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Kelpie Hauntings
Typically appearing as a strong, magnificent stallion or a gentle, lost pony, the kelpie was a malevolent shapeshifting spirit that haunted the lochs (lakes) and deep rivers of the Scottish Highlands. With the legendary strength of 10 horses and a wet, dripping mane, its tail crashed like thunder when it hit the water. The kelpie…
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From 1976 to 2026: A Nostalgic Time Warp
Reflecting on America’s 250th anniversary, the author reminisces about their experiences during the 1976 Bicentennial in Philadelphia. They participated in a fellowship that combined American literature with historical explorations, observing cultural shifts over fifty years. The nostalgic recollection contrasts past patriotism with contemporary societal changes, highlighting enduring values amidst evolving contexts.
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Caorthannach—A Fire-Spitting Demon
Considered by some to be the devil’s mother, by others as the forebearer of all things wild who claimed birth and death to herself, and yet others as the progenitor of all the gods, Caorthannach (KEER-hawn-nock) is known to the Celts as the Fire Spitter. An oilliphéist (great sea monster), she haunted swamps and lakes,…
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Comeuppance of Gratitude
Come to think of it,gratitude is neither the key to success nor a lock on it Gratitude is easy when the roof above is Spanish tile, the rug below is silk Tabriz, and your organic bread is buttered with Kerrygold butter. But when life kicks you in the gut, gratitude can gasp and chug, like…
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Merrow Steals Hearts and Wealth
Alluring yet ambivalent, the Merrow is a sea faerie, famous for stealing men’s hearts and wealth. With her glistening, fish-like tails hidden by waves, she would seduce sailors and fishermen as she posed on rocky precipices, combing her windblown, radiant hair. As a solitary faerie, the merrow has a natural antipathy toward humans. According to…
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Headless Dullahán—An Ancient Agent of Death
Like the banshee, the Dullahán is a harbinger of death. Unlike a banshee, though, the Dullahán does not warn. When he stops riding and calls out a name, death is swift and imminent. Commonly known as the Headless Horseman or Gan Ceann (pronounced gan chann, meaning “without a head”), Dullahán means “dark man.” Clad in…