AHHH Python <3 Gotta love them :)

ok now for the questions.

Do you believe the abilities that a witch has is learned, inherited or both?
Both. I learned but my daughter was born to 2 witches, therefore making her hereditary.

Do you believe these abilities come from a higher source or a source outside yourself?
Yes, all witches (who are also Wiccan. There is a difference!) Believe in the Lord and the Lady and that our abilities/powers come from them.

Do you as witches have sacred text or books that are a standard in your belief system?

Just our BOS (Book of Shadows) this book is passed down generation to generation and added to. Kinda like a cook book :) The Wiccan Rede is our doctrine, our creed if you will.

Do you consider your beliefs as a religion?
Wicca is a religion, not all witches follow Wicca. There is a fine line. I myself am Wiccan but have now moved into more "spiritual" as I adopt some Buddhist and Native ways as well. I consider myself a witch because I still uphold the rede and 3 fold laws as well as do spell work.

What is the history of your beliefs?
History? When it's passed down through generations it comes from the eldest witch usually. My great gram was Native American which is very similar, but my other great gram was said to be a "midwife" the code back then for witch.
Are there signs a person exhibits that could indicate that they may be a witch?
Being a witch is chosen, unless you are born to parents who are Wiccan or practicing witches. You can choose to dedicate yourself in the Craft through a self-dedication rite. I don't think I act or show signs any differently. I don't have a wart or wear a pointy hat :) No sparks shoot from my fingers (yet!!)