

1 c sugar

1c brown sugar

3 eggs

1 c oil (you can use applesauce for 1/2 of the oil)

3 tsp vanilla

3 c flour

1 tsp nutmeg

3 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp baking powder

2 tsp salt

1 tsp baking soda

2 c grated zucchini

1 c chopped walnuts

Preparation:

Grease two bread pans. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Mix flour, salt, baking powder, soda, nutmeg and cinnamon together in a bowl.

In a separate large bowl, beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together. (Add a few spoonfuls of flax to make it 'healthier'!) Add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and beat well.

Grate zucchini. Squeeze out as much water as you can. The longer you spend squeezing the water out, the better your bread gets. Stir into the mixture along with the nuts until well combined. Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake for 40-60 minutes or until the tester comes out clean. (Mini loaf pans 25-35 min; large sized loves 55 min)

Cool in pan for 20 minutes. Remove the bread from the pan and completely cool.

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Original Recipe Credit:

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I don't deserve this award, but I have arthritis and I don't deserve that either.

Jack Benny

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Take a moment to laugh.

Surprise rewards and personal burdens; life is sprinkled with them.

Sometimes we have to reprioritize to see the rewards we're already receiving.

Dreams of Gaia Tarot

Past, Present, Future Spread

Quick Read

Past: Four of Water

Present: Perception, reversed

Future: Ten of Fire, reversed

Are you sliding back into old patterns of dreading failure or other negative tendencies? This is your wake-up call. You are worthy. You are loved. You matter.

You are letting others change your path. Look at things from a different perspective and take back your control. Question everything. Ensure that you have all the information you need to make good choices.

No more excuses; time to take charge of your life. Be completely open to learning and growing. It will take a lot of effort and persistence. Don’t forget to rest and make sure you’re celebrating your wins, big or small.

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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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There is a section dedicated to this deck.

Or

Email

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Copyright – The Wayward Abbey 2026

Change means that what was before wasn't perfect. People want to make things better.

Esther Dyson

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People tend to keep moving towards progress, even, and sometimes especially, when it's blocked over and over again or mindlessly fought against.

No one deserves a crappy existence just because they were born.

25% off thru 7/12/26!

Brings the price down to $15!

Arachne Necklace $20

Here in Sapphire Quartz

A gorgeous and detailed spider (1.5x1.5" or 4x4cm) dangles from a stone or crystal bead (35 types to choose from). The bead is decorated with a steel bead cap and surrounded by steel beads.

I have a deep love and respect for spiders. I have a beautiful black widow tattoo to display it. I came across these zinc alloy charms and knew I had to find something to use them for. Why not be simple? I think there is a definite Gothic feel to the piece.

Steel findings/chain, 8mm stone or crystal bead, zinc alloy charm. Comes with satin cord or upgrade to chain for $2 more.

https://thewaywardabbeystore.etsy.com/listing/1189622352

~Blessings~Courtney

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Be who you are and say what you feel, because

those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.

Bernard M Baruch

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Be genuine. Don't harm others or interfere with their freedoms but otherwise have at it. Allow yourself to be you.

Don't worry about what other people think. Those who love you will be happy for you, while those who don't like it can see themselves out.

It’s that time of the week again…

I Challenge You to Go Outside!

Listen to the birds sing or go bird watching. Soak in the sun for a few minutes. Listen to the song of the wind. Meditate on the sounds and what can be seen around you. Be grateful you can enjoy this moment.

Walk barefoot in the grass to balance and ground yourself. Hug a tree to cleanse yourself and help get rid of negative energy. Find peace gazing at the stars or watching the clouds roll by.

If you’re more ambitious go for a nature walk or hiking. You could even go camping or fishing!

Get back in tune with nature. It really is the best medicine, next to laughter.

Post your pictures if you feel like sharing!

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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