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Ennodia: The Forgotten Threshold Guardian of Macedonia
Meet Ennodia: forgotten guardian of crossroads, ghosts, and gates. Walk with me through Kozani to uncover her hidden power.
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Artemis Outside the Walls: Field Notes from Thermos
At Thermos, there’s no sign for her temple, but Artemis is there. And that’s exactly why we went.
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Walking with Artemis at Thermos
Join me for an exclusive virtual walk through ancient Thermos, where goddess traces linger beyond the temple stones.
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June 2025

When History Makes Us Uncomfortable
Telling the Truth About the Sacred, the Bloody, and the Forgotten
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She Who Endures: Submitting My New Artemis of Ephesus Book Tomorrow (You Get a Sneak Peek!)
I can barely contain my excitement as I write this, after years of research, writing, rewriting (and rewriting again), I’m thrilled to finally share…
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Artemis at Lykosoura: The Silent Guardian of Despoina’s Sanctuary
Sandra and I hit the road at dawn, buzzing with that strange blend of hope and dread you get when planning to visit a site that's ‘temporarily closed…
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Tracing the Sacred: A Visit to the Argive Heraion
Hello all,
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May 2025

The Caryatids: Pillars of Artemis, Sisters of Strength
There is something haunting about the way the Caryatids stand.
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No One Warned Me About the Cheese Pies: A Not-So-Sacred Stop on the Way to Artemis
An unexpected roadside myth, a treacherous drive, and the winding path toward ancient goddess worship in Crete.
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Happy Sunday from the Field – Niros Megaron and the Echoes of Matriarchy
This morning I found myself wandering through the ruins of the Niros Megaron, just outside Heraklion, and just outside my hotel room balcony!!
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Carla’s Sacred Snail Mail 💌🐚
Sending joy through Carla’s Sacred Snail Mail ✨💌 Want a postcard from the ruins? DM your address or update it if you’re already on the list!
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🗺️ Mapping Artemis: More Details 🗺️
Second Half (May 20 - June 2/25): Update on the May Mapping Expedition
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