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Any Witches Here? Part 9.

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speakout · 14/07/2019 12:13

Or Wiccans. or Pagans? Or anyone who is interested in a magical path or feels some magical stirrings.

A place for support, learning, swapping ideas and magical inspiration.

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speakout · 12/10/2019 08:32

Good morning sisters.

A beautiful still morning, the most amazing apricot sunrise, just sitting having a second- decaf this time!- coffee.
Oh and DD have left to take her to her Saturday job, only 5 hours today, but her rate of pay is huge- not bad for a 19 year old student. She is a living example of having an open heart, loving and kind to everyone.
BlankTimes I love your example of dancing with Orion, what playful imagery. It has been cloudy here for days, but I will look out next time skies are clear.
Just about to do some work while waiting for OH to get back, then out shopping with OH for a couple of hours until lunch time. May pop into my favourite charity shop in the next small town, always a treat in store!
Passing along some magical dust for everyone.

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YashmisCrone · 12/10/2019 14:31

Loving this magical dust- I’m seeing it as stardust- a twinkling pathway to BlankTimes’ dance with Orion across the cosmos ☺️ Absorbing it with gratitude and passing it along 💫

I’m very much enjoying the beautiful images being shared too. BlankTimes, that black cat is one I’ve looked at myself and the uffington white horse is very meaningful to me 🙏

Wonderful to hear of the revelling in the beauty of the change of seasons and of the abundance of having an open heart. speakout I believe this is a gift you have passed to your DD. No better teacher than the embodiment of the goddess that you are.

I’m enjoying a quiet day, pottering and reflection. Jobs to be done but they’re getting done with flow.

Thinking of Violet giving readings today. I’m sure those on the receiving end will be uplifted and blessed.

Love to all x

YashmisCrone · 12/10/2019 22:15

Just read this about tomorrow’s full moon energy- sounds very liberating. 🌕

I like the idea of the ritual they suggest too- coconut oil/essential oil potions sound like a lovely idea to me!

foreverconscious.com/intuitive-astrology-october-full-moon-2019

AutumnRose1 · 12/10/2019 22:45

Ooh I have the Lisa Parker cat print

Now I want the hare print too!

I wish I could see the moon, alas there's only big rain and clouds.

speakout · 13/10/2019 07:11

Good morning.

I had a deep dream filled sleep last night, under the rays of the (nearly) full moon.
Tonight the moon should be spectacular, thans for the link YashmisCrone , it's very informative.
I have a small batch of rose and violet candles to finish off his morning, a gym class, then a day of pottering and work.
I want to do a house cleansing later this afternoon to make way for the full moon.
I will also set some containers to make full moon water and sort out any stones and crystals that I want cleansed.

Happy full moon day everyone.

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VioletCharlotte · 13/10/2019 14:17

Good afternoon. Today is the third day in a row we've had relentless rain. I'm spending the day in a similar way to you Speakout, cleansing and clearing the house to invite in the energy from the full moon. There's not much chance I'll see it, but I know she's still there so want to make the most of her energy. I'm looking forward to a salt bath tonight and some meditation. Thank you for sharing that link Yashmis. I may well make myself a potion 😊

Yesterday's readings went well, I thoroughly enjoyed the morning. As ever, I'm in awe of the power of spirit. I'm hoping my recipients went away feeling comforted/ uplifted.

Thanks for sharing the Hannah Willow images Salem and the beautiful calendar Blanktimes. I may well be adding that to my Christmas list.

Blessings for a peaceful afternoon 🙏

BlankTimes · 13/10/2019 15:14

Fingers crossed that the moon will be visible tonight, I never tire of looking either directly at her or at things she enhances with her light.
Does anyone have any selenite, either raw pieces or slices or polished? I'm convinced that mine seem more noticeable in a room when it's a full moon, despite being on a shelf not directly touched by the moonlight. The polished slices have an optical effect, creating a yellow ring around any bright light-source.
Selenite is relatively inexpensive, think this is the largest crystal formation ever seen, interestingengineering.com/the-worlds-largest-crystals-mexicos-cave-of-the-giant-selenite-crystals

There are some lovely items available for seasonal gifts, I often go on and on about my moon diary, I missed out one year as they'd sold out, so if anyone's interested, I get mine and other moon things from here. 2020 items just arrived in stock.
www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=2146414349#comments

YashmisCrone · 13/10/2019 16:09

Wow! Those crystal caves Shock
Amazing 💜

Just flying by with another full moon idea! 🌕💫

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VioletCharlotte · 13/10/2019 18:37

Blanktimes I've added that moon diary to my list as well! Those caves are amazing. I love Selenite, I only have a small piece, I find it soothing.

