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8-26-09 Color of the day: Topaz Incense of the day: Marjoram Do this spell first thing in the morning. Red thread is a tool of Witches; one use of red thread is to connect you to things like clothing, so you won't lose them or leave them behind. This spell will only work on a few items at a time, so choose carefully. You'll need a needle and a spool of red thread. Cut a length of thread that measures from your nose to your fingertips, and thread your needle with it. Find an inconspicuous ...
Color of the day: Gray Incense of the day: Basil Life sometimes gets very mundane and routine, and we become bored. To awaken interest in our lives again, collect a red energizing candle, a scarf or length of cloth in an exciting color or pattern, and a stone. Breathe deeply and connect with Mother Earth. Gather up the boredom and angst you feel inside you. Feel it well up and then hold the stone to your mouth and yell all that feeling into the stone. Take the stone outdoors and throw it away ...
Color of the day: Silver Incense of the day: Narcissus Today is a Monday and we are in a waxing Moon phase, a double dose of lunar magic. And as we are in the season of harvest, let's work a bit of magic to gather others of a like mind. If you are wanting to be part of a magical study group, circle, or coven, here is a spell that can help you find compatible magical folks. Get out under that waxing Moon tonight and make your request to the Lord and Lady. Under bright August skies and a waxing ...
Color of the day: Amber Incense of the day: Juniper This is the festival of the Roman fire god Vulcan. In the dry heat of summer, the crops and food in the granaries were at greater risk of accidental fire, so bonfires were carefully created to placate Vulcan. Enjoy an outdoor fire tonight to honor Vulcan. Put some wood in the fire pit or in your barbecue grill and grab some iced tea or a glass of wine. Break apart a red taper candle. As you enjoy your fire, toss in a piece of wax ...
