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From Your Listening Pleasurer – Yule
Time to Celebrate with Your Inner Child and the Children in Your Life Litha and Yule Coloring Pages – Printable
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Friday
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Celebrating Litha, the Summer Solstice The Midsummer Sabbat: Celebrate the Power of the Sun!
Depending on your individual spiritual path, there are many different ways you can celebrate Litha, but the focus is nearly always on celebrating the power of the sun. It’s the time of year when the crops are growing heartily and the earth has warmed up. We can spend long sunny afternoons enjoying the outdoors, and getting back to nature under the long daylight hours.
Are you headed to the beach this summer? Take advantage of all of the magic it has to offer, with Seven Ways to Use Beach Magic. If you have little Pagans in your family, you can get them involved in the festivities too, with these 5 Fun Ways to Celebrate Litha with Kids. Finally, if you’re not sure how to get started celebrating Litha, try these Ten Great Ways to Celebrate Litha.
Traditions, Folklore and Customs
Interested in learning about some of the history behind Litha? Here’s some background on Midsummer celebrations—learn who the gods and goddesses of summer are, how they’ve been honored throughout the centuries, and about the magic of stone circles! Let’s start with a quick look at the history behind the celebrations of the summer solstice, as well as some of the customs and traditions of Litha.
There’s a ton of solar magic and myths and legends out there, and many cultures have worshiped the sun as part of religious practice throughout time. In Native American spirituality, the Sun Dance is an important part of ritual.
The summer solstice is also associated with festivals such as the Vestalia, in ancient Rome, and with ancient structures like the stone circles found all over the world.
Handfasting Season is Here
June is a traditional time for weddings, but if you’re Pagan or Wiccan, a Handfasting ceremony may be more appropriate. Find out the origins of this custom, how you can have a fantastic ceremony, selecting a cake, and some great ideas on gifts for your guests!
In a historical context, handfasting is an old tradition that has seen a resurgence in popularity lately. There are plenty of ways to have a magical ceremony that celebrates your spirituality as part of your special day. You may even want to invite some of the deities of love and marriage to be part of your ceremony!
If you’re not sure about how to have a handfasting, make sure you’ve got someone who is legally able to perform it, especially if you’re looking for a state-licensed marriage. You can use a basic handfasting ceremony template as a structure for your ceremony, and you might want to consider a Pagan-friendly custom like broom-jumping as part of your celebration.
Don’t forget, you’ll need a cake! Keep a few simple tips in mind when you’re selecting your handfasting cake.
Crafts and Creations
As Litha approaches, you can decorate your home (and keep your kids entertained) with a number of easy craft projects. Celebrate the sun’s energy with an elemental garden, a fiery incense blend, and a magic staff to use in ritual! You can make magical items as well, like a set of Ogham staves for some summer divination. Want to keep your home decor simple? Whip up a Litha blessing besom to hang on your door as a welcome to your summer guests.
Feasting and Food
No Pagan celebration is complete without a meal to go along with it. For Litha, celebrate with foods that honor the fire and energy of the sun, and a tasty batch of Midsummer mead.
Goddess of the Day – Hecate or Hekate
Hecate or Hekate
Then the earth began to bellow
And howling dogs in glimmering light advance
Ere Hekate came
-Aeneid, Book VL
Greek Queen of the Night, Goddess of Witchcraft and the Underworld. Hecate can change shapes or ages at will and has the power to rejuvenate or kill.
The daughter of Perses and Asteria, she represents the oldest Greek form of the Triple Goddess. Her powers extend over heaven and the underworld, the earth and the sea. She is sometimes represented with three heads – one of a horse, one of a dog and one of a bear, or one of a dog, snake and lion.
As Hecate of the Three Ways, her images stood at three-way crossroads where offerings of dogs, honey and black ewes were left on Full Moon Nights. In the realm of nature she is honored as Selene, the moon, in Heaven. She is honored as Artemis, the huntress, on Earth and as Hecate, the destroyer, in the Underworld. She is also the Goddess of prophecy, charms, vengeance, wisdom, choices and regeneration and is often accompanied by a pack of black, baying hounds or the three-headed dog, Cerberus.
