Today is thought to be the festival day of Astarte, A Phoenician goddess of sexuality and of war. She is honored with the Festival of Willows. I find this to be highly appropriate, as the willow is associated with the Divine Feminine, the element of water, and has the astrological coreespondence of the Moon. Today, gather some small supple branches from a willow tree and create a garland. Wear the willow in your hair, and meditate on Astarte and get to know this deity. See what she teaches ...
UN International Day of Peace Most love spells are concerned with attracting a romantic partner into your life, but let's face it, there are times when you want to get rid of a lover. If you're sure you want to remove your lover from your life, try this spell. Take a blemished apple and rub it with a rag you've soaked with vinegar or lemon juice. Then peel the apple and visualize yourself free of your lover. As you're peeling your apple, say: You once turned my head, now you're the one I ...
All of us have those times when we feel drained and have little energy to spare. Well, here's a shocking thought . . . honor that feeling! Instead of pushing yourself to accomplish something, take a rest and let yourself "hibernate" for a bit during the hot days of August! You'll need a comfortable place to lie down and stretch out. Place a fan near you so the air will flow over your body as you rest. Drink an 8-ounce glass of water before lying down. Play soothing music, or listen to a ...
This lovely traditional prayer was used in a folk ritual to bless a child. It could be used at home with a vessel of consecrated water, or done at the edge of a shallow body of water. The person officiating at the ritual takes small handfuls of water and pours them gently on the child while reciting the following words: A palmful for your age A palmful for your growth A palmful for your appetite For your share of the bounty, honey and warm milk For your share of the feast, with gifts and ...