Raven Scout - A Modern Book of Shadows - Crystals, Magic Spells, Potions & Pagan Prayers

Chippie of the Day - Moonstone - Moon

2006-03-21T08:04:00.000-07:00

Moonstone - The Moon

Moonstone - the Stone of Balance & Intuition. Let the calming effect of this crystal make you more conscious of your feelings.

Feeling troubled, disturbed, even anxious?
The kind of feelings that come to us in the darkest part of the night...

If you've lost your path, be careful not to let Illusion lead you astray. Use the white light of the moon to guide you back to your path, letting it inspire and enchant you - as the moon holds the promise that all you imagine can be yours.

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Chippie of the Day - Spinel - Eight of Coins

2006-03-20T08:40:00.000-07:00

Spinel - Eight of Coins

Spinel - the Stone of Will Power... you are going to need this crystal's powerful vibrations as you tackle challenges - work with this stone to become more knowledgeable and purposful.

Keep working away at it! You're almost done!

You are hammering away... in the middle of a project, family difficulty, seeking external knowledge or unpleasant duty... it is absorbing all your attention, forcing you to pretty much isolate yourself from others in order to concentrate.

The key to success is extraordinary effort - hard work and attention to detail. Look for errors and tie up your loose ends.

Give it your all in every way!

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Chippie of the Day - Rhodochrosite - Page of Cups

2006-03-12T07:38:00.000-07:00

Rhodochrosite - Page of Cups

A Stone of Love and Emotion, this crystal contains the blood of our ancestoral rulers.

You may have to fight for what you need in love or family relationships, but in the end it is much better than second best.

Rhodochrosite relieves emotional pressures and disloves energy blocks resulting in more openess and spiritualization.

This stone will help children maintain links to home at the same time encouraging self-reliance and independance.

Be Emotional - Be Intuitive - Be Intimate - Be Loving

The Page of Cups is cupid bringing you opportunities for love. When he appears he delivers deep emotions that will pull your heartstrings. A young-at-heart adult whose interactions with you involve emotional needs, love, or spirituality.

Your entire situation is infused with the spirit of love and emotion, feel free to express and enjoy your feelings of love and emotion.

Smudge the crystal with rose incense to recharge it's energies.

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Chippie of the Day - Iron Knight of Wands

2006-03-09T08:41:00.000-07:00

This metal drives us to activity. It animates, strengthens and grinds.
Iron represents courage (weapons)
Protection (armour)
Desire for action (tools)

Full of energy and not afraid of life - you are going for the gusto today. Balance is needed though as this energy doesn't provide deep commitment and can prove to be reckless and irresponsible.

In a rut? try something new. Planning every detal? Wing it this time.

Introduce yourself to a world of adventure, excitement and risk.

Chippie of the Day - Dioptase

2006-03-03T20:26:00.000-07:00

Dioptase - Ace of Coins

Now is not the time for fantasy, drama or daring - it is a time to be real and centered.

The intense green of the Dioptase crystal shows us the creative power of nature. Bringing us creativity and an abundance of new ideas and impressions.

The seed of productivity has been planed in your life although you may not even recognize it.

Improve your health drawing to you what you need. Ground yourself to the real world and seek out comfortable reliable experiences that make you feel secure.

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chippie of the day - agate

2006-02-14T09:13:00.000-07:00

Agate - Queen of Coins
Vision Quest for Truth

Agate connects us with the earth, the material world and reality - teaching us sensitivity in dealing with our fellow human beings and prudent choice of words in conversation. Agate helps us in the search for truth so it will help you accept unpleasant circumstances.

Do unto others...

Are you feeling warm and caring towards others? Do you feel generous? Are you being sensible? can you be counted on when times are tough?Be resourceful and keep your confidences and secrets

Chippie of the Day - Pink Tourmaline

2006-02-13T08:54:00.000-07:00

Red/Pink Tourmaline (Rubellite) - Ten of Wands

Free yourself from pressure.
Let this Stone of Love send pink healing rays of light to relieve your stressful, overburdened situation or open the disappointed closed heart.

The ten of wands is a sign that you are pushing yourself too hard. Your endless rounds of duties and tasks will have to be lightened for the sake of your health. Even if you love your work you may be too focused in one area. Balance your life with other activities.