For Your Viewing Pleasure – Appalachia Mountain Roots Plants and Herbs
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This is an interesting series by Donnie Law about the Appalachian Mountain people in the eastern USA. Included in this area is where Lady Abyss was from in Kentucky, USA. So, I always think of her when I am watching one of these videos.
Appalachia Mountain Roots Plants and Herbs
Appalachia – From Wikipedia
Appalachia (/ˌæpəˈlætʃə, –leɪtʃə, –leɪʃə/) is a cultural region in the Eastern United States that stretches from the Southern Tier of New York State to northern Alabama and Georgia.[1] While the Appalachian Mountains stretch from Belle Isle in Canada to Cheaha Mountain in Alabama, Appalachia typically refers only to the cultural region of the central and southern portions of the range, from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia southwest to the Great Smoky Mountains. As of the 2010 United States Census, the region was home to approximately 25 million people.[2]
Since its recognition as a distinctive region in the late 19th century, Appalachia has been a source of enduring myths and distortions regarding the isolation, temperament, and behavior of its inhabitants. Early 20th century writers often engaged in yellow journalism focused on sensationalistic aspects of the region’s culture, such as moonshining and clan feuding, and often portrayed the region’s inhabitants as uneducated and prone to impulsive acts of violence. Sociological studies in the 1960s and 1970s helped to re-examine and dispel these stereotypes.[3]
While endowed with abundant natural resources, Appalachia has long struggled economically and been associated with poverty. In the early 20th century, large-scale logging and coal mining firms brought wage-paying jobs and modern amenities to Appalachia, but by the 1960s the region had failed to capitalize on any long-term benefits[4] from these two industries. Beginning in the 1930s, the federal government sought to alleviate poverty in the Appalachian region with a series of New Deal initiatives, such as the construction of dams to provide cheap electricity and the implementation of better farming practices. On March 9, 1965, the Appalachian Regional Commission[5] was created to further alleviate poverty in the region, mainly by diversifying the region’s economy and helping to provide better health care and educational opportunities to the region’s inhabitants. By 1990, Appalachia had largely joined the economic mainstream but still lagged behind the rest of the nation in most economic indicators.[3]
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Flower Meaning, Symbolize, and Spiritual Meaning – Pink Flowers
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From uniguide.com
Pink flowers evoke feelings of love, tenderness, grace, and more. From the delicate petals of a cosmos to the hot pink blooms of a dahlia, pink flowers hold important symbolic meaning for many people around the world. Perhaps it’s because the color pink is such an elegant blend of the passionate intensity of red and the pure divinity of white. In addition, the color pink comes in a wide range of hues, which can convey an even wider range of emotions and sentiments.
In this post, we’ll explore pink flower symbolism and meaning, types of flowers that are pink, and appropriate occasions in which to give them.
“A profusion of pink roses being ragged in the rain speaks to me of all gentleness and its enduring.”
Types of Flowers that Are Pink
Before we go into more detail on pink flower symbolism, I thought you might be interested in a list of flowers that are pink or which come in predominantly pink hues. There’s a splendidly wide variety. Here are some examples:
Anemone
Azalea
Carnation
Cherry blossom
Chrysanthemum
Dahlia
Dianthus
Foxglove
Fuchsia
Geranium
Gerbera daisy
Hollyhock
Hydrangea
Lilac
Sweet pea
Tulip
What do pink flowers symbolize?
Pink flowers symbolize a variety of positive attributes. Here’s a quick list of those qualities:
New romantic love
Platonic love
Innocence
Purity
Grace
Elegance
Femininity
Gratitude
Serenity
Tenderness
Comfort
Security
However, it’s important to keep in mind that pink flower symbolism can have slight variations depending on the type of flower. For example, pink roses symbolize love, both new romantic love and platonic love. While pink clematis flowers signify long-term ties with family and friends as well as success and personal growth. Pink lilies, on the other hand, symbolize purity and innocence. And pink cherry blossoms symbolize new beginnings and renewal. Furthermore, pink lotus flowers signify spiritual growth and transformation. For further reading on specific types of flowers that are pink and their meanings, you can click on the flower names listed above.
