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2021-08-09T00:25:08-04:00

LOGO Patheos Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! Patheos has the views of the prevalent religions and spiritualities of the world.

Saying Goodbye to a Special Animal Companion

Last updated on: August 9, 2021 at 12:25 am By Laurel Reufner

She was a small rabbit, so there’s a lot of room left in the small box. Actually, there are about half a dozen packing peanuts filling up the bulk of the space. I’m going to make use of that space with mementos. Read more

2021-04-30T20:20:21-04:00

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Easy Seasonal Recipes

Last updated on: April 30, 2021 at 8:20 pm By Laurel Reufner

As we quickly make our way to Beltane and the beginning of Summer, I wanted to share a few easy, peasy recipes that always make me think this season. Read more

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Spring

2021-03-15T23:55:41-04:00

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Simple Ostara Ritual

Last updated on: March 15, 2021 at 11:55 pm By Laurel Reufner

This is a fun way to celebrate with a simple Ostara ritual for both adults and children. Read more

Children

Holidays and Festivals

2021-02-20T14:09:47-05:00

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The Kreinik Snowflake Cross Stitch

Last updated on: February 20, 2021 at 2:09 pm By Laurel Reufner

It's very easy to work your intent into every stitch as you go, making for a really powerful piece when finished. Read more

Snowflake Cross Stitch

2020-12-06T20:38:00-05:00

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Decorating for the Holidays

Last updated on: December 6, 2020 at 8:38 pm By Laurel Reufner

There are numerous reasons to muster up the energy for decorating during the holidays, especially in a year with limited personal contact. Get out at least some of those decorations. Read more

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Holidays and Festivals

why decorate this year

Yule

Yule decorating

2020-10-24T22:43:53-04:00

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Samhain Memory Altar

Last updated on: October 24, 2020 at 10:43 pm By Laurel Reufner

I love building this special altar every October, bringing out photos and mementos of cherished family members who are no longer with us. Here’s how I go about building our Samhain Memory Altar, with some tips on building your own. There’s still plenty of time to create one this year! Read more

2020-10-18T23:52:42-04:00

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Samhain Remembrance Feast

Last updated on: October 18, 2020 at 11:52 pm By Laurel Reufner

Enjoying a feast with memories of your beloved dead can be a comforting, joyous tradition. Read more

Children

Fall

Holidays and Festivals

2020-08-17T20:33:46-04:00

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Life’s Healing Lessons

Last updated on: August 17, 2020 at 8:33 pm By Laurel Reufner

Sometimes our most deeply felt and profound lessons in life are also the hardest learnt. However, once learned, they stick with us for life. Today I’d like to share with you a couple of Life’s Healing Lessons that I had to learn the hard way. To this day, those lessons affect how I send healing energy out to others. Read more

2020-08-17T01:51:45-04:00

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A Simple Candle Healing Spell

Last updated on: August 17, 2020 at 1:51 am By Laurel Reufner

Ever wonder how a witch works in real life? Here's one witch's take on pulling together a simple healing spell using a candle and some essential oils. Read more

2020-07-17T00:17:54-04:00

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Talking with Mother Earth

Last updated on: July 17, 2020 at 12:17 am By Laurel Reufner

That dark expanse was all mine. Parking myself about 8 to 10 feet from the edge of where the waves were landing, I just sat there, staring out at the ocean in all her dark magnificence. If you’ve seen the ocean at night, with no other lights around, then you know it takes on an inky blackness like no other. Just like the depths of space when looking upward, the ocean at night is very much its own color. Read more

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