February 2008

Happy Imbolc!

 

SIMPLE MAGICK To help you to achieve your goal (magical or otherwise), find a word or short phase which sums up what it is that you want to accomplish. Write the word (or phrase) down 10 times each day until you achieve success.  As you write your word, say it out loud with the Belief that it has already happened.  The Universe is listening to Us, it gives us what we ask for, make sure you ask for what you WANT, NOT what you don't want! This Issue is Made Possible and Sponsored By:  The Garden's Amazon Store Featured Book of the Month 365 Days to Enlightenment by Ayamanatara $19.95   To Invoke Your Inner Beauty Set aside some time for You,  go to the most comfy bathtub in your home.  Fill your bath with scents that please you, nice warm water, bubbles, whatever you desire (Bath Salts work WONDERS!).  As you are bathing, picture all the things that make you dislike yourself.  Scrub your body from head to feet, paying special attention to the areas where your Chakras are.  When you are done bathing, picture the negative things running down your arms and legs and disappearing down the drain.  This will make you feel better and bring out your beauty.

New Moon is a time for Letting Go of the old and Welcoming the New, Perfect for inviting Abundance into Your Life. Full Moon is a time for Giving Thanks for the Abundance we have received since the New Moon

Directional Representations

East represents birth, the rising sun, Spring, mental energy, inspiration, and air. - South represents earthly life, noon, Summer, spiritual energy, passion, and fire. - West represents old age and death, the setting sun, Fall, emotional energy, compassion, and water. - North represents the mystery time between death and birth, midnight, Winter, physical energy, the secret of manifestation, and earth. - Above is generally considered male energy, - Below is female energy. The details of the ceremony are different each time, inspired perhaps by an astrological symbol or an urge to focus on a specific prayer. After our prayers and meditation, we raise a joyful energy, often howling at the full moon, then settle into a profound peace which we send out to all the world.

New Moon Ritual for Abundance

Affirmations - Loudly Proclaim these while evoking your Prosperity

** I deserve abundance!
** I have abundance for myself and those I love!
** I am magnetic to money, prosperity and abundance!
** Money flows into my life. I AM prosperous!
** I accept prosperity and abundance into my life!
** I create money and abundance through joy, aliveness, and self-love!
** I receive only Prosperity and Abundance!
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On a piece of green paper, create a check that looks like a bank check. (Or just use a check from your check book) Fill it out as follows:

**********************************************

Date_________

Pay to the order of:                     Your Name Here           

For the amount of:                     Paid In Full                       


Universal Bank of Abundance ____ Paid for By the Law of Abundance____

Sign your Name
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Be sure to put all the names you go by on the "Pay to the Order" line and all names you've gone by in the past. You want to be sure to incorporate all the energy of who you are in this lifetime.

In the amount line, write "Paid In Full". This opens you to limitless payment. The Universe knows what needs to be paid.

For those making checks from green paper:

For the bank routing number, put the numbers for "My Universal Checking Account"

For the account number, put in your "Birth Date".

Place the check in a SPECIAL place for you or on your personal altar and let the universe do its work. Do not have an intention about what needs to be paid in full, only that it is for your highest good ... the universe knows our needs. Just be open for everything to be paid in full whether it's a responsibility or something you wish to do or want.

This can be done on any New Moon, just change the date of the check (personally, I like to write a brand NEW check for each NEW MOON).
 

Magickal Bath Salts
In a large bowl, mix to combine: 6 parts coarse sea salt; 3 parts Epsom salts, to soothe tired muscles and reduce inflammation; and 1 part baking soda, to soften waters and relieve skin irritation. Add a few drops of essential oils (specific to your Magickal need), and combine. Add a few drops of soap coloring, until you achieve the desired shade. If you intend to present the bath salts as gifts, be sure to store them in a sealed and labeled container to keep out moisture.  While preparing them pour your energy into them, keep in mind your Magickal need.

Magickal Spell Box
** You can make this a Prosperity Box by visualizing Prosperity as you make it.  When you finish it, place your spare change/bills in it each time you have some. When you place your money in the box, say: "Every penny in is X out" (fill in X for your desired amount or percentage of return) **

Items needed:
box(es) made of: paper, wood, metal, whatever you prefer
acrylic paint
paint brushes or sponges
acrylic lacquer spray for finishing
Remember, this box does not have to be specifically for spells, you can also use it as an offering dish, decoration, etc., anything YOU choose!
All of this material can be obtained at your local hobby shop.
If this box is to be used in a magickal aspect, keep that in mind while making it and think only of your Magickal goals while making it.
Once you pick your box, spray a coat of acrylic lacquer on it, this makes a really good base coat (I've learned). Once that is dry (should not take more than 30 minutes) begin painting your box. I used solid colors only on the ones I made, but you can use whatever you prefer.
When you are done painting everything you want on your box, set it aside and let it dry for at least 24 hours. It is ok to wait less time between coats, however it is important to be sure the entire thing is dry before applying the clear acrylic lacquer. The more lacquer you add, the shinier your box will be. Once your box is completely dry, if you wish, you can glue things to it, or add other decorations to it to personalize it to the area you are going to use it in.
 