When to Give Pink Flowers
When it comes to the best occasions to give pink flowers, you have a range of options to choose from. White red roses and other flowers send a clear message of romantic love, pink flower meaning is more nuanced. Yes, they can imply romantic love. However, they’re also appropriate to convey platonic affection. For example, you can give them to female relatives, young girls, co-workers, and, of course, men who like the color pink!
Pink flowers are also appropriate for weddings, new baby celebrations and spiritual ceremonies, as well as anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, and more. In a way, pink flowers are like yellow flowers in that they are very safe and usually appreciated by all.
For Your Viewing and Listening Pleasure
Something new from YouTube.com a channel that plays calming music and show LIVE, no I did not mess up…lol LIVE, feed from under the water. Give it a try and tell me what you think of this? As I am typing this up the music is mostly piano, which I thoroughly enjoy, and the scene is showing different types of salt water fish. I do not know if the film the live action in from of aquamarines or if it is someone scuba-diving.
Relaxing Music and Underwater Scenes 🔴 24/7 Calming Music
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Thursday
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Thursday Source: moonlitpriestess.com
Celestial influence – Jupiter
Color correspondences – blue, indigo, purple
Herb correspondences – cinnamon, cinquefoil, musk, nutmeg, sage
Misc. influences – health, honor, luck, riches, clothing, money, legal matters, desires
Thursday Source: spells8.com
Candle
Thursday candles are Blue, Purple and Green. Check the Daily Devotional page here for today’s candle ritual ideas.
Deities
Thursdays are ruled by Cernunnos, Gaia, Juno, Jupiter, Poseidon, Pan, Osiris, Thor, and Zeus, among others.
Tea
Drink a cup of Green Tea to connect with Thursday’s actionable energy.
This tea has a large amount of L-theanine, an amino acid that is beneficial for memory, attention, concentration and learning.
Herbs
Cinnamon, Clove, Sage, Fig, Hyssop, Maple, Nutmeg, Star Anise, Cinquefoil, Honeysuckle, Musk, Oakmoss.
Crystals
Amethyst Activation, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Tiger’s Eye Activation, Sugilite.
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Saturday
Correspondences for Saturday
Magickal Intentions: Spirit Communications, Meditation, Psychic Attack or Defense, Locating Lost Things and Missing Persons, Building, Life, Doctrine, Protection, Knowledge, Authority, Limitations, Boundaries, Time and Death
Incense: Black Poppy Seed and Myrrh
Planet: Saturn
Sign: Capricorn and Aquarius
Angel: Cassel
Colors: Black, Grey and Indigo
Herbs/Plants: Myrrh, Moss, Hemlock, Wolfsbane, Coltsfoot, Nightshade and Fir
Stones: Jet, Smokey Quartz, Amethyst, Black Onyx, Snowflake Obsidian, Lava, Pumice
Oil: (Saturn) Cypress, Mimosa, Myrrh, Patchouli
Saturn lends its energies to the last day of the week. Because Saturn is the planet of karma, this day is an excellent time for spellwork involving reincarnation, karmic lessons, the Mysteries, wisdom, and long-term projects.
It is also a good time to being efforts that deal with the elderly, death, or the eradication of pests and disease.
Saturday Source: awithintime.weebly.com
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Wednesday
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Practical Samhain Rituals and Traditions
This time of the year is definitely the most magical and witchy of all other seasons. Below you can find information on Samhain Rituals, Traditions, and History. Are you going to try any of them?
Contents
Source: WitchJournal.com
October 27, 2025 Daily Horoscope and Birthday Horoscope’s Traits
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Happy birthday wishes from Lady Carla Beltane with the WOTC Family and Friends!!
May the next year of your life bring you more love, laughter, joy, happiness, enough income to cover what you have to have along with a little leftover for fun! May it bring you everything you want if it is supposed to be and everything you need. May sorrow be unknown, and any negativity be minimal. May the wind always be at your back.
