Hiya all!

A wee while ago, some close friends and I went to Tir Na nog, to do something that not alot of people think about. That is a Firewalk. When I was first asked, I thought, jings thats something I have never done, whats it all about?

Well, some of us got together and met at Tir Na nog (outside Glasgow). Being that the seasons of our Goddess and God have now changed, the night was dark and windy, but no rain (for which we were all grateful for!). We arrived at Tir Na nog around 6pm, met up with lots of lovely people who were there for the same experience (around 40 plus). Many of the people there were doing the Firewalk for charity, which added to the excitement of the night’s festivities. After having a discussion and team-building workshop, we all went to the place where the firewalk was going to take place. We all took turns at lighting the fire (which made it extra special), and watched it take hold.
Then the organiser asked us to go back to the workshop, to let our fire grow. After a while, it was time to go. There was a feeling of expectation, excitement and bonding between everyone. We all went to the fire, which by this time was in full force. I remember thinking Great Gods do I have to walk through these roaring flames!!!!.

Well….. before the actual firewalk, we were all blessed to see fire-dancers around the fire. Have to say the 2 females dancers were fabulous and helped us all in communing with the fire. Also, in the background, but equally potent were African drummers, who accompanied us all with their drum beats and soul catching sounds. Then it came the time to do the firewalk. The organiser and helpers raked the fire and coals to make a pathway for all of us to walk upon. All stood back to look at the hot embers, mesmerised by the element, and before I knew it………………… people had walked across it!!!!

It was a strange feeling, I knew I wanted to do it. So……………………… I rolled up my trouser legs, walked towards the glowing coals and said (to myself)…

I will do this..

I walked into the fire, and felt a crunchy feeling beneath my feet and a small bit of heat (like warm toast). And then, I’d done it!!!! My friend took a photo of me. I felt elated, I could do something if I put my mind to it!!!

Well…………………. I enjoyed the experience so much that I went through the fire again with a close friend! There was a feeling of everyone having a natural high after the walk. Prior to doing this I’d had some doubts of my capability, some people tried to put me off it with horror stories about burning your feet. I say to them, try to open your mind a bit more. Things dont always turn out bad!

Everyone can do this, you just have to believe in yourself and your blessed friends around you. I would recommend it to those of us who seek new experiences. On a final note, I would like to thank Oona, who runs Tir Na nog (and the firewalk). To me, personally, she is a Goddess gift. Thankyou Oona.

And to my very blessed friends that were with me. This is an experience that touched my heart and spirit. I love and thank you all.

I have told you my story. Live it for yourself! Many Blessings Jo xx