I was raised Catholic and made to attend mass, which I hated as I had no choice. When me and my husband lost our son and our survivor was in special care, I totally lost faith in God and Jesus at that stage. I thought, if God was a loving God why take away someone’s first born? It’s against nature.
Santa Muerte was a safe space and still is. I got her tattooed on my arm, so I guess I’m with her for life. I have seen her a lot of times on my own. She brings me comfort always and has never failed me.She makes me feel calm and always protected.
She did startle me greatly the first time I saw her, but I got used to her and spoke to her like I would a human. My interest in her started when I was told about her by a great friend of mine.
While I was doing my research on her, it was amazing to see how she was run down as the Catholic Church didn’t believe she was a saint. Her links to the prisons, violence, criminality, and illegal sales of drugs has made her to be undesirable as a saint in the traditional Catholic church way of canonization of a saint.
Our deceased cat, Cosco Creepers (named after the cat from Bedknobs and Broomsticks), would have sensed her also. We are due to move house, so I need to put up Santa Muerte’s altar again and get her re-established in our home again.
I have put associated saints and religious figures like Mary and Archangel Michael on her altar. The research into Santa Muerte was an enjoyable experience. It opened up a whole new knowledge that you only gain if you want to.
Being a Santa Muerte devotee, a downside is that the statues, etc., are hard to find within the UK. You have to get them imported.
Her background is an education by itself. The beauty of her altar is she doesn’t need a whole room to be worshipped. Small or big, as long as she’s respected and loved.
My husband even ended up getting gifts for her altar also. My granny, who is in spirit, looks after us also. I think they get along as granny would have something to say.
I am still on a journey with Santa Muerte and still learning about her. So to sum up, I am very glad I found her and am a devotee for life.
By Guest Contributor Micheala Cowdrey
Most Holy Death 
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful and deeply personal journey with Santa Muerte. I can relate to much of what you’ve said. I had the same statue that you shared, and I found immense comfort in her presence during difficult times in my life. She’s been a source of protection and peace, much like how you described. It’s incredible how she creates a safe space for us to explore our spirituality without judgment. I agree with you about her altar. It doesn’t matter how big or small, as long as there is love and respect. Your story resonates deeply with me, and I admire your openness and the meaningful connection you have with her. I wish you peace on your continued journey with Santa Muerte.
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Viva La Santísima! May Her devotees’ numbers around the world continue to grow!
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