Your life is going to be tougher than usual right now, so lighten the load and let other helps you ... you don't have to handle everything!

Chippie of the Day - Chrysocolla

2006-02-09T06:34:00.000-07:00

Chrysocolla (Gem Sillica) - Two of Coins

stone of juggling flexibility & fun

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Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-02-08T01:17:00.000-07:00

Blue Tourmaline (Indigolite) - Four of Coins

Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-02-07T08:47:00.000-07:00

Green Aventurine - High Priestess

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Green Aventurine - The Stone of Composure.

As you hold this stone, let calmness flow through your soul to develop patience. Gazing at the glittering metallic inclusions will stimulate your intuition and the power of your imagination.

You are challenged to go deeper.

Look beyond the obvious, find what is hidden and obscured. Look to the vastness of your potential and remember the unlimited possibilities you hold within yourself. Access your unconscious and seek guidance from within.

It is not always necessary to achieve your goals - sometimes they can be realized through a stillness that gives desire a chance to flower within the fullness of time.

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Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-02-06T08:28:00.000-07:00

Opal - Two of Swords

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Opal reflects truth, showing us what's going on inside our thoughts... depending on our attitudes, it will mirror both positive and negative -strengthening the quality.

If you are pretending everything is OK - take off the blindfold and look truth in the eye, acknowledge your trouble.

Blocking emotions by keeping another at arm's length, Avoiding the truth by ignoring warning signs, Being at a stalemate because you are unwilling to rock the boat... barriers are not the answer - come out from behind your sword and listen to your opponent.

You need to stay open to find peace and wholeness.

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Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-02-03T08:08:00.000-07:00

Chrysoprase - Four of Wands

Launch Yourself into Freedom
The healing green of the precious Chrysoprase crystal makes us more adaptable and bestows harmony, reduces restlessness and promotes presence of mind.

You'll be doing the 2-Year-Old Happy Dance today -
The thrill of seeing your birthday cake alight with candles, your heart fluttering as you danced with your first love, waiting line line to get on a roller coaster... Each of us has an excited little kid inside waiting to come out. Celebrate! Regnize a success, reflect on your accomplishments take part ina ceremony or rite - cut loose and get caught up in the moment.

Claim the open vistas that are rightfully yours

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Book of Shadows Discussion Board Polls

2006-02-03T07:58:00.000-07:00

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Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-02-02T07:15:00.000-07:00

Topaz - Queen of Wands

Fire Energy
The golden rays of crystaline energy radiating from Topaz brings light, joy and sunny ideas into our life. Inspiring us to have loftier thoughts - liberating our soul and intensifying our concentration.

Your Energy is contagious, and your enthusiasm is total
What a wonderful day this is going to be! Create a powerful first impression, being open and sincere - your inner vibrancy has an encouraging word for all.

Quite self-assurance brings you the knowledge that you can accomplish anything you set your mind to.

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Feb 1... Happy Imbolc!

2006-02-01T20:21:00.000-07:00

Imbolc, February 1st, is the ancient festival of light - reflecting the lengthening of days and the hope of spring. Now is the time to plant the seeds of our hopes and dreams for the coming summer months.

Imbolc is a festival of waxing light and purification, heralding the potential of spring. It is associated with our goddess of the hearth - Brigid. Imbolc is the point at which the old Crone is transformed into the Maiden.

Light candles in each room of your house to honor the returning sun, or in each window from sundown until dawn. This is an appropriate time to cleanse or bless your house, to seek inspiration, and to purify yourself of limiting thoughts and negative attitudes.

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New Discussion Board on BookOfShadows.ca

2006-02-01T12:14:00.000-07:00

Check it out here:
http://bookofshadowsca.proboards51.com/index.cgi

Featured Board is Monthly Devotions - for February the topic is Sacred Symbols and Spaces

Find a time to relax and join in for some magical chatter... create a user ID, pick a custom Avatar (I just added 66 pictrures!) So you can participate in polls and post your experiences, comments and concerns.

Hope to see you there!

Enjoy!

Onatah

Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-02-01T08:29:00.000-07:00

Moonstone - The Moon

The Moon is the light of the realm of shadow and light...

