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The winter is a time of rest and sleep. Animals all over the world hibernate at this time. The cold winter nights creep quickly toward the day, and frozen nights keep all huddled tightly in their beds. And yet at this time of year was one of the greatest ancient festivals: Saturnalia, which lasted from December 17 to the 23rd. Saturnalia was a celebration of the god Saturn, and with it came parties, gifts, and carnivals. In modern times, this has become our holiday season, with Christmas and ...
The moon in all her splendour grants gifts every night when she looks down upon us. However, there are certain times during her 29.5-day cycle when she is stronger for certain intentions in our spellwork. One of those days is the new moon, that beautiful silver crescent we see in the indigo night sky. This is the perfect time to start a moon journal, which is similar to a regular journal with one exception: it is devoted entirely to the moon cycles and your affirmations. Buy or create a small ...
Practical magic is what I like, and I want to be able to get all my magical resources in an instant when I feel the inspiration or need to cast a spell of a particular type. As witches, we seem to amass over time a large supply of magical resources and equipment, from pots and pans to oils, incense, herbs, salts, and all manner of things. Therefore, I created a magic cupboard, a place in my kitchen where all things used for magic and magic only are given special pride of place. I do not have ...
Elections can bring out the worst in people, especially if we don’t vote for those who eventually win. During this time, it can feel like our hands are tied and our fate is up to the universe. We can feel like a ship bobbing along on an ocean current, not knowing where we belong. If you feel that you need to reestablish your fate, then cast this spell. It doesn’t need to be cast on this particular day. It can be cast anytime you feel like your life is in the hands of the goddesses ...
