Since I follow a couple traditions, I was just curious how those who adhere to Kemetic traditions follow them. Please forgive my ignorance.
1. How would you define your practice? Is it more philosophical? Is it more spiritual in nature?
For myself, it is both. The Shemsu Heru is a ritual practice, not dissimilar to Akan or Vodun rituals.
2. Do you belong to a house or do you practice in private?
I have belonged to Hespu (Houses) in the past, but find it more beneficial to keep things within a small group, i.e. my Queen and myself, and a few close brothers and sisters.
3. Do you interact with the Ntr? How do they interact with you?
Yes. In addition to utilizing the Oracle, My Queen is what modern day people call "Clairvoyant". The Nturu speak thru her. Also, my Incarnation Objective has Sekhmet in it, while my Queen's has Auset. I am built for war, while she is built for Love.
4. Are there any special days in your tradition?
Everyday is dedicated to a specific deity. Mine is Tuesday, hers is Friday. We honor days of entering this realm (birthdays), as well as Returning to the Essence. The Heb Sed festival in July, and the Heb Nem in December.
5. Do the Ntr accept offerings or blood sacrifices?
Yes. We participate in offerings, but do not do sacrifices ourselves, since we are no Priests/esses. But sacrifices have been done on our behalf.
6. How did you get into the practice?
I learned of the Shemsu Heru when I first journeyed to Egypt, over 2 decades ago. I began practicing, in the late 90's, when I left Islam (NOI, 5%, MSTA) and embraced African Centered Consciousness.
My Queen, being Cape Verdean by ancestry, had always loosely followed African ways. When we came together, it was a perfect blend for us.
Also, bear in mind, that MOST (I don't wanna speak for all) Kemetic practicioners have adapted other African rituals as well. We are specifically taught that the Nturu correspond directly to the Orishas.