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Astrological symbol: Scorpio. The sign of the Scorpio represents people born October 23 – November 21, when the Sun is placed in Scorpio. This reflects upon ambition, mystery, passion and hidden aggressiveness.
The Scorpius Constellation is one of the twelve constellations of the zodiac, with the brightest star being Antares. It is quite small covering an area of only 497 square degrees. It lies between Libra to the West and Sagittarius to the East, covering visible latitudes between +40° and -90°.
In Greece it is called Scorpion and in France goes by the name Scorpion but the Latin origin of the October 27 zodiac sign, the Scorpion is in the name Scorpio.
Opposite sign: Taurus. This is relevant in astrology because it shows that partnerships between the Scorpio and Taurus sun signs are beneficial and highlight passion and warm heart.
Modality: Fixed. This quality of those born on October 27 suggests authority and seriousness and also offers a sense of their warmhearted nature.
Ruling house: The eighth house. This house governs the unknown and death but also the opposite of the second house, the material possessions of others. This explains the full of mystery, complex but troubled nature of Scorpio and their hard to satisfy desires.
Ruling body: Pluto. This planetary ruler symbolizes farseeing and reliability and also reflects on power. Pluto is most associated with the unconscious and unknown.
Element: Water. This is an element of great transformation, with a different flow than the others and benefits people born under the October 27 zodiac sign when it comes to sentimental values and transforms them into great listeners. Water combined with fire makes a situation boil.
Lucky day: Tuesday. This is a day ruled by Mars, therefore symbolizes dream and entrusting and identifies best with the Scorpio natives who are intuitive.
Lucky numbers: 3, 7, 10, 18, 26.
Motto: “I desire!”
People born on October 27 can be defined as free and attractive. They seem to only sweep others of their feet because they always remain cold, poised and focused. Just like a true Scorpio they are introspective and caring, but only to the people who have won their interest. They enjoy journeying and all settings when they can feel in charge. They hate being taunted and being confronted with any type of sudden transformation. The best setting for those born under this sign combines the two big pleasures of Scorpio, enigma and travel.
Positive Traits: Unpredictable, mysterious and meticulous are traits of interest for these natives. Although these might not seem classic positive benchmarks, there are indeed means by which these people attain their objectives. They are also curious and friendly and enjoy spending time exploring their interests. They try to listen to their intuition but are also well grounded and logical although at times their stubbornness and emotions stand in their way.
Negative Traits: Possessive and most jealous, these natives need to learn to cool things those with those whom they care about because otherwise their overly attached manner of taking things might have a greater impact that they can imagine. They shouldn’t as well let past mistakes hunt them down because this is what they do and really prevents them from enjoying their lives at their fullest. They can also be quite resentful and easily hurt others without thinking of the consequences.
Love and Compatibility: Lovers born on October 27 are passionate and mysterious. They find it very hard to commit to one person, but when they do they become very loyal and reliable. Although they don’t usually show it, they are very sensible and easily offended and should be handled with great care. They are attracted to persons who know how to combine praise with constructive criticism. You can conquer the heart of Scorpio if you are always there listening when they feel the need to open their hearts.
Elegant and sincere lovers, they are very attractive to the opposite sex. Naturally charming, they are used to consider the person near them the most special in the world, therefore they offer everything they have to their loved one and expect…
Lucky Color: Deep red is the color that is considered lucky for those Scorpio natives with October 27… Other colors for Scorpio people are purple, scarlet and carmine.
Representative Birthstone: The lucky Scorpio birthstone for those born under the October 27 is represented by the impressive Topaz… Another gemstone considered lucky for Scorpio natives is Garnet. It is the symbol of adaptability and equilibrium.
Characteristic Flower: Chrysanthemum is the flower defined for October 27 and in general for Scorpio natives… Other flowers representative for Scorpio are Poppies and Lavender.
Symbolic metal: Iron is the metal of preference for Scorpio natives, especially those born under the October 27… Another metal considered beneficial for Scorpio natives is Zinc.
