A little shameless self-promotion

[Chovexani]

A few years ago, when I was in high school, I was in a documentary about modern Witchcraft called Out of the Broom Closet. I just received word from Lorri Leighton, the totally kick ass director, that it will be out on DVD soon! I saw a mostly finished version at a screening about a year ago, and it was beautiful and so moving...she and the crew did an awesome job, and were extremely fair and respectful in their portrayal of Wicca.

Here is the website: http://www.outofthebroomcloset.tv/ (FYI, I'm the gothy looking young person about halfway down the page :silly: Gods, that was almost ten years ago!)

And, a little request: please send positive thoughts/energy to Lorri and everyone involved in the film. She is wanting to distribute it to schools and libraries so it can be used by educators among other things. Her goal is not to make money off it, but to educate people as to who Witches really are and what we do. I'm not just saying this because I was in it, but it's such a wonderful film and I wish as many people can see it as possible. There was a Q/A session and meet-and-greet reception after the screening I went to, and so many people came up to me and talked about how they were touched by the rituals and our stories. I think all of you here know we're on the cusp of some big changes and the Universe is trying to get folks ready...and maybe, just maybe, this one tiny film can be part of that. :)

[davsand]

1. I'm happy to see this.

Too many people see us as a bunch of wackaloons. ANYTHING that brings promotes understanding and acceptance is a GOOD thing, and you have every right to be proud to have played a part in it. Thank you for being brave enough to step out of that "broom closet." For me it has been baby steps along the way, but someday maybe we can all openly be who we are--without fear That day will come because of people like you.

BB



Laura

[Chovexani]

4. That really means a lot

At the time I was still a teenager struggling with my fundie family and it was really tough (when Lorri needed to call me at home, we had code words for crying out loud). A big part of why I agreed to do it despite the risk is that I wanted to help other families understand what we're about so they wouldn't freak out on their kids.

[I Have A Dream]

2. I will definitely send energy, Chovexani.

:)

[Chovexani]

3. I knew I could count on you guys

:grouphug:

[hvn_nbr_2]

5. You should post this in the "Ancient Wisdom & Pagan ...

Sirituality" group too.

[peacebuzzard]

6. You look great in that pic!!

how do you like the desert??

Next time I come to Phoenix, if I have fair warning, I will bring you your hat!! and try to pm you....

[rumpel]

7. Sound like a great documentary

Sending you and Lorri good vibes.

Would love to see it happenin'.

:hi:

[bliss_eternal]

8. Will do...!

...and thanks so much for letting us know about this! I'd be happy to send some good vibes to this project and the woman that created it (and those that helped of course). :hi:

Your picture was kind of blurry, but I could still tell that you're very beautiful!

It looks like a great documentary. I look forward to seeing it! :)