SGC Admin: It can be tough these day to make our dollar stretch further, honestly between the tax man and the cost of living going up more than the wages coming in, one wonders how some people manage…
That’s why it’s great to have people like Joanne from the Violet Door in Bowmanville helping us out by offering “Customer Appreciation Days” at the beginning of each month … It’s nice to shop somewhere one is appreciated… :)
SGC Admin… Please see the following post (by clicking on the link) from one of our fellow bloggers, Celestial Messages … it’s an interesting look into the astrological event of July 29 2013 the almost complete Grand Sextile… Thanks for posting this Celestial Messages… :)
Many times in discussion of modern Paganism, it’s easy for us to overlook a valuable source of information – the past. Some of our not-so-distant ancestors practised various forms of folk magic, and we can learn a lot from those old remedies, charms, and stories. In fact, in many parts of the world, what is often dismissed as superstition is in fact a perfectly valid system of folklore-based practical magic. Today, let’s look at some of the most popular types of folk magic. We’ll talk about animal legend and folklore, weather magic, simple protection rituals, and more.
Animal Folk Magic
In many modern Pagan traditions, animal symbolism — and even actual animals — are incorporated into magical belief and practice. Let’s look at some of the ways people have welcomed animals into their magical practice throughout the ages, as well as specific animals and their folklore and legends. Read Full Article Search Related Topics: animal magic folklore
Weather Magic and Lore
In many magical traditions, weather magic is a popular focus of workings. The term “weather magic” can be used to mean anything from divination and forecasting to actual control of the weather itself. When you consider that many of today’s folk magic customs are rooted in our agricultural past, it makes sense that an ability to foretell or change weather patterns might be considered a valuable skill. After all, if your family’s livelihood and life depended on the success of your crops, weather magic would be a handy thing to know. Read Full Article Search Related Topics: weather magic folklore
Protection Magic
Some of the most popular folk magic in the world relates to the protection of things (or people) that have value to you. In many magical traditions, workings can be done to ensure protection of home, property, and loved ones. There are a number of simple ways you can do protection workings. Read Full Article Search Related Topics: magical theory folklore
Graveyard Dirt in Magical Workings
Have you seen a ritual or spell calling for the use of graveyard dirt? While it might seem a bit odd, graveyard dirt is used in many magical traditions for a variety of workings. Learn about why you might want to use some, and how to properly obtain it. Read Full Article Search Related Topics: hoodoo graveyard dirt magical theory
Entice your spirit, raise your vibration and make music with others. Join us for a fun evening of drumming, meditation, and music making. Some extra drums are available. Please reserve.
Date: July 26 2013:
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Ezra Annes Bed & Breakfast 239 Wellington St., Whitby
SGC Admin: A lovely lady, who is an author and artist Margaret Hefferman sent me an email recently regarding the following event…
If you are into art, music and fun times, check out the following, Margaret will be there with her art work, books and cards for sale… If you see her, please tell her we say hi… :)
Serenity's Gift Cove (sgc) 