Everything Under the Moon

That's a tough situation, and you have my sympathies, but like the other said, it was your choice to tell her. Of course you didn't know that she was going to change her tune and threaten you with it, but it was still the choice you made. Instead of trying to alter her mindset magickally, maybe you ...

Well said, LaFiamma. My house is just outside of town and surrounded by farmland and cows, but I actually feel a lot more comfortable in a more urban setting. I guess I feel like part of being reverent to nature is being around people. Funny, that. Another thought occurs to me, and it's strange I di...

It must have been oatmeal fairies. Hide the toast!

Sounds a little odd to me... if you get a new package of candles are you supposed to burn every one? I can't think of any reason why you would need to do this; maybe it's just your aunt's own personal belief, or a superstition I haven't heard of. I personally like to use 'virgin' or unburnt candles ...

WolfWitch - What's that old saying about great minds...?

I didn't start studying until my second year at school (witchcraft or for school!), and the whole first year, I had no idea there was such an extensive Pagan community there. Then, when I joined the Student Pagan Association, I realized how many people there were who would be totally cool and congru...

Hmmm... I don't see why you'd need a specific shell for burning sage, or anything else for that matter, as long as it was heat resistant. Sometimes the suggestions you find in books or other people's spells are just that: suggestions. If a certain shell works best for whoever wrote the ritual, then ...

I think it's all a matter of who you are joking with . For instance, I'm very close to almost all the people who know I am a Wiccan, and I have very fun, honest relationships with all of them. So I don't feel insulted if my boyfriend calls me a 'godless heathen,' or if my mom tells me to cast a spel...

I can't speak from experience on this particular matter, but what I've read says that women are more powerful and in tune when they are menstruating; menstruation is sometimes called, 'Blood of the Moon,' and the cycle of menstruation is a reflection of the cycles of the moon. Again, no experience h...

I think as far as just witchcraft goes, not Wicca specifically, it's still generally considered offensive to call someone a warlock. I think the more accepted term is still just 'witch.'

Looks like you're right!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_ecli ... ptember_22

Too bad I won't be able to see it...

Adding to what Addalaide said, here's a Witchvox article, with a calendar that tells the exact time of day when the moon is full, new, etc. for all of 2006. Hope it helps you out! But also, don't forget that it's not only the moon that lends helpful energy. Solar energy can be equally useful. http:/...

God, yes! In fact, depending on what kind of work you're doing, daytime spells can be even more effective than nighttime spells. Look close at what kind of magic you want to do, and then decide if you'd rather have the energies more prevalent during the day to help you or the energies more prevalent...

Even given the possible ethical problems it brings up, I probably would have done the same thing. As long as you are ready to take responsibility for whatever happens. I support your decision, and I really hope it works out for your friend, and for you.

I bought my first set of Tarot cards at a garage sale a few weeks ago. Obviously, I haven't done a lot of work with them, but I don't get any bad vibes off them or anything. I think the idea of cards choosing you is interesting, but not accurate. And I like the idea of them being a gift as a traditi...