Draw from the balancing and calming effects that Moonstone crystals provide - it will make you more conscious of your feelings and make you aware of your feminine dreamy side which is often neglected in our busy modern world.

The moon guides you to through the unknown so you can let the unusual into your life. However, it is easy to lose our way in the moonlight - be careful not to deceptions and false ideas lead you astray.

Remember where your path lies, and hold fast to your vision of purpose; as you can unexpectedly be thrust into the mysterious fantasy realm of the Moon through drugs, madness or battle.

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Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-31T07:37:00.000-07:00

Amber - King of Coins

Amber fortifies our inner vision aiding in illumination of our soul.

Everything you touch seemingly turns to gold today, finding opportunities everywhere. Keep your commitments, fix something that is broken, invest your money - whatever you choose to do today surround yourself with an atmosphere of steady reliability.

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Book of Shadows.ca - Working on a New Website

2006-01-31T07:05:00.000-07:00

You'll notice that I haven't been really up-to-date with the posts lately... I've been working on a new Book of Shadows website. I'll still be posting Chippie of the Day here, in the meantime check out the new template and let me know what you think. Any suggestions would be great!

Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-30T07:35:00.000-07:00

Labradorite - King of Cups

The shimmering rainbow of colours in a labradorite crystal encourages us to become more familiar with our own wide range of talents - helping us master daily life using our intuition.

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Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-27T08:17:00.000-07:00

Magnetite (Lodestone) - Four of Cups

A good protective stone as magnetite teaches us to perceive and abandon polarities, freeing us from restrictions. It has a balancing and connecting energy.

A period of self-absorption.

Sometimes you fall into it, and you'll miss out on gifts that are being offered - maybe you are meditating, maybe you are stuck in some emotional hydraulics.

If you need this time to focus on yourself because life is too stressful (or if you are sick with a gross cold like i am right now), or if you feel like life is stale because you've simply lost interest in your usual activities - you need something to focus on to engage your mind and heart.

Open yourself to your surroundings

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The Storm and the Enchantment

2006-01-26T22:17:00.000-07:00

The cold air slipped in through her window and washed over her body. Viola pulled her thick feather blanket back up to her chest. The feeling of the heavy cold air caressing her exposed body was strangely arousing, her deep exhale invited the liquid-air hands.

As the strong cool air wrapped itself around her body she pressed her tailbone toward the sky, soothing her back into a beautiful cat stretch. She lowered her blanket, and flexed her seat muscles in anticipation of the next slinky wave of air to stroke her tired body. The heavy air pressed its way up along her arm; she dropped back her shoulder to expose her neck to her invisible seducer.

Her eyes snapped wide open and her breath caught in her throat. As quickly as her pupils dilated, her cool liquid-air lover became weightless and blended with the humid breeze coming in through the window.

Was that a dream? She turned toward the open window; it was dark out, still early in the night. It could have been a dream, she thought as she flexed and stretched her body, the whole experience left her feeling groggy. She sat up on the edge of the bed and massaged the side of her head to relieve some of the tension.

The physical reaction of her body, left her with an uneasy feeling that this was more than a dream. Have her look around her room a bit so we can get the idea of her surrounding. She shakes the experience off as a dream.

She fumbled in the dark for a flint to light her candle, when suddenly the night became day for 4 long eerie seconds. She was left blinded in the darkness as she turned toward her window, jagged lines of white fire seared the sky forcing her to wince and turn away.

The thunder sounded like a giant whip cracking, cutting the heavens in half from where the bolt branded the sky. The sound rolled in a thick mountainous wave, circling away from the burnt air and echoing across the land for minutes afterwards. Viola watched the sickly yellow and gray clouds rolling in the sky, fast and fluid like soup in her cauldron.

Oh, the rain should come soon, she sighed to herself, I better put out a bowl to collect some fresh Element Water, it will make for a nice wash in the morning. She chose a basin she had recently handcrafted, one of a twin set socketed with five bloodstones on the inside of the bowl.

In her bare feet and nightgown, she went outside and placed the bowl in the north corner of the front garden. Miles around, lightning flashes engulfed her land - the boiling sky threatened to bring the storm directly upon her.

