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If you are unfamiliar with the traditional Wiccan Fivefold Kiss, I encourage you to research this blessing and modify it for our purpose. Instead of giving the Kiss to another person, change every spoken instance of "your" to "my." Before reciting each line, kiss the tips of the middle finger and pointer finger of your right hand at the same time. The other fingers should be tucked in, so that these two fingers act as one. This method of pointing directs energy from within and is also a common ...
Many of us work far too hard for not enough pay, and many women and people of color are paid less than white males for the same amount of work. Economic justice is something worth fighting for! For this spell you will need a coin and access to a fountain or wishing well. Start by taking your coin, holding it in your dominant hand, and reflecting on a more fair and balanced world. Imagine all people being treated with dignity and respect and getting paid a fair amount for their hard work. Pour ...
In some locations, August can be so hot that we pine for the cold days of winter. And with climate change bringing hotter temps, August can be a brutal month. But today is one for the dogs! Today we honor Sirius, in the constellation Canis Major. Sirius is the big dog in the night sky and the brightest star. During the hottest time of summer, the Dog Star appears to rise alongside the sun, and we experience the "dog days of summer." Watching the stars on a summer night is a truly magical ...
Today is Herb and Spices Day. Many staple foods taste bland by themselves. The flavor of dishes made with them comes from herbs and spices, from cooling mint to hot peppers. We also get many magical ingredients and medicines from them. Take time today to thank these plant allies for their help. Summer is a fine time to walk in a garden, when the heat draws out the perfume of herbs, spices, and flowers. If you don't have a garden of your own, visit a botanical garden, park, or other place that ...
