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It is high summer. The haste of spring growth and planting is over. Flowers are blooming and vegetables approach maturity. This is a relaxation ritual that encourages you to come and sit a spell. Take a break and enjoy some quiet time on a summer day. If possible, perform this ritual outside in a favorite spot. If you don't have a porch, deck, patio, terrace, or yard, try a park bench or drive to a lake or wooded area. The only items you need are a cold drink and a good book (optional). You ...
Today is Litha and the Summer Solstice. The sun is at its zenith, giving us the year's longest day. It's also Father's Day. This is fitting since the sun represents masculine energy, and for many of us, our father, like the sun, is the center of our universe. For this spell, I want you to remember how your father has helped you with his hands and then create something for him using your hands. First gaze at your hands. Do you also see your father's hands in them? Recall how your father's hands ...
For this love spell, you'll need a small clean jar with a lid, rose water, sweet red wine, and six red rose petals. (If you can't find rose water, tap water will work in a pinch.) As you gather your supplies, think about love, but not with a specific person. Once you have your supplies, follow the instructions in this verse: Fill a small jar with a lid, Half with rose water, half with sweet red wine. Add the rose petals, cap it, and keep it hid. Think of love for seven days' time. Then pour ...
It's the time of year for high school and college graduations. It's a joyful time, but it's also bittersweet if you have a graduate preparing to leave home and go out into the world. This spell will give you some peace of mind and give your graduate some protection. You'll need a white candle in a secure holder or a heatproof dish, a photo of your graduate, a piece of paper, a pen, and an envelope. Place all of your supplies on your altar. Light the candle. Look at the photo of your graduate. ...
