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Color of the day: White Incense of the day: Chrysanthemum This is a season during which we are told to be thankful. Today in particular is a good day to consider all the things in our lives that bring us joy, peace, and yes, thankfulness. Get yourself a journal and a pen you like. If you wish, write a dedication or blessing on the first page. Then date another page and begin listing the things you are glad to have in your life. Continue the process by taking some time on the good days to make ...
Color of the day: White Incense of the day: Chrysanthemum It is common to go out of town or on vacation and leave the family pet at home. We see to their food, water, and shelter needs, but often we forget to add any magical protection to keep them safe. Long ago, people hung holey stones near where the pet slept. Today, our pets have collars and we can sew the stones directly onto it. Use red thread for added power and visualize the collar wrapping your pet in a protective bubble while you ...
Color of the day: Lavender Incense of the day: Chrysanthemum At the time Columbus traveled, there were many spells used by sailors and their families to ensure a safe voyage. Today, we travel every day by car or by public transportation, and there are a variety of spells we may use to ensure our safe arrival home. Here's one a friend uses quite often and effectively. As soon as you hear your tires screeching as you make a turn, ask in a very loud voice: Lord Vulcan, full of power and fire, ...
Color of the day: White Incense of the day: Chrysanthemum Before winter sets in, herbalists and wise-women spent time in nature collecting the plants and herbs they needed for effecting cures during the winter season. In Cornwall, plants such as bramble (blackberry), ivy, rowan, chamomile, dock, and club moss were used in healing charms. In Cornish folk tradition, it was believed that charmers could not accept money and that the patient must not say "thank you." Sometimes powerful charmers ...