She rubbed the sides of her ears; the weighty humid air was so dense that the bones in her face ached. Horses whinnied and screamed in the background of the echoing thunder. She pressed up under her cheeks to try and relieve some of the pressure.

At a time of such elemental passion - wind, water, fire touching down to earth - she wanted to recharge her spirit before the violence of the storm. She dug her toes into the earth and enjoyed the wind lifting and tousling her long wavy hair, the occasional strand playfully slapping her in the face.

Taking a deep breath in, Viola connected with the earth as she rooted herself into a mountain pose. She raised her palms to the heavens, exhaling; she lowered her arms and pressed her palms together in front of her heart.

Viola opened herself to the wind.

Her body was being pulled in two equally opposing directions; the crown of her head lifted towards the sky, while her spine and legs remained firmly rooted to the ground. As the first droplets of rain fell on her face, she felt the reassuring presence of her Ancestors.

Abruptly, the cold slinky air wrapped itself around her body. This time the liquid-air lover didn't bring the promise of bliss, this time it bound her like a slave to it's master.

The cold hands that bound her wrist together, holding them high above her head, seemed to now invade her mind. Black and white images of a tower on a Tor, giant insects, a fence of bones and skulls, and blood pouring down the faces of young men, flashed in her minds eye. She tossed her head from side to side, as if she could shake these violent premonitions from her consciousness.

The cold passion wrapped its way around her body and between her legs; strong invisible fingers entwined her hair and jerked her head back, exposing her neck in an arc of passion. Her body bound invisibly, she choked on a scream as the imagery left her confused and vulnerable to the mix of passion and punishment.

With every heartbeat her blood pulsed hard and hot in her legs and chest. With every breath the cold liquid-air pulled her higher off the ground. With every flashing image her body pressed rhythmically against the seducer's cool hands. Instinctively, she grabbed the leather bag around her neck, a charm she made one day when she was locked in her room.

If I won't let Them have me, I won't let this storm have me either.

Lightning and thunder simultaneously tore from the diseased clouds. The cool thick air abandoned her, letting her drop down to the wet earth. The warm rain washed over her body as she slowly floated into unconsciousness.

Potion of Rejuvenation - A Grounding Potion for Healers

2006-01-26T17:43:00.000-07:00

A Gem Elixir and Animal Essence Potion for Healers

The efforts required in healing are draining for the healer and often times the healer begins to take on the mental and physical ailments of their patients.

The Grounding Potion of Rejuvenation helps the Healing Wizard build an energetic foundation in life based on their highest personal truth. It is a cleansing tonic aiding the wizard to deepen their connection to the Soul of the Earth.

This potion increases self-discipline - removing any responsibility fears.

It will strengthen the sense of self, especially with regard to group dynamics, helping solidify and honor your values. It will also allow you to accept incoming love, and in turn enable you to be fearlessly accountable in outgoing affection.

The Spirit of the Ladybug invokes and embodies spiritual insight, pulling in and grounding higher energies.
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Amethyst - For those who strongly resist any interference with their freedom to make their own decisions and plans.

Bloodstone - Promotes courage, harmony, adaptability to change, centering and grounding, allows oneself to accept the amount of incoming love, and is accountable for affection.

Rose Quartz - Increases self-discipline, removes any responsibility fears.

Pyrite - helps one build an energetic foundation in life based on one's highest personal truth; strengthens one's sense of self, especially with regard to group dynamics and peer pressure; helps one solidify and honor one's values.

Turquoise - attunes the energy field to the ancient wisdom and sacredness inherent in all of life; cleanses and deepens our connection to the Soul of the earth; helps us live a life of simplicity with gratitude and reverence for All.

Ladybug - Invoking & Embodying Spiritual Insight, Spiritual Groundedness, Pulling-In & Grounding Higher Energies.

Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-26T00:11:00.000-07:00

Black Tourmaline (Schorl) - Nine of Wands

Within you are the hidden reserves you need to prevail.

Black tourmaline, (or Schorl, which sounds like a great name for a guy who is going to fight by your side along your vision's quest), gives us stamina. It reconciles the negative forces within and around us by creating spiritual energy. It clarifies our thoughts and reconciles the spiritual with the material.

