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Today is a full moon as well as National Love Note Day. While this day typically involves sending love notes to the living, we're going beyond the veil. With our descent into the darker half of the year, this spell helps us send love to those who have passed on. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, whether their passing was recent or a long time ago, you can use this spell to express your love to them. The full moon will amplify your message. You will need a sheet of paper, a pen, an ...
I am one of those people who just loves the number 13. Both my partner and I were born on the 13th day of our respective months and feel it's good luck. I seek the number out for signs and messages. But the number does make some folks uneasy. Thirteen is associated with the Death card in the Tarot. This card represents transformation: letting go of past ideas and moving into the future. A good way to tap into that energy and overcome your fears is to connect 13 to other mysteries using a little ...
Today is National Dog Day, and what better way to honor the beloved canine friends in our lives than with a blessing of protection to keep them healthy and safe? Steer clear of candles and herbs (especially if your dog likes to taste everything), and be mindful that oils and incense can also be harmful to your pets. A better and safer alternative is to direct your energy to blessing their treats and toys with a spoken charm instead: Hekate, Diana, Anubis, and Herne, Bring blessings of health ...
As a lover of goats and things that have a whiff of Pan, I was delighted to discover that today begins Puck Fair in Killorglin, Ireland. This festival dates to 1603 and involves a goat being crowned as "King Puck" and honored by the town. The goat symbolizes the connection between people and nature, which feels like another hint that the Great God Pan has his hooves in this celebration. Today is also Lazy Day, which is meant to reconnect us with our bodies and just enjoying ...
