These are the awards presented to Messages in the Moonlight over the years. We appreciate and are proud of every single one.
Thank you to all of you who took the time to visit and acknowledge the work done here. I will continue to work toward providing the highest quality website possible!
Nowadays, websites usually have reviews sections and only the most positive of testimonials get picked to be featured. But back in "da old days"--before the meteoric rise of social media--websites like MIM had third-party tools called "guestbooks" where site visitors left comments on a separate page (without spellcheck 😬).
Although the ones I used to use are no longer around (or I've simply lost access to them), I did make a point to save the messages of encouragement, positive feedback, and thanks for the website and the information provided. I put it all into a document I could refer back to when I needed to dig a littler deeper to motivate myself in a project that the changing internet world seemed to have lost interest in.
While for-profit resources and businesses often have a logical need for sharing their positive reviews, the not-for-profit nature of MIM means it's unnecessary to do all that. However, I also see the value in sharing my why. That overall feeling and motivation that answers:
Why did I start Messages in the Moonlight?
Why I have I continued to grow and nurture MIM?
Why am I so committed to keeping it free? (Why isn't MIM monetized 23+ years in?)
Why can't I just "let it go"?
I've included some of the feedback I've received over the years below. These are those messages--like light reflected by the moon--helping me see the value in this website. As I continue to receive (or regain access to) positive feedback for MIM, I'll include it below. (Note: Only names publicly shared are included here. Privately shared message quotes are identified as "anonymous". Reach out if you'd like me to include your name.)
"I have just spent nearly two hours reading everything that the Messages in the Moonlight website has to offer. I am truly grateful that I found it and for all of the information you have provided. I've been a heavily Wiccan influenced Witch for just over twenty years now and I can say that I found myself sympathising with you on many points. Also, I know of no other place published or online where one could possibly find all of this information. What a treasure!" --anonymous (3/9/2021)
"This is one of the best sites on Wicca and Witchcraft that I have ever come across. I hope to see your site online for many years to come." -- Rachael (1/24/2012)
"I just wanted to let you know that I enjoyed my visit very much. :) Your site is really informative...I especially liked your book reviews and the glossary terms. You have done a great job! Keep it up!!" -- Magenta Rose (9/29/2004)
"Your web site is very interesting. ... I would like to have my web site kinda like yours. I plan to visit your web site often and I look forward to watching it progress." -- Lady Kimberly (10/25/2004)
"Your website is very enlightening for me. I hope you will accept my sincere thanks and compliments." --anonymous (5/16/2018)
"Thank you for your site! It contains so much information, and it really helped me to find my way!" -- brandi gonzales (9/18/2011)
"Great information I will use this site as a reference in any research I do on this subject." -- Bob Vince Jr (12/21/2011)
"Finally got some time to look at your site. Great articles and thank you for helping understand more about the craft." --Todd (1/20/2012)
"Really great work, and while I'm sorry that it doesn't get as much attention as it should, I hope that you feel motivated to keep it up, even for just guidance of newcomers." --anonymous (1/17/2014)
"I just happened upon this site in the google search engine for Wicca Sites for Learning and I must say this site is excellent! Thank You so much for making this site! You have done a Marvelous Job! Thank You Again!" --anonymous (5/31/2020)
"Just dropping by to take a look at your site. Keep up the great work!" --Amber (11/6/2009)
"found the site and i really enjoyed it! i hope to learn quite a bit from the things on the site thank you for having such a lovely site!" --shelby tomczak (11/12/2009)
"I am wiccan and your website has helped me out a ton. :) thanks a bunch, many blessings." --daniele (12/15/2009)
