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THE NORDIC CALL: WEEK FOUR

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March 28, 2024

“Our last day here in gorgeous Iceland where the magic truly happened, where Craft came alive.

Everything, especially in Craft, is a moment in time, is a ‘perfect point’ in time, especially for each student. To stand still within time is something that is never sought in Craft as a student. Within the vibrations and journey of the life of a Craft, we all continue as students to evolve upon this earthly plain.

It will always be truth for me, my only way, my only path, whatever the year or time of day. One road, one route, one truth. Each quest is a journey of truth in itself, for me and for my personal evolement in truth”.

DAY TWENTY TWO:

TUESDAY 14TH NOVEMBER: EGLISSTADIR AND SURROUNDING AREA: We had a well earned rest and a peaceful night after the drama of the mountains. We are staying near Eglisstadir, the largest town in East Iceland with 2500 population and established in 1850 CE. So time for a nice wander around the town and area before our journey home. The town is spacious and well laid out and all fairly modern.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egilssta%C3%B0ir

DAY TWENTY THREE:

WEDNESDAY 15TH NOVEMBER: LEAVE FINNSTDIR: We were traveling today to Seydisfjordur to board the Smyril Line ferry to Hirtshals and once again enjoying two luxury cabins again with stunning scenic views of the ocean. But our adventures were not over yet! We left early enough for what should have been a forty five minute drive across the mountains to the ferry port, the day was bright and the sun was shinning and we were in high spirits. However things and the weather took a dramatic turn for the worse. As we drove only slightly up into the mountains, the weather rapidly changed. The snow clouds came down and the roads changed from drivible to undrivible in about five minutes. The only way to the port was up and over the mountain tops, and we were struggling as the car ground to an ominous stop on the slippery road up over the mountain. Karl made the decision to stop and put the ice-grip, snow pads on the car wheels, not easy on an already icy road with no footing and other vehicles coming each way, also trying to pass, but he did it, and we struggled onward with visibility at an all time low – in fact it was non-existant! Everywhere one looked it was white on all sides, on a steep mountain pass with no road barriers. One can not begin to imagine how weather conditions can change so rapidly on a mountain pass. But thanks to Karl and the snow shoes we were able to keep going little by little. It was challenging and worrying but i had every faith in Karl and his driving. When we eventually started to descend from that mountain and could see the port below with the ferry waiting – never, ever in all my life, was i so pleased to see this sight. Coming down down from those mountain storms in Iceland, where one could not even see off the edge of the mountain, it was such a relief! No visibility, no road markings, no barriers! We only made it because Karl put those ‘snow shoes’ on the front tyres of the car! This then, this ferry was the best ever sight on the planet! but what a wise decision on Karl’s part to leave Hofsos tow days early!

Driving up into the mountains to catch the ferry home (no photos on the mountains as no visibility)

DAY TWENTYFOUR:

THURSDAY 16TH NOVEMBER: ON BOARD FERRY. Once again as we sailed through the Faroe Isles, at barely dawn, the views were stunning, and i had not been seasick this time.

DAY TWENTYFIVE:

FRIDAY 17TH NOVEMBER: ON BOARD THE FERRY STILL.

DAY TWENTYSIX:

SATURDAY 18TH NOVEMBER: ARRIVE AT HIRTSHALS IN DENMARK: We made it safely back to Denmark after all our adventures. A day of driving, straight through to Germany to stay two nights at Gnarrenburg.

DAY TWENTYSEVEN:

SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER: REST DAY: VISIT KARLSHOFEN: A little day of relaxation, a wander around, a coffee and taking it easy.

A war memorial near to where we were staying

The pretty little town of Karlshofen, near to where we were staying in Germany and ideal for a relaxing wander.

DAY TWENTEIGHT:

MONDAY 20TH NOVEMBER: BOARD THE STENA LINE FERRY: So after all the drama, all the magic and all the wonder of Iceland we we actually boarding the ferry from the ‘Hook of Holland’ to Harwich UK! Then home to good old England! But what an amazing adventure we had, had and one that neither of us will ever forget. Iceland will always be in our hearts…

The ferry was a bit wet, but it was back to reality!