Characteristics: October 27 Zodiac belongs to the first decan of SCORPIO (Octombrie 23-November 2). This decan is strongly influenced by the planet Pluto. This is representative for people who are determined and secretive just like Scorpio and possessive just like Pluto. This decan is said to be magnifying all characteristics of the Scorpio zodiac sign, both positive and negative.
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… and always exciting! This can go a couple different ways. You might continuously exceed others’ expectations, or you might do something complete reckless and dangerous. Remember to consider your consequences before you throw yourself into the wind. Surprises can be fun but being predictable can also be nice in the right moments.
October 27 Scorpio at Their Best: Alive, powerful, fun
October 27 Scorpio at Their Worst: Destructive, dangerous, unhappy
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IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS OCTOBER 27, you could be someone who is enigmatic. You appear to be this mild-mannered individual but deep down, you like danger and excitement. Mostly, you have a mysterious quality that people like! In fact, they cannot get enough of you and sometimes, this can be hard to handle. You can be tempted to take advantage of people because of this capability
Vigorous but quiet… emotive but reserved are just a few inconsistencies that make this October 27 zodiac birthday one problematical cookie. If today is your birthday, then you are considered to be naughty and restless.
You are able to accomplish a lot when you are active but you need to learn control and self-discipline especially during your success. Use your observational skills to enhance your theories of learning and behavior studies. Your ability to learn quickly is what empowers you to be committed.
The 27 October birthday personality is controlling. As a lover, you would probably give up too much of yourself. When this happens, you can be a jealous person with obsessive qualities. You cannot control everything all the time.
When you love someone, you do not have to take his or her life away. You can be committed and loyal and still have a life outside of your partner. They will come back to you especially if they live in the same residence as you.
But partners should not keep their love in the doghouse for very long. This 27 October Scorpio birthday person may be tempted to step outside of the relationship for needs not being met at home.
What your birthday love compatibility analysis says is that you could have many lovers if that is what you choose. However, you would like to have the loyalty of one particular person. When this person is hurt or betrayed, you can be a force to be reckoned with. When you love, Scorpio, you love with your all. When you hurt, you hurt deeply. Although you dislike confrontations and conflict, you must handle the situations with maturity.
The October 27 birthday horoscope shows that you are an attractive person. You are considerate but some people think that you are cold and heartless. You are socially aware and like to share your experiences with others. You truly are grateful for a chance to enhance someone’s imagination and awareness.
The 27th October birthday astrology predictions show that you like to travel. There is nothing more like it than getting away for the weekend. In addition, you like to plan for extended stays in places that ordinary folks never get a chance to see.
The October 27 birthday meanings show that you generally walk away from arguments and conflict. You cannot stand being lied to. There is nothing worse that someone who is close to you could do. Instead, you like being able to enjoy the company of the people you are around.
As a friend, you are loyal and your friends tend to appreciate you. When you love, you love from within your soul. You are likely to lose yourself because you care so much. Chances are that you will be a jealous kind of lover making the relationship a turbulent affair.
Let’s talk about your career. Usually, this Scorpio birthday people have a tendency to occupy positions of management. You have people who look up to you. In fact, they want you to be their mentor. What a compliment! With your education, you could teach, you know, or coach. It is up to you to decide on what level but you could do this with little effort on your part.
There does not seem to be a middle ground with you, Scorpio. Either you are for it or you are against it. It’s either you work out or you eat until your heart is content. With this in mind, you should watch what you drink as well.
What your birthday says about you is that you have a tendency to overdo it. It is suggested that you avoid too many sweets and alcohol. Try eating smaller meals but eat more times per day. This will keep your energy up and you will be able to work off the calories during the day.
The October 27 birthday personality gives the impression that they are this cool and calm person but actually, they are a smoldering fire. You like taking risks and sometimes, they could be a little dangerous. You are not afraid and this is what your friends and family say they admire about you.
