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THE FEAST OF LIGHTS  Candelora, Candlemas, The Ascension of Kore - February 1  Throughout history the month of February has marked the Earth’s transition from winter to spring. As we begin to feel the strengthening warmth of the sun, the earth begins to bloom, the cold winter is replaced with fresh greenery and delicate blossoms. Both flora and fauna begin to awaken from their winter slumber and are reborn once again.  On February 1st we celebrate the Feast of Lights or the Ascension of Kore. During this time, we Witches honor and celebrate the renewal of the virginity of the Earth and bid farewell to the winter cold. The Festival of Lights is a period of homage for the many blessings the Great Mother Goddess has bestowed upon us.  In our Witches tradition, during the Festival of Lights, we call upon and welcome the Goddess Kore-Persephone. She is the Maiden of Rebirth, the Protectress of Witches and Preserver of the Earthly Cycles. In honor of Kore’s return, small f...

ARIES (March 21st - April 19th) The New Year will herald both prosperity, balance and new opportunity. Stay confident and trust your judgement. In matters concerning Love and Relationships – both excitement and adventure is ahead, avoid being impulsive and taking heavy risks. If you are single, new love may appear in the early springtime. In matters concerning Career and Finance – new opportunity is on the horizon, be wary of debt piling up, and avoid conflicts in regards to money. Carry a Protection Conjure Bag to ward off any and all negative energies and forces.   TAURUS (April 20th - May 20th) The month of January will bring new perspective, progress towards your goals and new roads of success. Don’t allow past setbacks to damage your optimism and ambition. Stay realistic. In matters concerning Love and Relationships – current partnerships will embrace a new sense of love and independence. If you are single, a new love affair may begin in the late springtime. In matters concern...

ARIES (March 21st - April 19th) The month of December will herald both healing and self-improvement – new roads of success and happiness will reveal themselves. In matters concerning Love and Relationships, for current partnerships to succeed, you must learn to compromise - otherwise you should expect delay and obstacles on your path of love. If you are single, a new love may appear towards the end of the month. In matters concerning Career and Finance, be wary of shady business dealings, trust your judgement – avoid ruthless and mischievous behavior. Carry a Success Conjure Bag to attract success and victory in all of your endeavors.   TAURUS (April 20th - May 20th) December will reveal a new path of prosperity and abundance - you may find yourself at the beginning phase of financial success and security. In matters concerning Love and Relationships, minding your words and actions will nurture and empower your current partnership, proper and honest communication will lead you away...

ARIES (March 21st - April 19th) The month of November will usher a period of self-improvement - you will find yourself letting go of fear and seeking new and unfamiliar adventures.   In matters concerning Love & Relationships - life is moving at a hectic pace, slowing down a bit too nurture your current partnerships may prevent future confusion. If you are single, new love may appear towards the end of the year.   In matters concerning Career & Finance, November will be filled with stressful decision-making - trusting your judgement will guide you to strengthening your financial future.   Carry a Good Fortune Conjure Bag to attract all-around good luck and good fortune.   TAURUS (April 20th - May 20th)   The month of November will reveal happy and joyous roads – your efforts and hard work will reap reward. November will be a period of stability in both career and relationships. In matters concerning Love & Relationships, addressing your current insec...

Brumalia - November 24th - December 25th In our Witches’ Tradition, the Winter Solstice festivity is observed as “Brumalia”. It occurs from November 24th until December 25th. In ancient Rome, Brumalia was a month-long vigil celebrated in honor of the Agricultural Deities: Ceres and Saturn. They were presented offerings and libations of: fruits, grains, wine, olive oil, flowers, and honey. Brumalia marked the astronomic winter solstice; the time of dark intermission that concluded on ‘Natalis Solus Invicti’ or the Feast of Sol Invictus. Ancient Brumalia festivities included nighttime feasting, bonfires, dancing, singing and sacred rites of divination and fortune-telling. During the Brumalia holiday we hold candle-lit vigils in our homes and focus our magick towards protection, prosperity, clearing roads, and attracting good fortune. During this time; we as Witches say farewell to the Spirit of the Old Year and     celebrate the rebirth of the Sun God.  We present offerings...

Name : Flame of the Woods, Red Ixora  Botanical Name: Ixora coccinea  Common Names : Burning Love, Chann tanea, Coral, Iron Tree, Jarum-jarum, Jazmín del Diablo, Jungle Flame, Jungle Geranium, Kheme, Pan, Patali, Pendkuli, Ponna, Rangan, Santan, Techi, West Indian Jasmine  Location : Southern Asia, Southern India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka  Element: Water Planet : Venus  Magickal Purpose : Courage, Desire, Lust, Passion, Sexuality, Wisdom FULL MOON PASSION POTION   On the evening of the Full Moon, combine the following ingredients in a large non-metallic mixing bowl, 1 Cup Organic Coconut Oil 1 Teaspoon Raw Sugar  ½ Cup Whole Cloves 2 Cups Flame of the Woods Blossoms    Mix the ingredients together with your fingers, crushing the blossoms and allowing them to mingle with the cloves buds. As you blend the ingredients together you may state out loud a prayer or incantation directed towards empowering the potion as a catalyst of passion and desire...

ARIES (March 21st - April 19th) During the Month of October, new roads will open in matters of Love and Relationships, your romantic life will flourish and grow. Keeping a fine line between relationships and career will lead to a deeper and more satisfying partnership. If you are single, new love may appear in late December. In matters concerning Career and Finance, expect delays, but know they will be resolved in due time. Financial success will begin to manifest towards the end of the month. Wear Success Oil to bring victory, success and triumph in all of your endeavors. TAURUS (April 20th - May 20th) During the month of October, you may experience difficulty in matters of the heart - it may be time to step-up or step-out. Deep knowledge and understanding of what you desire in a relationships will be found. The love you seek is that which lifts you up. If you are single, you may need to change the direction in your search. In matters concerning Career and Finance, success is abound, ...