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Color of the day: Topaz Incense of the day: Marjoram In the heat of the July summer, who wouldn't welcome a bit of rain? This spell is best done in the morning. Spread a silver or grey cloth on the ground, and place a bowl of water in the center. After calling directions, chant: Water of the sacred clouds, Water of the ancient swells, Rain and mist upon us pour, The land will blossom evermore. Place the water on one of your plants, infusing it with healthy blessings. In ancient Roman times ...
Color of the day: Green Incense of the day: Clove Although we're past the Summer Solstice, July is a month of plenty as nature begins to mature. July is the seventh month; seven is the number of completion, so this would be a proper time to count your blessings. Write down seven things in your life for which you're grateful. Think about how you brought these things into your life and how you intend to keep them. Next, write a list of seven goals you still wish to achieve. Don't restrict ...
Color of the day: Yellow Incense of the day: Marigold Many Pagans grew up "saying grace" over meals in a mainstream religion, and later abandoned the habit. Yet the idea of giving thanks for blessings received is profoundly Pagan, for we honor the spirits in all things, including plants and animals. Hunters in traditional Pagan cultures would say a prayer for the animals they killed; gatherers and farmers would address the plants they harvested. It is appropriate to practice thanksgiving in ...
Color of the day: Silver Incense of the day: Narcissus This is the eve of St. John's Day, the Voodoo Midsummer celebration, and a day to perform spells for love, abundance, and protection. An old spell the British cast on this day is to walk around a church, clockwise, seven times at midnight. Sowing hemp seed as you walk, say: Hempseed I sow, Hempseed I sow, Let him that is my true love, Come after me and mow. Look over your left shoulder and you should see an image of your lover. (Best to ...
