As the wheel of the year turns once again, we arrive at one of the most sacred times in the old ways—Samhain (pronounced Sow-in). For centuries, this day has marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of the dark half of the year. It’s a time of death, rebirth, and deep spiritual connection—a moment…
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The Luna Moth: A Silent Whisper from the Moonlit Realms
The Luna Moth, a symbol of spiritual significance, captivates with its ethereal beauty and brief lifespan. Found primarily in North America, it embodies transformation, intuition, and the connection to the spirit world. Its presence invites individuals to explore their spiritual journeys, acknowledge change, and embrace the insights hidden in silence and darkness.
Why the Hamsa? A Personal Heritage Story from Mrs. B
Mrs. B shares her deep connection to the Hamsa, a symbol of protection and good fortune due to its roots in her Lebanese heritage. She explores the significance of the Hamsa and the evil eye, illustrating how these symbols foster a sense of identity and community. Through personal experiences and cultural practices, she honors her ancestors’ legacy.
🌿 Honoring Cernunnos: Lord of the Wild Things 🌿
Cernunnos, the “Lord of the Wild Things,” is an enigmatic deity symbolizing nature, fertility, and the cycles of life and death in Celtic mythology. Depicted often with stag antlers surrounded by wildlife, he represents balance and interconnectedness within ecosystems. Cernunnos invites deep spiritual connections with nature through honoring, rituals, and mindful introspection.
🧶✨ Wodin’s Day Wisdom: A Deep Dive Into Knot Magic ✨🧶
Knot Magic is an ancient practice rooted in various cultures, emphasizing the significance of tying knots to bind intentions and manifest desires. It serves as a connection between the conscious and unconscious, offering protection, healing, and empowerment. Modern interpretations continue this tradition through personal rituals, fostering community and spiritual growth.
✨Blessings Beyond Belief: A Message for the Spiritually Unconventional✨
Let’s talk about blessings. Not just the kind you hear about in churches or read about in sacred texts, but the kind that whisper through intuition, that come in waves of warmth, and show up in crystal shops when you least expect it. These are the blessings that invite us to pause and reflect on our…
Dragonfly Visit on Father’s Day Eve: A Message from the Ancestors
Today, on the eve of Father’s Day, I had a sacred encounter. A Common Whitetail Dragonfly (Plathemis lydia) came to visit me — an adult male, with his snow-white tail and checkered, smoky wings. His presence was so deliberate, so still, so otherworldly, that I knew it wasn’t just a passing moment in nature. It was a message,…
🔮 Rune of the Day: Othala ᛟ
Legacy • Inheritance • Ancestral Wisdom Blessings, friends.I want to first thank you for your patience—this post is coming to you a day later than usual due to us being without power and internet most of yesterday. As frustrating as that was, I’ve come to learn that sometimes Spirit delays us for a reason. And…
Exploring Ancestry and Magic: The Intersection of Wodin and The Morrígan
Wodin’s Day—often recognized as a day to honor Odin, the Norse Allfather and seeker of wisdom—isn’t just about looking outward to ancient gods for guidance. It’s also about looking inward. It’s a sacred pause in the week to honor our own pursuit of wisdom, the roots that ground us, and the magic that pulses through our bloodlines….
Listening to the Spirits: How My Ancestors Called Me Home
There was a time when I thought I was just “imagining things”—a flicker in the corner of my eye, a voice that seemed to speak without a mouth, a whisper of warmth when no one else was in the room. As someone who’s always felt deeply connected to the unseen, I’ve known since I was…