Yashmis that spread looks interesting. Don't think I can muster the energy to get my cards out tonight. After a productive day of clearing and cleansing, I'm feeling tired thei evening. Currently relaxing on the sofa with a fluffy blanket and Harry Potter on TV.

The rain has finally stopped and we've been treated to a gorgeous sunset 😊 Maybe I will get to see the full moon after all 🤞

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YashmisCrone · 13/10/2019 19:58

What a beautiful sunset Violet! 💖

🤞for a moon siting. No chance here but I can feel the energy 🌕

YashmisCrone · 13/10/2019 20:07

Full moon blessings sisters. May you feel her release and move forward with a warrior spirit x

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Woodlandwitch · 13/10/2019 23:55

I just landed back in England and during the flight had clear view of the full moon. It felt quite special being there above the clouds

speakout · 14/10/2019 06:14

Good morning.o
Woodlandwitch glad you had a safe trip- what a vantage point to see the full moon.
YashmisCrone that looks an interesting spread, and thank you for the beautiful candles at 8pm last night.
It was raining heavily here, but I still slept well under the power, a long heavy sleep full of dreams.
A work day today, but OH has a day off, so he will take the burden of lifts, cooking etc, My mother is out at a Baptist meeting, so incense and music while I work!
I came across this piece of music
Beautiful ambient/relaxation.
Anders Holte- seems worth investigating Danish composer.
I like many styles of music!!

I hope everyone is uplifted by full moon dust today.

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YashmisCrone · 14/10/2019 08:38

Good morning,
The start of a new week again, they seem to be flying by so fast!
Lovely to come here and hear of a close encounter with the full moon and find new music to listen to. Thank you.

Enjoy your incense and slightly lighter load today speakout I was burning frankincense last night and the house smells lovely this morning.

I heard about ‘Void of course’ moons last night. Never heard about it before and not sure I fully understand but it’s interesting to learn about different schools of thought.

www.lunarium.co.uk/articles/void-of-course.jsp

I tend to work intuitively anyway, will feel when the time is right for a ritual or spell. So if it does feel right I’ll then look up planetary and other influences and harness what is there. This one is new to me- I’d be interested to hear if it’s something that others observe in their work.

Happy Monday everyone 💫

speakout · 14/10/2019 09:31

I'll read that article when I have time YashmisCrone- thanks.

I hadthe most magical journey to my early morning yoga this morning.
It was before sunrise but the moon was so bright and magnificent. It had been snowing too, so the landscape was twinkling with reflected moonlight- it was beyond beautiful.

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VioletCharlotte · 14/10/2019 11:14

Speakout
Wow, that sounds so beautiful. Well worthy getting up early for.

More rain and grey skies here today. I'm working from home, drinking coffee and burning candles to keep my spirits up. The moon wasn't visible last night, but I felt her powerful energy and slept deeply.

Thank you for sharing that link Yashmis. I'll have a read later.

Blessings to you all 🙏

littleninja · 14/10/2019 12:08

Happy Monday to you all. Thanks once again for all your uplifting posts.
I spent my weekend doing things for others which I love to do, but it has left me feeling quite drained so a quiet day inside for me watching and listening to the raindrops against the window.
I spent some time in the forest last week, such a special place, I couldn't resist hugging several trees and harnessing some of their strength and wisdom. Sending and sharing this beautiful energy with those of you who need a little boost this week.

InTheTempest · 14/10/2019 17:32

Are there any spells for warding off sick bugs? 😩

Poor DD had someone throw up on her at school today. She was a real star about it, I'm just convinced she will come down with it. Hope not for her sake but selfishly I could really, really do without it this week.

