I just wanted to take a moment to thank Baba Victor and Afefe for creating a safe space for people like myself to learn without judgement. Growing up, I was exposed to many things on my paternal grandmother’s side regarding Santeria/Lukumi, and even from a young age I felt spiritually different. However, it was something frowned upon by my father, he always stated Catholicism was the way to go just pray to god. Therefore I never really had the guidance or support to explore it openly. Because of that, I had to navigate life on my own for a long time, which led me down some difficult paths. Over the years, I took it upon myself to learn however I could, through books, classes in Puerto Rican culture and Folklore, personal study, and even readings. Some experiences with (readings) taught me valuable lessons about discernment and the importance of finding reputable teachers and genuine community. I truly hope to gain the insight, wisdom, and spiritual growth thats needed to one day become part of the Ifa community. Thank you for welcoming me here. Im grateful to be in a space where learning is encouraged with patience and respect. Apologies if I was long winded. Lol 🤍