Well, I finally got my Staff to a point that could be considered finished. I was able to get this phase done and present my Staff to the Goddess and the Full Moon. It was a bit of work; sanding the Staff smooth (easy part) and then the tying, knotting and braiding the silk threads to attatch the crow feather onto the Staff (the hard part). If I'm allowed, I'll have a photo of my Staff in my albums here (when I get more space). If felt so good to get that part done. Of course, a proper Staff is never quite finished. It is constantly being added to and 'upgraded' as the practicioner gains knowledge and skills. So far, all I've done with my Staff is present it to the Goddess and 'called down' the Moon with it. That was the first time I've tapped the energy of the Full Moon. WooooWeeee! What a rush!