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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 ...
Today is World Emoji Day. Emoji is a Japanese word meaning "picture word." Interface designer Shigetaka Kurita is credited with creating the first emojis in 1990. Emoji spells have been very popular among young witches over the last decade, but older practitioners may roll their eyes at the idea. However, if you consider these little icons more carefully, emojis are very similar to the traditional symbols and sigils we use—what's different is their digital presentation. Paired with the ...
