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St. Nicholas Night was a big deal in my household growing up. We would leave a shoe by our bedroom door before bedtime on December 5 and wake up the next day to find it full of fruit and candy! In addition to being the patron saint of children, St. Nicholas also helps sailors, merchants, archers, repentant thieves, brewers, pawnbrokers, the unmarried, and students. For this spell, you will need a bag of chocolate coins (which are available in many stores for the season) and an image of St. ...
It's December, the darkest month of the year. Today we have a Super Cold Moon in Gemini, the third and final supermoon of the year. (Just the name evokes thoughts of cuddling into a ball of fluffy fleece blankets.) Inward introspection is at its deepest now. Communication with the self is paramount. The light of the super full moon sheds light on your subconscious. Spend time in deep meditation to find what messages await you. Before your meditation, drink a cup of mugwort tea to help connect ...
Now we arrive at the twilight of the year. The skies are gray and the air is brisk. At night the wind may howl. By now, most flowers are just a memory. To capture the essence of summer, observe the regal plumes of dried grasses, both domestic and wild. They may be bleached tan from the frost, but still they stand proud. For this spell, cut a few stems of grasses. It could be from a meadow or your own yard. Arrange them to dry completely in an empty vase or jar. Display on your altar or ...
It is important to remind ourselves of our own self-love, particularly during times of stress. Problems tend to intensify during the holidays. Financial issues, scheduling disputes, and get-togethers, as well as family members, may bring anxiety. Take a "me" break away from everything and everyone. Sit down in front of a mirror and stare into your own eyes. Appreciate what you see in your reflection. Let the opinions of everyone else pass you by. Rid your mind of any outside impressions. Tell ...
