The Gypsy Diaries

Book excerpt: A gifted Romany Gypsy shares tales of the psychic readings she has foretold over five decades. These date back to 1959 where, in her home town in Bulgaria, aged just 10 years old, she first discovers her gift, with tragic consequences. Her family's Romany roots date back to the early twelfth century where tales of sorcery and witchcraft precede them. But Lavinia is different. She discovers that her sacred heart is unique and renders her fearless, playful, rare and true. Her nomadic lifestyle serves her well. But for the first six weeks of her life, she solely bonds with her Mother and is isolated from adult men. After this period of time, she is then considered to be innocent of defilement, shame or social responsibility. This is the way of the gypsy. The power of a full moon has a profound effect on Lavinia's emotions and, as her gift develops, she embraces a divine spirituality beyond her own imagination.