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The solar energy of Sunday always makes me want to seize the day and make the most of it, even if that means relaxing and taking it easy. Even easygoing days can include simple magic. Today is a good day to visit your magical home apothecary and remember to use a little rosemary, as it is associated energetically with the Sun. Rosemary is considered the herb of remembrance, and its energies are said to be excellent for workings to spark the memory. Some lore also claims that rosemary tea can ...
The warm and pleasant weather often found in May makes it a great month for stargazing. For this spell, wait until the sun goes down and then venture outside to do some stargazing. Instead of the usual glance, really look at the sky, taking in everything above you. Once you’ve taken a thorough look at the heavens, settle in and pick a favorite star for that evening. You don’t have to know what star it is; the star should just resonate with you. As you look up at your star, feel its ...
With the Sun in communicative Gemini and the Moon exalted in nurturing Cancer today, this is an ideal time to communicate with your inner child. Write a letter to your childhood self with words of encouragement and love for a very difficult time in your childhood. Don’t hold back. Compliment them. Tell them what you wish someone had told you but never did. Fold the paper up and hold it to your chest. Focus on all the love, strength, and comfort as an energetic force running through your ...
In many areas, May is when flowers bloom and their sweet scents perfume the air. Even if flowers aren’t in bloom near you, you can still celebrate your inner unfolding with this soul affirming spell. It requires fresh flowers. Anything from the fanciest rose to a common dandelion will do, but organic flowers are best. You will need a spray bottle, some natural or purified water, sunshine, and fresh flowers in a vase. Fill the spray bottle with water, then place it in the sunshine to ...
