Day: November 19, 2011

The Prime Ritual Tool In Dragon Magic – The Sword

The Prime Ritual Tool In Dragon Magic – The Sword

 

The prime ritual tool for dragon magic is a sword. It does not have to be elaborate, expensive sword. Choose one that is not too long or heavy because you will often hold it out before you for long periods of time. For a woman, a sword 18 to 20 inches in length is usually the right size. Some prefer Scottish claymores and other large reproductions, but have enough sense to know that your shoulders would be aching miserably after a few minutes of holding it out in front of you. Besides, long swords are notoriously clumsy and difficult to maneuver with a cast circle. It is quite easy, when totally involved in magic, to sweep everything off the altar with a swinging sword. Men should also chose a lighter, shorter sword for the same reasons. Swords do not need a sharpened edge.

 

The magician could use a painted wooden sword as a substitute for a metal one, although you might find it difficult to adjust your thoughts to the use of such a ritual tool. However a dragon is not impressed by the weight or elaborateness of a sword, just the fact that you have one. The sword is of the element of Fire.

Ritual Tools

Ritual Tools

Every sincere magician is always searching for ways to amplify their magickal
power so that their manifestations will be more accurate and consistent. An
excellent method for increasing the flow of energy in your cast circle is to use
the elemental type power of Dragons. There are certain ritual tools that you
will find useful for practicing Dragon Magick and if you are already practicing
Magick then you will have some of them already. If you are just beginning to
work in magick then acquire your tools slowly and with care. It is important to
remember that your tools do not have to be elaborate or expensive to work nor do
they have to be expensive. If your budget does
not allow you to purchase anything at the moment don’t put off beginning your
practice of Dragon Magick.

Altar

Any table chest or microwave cart will do as long as it is comfortable to sit or
stand during ritual

 

Candles
If can’t use candles substitute an electric candle or small light

 

Incense Burner
Can use incense sticks or cones choosing scents to match ritual. If no incense
is available, use pleasant smelling aftershave or cologne

 

Dagger
Can be a paring knife, letter opener as long as tip is sharp and double edged.
Element of Fire.

Sword
Doesn’t have to be elaborate or expensive. Choose one that is not too long or
heavy. Element of Fire

 

Wand
Can be easily made out of a piece of dowel, no longer than length of forearm
plus your fingers. Glue or attach a crystal or small crystal ball to directing
end. In Dragon Magick wand is used to consecrate wine, water, and salt. Element
of Air

 

Staff
Can be piece of dowel or natural wood about shoulder-high. Attach crystal at top
end if you would like. If using smooth dowel you can purchase four lengths of
cording the length of staff. Cording should be in colors of the elements (red,
yellow, blue, and dark green or black ), tack or glue length of cording down
each side of staff to correspond with elemental directions, attach tassels of
the same colors at the top end of each piece of cording. You can further
decorate staff with small bells or whatever seems appropriate to you. The staff
serves as a connecting link between Magician and astral plane and becomes the
Dragon bridge, it is symbol of magickal authority, your right to call upon and
work with dragons. Also symbolic of center of circle or Element of Spirit.

 

Chalices
One for water and one for wine. One for water can be of any material, one for
wine advisable that it be lined with a good coating of silver if it is pewter,
brass, bronze, or copper .Wine and other acidic beverages create dangerous
reactions with certain metals. If you cannot drink wine then you can substitute
apple cider, grape juice, fruit juice, or even soda. Water chalice is Element of
Water. Wine chalice is Element of Earth, sometimes Fire when used for “blood”.

 

Salt Container
Small jar with lid is best because you will be keeping your ritual salt separate
from kitchen salt after consecration. Element of Earth.

 

Dragon Bowl
Whenever you are on a outing and feel within the area a power that draws you,
take an extremely small amount of dirt or sand back for your Dragon Bowl. This
Dragon Bowl and its contents will be used to empower objects in magickal ritual.
The Bowl and its contents naturally are Element of Earth

 

Gem Bowl
Clear glass bowl for stones and gems that you collect or buy. Expensive,
polished gems are not necessarily any better than those found in the rough in
Nature or the tumbled ones found in rock shops. This Gem Bowl does not need a
lid because stones radiate power at all times without any loss. Element of Earth

 

Water Bottles
If you plan to work with water or sea dragons, you need to purchase a number of
small bottles with lids that can be securely fastened. Again you will be
collecting small amounts of water from various sites where you feel the
radiation of dragon power, or strong elemental energies. Even rainwater as
power. Carefully label each bottle so you can remember where you got it. Element
of Water

 

Pentacle Disk
Necessary for consecrations and other ritual work, usually a metal or wooden
disk with a pentagram painted or etched on it. However, there is no reason that
the Pentacle cannot be made out of Cardboard. It is of the elements of both
Spirit and Earth and helps to control and balance all other of the Elements.
When used as an element of Earth, it grounds Spirit in the Ritual.

