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With the Sun in Virgo, the sign of the healer, and with Mercury, its ruling planet, also in Virgo, this is a great time for spells related to healing and well-being. Here is one of my favorite healing bath salt recipes. In a bowl, mix: 1½ cups Epsom salt 1½ cups coarse sea salt Then add these oils: 2 drops lemon essential oil 3 drops rosemary essential oil 3 drops peppermint essential oil 6 drops lavender essential oil 6 drops eucalyptus essential oil Stir the mixture ...
For crofters in Scotland, soil repair is a point of cultural pride. From peat roofs to cow patty logs, the farmer feeds the earth near as much as the animals in the northern climates. Over the centuries, this idea of feeding the soil has evolved into many recipes for fairy bread. Left out in late summer to entice the fairies to return next spring, this sweet promise offers the earth spirits the seeds and bulbs within. Fairy bread is fun to make and easy to pack into fun shapes for gifting. You ...
When it comes to baking, many recipes call for various flavor extracts. Some popular ones are vanilla, mint, and lemon. Like essential oils, extracts contain the magical properties of the plants they’re derived from. If you enjoy baking, consider the magical properties of the different extracts in your pantry. As you add them to your treats, be sure to acknowledge the energy being stirred in that will spread to all who eat them. Mint: Attracts prosperity and health and wards off evil ...
From the largest city to the smallest village, farmers’ markets are everywhere. Take this opportunity to partake in the goodness of the earth. Invite friends and family over to prepare a salsa or a chutney using fresh ingredients from the market. Both salsa and chutney are considered a garnish, and both can be smooth or very chunky. Salsa is Mexican and has a tomato base, even when prepared with fruit. Chutney is from India and tends to be sweeter and not hot. Under the umbrella of ...
