WITCH IN THE CITY

YULE - WINTER SOLSTICE - DECEMBER 19-22  On this sacred day, we gather to draw in the power of the Witches Winter Holiday Yule. Yule is the longest night and shortest day of the year as well as the beginning of the waxing part of the year. Even though it is in the heart of winter, the days still begin to grow longer. It gives us the hope and thoughts of spring with the knowledge of the sun's rebirth.  This is a time that Witches recognize the battle between the Holly King and the Oak King.  The Holly King reaches his time to go to the underworld to allow the Oak King to be reborn and grow to become ready to fertilize the land in spring. In days of old, families would gather for feasts and celebrations to call back the sun. Families spent much of the cold months together to share food and the warmth of the fire. Yule logs were burned as a symbol of calling back the sun. Wreaths were made to hang on doors as a symbol of the wheel of the year and the cycles of life....

Aries (March 21st - April 19th) In regards to Love and Relationships - the month of March will bring resolution to present turmoil and clear pathways towards love and understanding. Avoid over-analyzing your present situation and enjoy yourself. In matters concerning Job and Career - new opportunities will be presented and current projects will be successfully finished. Focus and determination is the key to your success. Burn a Money Drawing Candle to attract wealth, riches and prosperity. Taurus (April 20th - May 20th) The month of March will open the doors towards love and new relationships. You will spend most of the month with family and friends - preparing your vibrations for the warmer weather ahead. In matters concerning Job and Career - the month of March will bring success and new partnerships. Burn a Victory Candle to attract success and victory in all of your endeavors. Gemini   (May 21st - June 21st) In matters concerning Love and Relationships - the mont...

Happy New Year! Aries (March 21st - April 19th) The month of January will bring release from negativity and personal doubt. In matters concerning Love and Relationships, positive change is ahead - past problems and pains will come to resolution and healing. In matters concerning Job and Career - success is afoot - you will bring resolution and expansion in all of your financial endeavors.   You may expect a raise of promotion towards the end of the month.   Burn a Protection Candle to keep away all negative energies Taurus (April 20th - May 20th) The month of January will bring release from old habits and personal fears. In matters concerning Love and Relationships - present relationships will grow deeper. If you are single, new love will be found towards the end of the month. In matters concerning Job and Career - avoid mundane dramas and quarrels. The month of January will bring a stronger sense of determination and new creative opportunities. Focus will lead ...

Aries (March 21st - April 19th) The month of December will bring moments of pure joy and positive energy. In matters concerning Love and Relationships - present love will grow – new truths will be revealed.  If you are single - expect a new relationship opportunity towards the end of the month.  Compromise and encouragement will strengthen your present relationships – both personal and plutonic.  In matters concerning Job and Career – new ventures and partnerships will be presented.  Burn a Balance & Tranquility Candle to promote peace, balance and positive energies. Taurus (April 20th - May 20th) The month of December will bring new understandings in every aspect of your life. In matters concerning Love and Relationship – a new change will lead you towards happiness. Listening to your heart will bring you towards your desired relationship goals. You will spend most of December enjoying holiday festivities with family and friends – be sure to find time ...

Aries (March 21st - April 19th) The month of November will bring tranquility and balance in most areas of your life.   All that you desire will soon manifest. In regards to Love and Relationships – the month of November will bring strength and deeper connections. In matters concerning Job and Career – you will be taking the first steps out of present stagnancy.   Burn a Money Drawing Candle to attract wealth, riches, and success. Taurus (April 20th - May 20th) The month of November will bring a deeper understanding in matters concerning Love and Relationships. Avoid personal judgments and focus on your personal goals and desires. In matters concerning Job and Career – new roads will open, it is time to readjust your personal work ethic and embrace your talents and strengths. Carry Black Tourmaline to keep away negative or otherwise unwanted energies. Gemini   (May 21st - June 21st) The month of November may bring some stress and confusion in regards to Lo...

The Yuletide occasion fills the mind with thoughts of joy, family and peace. The following list of herbal ingredients are attributed with the Yuletide season and are believed to attract love, healing, prosperity, good fortune and positive energy.  Enjoy. Apple: To attract new love and to heighten passion, place the following ingredients into a pink or red cloth bag - one teaspoon dried Apple Peel, one teaspoon rose petals, a large garnet and nine drops of juniper essential oil.   Carry this bag with you or present it as a Yuletide Gift. Balsam Fir:  Place the following ingredients into a clear two ounce glass bottle - one ounce of hazelnut oil, ½ ounce of sunflower oil, one milliliter of Balsam Fir absolute, one small oak stick, and three dried holly berries. This magickal blend can be worn as a perfume or anointed onto candles and tools - to heighten inner strength, to invoke the masculine forces of nature and to bring about good fortune and luck. C...

During these busy and sometimes hectic months, it is good to find time for a moment for rest and harmony. The following spell is a simple way to attract well-needed tranquility during the holiday season. For this spell you will need the following ingredients, balsam fir essential oil charcoal briquette fireproof dish or bowl glass bowl one light green  one teaspoon frankincense one teaspoon myrrh three teaspoons fir leaves It is recommended to conduct this spell on a Monday during the waxing or full moon. Balsam Fir Essential Oil can be purchased at your local organic supermarket or metaphysical store. Gather the ingredients of this spell in a quiet place where you will be undisturbed. Place the candle in the center of your magickal altar or working space. In the glass bowl blend together the dry herbal ingredients. Add nine drops of the balsam fir oil to this blend and mix thoroughly. Anoint the candle with a few drops of the balsam fir oil. As you anoi...