This sweet and slightly spicy cup of coffee is filled with not only the flavors of the unfolding season but also the magical energy of love. You will need: A coffee cup 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup 1.5 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup freshly brewed coffee Milk or creamer, to taste (optional) Spoon the maple syrup into an empty coffee cup and stir in the cinnamon. Pour in the hot coffee and stir to mix. Pick up the coffee cup, and as you smell the aroma, say: Potion of power, energy, and love, ...
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 ...
Wind chimes are a symbol of magic, often used to ward off evil spirits. The earliest wind chimes from ancient Rome had bells attached to them to create the sound, and in Eastern societies bells were also used, hung in corners of the house to guard against evil. However, in Asia, wind chimes are believed to be good luck and they are used in feng shui with the belief that they maximise the flow of chi. Nowadays they are made of glass, bamboo, shells, stone, wood, metal tubes, or porcelain, and ...
Nature offers many protective materials to all plants and animals. A broken eggshell found in a bird’s nest once protected new life. Rough bark guards the soft heartwood in a tree’s center. Shells, seed pods, and nut casings are all forms of protection for plants and animals, shielding them while they develop, grow, and live. They make perfect ingredients for protection spells. Take a walk in your area and collect some of these items. Combine them all in a mortar and pestle, ...