in the approach.

I never thought myself to be superstitious

However, if anyone has ever cast metal

there is a certain routine and system that

has to align in order for the metal to come out

The day of casting my approach is similar to

an athlete preparing for an important game

I have a certain pair of Frye boots that I like to wear,

mostly cause of the couple inches it gives my legs

you wouldn't think but it really changes my perspective

I also need to listen to up beat music right before

clearing my mind of anything clouding my vision of a perfect cast

most of the time I need the music to follow me

narrating me through the process

before I ignite the torch I throw a pinch of borax over each shoulder

and LIFT OFF....................

no real reason or knowledge

that the Frye boots are needed

or that borax over the shoulder helps

but if it works...feels right....why not!!???