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Much magic relies on writing. We write spells and books. We inscribe words or names on stones, candles, wands, and other magical tools. We create magical alphabets such as runes and ogham. These work better when handwritten than when typed or printed out. Today is National Handwriting Day, so take some time to practice the magic of handwriting. For this exercise you’ll need a pen. A ballpoint pen will do, a fountain pen is better, and a dip nib is best of all. (Most magical inks are ...
It’s a fact of life that most Witches love animals—especially cats! Here’s a little spell for our feline companions. It’s common knowledge that animal overpopulation is a widespread global problem. This is why we choose to get our pets spayed and neutered. Many cats and dogs (as well as other animals) are in great need of loving homes. Research the ancient Egyptian goddess Bast (Bastet), and ensure that you have a representation of her, even if it’s just a ...
Today is rapper Snoop Dogg’s birthday. Snoop Dogg is well known for his rhyming artistry, so much so that many other musical artists of different genres have him as a guest artist on their songs. I myself like to employ rhyming when creating simple spells and magickal workings. It adds some pizazz and is an easy way to generate magickal focus. Today, in honor of Snoop’s rhyming skills, try your hand at creating a magickal rhyme of your own! This exercise really is two bits of ...
This spell uses animal medicine to bring protective K-9 spirits to you. Procuring your animal bones from a reputable and humane resource is essential. It is always best to stumble upon any bones you use for magic either while hiking or by looking earnestly for an ethical source—unless, of course, you want your karma dogged by the haunted hounds of Hades. Let’s assume not. Cleanse by washing the bone in sea salt water and then purify it with smudge smoke. Give a blessing of thanks to the ...
