Muggle Life for Fae Folk
Bridging the Mystical into the Mundane
Dear Reader,
Yesterday, a customer at the jewelry store where I work told me that I seemed well-suited for the job. (Yes, I have a "muggle" job to sustain the magic behind the curtains.) I was both flattered and amused by the remark. What does it say about my personality and composure that I fit in so well with selling fine jewelry? It's worth noting that my hands, chest, and neck are adorned with tattoos, and I have multiple visible piercings—far from the typical salesperson in such an establishment. I'm not the "normal" archetype for this role—I even had dreads when I started here. Yet somehow, a customer felt that I belonged.
This encounter led me on a delightful tangent with the musings within my head. I met an incredible woman who was a customer as well, and she had full sleeves on each arm. We connected briefly about our tattoo experiences, and as she checked out, she said to me, "I really appreciate someone like yourself (referring to my tattoos) working here. There is a stigma against those with ink shopping in places like this because we are labeled as lower class. But what they don't realize is that tattoos are expensive. I have over 10 grand worth of art on my body. Just because I am tattooed doesn't mean I am unable to afford fine jewelry." We shared a laugh, and she was absolutely right. It was a profound lesson in not judging a book by its cover.
So, being deemed worthy of working in such a place led me to wonder what it says about me. Am I refined and composed? Am I bright and shiny? Am I colorful and vibrant? Am I a good host who knows how to serve people well? Perhaps I'm destined for the finer things in life, or maybe they saw a glimpse of my fae/dragon side ;).
At times, I question whether I truly belong here or if I should be dedicating my time and energy to more "magical" pursuits. The thought process often follows the lines of, "If I am the co-creator of my life, why am I working a 'muggle' job?" Please don't misunderstand me; I am genuinely blessed to work with amazing people and to be surrounded by the pure energies of crystals and metals. My aura undergoes a refreshing cleanse every time I work, and I am valued for my skills. Yet there's a part of me that believes it's not enough and still falls into the category of the mundane. I yearn for more, but at the same time, this job sustains me in this challenging economy.
I believe these experiences are showing me the meaning of bridging Heaven and Earth—walking the mystical path with practical feet. Many writers and priestesses have both their spirit work and their human work. It could be a survival mechanism or even a manifestation of the "light worker persecution" syndrome. Alternatively, it might be that offering magic in small, digestible doses to "muggles" is how we reveal ourselves without inviting a revival of witch trials.
I've witnessed this phenomenon occurring all around us, especially in the corporate world, where meditation practices are offered to employees. It's perhaps easier to display spiritual associations here in Mount Shasta, where most people are a bit "woo-woo" already. But if I can hold this message here, in one of the largest vortexes, imagine the greater impact on the planet. Perhaps a million smaller signals are more potent than a single concentrated beam. How do you choose to shine in your community?
With enchantment and wonder,
BIG NEWS - Book is almost here!
For those who have been in anticipation for the release of my debut book, I can tell you that we are on the last and final leg of this publishing journey. Printed books are just around the corner (and hopefully in your hands)!
Today I felt inspired to share with you the final cover for the book - felt fitting given the Leo Full Moon :)
Drum roll please……….TA DA!
Can you feel it? The magick that awaits inside? ITS ALMOST HERE!!
And those who wish to continue supporting me on this literary journey, you can still donate to my GoFundMe here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/deysi-publish-her-book