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In January 1673, postal service began between New York and Boston. In honor of this, take a few minutes to write a real letter or card (not an email) to someone you value with whom you haven’t had contact in a long time. Gather these supplies:* Paper or a card* A pen* An envelope* A pretty stamp Bless the supplies in the name(s) of Mercury and/or Iris. In addition to being the Greek goddess of the rainbow, Iris keeps lines of communication open between the worlds. As you write, focus ...
Today is Epiphany. Many Christians believe this was the day the Three Wise Men met the baby Jesus. Today, some Christians, especially in Central Europe, chalk the initials of the Wise Men on their front door to protect their home from evil spirits. This form of protection magic is the basis of this spell, which you can use to protect yourself or your home or banish a bad habit. You’ll need a small chalkboard, white chalk, an eraser, bottled spring water, and a clean rag. First, bless the ...
Inspired by Leland’s Aradia, this spell can be used to bless the home for the coming year. It is appropriate to make this charm to give as a gift, for to receive one in such a manner is said to bring the added blessing of a prosperous and joyful life. You will need:• 3 lengths of ribbon: green, purple, and red• Several pins with colored heads (except for black)• A lemon Braid the ribbons together, saying:Health and power,Prosperity,Love, sex, and creativity. Repeat the ...
For those of us who share our lives and homes with animals, they are often more than merely pets. My cats are friends, family, and love personified (not to mention one familiar). Here is a blessing for your beloved furbabies: Bast and Hecate, Horned God too,Bless the animals of this house.Keep them safe and healthy,Calm and happy,And out of trouble, please,For they are your creatures andthe treasures of my heart.Bless these animals.So mote it be. ...