However, when you are in love, you could be guilty of holding on too tight making you just a bit needy and obsessive. You do not know how to do anything outside of going all out or doing nothing at all. Take care of yourself as you have a tendency to overindulge and this includes drinking and eating.
Famous Celebrities Born On October 27
This Day That Year –October 27 In History
1775 – Under the Department of Defense, the US Navy is established.
1964 – Sonny and Cher exchange wedding vows.
1992 – First official Navy Day is celebrated.
2013 – Suffering from liver disease, Lou Reed dies.
October 27 Vrishchika Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
October 27 Chinese Zodiac PIG
Birthday Planet
Your ruling planet is Mars that symbolizes your competitive and passionate nature.
Birthday Symbols
The Scorpion Is The Symbol For The Scorpio Zodiac Sign
Birthday Tarot Card
Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Hermit. This card symbolizes aloofness, contemplation and deep thinking. The Minor Arcana cards are Five of Cups and Knight of Cups
Birthday Zodiac Compatibility
You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Taurus: This is a match that will be truly compatible.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Virgo: This love relationship might be dull and without life.
Lucky Number
Number 1 – This number signifies new beginnings.
Number 9 – This number signifies a compassionate humanitarian.
Lucky Colors
Red: This is the color of assertion, courage, enthusiasm, motivation and anger.
Orange: This is a color that symbolizes a fresh and refreshing outlook towards life.
Lucky Days
Tuesday: The day ruled by planet Mars is symbolic of pursuits, competition, adventure, and force.
Birthstone Topaz
Your gemstone is Topaz that helps in problem-solving, communication and expression of thoughts.
Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts
An excellent fine quality leather wallet for the man and engraved stationery for the woman.
Fertility Deities of Beltane c. 2017
Fertility Deities of Beltane
Beltane is a time of great fertility — for the earth itself, for animals, and of course for people as well. This season has been celebrated by cultures going back thousands of years, in a variety of ways, but nearly all shared the fertility aspect. Typically, this is a Sabbat to celebrate gods of the hunt or of the forest, and goddesses of passion and motherhood, as well as agricultural deities. Here are a list of gods and goddesses that can be honored as part of your tradition’s Beltane rituals.
Artemis (Greek): The moon goddess Artemis was associated with the hunt and was seen as a goddess of forests and hillsides. This pastoral connection made her a part of spring celebrations in later periods.
Bes (Egyptian): Worshiped in later dynasties, Bes was a household protection god, and watched over mothers and young children. He and his wife, Beset, were paired up in rituals to cure problems with infertility.
Bacchus (Roman): Considered the equivalent of Greek god Dionysus, Bacchus was the party god — grapes, wine, and general debauchery were his domain. In March each year, Roman women could attend secret ceremonies called the bacchanalia, and he is associated with sexual free-for-alls and fertility.
Cernunnos (Celtic): Cernunnos is a horned god found in Celtic mythology. He is connected with male animals, particularly the stag in rut, and this has led him to be associated with fertility and vegetation. Depictions of Cernunnos are found in many parts of the British Isles and western Europe. He is often portrayed with a beard and wild, shaggy hair — he is, after all, the lord of the forest.
Flora (Roman): This goddess of spring and flowers had her own festival, Floralia, which was celebrated every year between April 28 to May 3. Romans dressed in bright robes and floral wreaths, and attended theater performances and outdoor shows. Offerings of milk and honey were made to the goddess.
Hera (Greek): This goddess of marriage was the equivalent of the Roman Juno, and took it upon herself to bestow good tidings to new brides. A maiden about to marry could make offerings to Hera, in the hopes that she would bless the marriage with fertility. In her earliest forms, she appears to have been a nature goddess, who presides over wildlife and nurses the young animals which she holds in her arms.
Kokopelli (Hopi): This flute-playing, dancing spring god carries unborn children upon his own back, and then passes them out to fertile women. In the Hopi culture, he is part of rites that relate to marriage and childbearing, as well as the reproductive abilities of animals. Often portrayed with rams and stags, symbolic of his fertility, Kokopelli occasionally is seen with his consort, Kokopelmana.