"just wanted to let you know that i found your "ramblings" on harming people with magick very interesting. And i completely agree with you. Although I am not a witch or Wiccan myself, I am very interested in Wicca and witchcraft and I guess you could say I follow the Wiccan Rede. Really, I'm only following my heart and my heart doesn't believe in intentionally doing anyone harm (unless, as you say, it prevents greater harm upon others). Even when simply speaking a curse on someone at whom i am angry, I stop myself and ask if it is really something that i should do. I believe that every action has a boomerang effect, and make sure that a curse is something that is really deserved/necessary. And, also, one (in my opinion) must be careful of how they curse another. I believe it important to emphasize the purpose of the curse. One of my personal favorites is "cursing" someone to live a hardship that i or someone else have/has lived so that they may be humbler for it and more compassionate towards others." --Rebekah (4/21/2007)
"Really enjoying your site so far." --anonymous (4/12/2015)
"Wonderful site you have. Very informative. I will visit you again." -- Dyr Beiler (9/30/2004)
"What a wonderful job you have done on your site!!" -- Ladybug (11/4/2004)
"You have a nice site. I greatly enjoyed my visit." --Anna "Wounded Dove" (6/19/2005)
"Love your site!!!!" --Shadowdancer (6/30/2005)
"i love this site, absotuly beutiful" --emily (4/14/2005)
"I so enjoyed my awesome visit to your beautiful realm! All your hard work shows..I hope that you will fly by & leave your realm address in my free for all links page.. :)" -- Lady Deseree (2/10/2005)
"I so enjoyed my awesome visit to your beautiful realm! All your hard work shows..I hope that you will fly by & leave your realm address in my free for all links page.. :)" -- Lady Deseree (2/10/2005)
"I enjoyed my visit to your lovely website. Merry meet!" -- Robin Artisson (1/8/2005)
"I enjoyed my visit to your lovely website. Merry meet!" -- Robin Artisson (1/8/2005)
"Sorry for not visiting sooner, Im glad I stopped by. The site is BEAUTIFUL!" -- Willow (2/17/2005)
"At this juncture in my life I find myself with ample time and the means to study in depth so with that in mind I set out today to research more about modern Witchcraft and was absolutely overwhelmed. I brewed a cup of strong Coffee and ran straight to the internet. I spent 8 hours reading good, bad, and some really confusing things that told me I was no better off now than I was when I started. I found the web site Witches' Voice and tried to read a few articles but found myself more confused. After reading a while I happened to see the box with Vox Sponsor and clicked on it. That led me to your website and a ton of good information that has me at least standing in the right direction to begin my journey. I am not quite as lost as I was when I started out and realize I have a long way to go. Yes Men can ramble to. Thanks for the information you provide." --anonymous (8/29/2018)
"love this website thanks" --ivys martinez (4/9/2010)
"Merry Meet & Bright Blessings to all, from the Emerald Isle.I love the site, keep up the good work" --Sandra (3/15/2006)
Sandra didn't know this, but that was my first birthday after joining the Army. And I needed that so much! 🥰
"This is a great site! :D" --Laura (2/9/2013)
"Hello i do not normally reach out but i feel the need to now. thank you for sharing. blessed be" --Trudy (10/4/2005)
"I recently discovered your website and am thoroughly enjoying it. I just read your article on bigotry in religion and love it." --anonymous (8/1/2019)
"I think your site is wonderful. I have bookmarded it. I will come back again for sure!" --Jessi (3/20/2005)
"This is pretty cool sight. I have been to other wiccan sights but this one is defiantly one of the best." --Lord Phoenix (9/19/2005)
"Namaste! You have a very pretty site and it's quite extensive. Enjoyed my visit. Joined the newsletter. Keep up the great work!" --Angela (6/17/2005)
"I have read a lot of the articles , rituals an spells and have found it quite interesting. Keep up the good work! Blessed Be!" --Leana (1/13/2009)
"I'm agnostic at this point but your site has been one that helped me to further explore what is out there." --Trillian (9/19/2009)
"Just browsing; I have bookmarked this page and more like it. Love to learn." --Katherine McEvoy (10/21/2009)
