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Love is in the air—and this is the perfect time to work magic if you're feeling alone or stuck in a relationship. You'll need an old jam jar, some white sand (available from craft shops), some sugar, rose petals (also available from craft shops), a small piece of paper, and a pen. Write on the paper, "I have love to give and I am worthy of being loved." Now assemble the jar. Put in the sand, then the sugar, then the rose petals, and finally the piece of paper with your writing. Screw the ...
Tuesdays are associated with the masculine energy of Mars, the Roman god of war who deals with courage and bravado. We can use that energy to our advantage to boost our confidence when stepping into a situation where we need to project confidence and strength. Before taking on such a daunting task, prepare yourself for battle. Don clothing that makes you feel invincible. It could be a favorite dress or shirt. Color choices could include reds, burgundies, and blacks in order to align with Mars. ...
This concoction warms, heals, celebrates, and looks gorgeous as well. Start this now and it'll be ready for winter celebrations and rituals. You'll need: 12 ounces fresh whole cranberries (rich in vitamins and antioxidants) 2 one-quart canning jars with tight lids 1 cup white sugar A bottle of good vodka A table knife Rinse and dry the cranberries, then chop finely—a food processor works well for this. Spoon into a canning jar, and top with the white sugar. Slowly fill the jar ...
Good spellwork often uses specially charged waters. Charged waters may be naturally occurring, as when one collects rainwater, or created intentionally, as when one leaves water out under the full moon to gather the moon's energies. It's easy to begin a collection of your own charged waters. Start with an assortment of tight-lidded jars and spring water, purchased or obtained locally from the wild. Sun-charged water: Leave a jar of spring water under the full sun, from sunrise to ...
