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| In my tradition, each holiday is celebrated over three days, with the first day being preparation, the middle day being ritual, and the last day being clean-up. This being the day before Halloween, it is traditional to cook, set up the altar, and decorate. Decoration can be so much more than just making things look nice. The outfit/costume chosen, any extra tools on the altar, and even the face on the jack o' lantern can be used to project intent.
Among the many customs associated with Samhain/Halloween, there's a tradition of making a wish for the New Year. This wish can be projected and enhanced by aligning your clothing and decoration choices for the holiday with your wish. For example, if your wish is to fall in love, dress up as a love deity and tone down the scarier decorations. Decorate to promote the transformation you desire. |
