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Traditionally early May was when farmers would hang pine in their barns to protect their livestock from bad luck. Then they would walk their livestock around bonfires in a rite of purification. This spell is similar and helps you bless your pets. You’ll need a small pine twig and a small amount of your pet’s fur. Safely ignite the pine in a heatproof container. Add the fur and say: My furry friend, you’llremain at my side,By my rules you will abide.I promise to feed you and ...
Let’s do some spring-cleaning! It’s time to bust out that occult incense, mix up that Hoodoo floorwash, get brooms in hand, and sanctify that salt water. But first, let’s take an inventory. Take a couple hours to examine your space as objectively as possible. Close your eyes, take three very deep breaths, and declare: I am Witch, I am wise. I see thetruth now through my eyes. With pen and paper in hand, and perhaps various bins labeled “donate,” ...
For this spell you’ll need two small pine branches or two pine cones. Bless them according to your spiritual path. After blessing them, hold them and think of something you wish to purify in your life. Perhaps you want to clear away a habit or a situation. Next, safely light a small fire in a heatproof container, cauldron, or fireplace. Burn the branches or cones in the fire. Visualize the flames purifying your life. “See” the burning pine cleansing the issue from your life. ...
Depending on your lifestyle, Saturday may just be the perfect day of the week to celebrate Christmas. This is the time of year for parties and get-togethers with family, friends, coworkers, and spiritual groups. With all these celebrations, be aware of potential holiday burnout. Today, take some time (five minutes will do) to find a quiet place and concentrate on peace and well-being for all people in the world. Send out positive energy for safe travel. Create a blessing for all those workers ...
