Once in a Blue Moon

There have been facts and fiction written, and shared through oral traditions, about Blue Moons. Today, our definition is scientific (albeit, based on writer error) based on our ever-increasing knowledge about the universe where we live. According to David Wilton’s fabulous Word Origins website, the phrase Blue Moon probably started with an anonymous poem from…

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Merry Meet 2015

There may be interesting work coming out of Covenant of the Goddess (CoG) during their annual conference, MerryMeet 2015. MerryMeet 2015 will be held in Ontario, California from August 13-16, 2015! The National Covenant of the Goddess annual event features advanced workshops, magickal vendors, Murder Mystery, rituals – and did I mention networking.  Meet Pagan…

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Lunar eclipse a time for reflection

On April 4, 2015 there will be a total lunar eclipse which will be visible in Southern California. Also referred to as Blood Moon. According to The Witchipedia, A total lunar eclipse occurs when the moon passes completely into the Earth’s shadow (umbra) and is thus should be completely darkened, but due to the way…

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Remembering ancestors through traditional foods

There are many traditions for Samhain such as ancestor alters, costumes, and especially food and drink. One way we remember our ancestors is through the making of our favorite foods for Samhain. The ingredients may have meaning, as well as the process used to combine and bake/cook these tasty treats. Here are a couple of…

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Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana)

Did you ever wonder why your grandmother recommended Witch Hazel (Hamemelis virginiana) for your teenage skin problems over any of the commercial treatments?  She would have also recommended Witch Hazel to her friends for problems with varicose veins.  Just the name “Witch Hazel” conjures up images of the wise crone woman dispensing healing wisdom for…

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