Added by ARIADNE on March 24, 2009 at 4:20pm —
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Mardi Gras - Laissez les bons temps rouler ! Mardi Gras is a cultural institution in Lousianna, and being such it has its fair share of traditions. One of these traditions of the season is King Cake which is thought to have been brought to New Orleans from France circa 1870. So what if you can't make it to the Vieux Carre (otherwise known as the "French Quarter of New Orleans) to participate in Mardi Gras 2000 on March 6th. you can make a King Cake of your own.
This delicious "cake" is a cross…
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Added by ARIADNE on February 24, 2009 at 10:23pm —
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Added by ARIADNE on December 28, 2008 at 5:30pm —
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January
Wolf Moon - The moon in deepest of Winter. In earlier times a time when the wolf came close to the villages to seek food.
Celtic - Alder - Masculine Moon of Completeness Exorcism; Prosperity; Banishing; Healing
Ritual - January is the time to conserve energy by working on personal problems that involve no one else. It is also a time for protection rites and reversing spells. During this month the energy flow is sluggish and below the surface.
February
Storm Moon - The storms come in sil…
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Added by ARIADNE on November 30, 2008 at 7:43pm —
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Step1
Wait until night has fallen and the moon is visible. Go outside where you won't be disturbed. If it's difficult to find such a place near your home, an open window where the moon is visible will work.
Step2
Bask in the moonlight, concentrating on the energy of the moon and the goddess. Let her fill your spirit as you reach out to her. If the moon is full, visualize the goddess in her guise as Mother. If the moon is new, visualize her in her Maiden aspect. If the moon is dark, visualize her…
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Added by ARIADNE on November 30, 2008 at 7:00pm —
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Today my girlfriend, Karen and I have been celebrating our 14 year anniversary together. We are so happy and I just had to say something!
We appreciate all the friends we've made and wish you all a happy Yule.
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Added by ARIADNE on November 28, 2008 at 9:07pm —
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For thousands of years, people have used aromatherapy as an aid to physical and emotional well-being. We can trace it's use back at least as far as the ancient Egyptians, who recognized the therapeutic powers of essential oils, and there is also a long tradition of aromatherapy in the Far East, particularly in China. The oils, which are volatile compounds that occur naturally in plants, are important to the plant because they contribute to its charisteristic scent (thus helping to attract pollin…
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Added by ARIADNE on November 24, 2008 at 11:11am —
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It is extremely important that magick spells and rituals be performed during the proper lunar phase of the moon.
A Waxing Moon (the time from the new moon through the first quarter to the full moon) is the proper time to perform positive magick and spells that increase love, sexual desire, good luck and wealth.
A Full Moon increases extrasensory perception and is the proper time to perform lunar Goddess invocations, fertility rituals, and spells that increase psychic abilities and prophetic dr…
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Added by ARIADNE on November 17, 2008 at 7:04pm —
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MONDAY (ruled by the Moon) is the proper day of the week to perform spells and rituals involving agriculture, animals, female fertility, messages, reconciliation, theft, and voyages. COLORS: silver, white, gray. INCENSE: african violet, honeysuckle, myrtle, willow, wormwood.
TUESDAY (ruled by Mars) is the proper day of the week to perform spells and rituals involving courage, physical strength, revenge, military honors, surgery and the breaking of negative spells. COLORS: red, orange. INCENSE:…
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Added by ARIADNE on November 17, 2008 at 6:30pm —
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SAMHAIN CANDLE OF FIRE SO BRIGHT
CONSECRATE THIS CIRCLE OF LIGHT.
HEARKEN WELL YE ELEMENTS
AIR, FIRE, WATER, EARTH
BY BELL AND BLADE I SUMMON THEE
ON THIS SACRED NIGHT OF MIRTH.
THREE CANDLES OF SACRED WHITE
I DO LIGHT IN HONOR OF THEE, O GODDESS.
ONE FOR THE MAIDEN
ONE FOR THE MOTHER
ONE FOR THE CRONE.
O GODDESS OF ALL THINGS WILD AND FREE,
STRONG AND LOVING, FAIR AND JUST,
THIS SACRED TEMPLE I RAISE TO THEE
IN PERFECT LOVE, IN PERFECT TRUST.
I OFFER TO THEE, O GODDESS
THIS NECTAR OF THE SE…
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Added by ARIADNE on November 13, 2008 at 11:01pm —
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Just wanted to wish you all an abundance of love and light this samhain. Do be safe and protect your children on this night. Remember, we Wiccans give thanks to the Mighty Ones for the richness and goodness of life. As there must be rain with the sun to make all things good, so must we suffer pain with our joy. To know all things our love is ever with the Gods. We know not their thoughts, yet we do know their hearts--that all is for our good. Blessed Be
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Added by ARIADNE on October 31, 2008 at 12:30pm —
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The Roman Goddess of the hunt, Diana is the counterpart of the Greek goddess Artemis. Diana is a moon goddess associated with wild animals, woodlands and chastity. Diana is praised for her strength, beauty, hunting skills, and athletic grace.
Just wanted to offer a tid bit.
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Added by ARIADNE on October 15, 2008 at 6:21pm —
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Many changes are passing through my life at this time of season; but one dilemna in particular that I find myself dealing with is very difficult. As it is of a very personal nature, I will not disclose it here. I am only asking for some positive energy to get me through what basically, I know I have to do. Much love and light to all of you here on this site. Forgive me if I do not comment everyday as I am sitting back at a distance, mustering all the strength I have to remain in tune with the na…
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Added by ARIADNE on October 12, 2008 at 2:25pm —
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A Beginner's Guide To The 8 Sabbats
Author: Silver Wolf
Posted: October 28th. 2007
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There are 8 Wiccan Sabbats in a year. Each has its own meanings and associations. These Sabbats are put into two categories: The Minor Sabbats and the Major Sabbats. They are spaced about 45 days apart from each other.
The Minor Sabbats consist of four Sabbats. There are two Equinoxes, March 21st (Spring Equinox – Ostara) and September 21st (Autumn Equinox – Mabon), when day and night are ea…
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Added by ARIADNE on October 8, 2008 at 11:54pm —
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