 

Dragon Pentacle
Used as either a picture or disk, presented during specific rituals as a means
of establishing your authority to call the Dragons and is of the Element of
Spirit

 

Mirror
Any shape, a plain wooden or plastic frame around a mirror makes it easier to
write on your magickal statement. Around all edges in DragonScript should be
written: “By the power of the eye of the Dragon, I capture and harmonize all
airborne thoughts. “Element of Earth and Spirit

About Basic Dragon Rituals

About Basic Dragon Rituals

 

 

Before beginning rituals, it is suggested that you set aside time for work with changing, music and dance, as well as meditation. Consider these activities the training exercises an athlete goes through before actually participating in the main event.

While practicing rituals, the magician can begin to collect the ritual tools she/he needs to begin performing dragon magic. Do not fall into the trap of equating expensive with better. Once you have established communication with the dragons, they will lead you to many of the tools; dragons seem to be very conscious of a good buys.

Although ritual magic is a serious practice, the magician must also make room for fun. Music and free-form dance can be very important in keeping dragons interested. These activities are also of importance to the magician, since most humans live lives full of stress and over-seriousness. Know yourself, know your real intentions for doing ritual, and enjoy your time with the dragons. Take time to be a child again, non-judgmental, full of wonder and delight at the antics of dragons. Learn from them when to be serious about life and when to lose yourself in play and pure enjoyment. My dragon has taken part in rituals with total concentration and involvement, only to spook one of the cats when we are finished.

Enjoy yourself with your dragons. Ask them for help in whatever you are striving to accomplish. Provide them with friendship and the chance to frolic in the energy vibrations you create. Learn from them. But never, never, treat them as commanded slaves or take their friendship lightly. Dragon magic is serious business. Be an honest friend, and you will receive honest friendship in return. Dragons are not like humans. They feel no compunction to continue a friendship or be helpful or even nice if you mistreat them.

It is helpful to the magician with dragons as co-magicians to keep a notebook detailing inner experiences while working this type of magic. Some dragons will appear only during certain phases of the Moon, while others arrive during specific weather patterns such as storms, long hot spells, etc. Other dragons hung around for days, especially if the magician is going through a period of turmoil in her/his life. Some dragons make brief appearances during a ritual and are not seen again for quite some time.

Each dragon has a definite feel to her/his personality just as humans do. The magician must learn to recognize them individually even if she/he never learns their names. Dragon names are usually never what they seem, since dragons are extremely cautious about giving their true names to humans. I never argue or press them on this point since I feel they have a right to their privacy if they desire it.

It is a quite an ordinary occurrence for a magician to work the dragon rituals several times before becoming aware that she/he has attracted dragons-helpers. Do not become discouraged if you are not immediately aware of their presence. Be patient. Dragons have good reason to be wary of humans. Prove your trustworthiness and friendship to them. A friendship developed slowly and on a firm found lasts the longest.

Ritual Tools and Dragon Magick

Ritual Tools and Dragon Magick

 

Every sincere, dedicated magician is always searching for new ways to amplify her/his magical powers so that her/his manifestations will be more accurate and consistent. Using the elemental-type power of dragons to help in your rituals is an excellent method of increasing the flow of energy within the cast circle.

There are certain ritual tools that you will find helpful for dragon magic. If you are already practicing magic, you will have some of them. If you are just beginning to work in magic, acquire your tools slowly and with care. Tools do not have to be elaborate or expensive to work magic. For example, I have never found that a little silver wand (these are really expensive!) could do more than a piece of dowel lovingly decorated by the magician. And the tools do not have to be acquired at once or before you can start your magical workings.

If you budget does not allow any purchases at the moment, do not put off beginning your practice of dragon magic. Start off with the kitchen table or the nightstand in the bedroom as an altar. One white candle in a fireproof holder is better than none; however, if you cannot have a candle, substitute an electric candle or small light. A paring knife will work as a ritual dagger for carving script onto the candle. A pleasant cologne or aftershave can become an emergency incense. A glass can be chalice. Use your imagination and inventiveness until you can manifest enough prosperity to purchase better tools. Ritual manifestations have been successful with some of the most outlandish equipment in a pinch. But it does work better and more efficiently when you have special ritual tools. I think this has to do with budding magician’s subconscious mind and the development of the magical personality.

Let’s Get Wild & Crazy, lol!

