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2019-02-08T11:02:46-04:00

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Winter’s Lessons of Silence: Putting the “Be” Back in Imbolc

Last updated on: February 8, 2019 at 11:02 am By Heron Michelle

As I glide down the post-Imbolc ebb, I find being-ness. Winter teaches me to shut-up and listen, observe, be present in the NOW. I am tasked to Be Silent. Silent like that "B" we don't pronounce in Imbolc. (im'molk) Read more

Descent of the Goddess

2019-02-04T14:18:01-04:00

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Are You Prepared to Serve as High Priestess?

Last updated on: February 4, 2019 at 2:18 pm By Heron Michelle

A High Priestess or Priest isn't just in service to The Divine, they also represent our religion to the outer world. They take on the responsible guidance of our people. The Gods are one thing; people are a whole other bag of cats! How do we know they aren't just full of themselves? Read more

2019-01-30T18:52:38-04:00

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A Witch’s Book of Mirrors: Reflections to Build Critical Thinking Skills

Last updated on: January 30, 2019 at 6:52 pm By Heron Michelle

A Book of Mirrors is another word for a Witch’s personal journal, with entries that document their spiritual awakening. To build critical thinking skills, write down your thoughts and experiences as they happen - they become the mirror in which we can see ourselves more clearly. Read more

2019-01-25T13:03:51-04:00

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Imbolc Sabbat Index: Craftings, Cleansings, and Rituals for a Witch’s High Winter

Last updated on: January 25, 2019 at 1:03 pm By Heron Michelle

An Index of articles with Imbolc recipes for anointing oil and incense to use in this home cleansing ritual, craftings of a Brigid's Cross, a solitary self-love spell, and recipes for chocolate cake! All to aid your preparations for the Witch's sabbat of High Winter in February. Read more

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The Sojourner Tradition of Modern Witchcraft

2023-08-27T17:58:39-04:00

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The Blue Moon Debate: An Astrological Blue Moon in April 2019

Last updated on: August 27, 2023 at 5:58 pm By Heron Michelle

According to astrological timing, a Blue Moon occurs this year in Aries, on April 19, 2019, giving us a second chance to energize our Cardinal Spring workings. With the moon in Libra twice, you can conjure a double dose of justice, fueled by the fires of Aries, restoring equilibrium. Read more

2019-01-20T13:36:30-04:00

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The Witchy Physics of a Blood Moon in Lunar Eclipse

Last updated on: January 20, 2019 at 1:36 pm By Heron Michelle

Unless a witch understands the physics of what is actually happening in the solar system during a super blood moon lunar eclipse, they've missed a chance at the juiciest workings. Let's take a stroll through the science department, and then discuss how we can deepen our magickal practice with the moon. Read more

2019-01-13T19:26:56-04:00

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That Time Aphrodite Blew Up Her Altar

Last updated on: January 13, 2019 at 7:26 pm By Heron Michelle

An altar is one's outward representation of their inner spiritual life. Just like my spirit, my altar was neglected, dusty, and dark. The last offerings left there were dried and decaying...we were both in pitiful shape. That's when Aphrodite had to go to drastic measures to get my attention. Read more

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2022-08-30T13:07:56-04:00

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Witch on Fire’s 2018 Review: The Year of Things I Did Not Say

Last updated on: August 30, 2022 at 1:07 pm By Heron Michelle

There were SO many pointy thoughts I had the integrity and self-control NOT to scream into the internet in 2018. So many words, and none of them were what I really wanted to say (which would have been closer to "Screw this abuse; I quit.") Consider the MUTE function, now OFF. Read more

2018-12-31T21:05:25-04:00

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Witchin’ in the Kitchen: Umami Mac (for Vegans craving Mac ‘n’ Cheese)

Last updated on: December 31, 2018 at 9:05 pm By Heron Michelle

Umami Mac, a Vegan "Mac 'n' Cheese" Recipe, for when a bowl of simple, savory pasta is the only cure for what ails you....plus hot sauce. Read more

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2018-12-22T01:09:48-04:00

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Mistletoe Magick for Healing, Fertility and Protection

Last updated on: December 22, 2018 at 1:09 am By Heron Michelle

Let's talk about the folk practices and magickal uses of mistletoe around the Winter Solstice for healing, love and fertility, and protection from harm...including werewolves! What? Read more

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