"Thank you so, so much for putting this site together and maintaining it over the years!!! I'm a beginner witch trying to learn everything I can from reputable resources, and I hadn't found a trustworthy site with a lot of organized information until I found yours, and this has been extremely helpful and I've only explored three areas of the site in full. I greatly appreciate all your hard work, and if you have any other recommended resources for a beginner, I'd love to hear them! Have a wonderful day and blessed be!" --anonymous (5/13/2020)
"you have a very interesting point of view. it shows in your many writings and thats someting you dont see every day. so please, keep seeing the world the way you do and keep writing! for the sake of your craft, i bid you happy trails and a listening ear. may the Gods bless and watch over you always ;)" --yvonne (6/18/2005)
"This site is great for begginers just like me ..wish you all the best and hope Goddess will guid your path :)" --*Moon_Witch* (10/18/2005)
"well done on your site, keep it up. i found you through pagan votex, where i have just joined." --Lady Charmed Rose (12/2/2005)
"Wow! I love your site!" --Skyla Moore (10/16/2005)
"I love the graphics on this site as well as the site itself :)" --Angela (1/5/2006)
"Great sight! Thank you! Blessed be" --chelsea (1/14/2006)
"You have a great website! It feels warm and welcomed here with tons of information!!" --Ana (1/30/2006)
"A nice place to be in." --john (11/23/2006)
"I really like your site" --Cindy Brown (5/9/2008)
"lovely background I haven't looked at everything yet. going back now to look around." --Andrea (3/1/2007)
"Cool website not alot of stuff in the book of shadows but its still cool also i love the background." --Roshell & Alicia (7/31/2006)
"Greetings from New Zealand. Messages in the Moonlight. This speaks to me. I like it." --Andrew (4/20/2007)
"i love this site!! loads of good awesome stuff blessed be and merry meet" --Dawn Gervickas!! Aka shandys mom (8/10/2010)
"i am very impressed with your site,i look forward to viewing more and learning!!" --ekimb (6/13/2008)
"I surf for several years already on the web pages about wicca. I found your site two years ago when I lived in Norway. Was a lot of changes recently in my life so I am not looking for a guide. This is not the time yet .. I like your page. I'll still look into it. Greetings" --Sylwia (4/8/2010)
"I found this website to be very insightful...I am curretnly in a spiritual search and everything around me seem to be pulling me toward Wiccan" --ekimb (6/13/2008)
"You have done a wonderful job of putting together your site. It's very inviting and full of so much information. Very pleasing graphics and atmosphere." --Lily (4/9/2006)
"Lovely site! ^_^ Blessed be." --Steph (8/5/2006)
"What an excellent site!!! I swung over from voting at PV and decided to check your place out..glad I did...wow...I especially liked your section on pagan humor..Bill Gates book on Wicca was hilarious!!! ... Hope you have an awesome day! Namaste." --Nick Nash (12/5/2005)
"I really do enjoy this website." --Brooklen Shore (1/10/2011)
"This is a wonderful site. Very educational." --Sabrina Bowling (10/19/2010)
"wonderful :)" --Ananya (12/26/2010)
"i love this website. it helped me on my path. thank u" --Jeromie (5/7/2011)
"wicca has run in my family ... every thing i kno was passed down to me by my grams and my father this site is very helpful for me to continue learning thank you!" --Brittany Sartin (1/5/2012)
"Im A New Pagan/Wicca member and i came across of your website, love everything,i learned alot about wicca.Thank you very much:)" --leslie (1/29/2012)
"I saw your posting on WitchVox and, as a new arrival to Colorado Springs, I just wanted to say thank you for taking the time to put up your info on-line. I'm looking for other pagans to hang with..." --Robert (3/4/2011)
"I want to thank you for this website. You have helped me so much on my journey and in creating my Book of Shadows. Your information is invaluable to me." --Mariah Thompson (4/4/2011)
"I came by way of the witches' vox. Interesting site :-) I enjoyed my visit and will be back to see what's new. Peace! Rim <]:-)" --Rimskittle (3/30/2013)
"Great site! As a recently discovered wiccan myself, I shall say that the information provided has benefited to my overall knowledge of this beautiful 'religion'! Blessed be" -- Vix Embermoon (6/12/2013)
"Great site liking it so far." --Shin (4/8/2013)
"Beautiful website! ^_^" -- Kaitie (4/29/2013)