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One of the benefits of winter is that it is a calmer, quieter time. Spring is full of rebirth, noisy and energetic. Summer is busy, as we try to take advantage of the nicer weather and get outside to work or play or take vacations. Fall is harvest time or going back to school. But in the winter, things slow down a bit. If you live in a northern clime, the snow might blanket the ground and bring its special hush. Even in warmer places, the beaches may empty of crowds. Take time today to embrace ...
Avoid the winter blues by embracing hibernation. For this spell, don comfy clothes and fuzzy slippers. Have dark chocolate or a cup of hot chocolate ready. Set a blue candle in a dish of crushed ice—blue for the winter blues and the subtle blue of ice and snow. Sit before the candle on a comfortable couch or chair, wrap yourself in a blanket (again, fuzzy is good!), and repeat: As the depths of winter near,May I sleep deep like the bear.Curling up in dark embrace,Nurturing soul with calm ...
Pine has a purifying quality and is perfect to use in blessing rituals at this time of year. Use this ritual to bless your home and family. You’ll need a bayberry-scented candle, two small pine branches, and a heatproof container, cauldron, or fireplace. Place the candle on your altar and safely light it. In front of the candle, lay the pine branches. Position them so they form a cross. Sit before your altar and say: Pine, you’re an ancient and mighty tree.Bless my family and our ...
Today is National Fritters Day in the United States. There is quite a culinary controversy as to what foods are considered fritters, and there are both savory and sweet renditions that are considered contenders for inclusion under the fritter umbrella, including apple fritters, crab cakes, corn fritters, and even Indian pakoras! Today, take the opportunity to put a magical kitchen witchery spin on this fun day and find a fritter recipe you’d like to make. Tailor the herbs and spices for ...
