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In many climates in the Northern Hemisphere, May is a great month to begin planting or making plans to do so. You don't have to be a master gardener by any means; it's quite easy to grow simple veggies such as tomatoes, leafy greens, carrots, radishes, mushrooms, peppers, and others-even if you're only using planters inside an apartment! Do some research online and begin your sustainable mission. When you get your seeds or starts and have secured a place for them in your home or garden, close ...
Magic is like food. There are many different cultures, tastes, and techniques. Tools and ingredients can be obscure and difficult to find, or they can be everyday kitchen items. Preparation can be elaborate or simple. My household is busy, and mealtime is often time to "perform miracles"- to make a five-minute meal that tastes great and nourishes us. Magically, I rely on simple magic I can perform in a crisis-no lengthy preparations or hard-to-find ingredients. Today, make your own simple ...
The house and home are sacred. At home we can fully be ourselves and let loose. At home we can rejuvenate our bodies and minds. At home we can plan ahead for the future while we take a breath and find our center. To add a little boost of protection and calming energy to your home, gather five stones of the same type. My suggestions include fluorite, agate (especially moss agate), amazonite, jasper, or turquoise. If nothing else, simply use five small quartz crystals. Secure four of the stones ...
Snow is a common occurrence during the winter months and in the mountains. If you live in an area where snow is common, you can utilize that in your spells. If you live in a climate that does not typically have snow, you can create your own by shaving ice in a blender and then pouring that onto a flat surface. For this spell, write out a word or phrase in the snow. Fresh snowfall will accumulate on the word or phrase and obliterate it, or you can wipe your hand through the snow to create the ...
