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November is National Pomegranate Month. Whenever I see or taste a pomegranate, I instantly think of the Greek goddess Persephone. When she was taken to the Underworld, she ate six pomegranate seeds, which tied her to staying there for half the year. As the fruit often shows up in markets in late fall, it's another reminder of Persephone's journey to the Underworld. Soon winter will be upon us, but life will return in the spring. I always purchase a couple of pomegranates—one to eat and ...
What better day to appreciate the versatility of olive oil than on National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day? With a history that can be traced back over five thousand years, olive oil not only is appreciated by chefs and culinary experts around the world but also has a multitude of uses, from health and beauty to religious and spiritual applications. EVOO is my go-to for anointing, especially when working with folks who have allergies to strong scents and manufactured essential oils. Because I use ...
Businesses write mission statements to illuminate the positive intentions behind their actions as well as to inform the choices that forge their path. On this Aquarius full moon, write a personal mission statement for the same reasons. Light a candle on your altar or go outside and gaze at the full moon. Invoke the power of the moon by saying something like, "Divine Mother Moon, hail and welcome." Then patiently craft a statement in the present tense. Include the positive changes you are ...
Today is National I Love Horses Day, a time to celebrate the economic, military, agricultural, historical, and cultural contributions of horses. As witches, let' delve into horse spirit and how it can enhance our spiritual lives. Horses represent many things, but today let's focus on the freedom they symbolize. On a piece of paper, use vine or compressed charcoal to draw several horses running. Don't be shy. Draw in your own way. Use your imagination. Then wash your hands and tape the drawing ...
