About the Witch

Greetings! You can call me Ave if you'd like. I'm writing to you from New England about my experiences with apostasy and witchcraft, including experiences from a time when I identified as a Satanist.

Beyond my spiritual associations, I am an avid writer of multiple mediums. Mostly I write science fiction fantasy with a broad highlight of folklore and political structures (think kingdoms, alien civilizations, strife, and reconciliation). I haven't written poetry in some time, but for a while in grade school I was pretty good at it, and given my new direction, I suspect that I'll be able to explore it again in conjunction with development of this blog. Ave Witch, you may be surprised to discover, is the first blog that I have ever written, and I'm glad that I gave it a shot because it's something that I've really enjoyed developing over the years. It seemed like a natural evolution from my chronic practice of journaling, and this little spot where I dump my thoughts has grown in a very unexpected way. I never thought I'd have readers, but that's technically what you're doing, isn't it?

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About AveWitch.com

Q. This blog used to focus just on Satanism. Why is that changing?

The simple answer is that I apostatized, which means that I decided to leave the religion. Although I don't have to identify as a Satanist to write about Satanism, I can't write about Satanism the same way that I used to because I don't have those views any longer. However, I think it's important to show that we can evolve and grow, and so I will leave my departed views where they are instead of removing them, to help bring to light the positive nature of how people can change.

Q. What are you going to write about if you're not focusing on Satanism?

Ave Witch has always been a place for me to write my thoughts about my perspective on religion and my spiritual journey. At the time that I started the blog, I identified as a Satanist, so it was natural that I would write about Satanic themes, but if you take a look back, you'll notice that not everything was actually focused on Satanism. Moving forward, you can expect the same level of dedication to the new avenues that I explore in the universe of witchcraft, religion, and apostasy.

Q. What does "Ave Witch" mean? Is it latin, a street, or a name?

The word "Witch" is pretty obvious; we all know what a witch is, but I understand that "Ave" might be interpreted differently from person to person. Some people will recall that "Ave" is a command meaning "Live!" Others will see it in a way that paints a picture of a little witch shop down a side street, and others still will presume that it's short for Aveline.

I think what matters the most is how you like it, not how I intended it.

Q. What made you decide to start blogging like this?

After trying it casually, I discovered that I liked it! I think in the modern age folks tend to microblog about their lives on social media, but the conversations I found myself in there lacked the substance and depth I really wanted to explore. It wasn't the right platform. This is the right platform to talk about what I want to talk about, and it's worked out much better.

Q. Are you ever going to open your shop here instead of Etsy?

I might someday, but I doubt it. Etsy is a lot easier for me to work with because it has everything I need in one place and I don't have to worry about upgrading this website with a cart functionality.

I will likely let you know when there is something interesting going on there, however.

Q. Are you going to change how often you release blogs?

I think it worked well for me to have a new blog for you on a weekly basis, but it's possible that we might be biweekly. In any case, if there is an update, it will always be posted either on a Sunday or a Monday.

Like everyone else, I have a full schedule. But, Ave Witch is more important than it appears on its face, and I will keep it alive.

Disclaimer - For Posts Regarding Satanism

Although I was a Satanist, I have never, and will never, speak on behalf of the religion. Even in instances where it seems that it is exactly what I am doing, I would like to gently remind you that everything on this website is a matter of opinion, and I am no authority, nor was I ever. If you are interested in learning about Satanism, you should take care to research it from credible sources only, so that you do not fall into one of the many pitfalls of the occult that try to prey on the inexperienced. Start on the Church of Satan website if you would like to start anywhere. I am not affiliated with them, but they are the best authentic source at your fingertips. The Sigil of Baphomet is their intellectual property and trademark, and if you see it here on this website, it is used with permission from the Church. I remain a registered member with the Church of Satan, but I am not a representative of the Church, nor do I speak on its behalf. The Church of Satan has had no involvement whatsoever with any of the content on this website.

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