..and we met these two character, who say goodbye!

The Bloodline Family/Grail Links:

Princess Groa Thorsteindottir (32nd x GGM) Neville Linked. 873–914 Birth 873. Hvammur, Iceland. Death 914. Larvik, Vestfold, Norway.

Provincial Ruler Duncan (Dungad) Of Caithness (32 x GGF) Neville Linked. 871–910 Birth 871, Wick, Caithness, Scotland. Death 910. Wick, Caithness, Scotland.

Olafsson Thorstein (33 x GGF) Neville Linked. 858–888 Birth 858. Dublin, Dublin, Ireland. Death 888. Hvammur, Iceland.

Thurid Eyvindsdatter (33 x GGM) Neville Linked 847–935. Birth 847. Sogn og Fjordane, Norway Death 935. Hvammur, Iceland.

“And so we left Iceland, that island of magnetics, of wonder and of tales to behold. We had so many adventures and some hairy experiences too that i can report on now i am home. Nothing ever stays the same for long and many changes manifested while we were there… It is a truly beautiful land and I loved it’s wildness and uncompromising nature, i loved the sunrises and sunsets, i loved the energies there, the oceans and volcanoes.”

I stared reality in it’s face.

I saw as if i was seeing for the first time.

I could see that which had never been told.

I saw what had never been shared.

Within me they shall reside

Until i am reality no more….

Karl’s Vid: Quest Review One

Karl’s Vid: Quest Review Three

Karl’s Vid: Quest Review Four

‘The Keeper of Scrolls/Guardian of the Grail’

‘moon.willow@ntlworld.com’

March 2024

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QUEST 37: ‘SOLID ROOTS’ WEEK FOUR

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February 13, 2024

“So here we are, on the last week of this incredible quest where we have traveled through some amazing countries and had some wonderful and eye opening experiences. We traveled though ‘time and space’ where not everything was as it seemed…

The photos above are of a very scenic pit stop and ‘comfort break’ where we stopped awhile to stretch our legs, on the way through to Germany. Even on a long journey and a tight schedule there is always time to stop and admire the beautiful scenery….

Oh and there’s me through the tinted windows on the ferry deck!”

WEEK FOUR:

6TH JUNE: DAY TWENTYTWO: So today we were up and ready to board the ferry from Kristiansand to take us across to the other side of Norway, thus avoiding the very long road trip around the water. We embarked after nearly four hours, all ready for our long road trip back into Germany for a three night stay.

7TH JUNE: DAY TWENTYTHREE: A very well-earned rest day!

8TH JUNE: DAY TWENTYFOUR: St John’s Church. Schleswig-Holstein. Meldorf. Germany: Initial cathedral building built from 818-826. Once the place of the Risings, still holding great energy today.

The old town square just outside the church was very attractive with some unusual historic items displayed, some nice shops and cafes too, so well worth a look, a stroll and a coffee.

VICELIN KIRCHE: NEUMUNSTER: Vicelinus was born in Hamelin around 1066. Orphaned at an early age, he was raised by his uncle Ludolf, a priest in a neighboring village. He secretly left for Paderborn, where he enjoyed the home and instructions of Hartmann and soon surpassed his companions and assisted in the management of the cathedral school. (Later a Bishop) While we were inside a local musician was playing some beautiful flute music.

The church was decorated in pastel colors inside and with some interesting symbolism. There was a big display of artwork inside, i think it was an exhibition, but as i can’t read the language it’s hard to tell. I may create another separate page for all the artworks viewed on this quest, rather that use the actual quest pages up – so keep a look out for it!

9TH JUNE: DAY 25: We are always sad to leave Germany for many good reasons and today was no exception. We bade farewell to embark upon a journey of over four hours into the Netherlands with little breaks along the way and we arrived safe and sound for a three night stay in a kind of rural ‘community’ of sorts.

