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Color of the day: Purple Incense of the day: Eucalyptus Wonderful things can be found in this holiday season that can be used in unusual ways. The clear glass Christmas tree ornaments are excellent for making Witch balls. Take the hanger cap off and fill the ornament with needles, pins, colored tacks, fingernail clippings, a lock of your hair, and bright beads. Replace the cap, using super glue to ensure that all of bits and pieces are locked inside. Now bury the ball near your front door, ...
Color of the day: White Incense of the day: Rose Along with festivities, the holiday season also brings extra hazards as we fill our homes with Yule trees, lights, and even more candles than usual. Mistletoe is a historical protection from fire. Charge a sprig of mistletoe for added protection to your home, and then hang it from a central point in the house. You could also hang it in the room with the most added fire hazards. Then go check the batteries in your smoke detector and make sure ...
Color of the day: Orange Incense of the day: Lavender The holidays sometimes mean family conflict. We do not always get along as we should with our family, and this ritual is all about working to overcome some of these conflicts. On white paper, write in black letters the emotions that you feel may surface as you come in contact with some of your family members. Maybe even go so far as to write down specific issues that exist between yourself and these family members. Gather together a ...
Color of the day: Silver Incense of the day: Basil You've already gotten your house ready for winter. The windows are insulated, drafts blocked, appropriate fuel laid in, and so forth. But you hear that cold, cold wind gnawing at the eaves, and you still shiver. So what can you do, magically, to make the house feel warmer? You'll need a red candle, preferably scented with cinnamon. Light the candle and focus on its flame. Imagine a bubble of red light surrounding your home, and say: Let the ...