Yashmis I've heard of the moon being void of course but again not sure I fully understand it so looking forward to reading that.

speakout · 15/10/2019 06:31

Good morning, another night of deep sleep and turbulent dreams.
InTheTempest I hope your DD is well, washing her clothes well and a bath sould do the trick.
Morning are so dark here now, of course we notice more around the time of the equninox, the time of greatest daylight change.
I love how the rate of daylight change is a sine curve, our ancient geomancers knew something of calculus, an would have witnessed the same phenomenon.
Such elegance and magic in numbers.

I hope everyone finds time to nurture themselves today.

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InTheTempest · 15/10/2019 07:46

Speakout thank you, she was fine overnight, I'm hoping that both DC manage to avoid this one. She was showered and disinfected when she got home yesterday! Mainly for their sakes, I feel selfish admitting for mine too. I am mentally exhausted at the moment and this weekend is the first childfree time I will have in a very long time. Well, childfree for a weekend with plans. I'm not working today and planning to have a very relaxed day at home whilst they are at school.

I am actually enjoying the nights lengthening, and feeling autumn is fully here. Bought some mini pumpkins from Aldi yesterday, going to start making a display with them I think.

speakout · 15/10/2019 09:56

InTheTempest

It isn't selfish at all for acknowledging your needs- in fact it is paramount.

I remember Aldi mini pumpkins last year- they were lovely. I must pop in and see what they have

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FullMoony · 15/10/2019 11:58

Thank you speakout. I know my needs are important too. I guess there's a feeling of guilt- of course I love having time with them but it's intense being a single mum and this weekend I have plans that can only go ahead if they are with ex.

I have a 'friend' who I see every now and then. But I don't have him round when the DC are here as wouldn't be right. I've been looking forward to seeing him this weekend as well, feel guilty for it though.

speakout · 15/10/2019 12:22

Perhaps some energy or spell work directed to self love?

We can have different emotions simultaneously.

Having a sick child is awful for the child, and we feel empathy, want to care, give love.
That does not mean that we have to enjoy having our plans cancelled or enjoy cleaning up sick.
We can still feel disappointed if plans are cancelled , even if it is due to something like a sick child who is at no fault.

Nurturing yourself gives you a stronger ability to nurture others.
Many of us carve out time to do this in order to bear life burdens.

You could write your name in dust in some places in my home, but that doesn't mean I will give up my yoga class or woodland walk to create cleaning time.

Being a single parent is full on, and you have to keep your own cup full.
Meeting your friend, time out with others, time away from your child - these things are all necessary to enable you to give more energy and love to your child.

It seems reverse logic, but in practice it works.

I am sure it has been posted, but there is a well known scenario of a parent sitting with a baby on an aircraft, the plane loses altitude and the oxygen masks pop down.
A parents' instinctive reaction is to put the oxygen on the baby before her own, but in fact ( and airlines advise too) that the parent should put on her own mask first before that of the baby's.

The logic- if the mother loses consciousness first she is of no use to the baby- putting her own mask on first gives the best chance of a good outcome for both.

I think that is a good analogy.
Of course there is a whole lot other ideas about heart opening and abundance, but bring your guilt out into the light.
Beasts like guilt hate the light of day.
THey tend to shivel up.

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InTheTempest · 15/10/2019 13:44

Speakout that is a fantastic analogy and it's very true.

I do carry a lot of guilt as a mother, that I'm not as good a mother as before the separation and all the stress that came with it. Our home had to be sold, i went back to work, it has been very intense. I've not been 'present' enough but I love them to bits. I struggle with having energy to play with them. I used to read to them all the time and this has also suffered, especially when I'm working and don't get in til late. But I try to do fun things with them, make memories and go nice places with them. They are wonderful, resilient children, I'm in awe of how they've taken everything in their stride.

Self love is important for us, particularly in challenging times.

I remember discussing on these threads about our children and the involvement and awareness they may or may not have of witchy things. I don't push anything but I don't really hide anything either, and my daughter in particular has a real affinity with it. It feels like something we can share together. One of their favourite books is Luna Moon Hare and at every festival I read it to them. I enjoy this so much.

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agapanthus1979 · 16/10/2019 08:13

Hello. Hope you don't mind me being here. @speakout suggested it might be a good place for me.
I'm new to this world, and would be really grateful for any insights or guidance as I begin to explore my witch side.
Thank you.
Ags.