When I start to have chronic nightmares, I like to set some wards of black tourmaline around my bed - works like a charm... literally!

You've been through some battles, but you are still standing...

Keep going no matter what.
- defensiveness
- perserverance
- stamina

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Ginnungagap

2006-01-25T23:18:00.000-07:00

When we go to the cabin we always use our jail names - The Jacker, Sugar Pussy and Princess. We brought a sack of rune stones and some books on moon spells and healing crystals.

"Did you ever see Caddyshack when Bill Murray starts telling the story about golfing with the Dali Llama, and the Llama's ball goes in this giant pit and he says 'Ginnungagap'... ya, well this books says that ancient Norse mythology believes the world was formed in this giant pit called the Ginnungagap."

"That's funny. I'm gonna take a leak." The Jacker - always a delight - with a splif in one hand a beer in the other, heads for the door doing his best Bill Murray gopher huntin' impression.

"Uhhh... why does he always go off the balcony?"

"Because us guys can."

Sticking out my tongue I slap Sugar Pussy on the ass as he heads out to join The Jacker.

It's quiet tonight. The Waning Moon was having it's affect on the forest floor.

Princess randomly drew a few crystals from my leather sack. She drew in a short breath - Lepidolite, turquoise and Phrenite... Protection stones."

"Hey guys let's go for a walk." She put the crystals in her pocket and grabbed a few bottles.

The guys, ever mindful of the environment, twisted off the caps and tossed them on the ground.

The Jacker passed me his splif, "The sky is odd tonight."
"Ya, its starting a new phase, and old ones are dying off." I passed the splif and the Lepidolite - the most powerful of the three stones - to Sugar Pussy. "Keep it" she whispered. He caught my eye. He never questioned, he's always trusted my instincts with the crystals.

"Whoa, check out this staff Princess, it's got rune words carved in it, and it looks like there's some stones socketed into it." The Jacker started to parade around the forest with the staff, as if leading an invisible marching band.

"It looks pretty old man, let's see it it's for real."

The Jacker stopped his show, came to attention and spiked the staff into the earth. "With this staff I will command earth, wind, fire and spirit around me."

Our laugh was cut off as The Jacker was struck to the ground instantly dead. Smoke billowing from his empty eye sockets.

Sugar Pussy knelt beside his dead friend's body, "What should we do?"

"I think we gotta throw it in the Ginnungagap."

Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-25T08:27:00.000-07:00

Sodalite - Page of Coins

Revel in the delights of being alive on the Earth at this time!

Sodalite enables us to think deep thoughts and help replace old ways of thinking into new ones. It will bring our mind into a state of equilibrium, promoting logical thought.

The crystal energies from sodalite will connect us with the material world, helping us turn our objectives into reality and therefore strengthening our character.

The Page of Coins wandering around with you toaday will present you with an opportunity to experience wealth and solid achievement... when you see this opportunity act on it!

Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-24T08:15:00.000-07:00

Moldavite - The Star

Have faith in the future.

Moldavite crystals help us once again perceive the lost purpose in life and release constricting thought patterns. Meditate with this stone to create new insight and inspiration on how to approach your problem's solution.

Look to the Stars. In your darkest moments you need to know that there is hope, that there is light at the end of the tunnel. You will find peace of mind.

Remember: The Stars are inspiring, but they don't have practical solutions or final answers.

Without hope you cannot acomplish your task - hope is your beginning. You are on the right track, your goals and aspirations are blessed, but to realize them you'll need to take positive action. Use the light of the Star to guide you in your efforts.

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The Grange - The Study Grounds of the Magi

2006-01-23T14:41:00.000-07:00

The Grange is a place where Magi come to enhance their craft as the forest amplifies their natural powers.
You will know when you come upon it's entrance, there is a small hill you descend and you are in. And once you're in you'll know it.

Your senses are overwhelmed.
Your breath becomes thick with life; the songs of birds in the morning and crickets at night are a symphony of spirit and light. The smell of the forest, and sap of the trees is so rich that olfactory visions dance before you. The forest's berries are a slow explosion of ecstasy on your pallet. The touch of a rose petal is velvet and the prick of the thorn is as hot as a sword strike.

Take heed before you enter the Grange as there are two things you should be aware of: the distortion of time, and how to get out of there.