‘The Old and the New!’

On our way to the church we stopped in a seaside town that was very much updating it’s image into a modern resort, it was in an ideal spot. Photos of windmills too with a relaxing view from our patio!

10th JUNE: DAY TWENTYSIX: SINT BONIFATIUSKERK (THE SAINT BONIFACE CHURCH): The Boniface church is a late Gothic hall/Roman Catholic church with three naves, in Medemblik, Netherlands, dedicated to Saint Bonifatius (ca 672-754), who was an English Benedictine monk known for converting pagan peoples in present-day Germany and the Netherlands. Construction started in 1404, but the church burned down twice. In 1555, the rebuilding of the church began and in order to pay for it King Phillip 11 granted tax relief for a period of ten years. Sadly the church was mostly closed, just a small side chapel was opened, probably the Lady Chapel, but it was very lacking in energy. To be honest i am a little confused as the info board in the Lady Chapel stated ‘Sint Martinuskkirk’, so a bit unsure, on looking back, of where i was on this occasion, as they are two different places, but i am sure that wherever we were we were at the right place! As for the town itself, it was rather lovely, a nice spot to spend a few hours browsing and enjoying a coffee and the very lovely weather.

After the church a very interesting visit to a local, working windmill with it’s own restaurant on site. Not planned or part of the Quest but very interesting indeed, and we were not likely to have chance of this experience again.Then a wander around this delightful town, so a great day out, despite the heat!

The last and i believe the most significant church awaited us on Quest 37, but first a drive across which was really sea, reclaimed land in fact across a wide old ocean. If you look at the ‘sat nav’ you can see we are actually surrounded by ocean – so what an incredible piece of engineering work that was!

11TH JUNE: DAY TWENTYSEVEN: SINT-CATHARINA KERK. NETHERLANDS: The final church visit on this Quest, and really making the most of it to embrace this special place. Built in 1871, so to secure the valued ‘artifact’ of 1823 AD. In today’s world the artifact has been safely moved, yet it is said that the energy residue still remains. ‘Memento Mori’ is written under the skull and crossbones at the entrance to the church, a phrase connected to many paths and very much connected to the Templars, with many signs and symbols for those whom know to see. Interestingly the church is in the middle of nowhere hidden behind trees and countryside with not a building in sight, but even so we had company of an ‘unusual’ kind while we were there of both the mundane and metaphysical…

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memento_mori

FISHERMAN’S MONUMENT: WIERUM: Strategically placed in this lovely scenic place of discovery. The memorial is a very poignant work of art representing all the local lives lost at sea. It is placed halfway up the steps of the sea dyke, between the land and the sea, to represent the 32 dead from the area. It appeared to be made out of anchors and other sea-fairing items. I am unsure though if they are reclaimed items or if the artists constructed the monument anew. But it is a very thought provoking work, never the less. It was a lovely area, very peaceful but very hot though and the sea was way, way out, so too hot really to wander down to the beach, and relaxing shade was gratefully sought.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wierum

12TH JUNE: DAY TWENTYEIGHT: So a very fond farewell to these wonderful places of Craft significance, the churches, the cathedrals, the sacred sites, the oceans and rivers, the beautiful scenery and the memories to cherish that will take us forward into the next exciting chapter….

To put things into perspective Karl’s videos are always very interesting and enlightening:

Karl’s video for a very interesting ’round up’ of this quest

Karl’s final Quest 37 ’round up’ – a ‘must’ to watch!

Memento mori

“Imagine this….

A church in the middle of nowhere, hidden by trees.

Skulls and crossbows at the entrance.

An old flight of steps in the far corner of the graveyard.

Secrets hidden.

Templar traces.

Physical and metaphysical entwined.

Do you go in or run?

Or do you take just one moment of time

To capture a ‘secret’

And over oceans take it…?”

The answer my friends maybe on our next Quest to Iceland….

