Tonight the New Moon of January forms a frosty crescent on an ebony sky spangled with starlight. The shadows of the night lie deep, and snow crunches underfoot. Tonight is a perfect time to tap into... Read more

We are deep in January, icicles hang from the eaves and my wood stove crackles as the flames dance. This would be a perfect day to "hibernate" and retreat for an hour-or a day. In winter, our homes... Read more

Color of the day: Purple
Incense of the day: Clove

Is there a chill between you and a friend? Are things in your life frozen and you long for a thaw? A winter day in the waning Moon is the time to... Read more

The Earth may begin to stir with new life at this time of year, but some of the biggest snows still occur in February. And since kids are delighted by snow, take advantage of a snowy day to combine... Read more

Snow is nature's purifier. The next time it snows, use this spell to rid your home of negativity. Ideally, perform this ritual at night during a waning Moon. Turn off all your lights and walk... Read more

December is the twelfth month of the year, its name derived from the Latin decem, meaning "ten," as it was the tenth month of the Roman calendar. Its astrological sign is Sagittarius, the Archer... Read more

This is the season of snowstorms, of blustery winds and blizzards and arctic chill. Many of us need to come to terms with the cold and deathly silence of this season. To do so, take a walk in the... Read more

Walking is wonderful exercise that provides gentle muscle toning and builds cardio function. Buddhist monks incorporate walking in some meditation, using the rhythm of their footfalls as a tool for... Read more

Color of the day: Rose
Incense of the day: Ginger

This spell honors Hulda, an old Germanic goddess of marriage and fertility. When it is snowing, it is said Hulda is shaking the sheets. To further... Read more

Color of the day: White
Incense of the day: Myrrh

When I was young, I never felt satisfied just making a snowman. I made snow men, women, children, gods, goddesses, and fantastic beasts of all... Read more