Funny & Naughty Comments & Graphics
Well, OK, not totally wild and crazy! I am going to take a detour from my regular postings that I do during the week. I am going to post some Dragon Magick, which I noticed quite a few of you liked. Then I am going to put on some more Dark Arts’ Spell, which I noticed hundreds of you liked them, lol! You little devils, you! You know if you have any requests for types of spells that you would like for me to post, please let me know. I will be more than happy to post any kind of spell or material you are interested in. Just ask! Now on with the show……… 
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Feng Shui Tip of the Day for Nov. 19th – “National Toilet Day”

What better time than ‘National Toilet Day’ to flush out some basic Feng Shui cures that will allow you to reduce the draining effects attributable to any bathroom in the home. First, according to this modality, you must keep the door to all bathrooms closed at all times. This is simply the most basic and fundamental of all bathroom cures. Easy to do and entirely effective, you will not believe how this one effort can change the entire energetic dynamics of your home, and consequently, your life. If there are naysayers in your living space who won’t come on board, simply install spring-loaded hinges so the door can shut itself. Another all purpose bathroom cure advises to hang a full length mirror on the outside of the bathroom door in order to reflect positive Chi or energy away from that room so that it doesn’t constantly go down the drain. This adjustment also makes the bathroom ‘disappear’ from everyone’s attention, as it will now reflect and expand another part of the house. Obviously, this will only work in conjunction with the first cure of keeping the door shut at all times. Lastly, and some say most importantly, keep the toilet lids down and all the drains in the bathroom closed. The main energetic anomaly posed by bathrooms involves these very same drains. Blocking or stopping them helps to stem the loss of healthy, happy and prosperity inducing Chi. Using any or all of these cures will help to retain both fortune and luck in your lives while lifting both spirit and mood!

By Ellen Whitehurst for Astrology.com

Your Daily Number for November 19th: 1

Your personal power is strong today. You may find yourself starting a new endeavor, or engaging n a new pursuit that is based in self-expression or spirituality. You’re connected with the world today, and it may be a good idea to jot it all down on paper.

Fast Facts

About the Number 1

Theme: Masculine, Creative, Independent, Aggressive
Astro Association: Mercury
Tarot Association: Magician

Today’s I Ching Hexagram for November 19th is 41: Decrease

41: Decrease

Hexagram 41

General Meaning: Increase and decrease are part of the natural cycle of life. As spiritual author long ago put it, ‘To every thing there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven.’ Like a reservoir that is being used to irrigate the fields, learning to accept a decrease in position or material possessions is part of preparing for increase in the future.

We may live in materialistic times, but there is no disgrace in material decrease, particularly if it represents an investment in future gain — even if that gain be in the form of one’s education or the development of personal character. Likewise, the inner strength that comes from bearing loss can be balanced by a corresponding increase in inner strength and insight — as in the expression ‘what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.’ When letting go of attachment and personal demands leads to a greater simplicity in daily life, good fortune often comes calling.

In nature, the lake evaporates to form the clouds that drop the rain that nurtures the surrounding forest. As the forest grows thick, more rain is captured for the lake. Similarly, an ‘evaporation’ or decrease in one area of your life, may give rise to an eventual increase in another. A loss of responsibility at work can mean more free time; more free time may generate more career options. A period of decrease is not necessarily a bad thing; in fact, it can free the spirit and fill the soul.

Be mindful of the lesson of young lovers: even with a minimum of possessions, feelings of the heart can bring an unsurpassed richness to life. The smallest of actions, if sincere, have value. So remain confident, for a time of decrease may actually bode good fortune, especially if you remain open to that possibility.

Let go of frustration, resistance and regret over whatever may be going down at this time. Accept the cycle, and remember what goes down must come up.

Today’s Runes for Saturday, November 19th is Inguz

Today’s Runes

Spirit Runes are most commonly used for questions about mysticism, spirituality, and religion. Inguz is the rune of completion and fertility. The presence of this rune suggests that tasks which have been initiated will come to fruition. This rune is associated with Ing and Frey, it is this connection that explains its connotations of both fertility and sexuality. The variant of this rune shown here is reminiscent of the twin strands of life, and of the challenge and rewards of bringing together things complimentary.

Today’s Tarot Card for November 19th is The High Priestess

The High Priestess

This Tarot Deck: Cosmic

General Meaning: Traditionally called the High Priestess, this major arcana, or trump, card represents human wisdom. She can be viewed as a kind of female Pope, the ancient Egyptian Priestess of Isis, the even older snake and bird Goddesses, the Greek Goddess Persephone, or the Eve of Genesis before the Fall.

