Join me in a fictional exploration of hidden Transylvania and its unique wilderness as we unveil the secrets of its ancient Carpathian forests, especially the enigmatic Grey Wolf. I am very excited to take this legendary trip with you as the Grey Wolf plays a big role in my future novel.
Continue reading “Hidden Transylvania, Secrets of Ancient Carpathian Forests and an Enigmatic Grey Wolf”The New Year in Romania and the Bear, Unveiling Magical Rites
As the world transits from the old to the new year I am remembered of the bear and its rejuvenation and of some lesser-known magical rites from Romania. Much like nutrients enrich the soil before the sun even warms the earth in spring, awakening beings from slumber, the hibernating bear symbolizing life in delicate equilibrium.
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On the Night of Saint Andrew, on wolves’ night, in Romanian folklore it is believed that the boundary between the living world and the realm of the dead becomes blurred. Troublesome spirits, known as strigoii, moroii, or vampires, are said to roam the villages, especially the crossroads, tormenting the living and even inflict harm.
Continue reading “On the Night of Saint Andrew, on Wolves’ Night #Im4Ro”A Transylvanian Tale of Old Superstitions and New Horror
Enjoy a Transylvanian tale where old superstitions and new horror go hand in hand and just in time for Halloween and the feast of Saint Andrew, Sfantul Andrei in Romanian, observed on the 30th of November.
Continue reading “A Transylvanian Tale of Old Superstitions and New Horror”Knock-Knock, Opening a Door on ‘Touch Wood’
‘Knock-knock,’ I chuckle to myself as I knock on the wooden closet, ‘the work on my next book is going so well, touch the wood!’ And ‘mum’s the word!’ ~ Am I being irrational by succumbing to a positive superstitious belief? Or do I actually improve my performance in a subsequent task by engaging in such credulous thoughts and behaviors? Never mind keeping to a rigorous writing schedule! It feels magical, so it’s got to be, right?