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On this full moon, charge some of your magical objects (tools, crystals, etc.) in the moonlight. Even if it’s cloudy, that’s okay. Place your objects outside in a protected place or inside on a windowsill. Visualize the moonlight charging the items with potent magical energy. Chant these words before leaving your items in place for the night: Moonlight, cast your magic glowupon these items that I choose.Moonlight, with your energythese items now infuse. ...
Today is the birthday of actress and comedian Lily Tomlin, who is known for her portrayal of numerous quirky characters. It is well known that laughter is good for our health and improves our mood. Laughter feeds our spirit! Today, spend some time watching a favorite comedian who always makes you laugh. Then learn a new joke that you can tell to friends to spread the joy and benefits of laughter. You can create your own joke or consult a book or website with jokes. Be sure to find one ...
Where do you live? Where do you vacation? Where I live, this time of the year is edging toward uncomfortably hot, and it is a very good time to go north to cooler climes. Salem, Massachusetts, is such a location and a terrific place to visit and review our heritage. Be prepared for a lot of kitsch and camp. Visit the museums and have your picture taken flying on a broom or stirring a cauldron. While there are indeed shops there owned by genuine earth-based believers, with legitimate supplies, ...
Historically there was only one time every year when Vesta’s temple was open to the public: during the festival of Vestalia, held from June 7–15. Even then, only females were permitted to enter, and they had to petition for blessings on behalf of the rest of their family and household. Thankfully, these days most of the progressive pagan community has moved beyond such gender segregation, so let’s all take the opportunity today to honor this goddess of hearth and home. For ...