Pan (Greek): This agricultural god watched over shepherds and their flocks. He was a rustic sort of god, spending lots of time roaming the woods and pastures, hunting and playing music on his flute. Pan is typically portrayed as having the hindquarters and horns of a goat, similar to a faun. Because of his connection to fields and the forest, he is often honored as a spring fertility god.
Priapus (Greek): This fairly minor rural god has one giant claim to fame — his permanently erect and enormous phallus. The son of Aphrodite by Dionysus (or possibly Zeus, depending on the source), Priapus was mostly worshiped in homes rather than in an organized cult. Despite his constant lust, most stories portray him as sexually frustrated, or even impotent. However, in agricultural areas he was still regarded as a god of fertility, and at one point he was considered a protective god, who threatened sexual violence against anyone — male or female — who transgressed the boundaries he guarded.
Sheela-na-Gig (Celtic): Although the Sheela-na-Gig is technically the name applied to the carvings of women with exaggerated vulvae that have been found in Ireland and England, there’s a theory that the carvings are representative of a lost pre-Christian goddess. Typically, the Sheela-na-Gig adorns buildings in areas of Ireland that were part of the Anglo-Norman conquests in the 12th century. She is shown as a homely woman with a giant yoni, which is spread wide to accept the seed of the male. Folkloric evidence indicates that the figures are theory that the figures were part of a fertility rite, similar to “birthing stones”, which were used to bring on conception.
Xochiquetzal (Aztec): This fertility goddess was associated with spring, and represented not only flowers but the fruits of life and abundance. She was also the patron goddess of prostitutes and craftsmen.
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Merry Meet Dear Sisters, Brothers, and Friends, Welcome to WOTC! A Thought for Today
If you want to see some information on any tradition of witchcraft, please put it in the comment section or email Lady Carla Beltane at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com. I will try to find some information to post about it.
May your and your family’s lives be filled with all things positive!
Blessed be.
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Thursday
Thursday Source: plentifulearth.com
Planet: Jupiter
Element: Earth
Gender: Masculine
Deities: Juno, Jupiter, Thor, Zeus
Colors: Blue, Green, Purple, Rich Royal Colors
Crystals: Aventurine, Amethyst, Brown Jasper, Green Lodestone, Green Tourmaline, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Peridot, Tin, Turquoise
Herbs & Plants: Anise, Borage, Cinquefoil, Clove, Dandelion, Dill, Fig, Honeysuckle, Hyssop, Maple, Meadowsweet, Mint, Nutmeg, Oak, Patchouli, Sage, Star Anise
Incenses: Cinnamon, Clove, Jupiter Oil, Musk, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Sage
Energies & Associations: Abundance, Career, Employment, Energetic Increase, Expansion, Generosity, Growth, Happiness, Healing, Harvesting, Honest Leadership, Honor, Leadership, Legal Matters, Loyalty, Luck, Male Fertility, Material Opportunities, Money, Optimism, Power, Prosperity, Protection, Riches, Wealth
Thursday Source: flyingthehedge.com
Taking its name from the Norse god Thor, this is a great day to work magic regarding growth, expansion, prosperity, business, abundance, and success. See my prosperity candle magic spell.
Color: Royal blue, green, purple
Planet: Jupiter
Deities: Thor, Zeus, Jupiter, Juno
Crystals: Turquoise, amethyst, lapis lazuli
Herbs: Honeysuckle, oak, cinquefoil
Associations: Honor, loyalty, harvest, prosperity, abundance, wealth, healing
Merry Meet Dear Sisters, Brothers, and Friends, Welcome to WOTC! A Thought for Today

I’m up early but frankly don’t feel like working today. Partly because I’m in a lazy mood but mostly because it’s Big Dawg’s birthday. I’ll be here tomorrow.
If you want to see some information on any tradition of witchcraft, please put it in the comment section or email Lady Carla Beltane at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com. I will try to find some information to post about it.
May your and your family’s lives be filled with all things positive!
Blessed be.
Herb Magickal and Medicinal Uses – Hoodoo Herbs: Nutmeg
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