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Introducing Maris Blackthorn – The Skeptic in the Backcountry Mystic Family
At some point, it occurred to me that if I’m going to drag you all through the chaos of Backcountry Mystic—our accidental spiritual B&B turned metaphysical sideshow—you might as well meet the cast of characters I call family. Consider this a proper introduction to the people behind the sarcastic blog posts, mysterious wind chimes, and caffeine-fueled existential breakthroughs. First up: my eldest. The grounded one. The skeptic. The spreadsheet-wielding voice of reason in our cosmic soap opera. Introducing Maris Blackthorn. If you ever want to feel like your entire life is one long cautionary tale, try raising a daughter who becomes a finance executive. Maris is the kind of woman…
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So Apparently, We Do Squirrel Exorcisms Now
I never set out to perform a squirrel exorcism. That’s not a service we offer. We do sell ethically sourced herbs, locally roasted coffee, and the occasional self-deprecating sticker —but nothing in the official Backcountry Mystic business plan includes rodent-based spiritual intervention. And yet, if you’re a regular around here, you won’t be surprised. Things rarely go to plan. Especially when Nate gets involved. Before I walk you through how we became the unofficial squirrel shamans of BriarVeil, I should explain how the day started. It was supposed to be calm. Quiet. Productive. I had blocked out the morning for inventory updates and, if the stars aligned, a coffee alone…
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Backcountry Mystic’s Soulful Chef: Isaac Nodin
Meet Isaac Nodin, the bold and grounded Anishinaabe chef who co-founded Backcountry Mystic Café. Learn how he partnered with Everlie, what drives him, and how he brings spiritual integrity (and excellent tea) to BriarVeil.
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Real Celtic Spirituality: Messy, Rooted, And Not For Sale
eltic spirituality isn’t something you download from Etsy or glue together with moss and vibes. It’s a slow, stubborn remembering—of land, of ancestors, of self. Whether you're barefoot in the forest or chanting in full ceremonial regalia, what matters isn’t how it looks. It’s that it’s yours. Join me as I fumble (gracefully-ish) through reclaiming my roots—beyond Pinterest altars and into something older, weirder, and more real.
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Married to a Mystic: One Man’s Survival Guide to Rituals, Chaos, and Cursed Espresso Machines
He doesn’t meditate. He thinks tarot cards are “fortune flashcards.” And yet—he’s the reason Backcountry Mystic exists. Meet Nate: my fast-talking, snack-carrying, chaos-compatible husband who rebuilt our metaphysical shop without ever once checking his moon sign. Being married to a mystic wasn’t on his vision board, but somehow, he makes it work—with sarcasm, duct tape, and an uncanny ability to fix things I’ve spiritually broken.
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Raw, Ruined, and Rising: The Unexpected Magic in Grieving Messily
Everlie’s first attempt at grieving through ritual ends in smoke, chaos, and unexpected healing. Sometimes magic begins where everything falls apart.
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How to Start a Spiritual Practice When You’re Cynical, Tired, and Don’t Own a Cauldron
Feeling spiritually curious but also exhausted, skeptical, and allergic to anything that smells like patchouli and promises enlightenment in five easy steps? You’re not alone. In this honest (and slightly sarcastic) guide, Everlie lays out how to start a spiritual practice when you’re too tired for rituals, too cynical for gurus, and don’t even own a cauldron. Think: tiny sparks of meaning, not full-on mystical transformation. Expect tarot cards, ancestral whispers, sacred snacks, and a lot of side-eye.
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The Wind Chime Wasn’t My First Choice (But Neither Was Starting Over)
I didn’t choose the rainbow agate wind chime. It chose me—by falling off a clearance shelf and hitting me in the shoulder. Much like this whole "fresh start" in BriarVeil, it wasn’t part of the plan. But just because something isn’t what you wanted doesn’t mean it won’t work—loudly, awkwardly, and with just enough spiritual side-eye to keep you on your toes. Starting over isn’t clean or curated—it’s chaotic, smoke-scented, and occasionally haunted. But sometimes, the wrong wind chime turns out to be exactly the right warning bell.
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🌿What May 2025 Has in Store for Your Celtic Zodiac Sign
This May, the Celtic Tree signs aren’t whispering wisdom — they’re side-eyeing your life choices and offering sass with a side of spiritual growth. Get ready for a month of messy magic, emotional plot twists, and trees that absolutely have opinions about your vibe. Find your brutally honest May forecast here
Midlife magic, misfires, and manifesting… eventually