Magic Wand

2006-01-23T14:22:00.000-07:00

Spirit Quest Wand of the Magi

This is one of my favourite magic wands that I've made.

I love the name it whispered to me upon consecration of the wand - Spirit Quest Wand of the Magi.

- Coral and turquoise hanging with the feathers
- Clear Quartz Terminator crystal
- Turquoise Generator crystal

Fun, Pretty & Powerful!

Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-23T00:12:00.000-07:00

Copper - Ten of Cups

Copper is a mineral that amplifies the powers of all the chippies out there. Specifically it strengtherns loving qualities and helps us love ourselves and others. Copper sends vital messages of love, calmness, healing and joy.

Joy goes beyond happiness - it is the feeling that we get when at the deepest level of ourselves, that we are one with all that is, and all is good. Don't let the trials of daily life blind you.

Joy exists and it is our birthright.

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Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-22T06:04:00.000-07:00

Chalcedony - nine of cups

Stone of Composure
This stone enhances our power of expression and helps overcome speaking inhibitions. Hold it during speeches and meetings to avoid misunderstandings. Use this stone to calm your mind.

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Female Salts of Power - Ritual Bath Salt

2006-01-21T06:59:00.000-07:00

Relax and rejuvinate your personal powers in this stimulating bath potion.

Essential Herbs:
Bergamot oil - Prosperity, Sesuality & Protection
Ginger - Healing & Strength
Bayleaf - most powerful of herbs, Wisdom, Love and Balance.

Other Ingredients:
Sea Salt
Milk Powder
Oatmeal

filed > Book of Shadows> Ritual Bath Salts

Chippie of The Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-21T06:33:00.000-07:00

Quartz Crystal - Ace of Swords

The vibrations from clear quartz helps us think clearly. It symbolizes intelligence, clarity and fortitude.

A seed of opportunity has been planted in your life - examine your life and focus this crystal's clean sharp energy. Examine your situation objectively, commit to being honest and ethical to yourself, and resolve to set your problems straight.

Crystal Mantra:
I have the inner resources to overcome all obstacles - this is my promise.

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Magic Potions - Index

2006-01-20T14:14:00.000-07:00

Magic Potions, Gem Elixirs & Animal Essences for Witches, Wizards and Pagans

War Wizard Potion of Clarity - Crystal & Animal Essences
Grounding Poition of Rejuvenation - Gem Elixir & Animal Essence for Healers

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Herbal Charm - House Blessing

2006-01-20T13:48:00.000-07:00

Creating offerings to the Guardians that dwell in our houses are a great way to ensure our homes are blessed. Mix contents and pour into a muslin bag and hang in a central location in your home.
Ingrediants:
- Lavender
- Rose Buds
- Sandlewood oil
- Cedar ships
- Orris root (ground)

The herbs in this House Blessing mixture focus on energies of:
Harmony & Balance - lavender (peace), rose (compassion) & sandalwood (fidelity)
Protection - orris
Prosperity - cedar

Add a crystal to the mixture to enhance the energies, since I run a business out of my house I added a Tiger Eye the mix of herbs.

Beautiful scent, enjoy!

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Requests? Crystal / Tarot Divination, Spells, Charms, Crystal Combos

2006-01-20T08:17:00.000-07:00

The best way to expand my Book of Shadows is by crafting for others.

Contact me at blog_onatah@yahoo.ca if you would like a crystal or tarot reading, some advice on which crystal energies work best together for specific purposes, help with writing some of your own devotionals / prayers...

I am working on creating some dream pillows right now for:
- remembering your dreams
- Lucid dreaming
- guarding against nightmares

I'll let you know how that works out... if you have any suggestions post away!

Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-20T07:39:00.000-07:00

Aquamarine - The Hanged Man

Look at the other side of the coin today.
Whether you have been at a standstill, or you've recently made a forced break, a new strength is growing inside of you as you grasp a new awarenss. However, yes things aren't always as clear-cut as we'd like them to be... Certain truths are hidden in their opposites, we 'control' by letting go, we 'win' by surrendering.

The best approach to soving a problem is not always the most obvious one, when we most want to force our will on someone - that is the time to surrender, when we most want to have our own way - that is the time we should sacrifice, when we most want to act - that is the time to wait.

