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Color of the day: Purple Incense of the day: Vanilla Strawberries are in season now. To make your love blossom, we will draw upon the energies of Friday for love, spring for growth, and chocolate, for, well, chocolate! You will need 2 pints of clean dry strawberries, 1 bag of chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening, and wax paper on a cookie sheet. Melt the chocolate chips and shortening in the microwave. When completely melted, dip each strawberry in the chocolate and while ...
New Moon 12:06 pm Color of the day: Crimson Incense of the day: Nutmeg Spring is the season of new life, beginnings, and growth. So too, the New Moon is a time of renewal and rebirth; it represents the Maiden goddess. This is an auspicious time to start projects, till gardens, and otherwise begin things that will take a while to reach fruition. The Moonflower (Ipomoea alba) vine grows up to fifteen feet high. Its fragrant white flowers bloom at night, attracting moths. This plant manifests ...
Color of the day: Black Incense of the day: Pine The wheel is turning and spring is imminent, though it is hard to feel that way after a long, hard winter. To feel the connection to the birthing of spring, dress in fresh, pastel colors. Light candles of yellow, sky blue, and lavender. Light orange-scented incense and settle into a meditative state. Close your eyes and feel your deep connection to Mother Earth. Find yourself in a fresh meadow full of white and yellow flowers. The Sun is shining ...
Color of the day: Rose Incense of the day: Cypress Today is the Vernal Equinox, the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and the New Year in many ancient traditions. It is the time of new growth and new beginnings. Eggs are one symbol of this festival since they represent new life. To celebrate, decorate an altar or small table with a green cloth and place on it spring flowers, Pussy Willows in vases, or sprouting bulbs in pots. Place a bowl of hard-boiled eggs in the center. Cast a ...
