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Mabon or the Autumnal Equinox, falls on or around September 19-22. It marks the time of year when day and night are equal, as they are on the Spring Equinox, Ostara. The difference between the two is that on Mabon, the night will overpower the day, and the Sun will weaken until Yule, the Winter Solstice. Mabon is the second of the three harvest festivals, to include Lammas (Lughnasadh), Mabon, and Samhain. It is the harvest of fruits and vegetables, and metaphorically the harvest of the years trials, tribulations, and hard work. We mourn the weakening of the Sun God, and rejoice in the Goddess' bounty that she has given birth to. Our altars are decorated in the Autumn colors of golds, coppers, reds, and oranges, accented with gourds, oak leaves, acorns, and pumpkins. We cast spells for prosperity, abundance, new beginnings, drawing balance, and strength and protection. Mabon is a time of dramatic change, one from the vibrancy and newness of the Summer, to the impending darkness and...

Aries (March 21st - April 19th) The month of August will bring an end to imbalance and the lack of harmony that you may be currently experiencing. Find pride in your achievements - what others think of you is not your business. In matters concerning Love and Relationships, current relationships will pick up - passion and commitment with strengthen. If you are single, a new relationship may reveal itself towards the end of the month. In matters concerning Career and Finance, you may find yourself reconsidering a current project or career opportunity, follow your instinct and salvage what you can. Carry an  Air Magick Conjure Bag  to heighten intellect, to aid concentration, to promote change, and to increase personal drive.   Taurus (April 20th - May 20th) August will usher new opportunity, a successful apprenticeship, and success in the completion of current goals. Embrace the learning of a new skill. In matters concerning Love and Relationships, creating clear cut bounda...

ARIES (March 21st - April 19th) June will be a period of ‘awakening’- your ambition and drive will guide you to the success you seek. Embrace your flaws and trust in yourself. In matters concerning Love and Relationships, creativity is needed to strengthen current love affairs. If you are single, you may expect a new opportunity in love towards the end of the month. In matters concerning Career and Finance, a period of major change is ahead - introspection will be needed for you achieve the future you desire. Burn a Success Candle to attract all-around victory and success in all of your endeavors. TAURUS (April 20th - May 20th) The month of June will open doors that will lead you towards the mastery your trade or career - continue to nurture your self-esteem and confidence – success is ahead. In matters concerning Love and Relationships, it is time to take a step back in regards to matters of the heart. In order for you to heal from the past, you may need some time of solitude. Org...

Aries (March 21st - April 19th) The month of April will bring accomplishment - additional effort and dedication will be required. You will need to strive for both peace and balance. In regards to Love and Relationships, communication will play an important role – being clear in your goals and desires will lead you to a deeper sense of closeness. If you are single, you may meet a new lover through a work-related event towards the end of the month. In regards to Career and Finance, avoid slacking off - focus and hard work will be required for you to gain victory in the weeks ahead. Burn a Success Candle to bring success and victory in all of your endeavors. Taurus (April 20th - May 20th) The month of May will be a period of repair, both physically and spiritually. In regards to Love and Relationships, you may find yourself letting go of unobtainable realities, keep in mind that by diminishing those ties will create space for new love to grow. In regards to Career and Finance, yo...

On May 1st or the eve of May, we as witches celebrate the marriage or union of the God and Goddess. The weather is warm and we begin to spend more time with our local community. We cast spells for spiritual growth, belonging, and blessings for all who seek the Old Ways and all who respect the Witches path. Beltane marks the summer half of the Witches Yearly Calendar; it is a time when many strive to improve their love lives. This holiday marks a very sacred and magickal time of the year when witches twist and bend beautiful colored ribbons around a maypole, an ancient pagan symbol. The maypole itself symbolizes the masculine energy entering the feminine. Beltane has long been celebrated with feasts and rituals. The word Beltane means fire of Bel, Bel being an ancient Celtic God of the Sun. As the beginning of summer, the world is blooming with color and exotic energy. In old Celtic traditions, it is a time when many strive to get hand-fasted (Wiccan Wedding Ceremony) and declar...

Aries (March 21st - April 19th) During the month of March, both hardship and obstacles will be diminished – let go of any feelings of inadequacy and insecurity. In matters concerning Love and Relationships, important decisions will be made, these decisions will later play a heavy role in both your future goals and priorities. In matters concerning Career and Finance, creative talents are demanding to be expressed, let go of the fear of commitment and the doors of success will open. Burn a Protection Candle to ward away any and all negative forces and vibrations. Taurus (April 20th - May 20th) In the month of March a great courage will rise from within your spirit - this courage will aid you in conquering both current and future obstacles. In matters concerning Love and Relationships, a new direction shall reveal itself, both destiny and change will begin to reveal themselves, new love may be afoot. In matters concerning Career and Finance, reward from past effort will present i...

one cup powdered goats milk one cup raw sea salt one teaspoon cinnamon bark one teaspoon heather one teaspoon strawberry leaf three drops lemon essential oil nine drops rose otto thirteen drops myrrh absolute Combine the dry ingredients of this recipe in a non-metallic bowl and mix thoroughly. Add the drops of essential oils last. Three-six tablespoons of this formula may be added to a warm bathtub during rites dedicated to the Goddess Brigid - as well as during spiritual workings focused on attracting new love, purifying the spirit and during any rituals associated with the Imbolg Festivity. www.firewolfsmagic.com