By making these contradictory moves we will find what we are looking for.

Watch for these traps today:
- boredom
- pre-mature reactions
- over-estimating your capabilities

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Magic Crystal Wands

2006-01-19T17:16:00.000-07:00

Here are some crystal wands I made - click the image to see more detail

Car Protection Charm - Crystal Magic Spells

2006-01-19T08:53:00.000-07:00

Moonstone -Safe night driving, protects against road rage, also protects travelers.

Turquoise - Hide this stone in your garage or near entrances to your home and car to repelintruders.

Green Aventurine - Helps to prevent accidents owing to haste or carelessness.

Blue Calcite - This stone is a deterrent against crime; place it near your door to help deter thieves or vandals.

Chrysocolla - Use it to bring a gentle but effective force fieldaround the home guarding against unpleasantor intrusive neighbours.

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Father's Ancestoral Charm - Magic Spells for Father's Day

2006-01-19T08:24:00.000-07:00

There are so many 'firsts' for you this year, included in these now is Father'sDay. From Son to Husband to Father you have your own Trinity of Love.
The good Spirits have blessed you with a precious little girl/boy.

Affirmation
A Father, I am, such as it be.
Understanding and love emerge from me.
May the universe to my children reveal,
The love I possess, the way I feel.

Crystal Energies & Vibrations
Blue Celestine - Do not fill your mind with worries about what might happenin the future, as this may prevent you from enjoying and gaining full benefit from the present situation.

Clear Fluorite - Increases telepathic link between you and your child.

Angelite - Increases telepathic link with your loved ones.

Tree Agate - Strengthens family roots, links with places of origin andmaintains family traditions.

Dedication to the Ancestors
Spirits of the Ancestors do you see what has been done?
A child has been born to continue your line.
Once again, a link is forged in the ancient chainand we are all connected that much tighter.
Bless this child, then; she/he carries your memory forward to the future.

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Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-19T07:23:00.000-07:00

Turquoise - Nine of Coins

Turquoise - always best given as a gift - provides purity of thought leading to greater wisdom. The vibrations of this crystal promotes creativity through the power of your imagination. Meditate on this crystal's rich colouring, and open yourself to the abundance and beauty of nature - joy and success will grow within you.

Maintain an optimistic outlook today and you can look forwad to:
- Profit & financial success
- Growth, satisfaction & abundance

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Wiccan Rede - The Counsel of the Wise Ones

2006-01-18T22:47:00.000-07:00

The Wiccan Rede is a counsel which sums up the ethics Wicca.

Bide the Wiccan Laws ye must In Perfect Love and Perfect Trust.
Live an' let live - Fairly take an' fairly give.

Cast the Circle thrice about To keep all evil spirits out.
To bind the spell every time - Let the spell be spake in rhyme.

Soft of eye an' light of touch - Speak little, listen much.

Deosil go by the waxing Moon - Sing and dance the Wiccan rune.
Widdershins go when the Moon doth wane, An' the Werewolf howls by the dread Wolfsbane.
When the Lady's Moon is new, Kiss thy hand to Her times two.
When the Moon rides at Her peak Then your heart's desire seek.

Heed the Northwind's mighty gale - Lock the door and drop the sail.
When the wind comes from the South, Love will kiss thee on the mouth.
When the wind blows from the East, Expect the new and set the feast.
When the West wind blows o'er thee, Departed spirits restless be.

Nine woods in the Cauldron go - Burn them quick an' burn them slow.
Elder be ye Lady's tree - Burn it not or cursed ye'll be.

When the Wheel begins to turn - Let the Beltane fires burn.
When the Wheel has turned a Yule, Light the Log an' let Pan rule.

Heed ye flower bush an' tree - By the Lady Blessed Be.
Where the rippling waters go Cast a stone an' truth ye'll know.

When ye have need, Hearken not to others greed.
With the fool no season spend, Or be counted as his friend.

Merry meet an' merry part - Bright the cheeks an' warm the heart.
Mind the Threefold Law ye should - Three times bad an' three times good.

When misfortune is enow, Wear the Blue Star on thy brow.
True in love ever be Unless thy lover's false to thee.

