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This time of year is wonderful for divining the future! Try this variation on an American colonial classic, derived from Dutch folklore. In colonial New England, young girls would peel an apple in one continuous strand, then throw the peel over their shoulder to reveal the initial of their future husband. If you happen to be in the market for a husband, then by all means give it a try! But this technique can be used to divine other information as well: to reveal other names, significant ...
Both the sun and Mars are in Libra today, bringing about a strong desire for people to find middle ground and transcend issues. It is a time when the cosmos is calling us to let go of our ego. Sometimes this is hard, but don’t worry—this spell is meant to help you take the high road when it would be easier to take a lower one or not budge at all. In a medium-size bowl, put one cup of salt, three sprigs of fresh peppermint, the peel of one whole lemon, and three pinches of catnip. ...
We live in the happy knowledge th at abundance is ours. There is enough and more of everything we truly need. Believing in it makes it so. Unfortunately, there are people who are just as convinced of, and living in, lack. Believing in that also makes it so. It may be possible to nudge some of these folks from pessimism to optimism. But for those stuck in an eternal downward spiral, it might be best to leave them alone. Take yourself out of their sphere. Put in your earbuds and enjoy some ...
On this day in ancient Rome, springs and wells were honored by casting floral garlands or wreaths into them. This spell helps us remember this ritual. You’ll need a bowl filled with spring water and two or three ivy leaves. Sit before the bowl of water. Drop the ivy leaves into the water. Dip a finger into the water and anoint your third eye. Now close your eyes and meditate about a wish you want to come true. Open your eyes and stir the water clockwise three times with your finger. ...
