When the holidays come around I like to remember that mostly our ancestors celebrated when they were able to get together. “Maypoles” were erected and danced around from early May through the Summer Solstice. I also prefer when people take the time, care (and practice when needed) to do the ribbon weaving … Continue reading →
It seems like a long time before we’d need to think about Harvest. Up here in New England we haven’t planted yet- maybe some of the frost hardy seeds, but we don’t put in ones that can’t take the cold until the end of May. Before Harvest, we have to get through … Continue reading →
The guest on CTCW’s Otherworldly this week is Ellen Evert Hopman, Herbalist and Author! There was a request for something on the magick of flowers, and I called Ellen! Her most recent book is a companion for The Sacred Herbs of Samhain, The Sacred Herbs of Spring (many of which are, indeed, … Continue reading →
Sometimes people ask “Do you believe in magick?” and I say “No, I use it.” When we get to the important part- defining what I mean by magick, I point out that everything has an energy field, and those interact. Sentient beings have the ability to mentally sense and direct their energy … Continue reading →
Maybe only some of it, but it’s worth checking. 2/3/21 8PM EST Wednesday’s guest is Morgan Daimler, witch and neopagan, author of Fairies: a Guide to the Celtic Fair Folk, A New Dictionary of Fairies: A 21st Century Exploration of Celtic and Related Western European Fairies, Pagan Portals – Fairy Queens: Meeting … Continue reading →