The Family Bloodline/Grail Connections of Quest 37:

Princess Groa Thorsteindottir (32 x GGM) Neville Linked. Birth 873 Hvammur Iceland. Death 914 Larvik Vestfold Norway.
Provincial Ruler Duncan (Dungad) of Caithness (32 x GGF) Neville Linked. Birth 871 Wick Caithness Scotland. Death 910 Wick Caithness Scotland.
Olafsson Thorstein (33 x GGF) Birth 858 Dublin Ireland. Death 888 Hvammur Iceland.
Thurid Eyvindsdatter (33 x GGM) Birth 847 Sogn og Fjordane Norway. Death 935 Hvammur, Iceland.
Olof ‘the white’ King of Ireland (34 x GGF) Birth 840 Dublin. Ireland. Death 871 Dublin Ireland.
Aud (Unn) ‘Deep minded’ Queen of Dublin Ketilsdatter (34 x GGM) Birth 834 Telemark Norway. Death 900 Hvammur, Iceland.
Ketill Bjornsson (35 x GGF) Birth 812 Telemark Norway. Death 880 Caithness Scotland.

‘The Keeper of Scrolls/Guardian of the Grail’

AKA moon.willow@ntlworld.com

February 13th 2024

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TWO FENLAND CHURCHES: CATCHING UP WITH QUEST POSTS!

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January 7, 2024

It was on Monday 24th April 2023 that we squeezed in an extra one-day quest; a surprise journey into the fens. Our first stop was St Andrews, Biggleswade, then on to Holy Trinity, Elsworth. It was a refreshing day out in the country, with enjoyment and learning afoot!

St Andrews Church. Biggleswade: An Anglican parish church set in the town centre, surrounded by a lovely garden graveyard used by many folks to walk through or just to simply rest awhile. The church is a grade 2 listed building, it had a medieval tower which collapsed in the early 1700’s but was rebuilt in 1720. It is of course connected to St Andrew, who had a very interesting history of his own, and there is also a tale told of a miracle that was said to have happened here, some sort of sacred healing, which Karl explains all about in the video below. There is ‘Grail Energy’ here and a ‘healing from within’ which may explain the ‘miracle’….

Karl also explains about the family bloodlines and their connections to the ‘Saltire Cross’ of St Andrew. The Middletons, the Nevilles, the Clarkes, the Woodchurches and the Fordhams all come together here at Biggleswade; in some sort of very interesting mystery. Look out for all the relevant symbology in the video and the Templar connections too. A lovely church with some very meaningful artworks inside.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_St_Andrew,_Biggleswade

Holy Trinity Church. Elsworth: Tucked away in a quiet little corner of the pretty village of Elsworth is this 14th century Holy Trinity church originally built in 986AD, with restoration work carried out in 1892. The church has connections to Dortmund in Deutschland and to Karl’s 29th G.G.F. Knight Tesceline Sorus le Roux of Djion, in France, who’s son was Bernard of Clairvaux, the patron and founder of the original Knights Templar, both of whom i have mentioned previously. A lovely old church with many interesting artifacts to discover within it’s walls. There is also a very intriguing connection to the infamous Richard 3rd.

The tower is 14th century , the west door is original and there are four bells which have recently been restored that hang in an old cross-braced frame. Interestingly on the floor are tombs to both a surgeon and an apothecary, how i would have loved to learn more about them! There was once a 16th century brass church dish here and four silver pieces, a gift to the church in 1773 by Mrs Elizabeth Holworthy, but sadly no sign of them now. There are connections too, to Ramsey Abbey and to the ‘royals’ of the then day. It is interesting to note that the Rev. W. Awdry lived and wrote in the rectory just aside of the church. He was the creator of the ‘Thomas the Tank Engine‘ books and lived in the rectory from 1946 to 1952, not of Craft importance but interesting to many children world wide, whom are now grown adults! For further info please research on the internet where one can find many details, but the main points are here and in the video, points that of course relate to Craft and our Quests.