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Few experiences are harder than losing a pet. Cats, dogs, and all the other animals we cohabitate with are most certainly family! This jar spell serves as a way to reconnect with a pet that has passed away. For this spell you will need a clean wide-mouth jar (like a Mason or jelly jar), a picture of your pet, and things that remind you of your pet. Slip the photo into the jar so you can easily and clearly see the image of your pet. Behind the image place mementos of your pet. This might ...
Tonight is the beginning of Purim, a holiday in the Jewish faith honoring Esther, who was a young Hebrew woman living in Persia. She became queen yet still risked her life in order to thwart a planned genocide of her people. You can read the whole story in the Book of Esther, which has inspired many modern retellings. It was one of my favorite stories growing up and a good reminder to be true to ourselves and our community despite whatever dangers we may face. Make an incense blend inspired by ...
The energy of Wood Dragon is upon us in 2024. This is a complex dragon that embodies honor and nobility and symbolizes success and power. Wood Dragon is green and is symbolic of spring. Today, if you have a censer, place a piece of sandalwood incense inside of it on white-hot charcoal. Swing this counterclockwise in your living room. As an alternative, wave a few lit sticks of sandalwood incense in the room in the same manner, using a safe incense holder to avoid fire. As you move ...
Each culture views the Divine in their own way. Some revere one deity, while others revere many. Some religions are small and personal, while others are large and communal. It is important that people respect each other’s beliefs and work on getting along. Take some time today to manifest the spirit of coexistence. On your altar, place a symbol of your religion in one quarter. Choose three other religions and place symbols of them in the other three quarters. Study a little about them, ...
