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Lammas is the most important day in my personal ritual calendar (the anniversary of my initiation), along with being the first harvest. Prepare your ritual space, and have offerings of fresh-baked cornbread, grapes, and beer. Cast a circle with your wand, athame, or hand. Start in the north or the east. Use your tool to send out energy, defining the sacred circle you will use, turning clockwise until you end up in the direction in which you began. Then invite the directions, starting with the ...
In the United States, it’s Independence Day and a perfect time to declare your personal independence from something that is holding you back. Gather these supplies:* White paper* A red pen* A white candle in a holder* Matches or a lighter* A blue ceramic dish Pick one thing in your life from which you wish to declare your independence. Write it on the paper in red ink. Light the candle, saying: This flame represents thespark of liberty. Carefully touch the paper to the flame and ...
It’s a fact of life that most Witches love animals—especially cats! Here’s a little spell for our feline companions. It’s common knowledge that animal overpopulation is a widespread global problem. This is why we choose to get our pets spayed and neutered. Many cats and dogs (as well as other animals) are in great need of loving homes. Research the ancient Egyptian goddess Bast (Bastet), and ensure that you have a representation of her, even if it’s just a ...
At this time of year, the weather is usually warm and the world can feel vibrant and alive. Despite the pace of life picking up, we can still feel sluggish. If that is the case, this potion can be a nice energy boost without caffeine. You will need:* 1 cup peppermint tea* 1 cup apple juice* 1 sprig fresh rosemary* 1 cup club soda or seltzer water Make the peppermint tea first and allow it to cool completely before combining it with the rest of the ingredients. Once everything is combined and ...
