Fortuna’s Wheel

After discovering she was the direct ancestor of Rebecca Nurse, hanged as a Salem Witch, Goyette has been exploring different aspects of witchcraft. Recently, Goyette delved into goddess worship, beginning with a loosely-formed coven, led by Deborah Castellano, author of “Glamor Magic: The Witchcraft Revolution to Get What You Want.”  Castellano taught the group to make an altar to the ancient Roman Goddess Fortuna. She suggested, the altar should include a steak, wine, Campari and some exquisite Italian pastry. Yet, her vegetarian disclaimer was at the ready, “if you are uncomfortable with meat, you can make her another offering.” Goyette didn’t make Fortuna a steak that first night, she lay nervously awake, candles burning on her altar, praying for Fortuna’s favor, good luck in the domestic sphere. But Fortuna wanted steak. The next night Goyette cooked her a steak, hoping to iron out her newbie witch foibles. After 48 hours of focus with Fortuna, Goyette could feel Fortuna’s might. Dramatic turbulence within the home and a swift change of address occurred within days of Goyette’s foray with Fortuna. Magic is real, and Fortuna’s attention was life altering. So Goyette’s questions deepened, “Is art a form of magic? Can it be used to connect to ancestors, dead loved ones, goddess energies?”