Uncle Thor's Lessons, Anecdotes and Humor

There are times to strive and times to rest. In our current economic situation, neither works very well. Many people’s hard work has been negated by the diminishing of their investments. The stock market dips and drops, teetering on economic Depression. Whether we strive or rest, our financial health is endangered. This is a time [...]

Our Gods are not oversized men and women who have mysterious powers. They are symbolized that way in the myths. However, the real nature of the Gods is spiritual. They transcend us in every way. They are inestimably greater than us in every way. One area we need to address is that of understanding. Just [...]

Faith is not just a religious concept. It is also part of our everyday language. “Keep the faith” “…in good faith…” “Have faith!” These are all colloquial expressions describing faith. We are aware of the Christian type faith which urges people to believe before they have proof. It is the kind of faith that dares [...]

A Future Vision Yesterday I promised to reveal some of what I had been shown of a possible future for Heathenism. Please look at it and consider it This can be our legacy if we start thinking about the future NOW. This was the future shown me during one of my sessions: The date is [...]

If we want Heathenism to thrive for future generations, we need a commitment to excellence. We also need to instill that commitment in the second and third and future generations. While those of use “over 40” can continue setting a good example for the young folks, we need to pass on our enthusiasm and our [...]

Several days ago, I listed some simple exercises to get you feeling closer to the Fe Rune. Today I am giving you exercises for the Urus Rune. This is the rune of the Wild Ox, of Strength, of independence and of every wild place and thing. These exercises will make Urus more tangible to you. [...]

Have you wondered about the future of Heathenism? Do you wonder where Heathenism will be in ten years? Twenty-five? Fifty? One Hundred? Two Hundred? Will we get larger or smaller? Will Heathenism be a major religion, a minor denomination or a scattered group of disconnected sects? The future of Heathenism is in our hands. Its [...]

An episode of the Twilight Zone began with the words “He was a cheap man, a nickel and dime man….” The main character was a petty crook who plied his wiles for a mere pittance. He is rather like Ollie, the character I described in yesterday’s story. (A Silly Story) Some of you may have [...]

Many years ago, I worked a part-time side job as the evening desk clerk. The work place was in a building in the center of the town, right inside the lobby. One of the people who frequented the lobby was an idler named Ollie. He liked to sit by the window and talk with a [...]

Reading about Runes is one thing, but the best way to learn is to experience them. Here are a couple of practical exercises to help you get close to the Fe Rune. (Fehu, Feoh, Cow Rune) They are good examples of how a person can get a tangible experience. In these tough economic times, Fe [...]