For the accused heretics who were burnt at the stake for revering her in the 14th and 15th century, she symbolized the prophecy of the return of the Holy Spirit, which was perceived as the female aspect of the Holy Trinity.

In the sequence of cards in the major arcana, the High Priestess appears as soon as the Fool decides he wants to develop his innate powers, making a move toward becoming a Magus. The High Priestess is his first teacher, representing the Inner Life and the method for contacting it, as well as the contemplative study of Nature and the Holy Mysteries.

Your Daily Horoscopes for Saturday, November 19th

We are encouraged to work toward the long-term metamorphosis of our lives as Mars moves closer to trining evolutionary Pluto. But the analytical Virgo Moon can bring anxiety because we want answers to big questions now. Additionally, the Moon’s early morning trine with potent Pluto intensifies our emotions while giving us the strength to process them as they evolve. Tying up loose ends is a sensible way to balance our visionary thinking.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Even if you have been planning your life in general terms, you can be more effective today by bringing everything down to a manageable size. Rather than trying to consider the enduring consequences of what you do now, limit your thinking to the immediate impact. There’s nothing to be gained by attempting to solve all the problems of the world; just make small improvements to your own life and let the ramifications of your actions ripple outward naturally.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

Although you’re eager to have a day off, your mind is probably still on your work, especially if you’re lucky enough to enjoy your job. Otherwise, you may be ready to jump into a project on the home front that allows you to express yourself in a creative manner. In either case, staying focused increases your chances of being productive enough so you can kick back and relax later in the day.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

The discriminating Virgo Moon helps you to notice all the minor details today. Meanwhile, mental Mercury and sensual Venus are traveling through uplifting Sagittarius, opening your mind to exploring the distant horizons. It’s tough to follow through with either perspective because your thoughts are bouncing back and forth. Nevertheless, attempting to make a logical decision may be an exercise in frustration now; following a hunch just might be your best chance for success.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

The amount of preparation you do now determines how much you actually accomplish today. If you have a solid plan and concentrate on the immediate tasks at hand, you could power through your chores. But if you scatter your energy by dreaming about the distant future, you might end up annoyed with how much you still have to finish. Scale back your big thinking so you can take care of the little things first.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

It’s going to take extra effort to remain focused today, yet limiting your activities should pay off. It may be tempting to express your excitement in a competitive manner or impulsively run with someone else’s bold idea. However, it’s very important to follow through on whatever you start or you could be harsh with your self-criticism later. Giving up prematurely is not a smart strategy; however, continuously bringing your thoughts back to the present moment will improve your efficiency throughout the day.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

It may feel as if things are beginning to settle down a bit now that the Moon is visiting your sign. However, you might be uncharacteristically overconfident as you think about what happens next. Don’t trust your logic today, especially if your future seems too good to be true. Your life is on the upswing, but managing the details as they surface, rather than ignoring them, keeps you in touch with reality.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You would be wise to finish up an old project this weekend so you are ready for the new opportunities that will show up next week. Unfortunately, it may not be so simple to take care of business now because you could inadvertently be working against your own success. Stop procrastinating; you can’t delay the inevitable by ignoring what needs to be done today.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

It’s fully acceptable to be as picky as you want about your social commitments because you don’t have much time to waste today. Even if you did, you would still rather choose your own activities than follow along with someone else’s. But totally isolating yourself from friends and family isn’t useful, either. Manage your time more efficiently so that you can enjoy hanging out with those who matter the most to your heart.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Broadcasting your optimism allows others to get a sense of the bigger picture as you see it. But you can become so enamored with your vision of the future that you might miss what is happening right now. Although it may be very tempting to throw yourself into the next exciting adventure of your life, it’s helpful to be pragmatic today. Toning down your enthusiasm just a notch improves your chances of reaching your goals.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You may believe that you have a workable plan in place that will enable you to fulfill your dreams, but it might not turn out quite as sweet as you wish. Your thinking is still in an inflationary phase, even if you have already narrowed your focus. However, your best ideas might lose their value if you take them too far. Keeping your expectations in check could be the most important thing you can do today.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Your friends and acquaintances could steer you in the right direction now as amicable Venus and talkative Mercury are both moving through your 11th House of Group Activities. But the Moon’s visit to your less social 8th house tempts you to withdraw and think things out on your own. Nevertheless, hanging out with the right folks can be very rewarding, so don’t intentionally isolate yourself. Aim to find a happy medium between losing yourself in a crowd and avoiding others, altogether.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You may be rethinking relationship strategies now as the Moon visits your 7th House of Others. No doubt, it’s complicated juggling your domestic responsibilities with other obligations. But, instead of bouncing around from one thing to another, pick one train of thought and follow it all the way through. When you finish, then shift gears and do something else. Staying on a narrowly defined path could bring the stability you seek in partnerships so you can apply your efforts elsewhere next week.

