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Color of the day: Orchid Incense of the day: Ginger Lammas, the first of the harvest Sabbats, was traditionally celebrated with fresh bread and beer. At the heart of any harvest holiday is gratitude and generosity. We give thanks for the bounty in our lives and we share our bounty with others. The Lammas practice of making corn dollies dates back to ancient times when the Romans first introduced cultivation to the tribes of northern Europe. Made from the last sheaf of grain, the dolly was ...
Color of the day: Crimson Incense of the day: Jasmine Thursday belongs to the Norse god Thor, and is ruled by the planet Jupiter. This is a good day for workings which relate to good health, physical strength, or prosperity. To increase your strength and vitality, wear the symbol of Thor: a hammer. You can find a Thor's Hammer pendant at most Pagan jewelry suppliers. String it on a purple, blue, or indigo cord. In the hour after sunrise, light two candles of matching color. Place the pendant ...
Color of the day: Yellow Incense of the day: Honeysuckle The truth of a situation can get a tad . . . obfuscated, sometimes. Your date might not have had a family emergency, your co-worker might actually have received your email, and your landlord knew perfectly well you were planning on moving at the end of your lease. It's often your word or instinct against someone else's. In order to get around these periods of fuzzy information, try this spell for the truth to come to light. Gather a ...
Color of the day: Red Incense of the day: Basil St. Martha, whose feast day is celebrated today, won fame for subduing a dragon that terrorized the villagers of Provence back in 48 CE. Ever since, people in need of strength have prayed to her. For this spell, you'll need a green candle, a small dragon figure, and a likeness of St. Martha. Arrange these items on your altar. Place the image of Martha in the south quadrant of your altar, the direction of will. Write down the bad habit you wish to ...