Magickal scented "rocks"
Ingredients:
1/2 cup plain white flour
1/2 cup salt
1/4 teaspoon essential oil (your favorite scent, or scents to enhance your Magickal Needs)
2/3 cup boiling water
food coloring (if desired, and to desired color)

Step one: In a large mixing bowl, mix dry ingredients well
Step two: Add essential oil and water to dry ingredients (slowly) the aroma will be intense for a few minutes, but will soon fade slightly.
Step three: For colored stones, blend in food coloring one drop at a time until desired color is reached.
Step four: Blend all ingredients together (should be moist enough to "clump together" but not drippy.)
Step five: Allow stones to dry.
Once stones are completely dry (should take approximately 24 hours) place them in a decorative bowl or box. You can also make the "stones" smaller for things like sachets to hang in your car, closet, bathroom, etc.
These make wonderful inexpensive, handmade gifts for friends and relatives, they also make fantastic focal points for Magickal workings.

Full Moon Names  

January -- Storm Moon
A storm is said to rage most fiercely just before it ends, and the year usually follows suit.  

February -- Chaste Moon
The antiquated word for pure reflects the custom of greeting the new year with a clear soul.  

March -- Seed Moon
Sowing season and symbol of the start of the new year.  

April -- Hare Moon
The sacred animal was associated in Roman legends with springtime and fertility.  

May -- Dyad Moon
The Latin word for a pair refers to the twin stars of the constellation of Castor and Pollux.  

June -- Mead Moon
During late June and most of July the meadows, or meads, were mowed for hay.  

July -- Wort Moon
When the sun was in Leo, the worts (from the Anglo-Saxon wyrt plant) were gathered to be dried and stored.  

August -- Barley Moon
Persephone, virgin Goddess of rebirth, carries a sheaf of barley as a symbol of the harvest.  

September -- Blood Moon
Marking the season when domestic animals were sacrificed for winter provisions. Libra's full moon occasionally became the Wine Moon when a grape harvest was expected to produce a superior vintage.  

October -- Snow Moon
Scorpio heralds the dark season when the sun is at its lowest and the first snows fly.  

November -- Oak Moon
The sacred tree of the Druids and the Roman God Jupiter is most noble as it withstands winter storms.  

December -- Wolf Moon
The fearsome nocturnal animal represents the "night" of the year.  

The Blue Moon -- Variable
A Blue Moon occurs when the moon with its 28 day cycle appears twice within the same calendar month, due to that month's 31 day duration. Many consider the Blue Moon to be a goal moon where you set specific goals for yourself.

The Black Moon -- Variable
A Black Moon occurs when there are two dark cycles of the moon in any given calendar month. It is believed that the second dark moon of a time of great power within the spiritual world and any magick worked during this time is especially powerful.

The Celtic Tree Calendar  

Beth (Birch) December 24 to January 20  

Luis (Rowan) January 21 to February 17  

Nion (Ash) February 18 to March 17  

Fearn (Alder) March 18 to April 14  

Saille (Willow) April 15 to May 12  

Uath (Hawthorn) May 13 to June 9  

Duir (Oak) June 10 to July 7  

Tinne (Holly) July 8 to August 4  

Coll (Hazel) August 5 to September 1  

Muin (Vine) September 2 to September 29  

Gort (Ivy) September 30 to October 27  

Ngetal (Reed) October 28 to November 24  

Ruis (Elder) November 25 to December 22  

December 23 is not ruled by any tree for it is the traditional day of the
proverbial "Year and a Day" in the earliest courts of law.

Moon Magick
compiled from several sources

New Moon: New moon workings can be done from the day of the new moon to three and a half days after.  Magick should be performed between dawn and sunset. Good for: beauty, health, self-improvement; farms and gardens; job hunting; love and romance, networking.  Protection & creates a shield for the beginning of the cycle.
 
Crescent Moon:  From three and one half days after the new moon through the 7th day. Magick worked as the moon rises at midmorning and sets after sunset.
Good for animals, business, change, emotions, matriarchal strength. Represents the zest of life with the aid of stability. Helps bring forth courage & optimism.
 
Waxing Moon:  From seven to ten days after the new moon. Work at sunset.  Good for courage, elemental Magick, friends, luck, motivation. Gives vitality, courage & strength.  Stimulates the heart.
 
Gibbous Moon: From ten to thirteen days after the new moon. Work around 10:00 to 11:00 pm.  Good for patience.  Purity & protection.  Creates atmosphere for meditation, centering. Innocence.
 
Full Moon: Fourteen days after the new moon.  Prime time is midnight.  Good for artistic endeavors, beauty, health, fitness, change and decisions.  Children, competition, dreams, families, health and healing, knowledge, legal undertakings.  Love and romance, money, motivation, protection, and self-improvement.  Light of the sun. It starts to enlighten inner wisdom.  Provides clarity, alertness and optimism. Aligns the right use of will.
 
Disseminating Moon:  Three to seven days after the full moon.  The time of souls is at 3:00 a.m.  Good for addictions, decisions, divorce, emotions, stress, protection.  Builds knowledge, sharing, calming, vocal statement and communication. Aids in
meditation and enhances inner attunement.
 
Waning Moon: From seven to ten days after the full moon. The waning moon rises at midnight and sets at noon.  Good for addictions, divorce, health and healing, banishing disease, stress protection. Transformation from negative vibrations to positive.  Balances the energy with in the body and helps the mind and body flow
more easily with life.
 
Dark Moon:  From eleven to fourteen days after the full moon.  Timing is best at 10:00 a.m.  Good for addictions, change, divorce, enemies, justice, obstacles, quarrels, removal, separation, stopping stalkers and theft.  Universal love of self and others.  Draws love to you and removes sorrows and past hurts.  Calming, protective, serene. Improves relationships.

Helpful Websites

The Pagan Library

The Cauldron

Pagan/Wiccan at About.com

Beliefnet, Earth Based Religions

BBC - Religion and Ethics