the daily humorscopes for saturday, november 19th

the daily humorscope

Saturday, November 19, 2011

 
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
You will have an enormously exciting day, today, compared to your usual day. You will find the prize in the cereal box.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Time for an excursion! Remember to pack some sandwiches, and carry a large ball of twine (it’s easy to get lost in the city — the twine should help).
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
You will be able to get out of doing an unpleasant task today, by pretending you are a chicken.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
A very short and hairy person will bother you today. Unfortunately, you will be unable to ignore them, try though you might.
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
You will start having strange dreams of becoming an aquatic creature. Eventually, you’ll spend nearly all your time in the water, and will attempt to get strangers to throw you fish.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
Good time to start on your trophy collection! (You can have them made for yourself, you know.) Personally, I’ve won the “International Tiddly Wink Open” three years running.
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
You will begin an evil project, in secret. You will be successful. Although why you want to produce a cross between a St. Bernard and a chihuahua is anybody’s guess.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Time to throw down the gauntlet. Or, if you can’t find a gauntlet, a ski mitten will do. Just make sure you throw it down. (That’s one heck of a lot more fun than throwing it up.)
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
That bad smell in the closet will get stronger. Time to investigate.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 20)
You will invent a new type of lingerie, and will make millions. The stripes are the key to your success. You will call it “Ze Bra”.
Aquarius (January 21 – February 18)
Ian McHarg once said, “Man is a blind, witless, anthropocentric clod who inflicts lesions upon the earth.” You will come up with a brilliant rebuttal to this, soon. You will say: “So?”
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Your window of opportunity is rapidly closing! Don’t worry too much, though – the screen door of possibility is still ajar.

I hope you are having a very enjoyable & relaxing weekend!

Days of the Week Comments Sorry for running late, another late night for me, lol!  And just as I started this here comes my baby wildcat, Razzy for loving. Considering what she is I do take a minute or two to love her. Her few minutes turn into about 30 or 45 minutes. When we are through loving, she stretching out on the bed behind me and goes right off to sleep. Domesticating a wildcat is not for the faint of heart, lol! She is getting use to us or I should say me. She still looks at the hubby like “who the heck are you?” He is starting to stick his hand out and let her smell him, so she is slowly but surely getting use to him.  But Razzy is getting use to living in the house. It has been a long process and she still has a little way to go but she is and will get there with a lot of love. I wouldn’t advise anyone to try to domesticate a wild animal.  There are times I think I must have been totally nuts when I just up and grabbed her and brought her in the house. But at the time I wasn’t thinking with my head, I was thinking with my heart. I loved her and I knew deep down she loved me. If I had to do it all over again, I would. She is my baby and I know it is going to be a long process but she will eventually become a true member of the family. If you could see my arms, hands and legs, you would probably shake your heads at me. When she was younger, I had her fixed and I know some think it is cruel but I had her front claws removed (because of the kind of cat she was). The vet also agreed to fix her a little younger than most cats. The hope was that fixing her it would tame her a little bit and it did. But she has adapted rather quickly and can use her back claws like razors. We play under the covers of the bed and my hand comes out a bloody mess. When I am in the kitchen washing dishes, if I don’t pay attention to her, she will jump up on the calf of my leg, sink her claws into me and bite me on the butt. She hates for me to put on socks and she especially hates long johns. She pulls the socks off of me and climbs my long johns till I take them off. So you see taming a wild animal is not a piece of cake. It takes a deep love for the animal and a lot of patience.  

Now on to other matters…….I have had a few comments from my dear readers wanting to know if it would be ok to share this blog on Facebook with their friends. It would perfectly find to share this blog with anyone you would like. I am very honored that anyone would want to share the blog and the information on it. I consider these requests the best compliments I could ever receive. You are telling me I am doing a good job getting the truth out about Witchcraft and doing the Goddess’ work. So yes, dear readers, share the blog with anyone you would like. The more the blog is shared, the more the truth about our Religion spreads. And the truth and beauty about our Religion needs to spread like wildfire. Witchcraft has been casted in a negative light for way to long and now is the time for the truth to come to light. It is time that Witchcraft takes it rightful place in history and today’s Religions. With your help, we can accomplish this. So please share and spread this blog with anyone you would like. And thank you for your help and your kind words.

I love all my readers and friends. I appreciate your support and love. Because without you and the Goddess none of this would be possible. 

Much love to all,

 Lady A

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