Eight words ye Wiccan Rede fulfill
- An' it harm none, Do what ye will.

- by Lady Gwen Thompson

Charms - Index

2006-01-18T10:35:00.000-07:00

Magic Charm Bags - Index

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Crystals - Index

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Crystals, Stones & Gems - Healing Vibrational Energy from the Earth

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Magic Healing Vibrations of Crystals - Fertility

2006-01-18T10:15:00.000-07:00

Selenite - A stone of fertility, pregnancy and motherhood. Selenite protects the health of the would-be mother, the pregnant woman and the unborn child until it is able to leave the mother happily.

Mother of Pearl - Is a stone of preconception, pregnancy, birth and motherhood. Traditionally mother-of-pearl was placed on a newborn infant’s stomach for a few seconds to endow her with the protection of the mother even when the mother leaves the child with another care giver.

Chrysocolla - Is often called the women’s stone, because it heals all female-specific problems, especially those related to hormones and reproduction, from puberty right through to the end of a women’s earthly life. It will ease the process of childbirth if held during labour.

Carnelian - A stone of fertility and male potency, carnelian can relieve PMS and menopausal symptoms. Carnelian brings abundance in every way to the home and family.

Red Jasper - helps with menstrual problems and menopausal difficulties. It also increases energy and stamina and is good for anemia in the blood.

Red Tiger Eye - helps tired blood to rejuvenate and restores natural rhythms to the female menstrual cycle. It also increases male potency.

Bloodstone - An excellent women’s stone, bloodstone relieves menstrual and menopausal symptoms and helps women keep up their strength in labour.

More on fertility magic > Fertility Charm > Visualizations > Affirmations

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Crystal Charm Bag - Fertility

2006-01-18T09:55:00.000-07:00

This has become a very popular Crystal Charm Bag that I've been creating for people lately. More fertility magic spells at the end of post.

There are three elements you need to exercise to summon the powerful magic within yourself - Affirmation, Visualization and Spiritual Petition.

This charm bag provides you with the necessary tools to meditate on.

A Spiritual Petition to the Goddess will help you open your mind and soul to the power and wisdom of our ancient ancestors, and invoke their guiding hands in your magic.

The Crystals are considered magical as they naturally radiate various fertility and healing properties, I have charged additional working energies into each crystal to begin visualization exercises.

Bind Runes are made up of combinations of two or more rune-staves (rune word), bind-runes expand and further refine the power and aim of runic formulas. Ingwaz Bercano – The Fertility & Creativity Bind Rune, is readyto be carried in your purse, put under your pillow or hold it in your hand to help you focus in your visualizations.

The Affirmations will help you focus on positive creative visualizations. This is the core of magic. Almost anyone can do the research and put together a set of magical tools/spells. It is only a few who are willing to surround themselves with blessed white light and creatively visualize what they want in their life, call upon the power of the Elements and Ancestors, and actually wield magic in their own behalf.

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Chippie of the Day

2006-01-18T07:33:00.000-07:00

Green Tourmaline - Six of Wands

Things to look forward to today:
- Victory
- Successful completion
- Good news

Let the green tourmaline ease mental blocks and define relations with other people. By removing outdated thought patterns - making room for creativity and new goals - high standing and affluence will follow. _____________________________

Interesting how for the past three days tourmaline has been my stone... I've been engaged in locking down a large business deal, and at the same time working on this blog and my new website BookofShadows.ca http://www.bookofshadows.ca/ - obviously the vibrational energies of tourmaline has been my guide through this period involving a lot of writing and balance of business and creativity.

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War Wizard Potion of Clarity

2006-01-17T16:56:00.000-07:00

Gem Elixir and Animal Essence
Carnelian - Citrine - Lapis Lazuli - Rutilated Quartz - Turquoise - Big Horn Sheep

The elixir is especially powerful for War Wizards who use the power of Confusion to battle their enemies. The War Wizard Potion of Clarity is the perfect elixir to take into battle as it promotes self-healing, precision alignment with higher sources of energy and increases physical energy and personal power. This wizard potion allows the user to access divine truth and ancient wisdom, which in turn enables the Wizard to have reverence for All, preventing the dissolution of innocents.

A Magic Potion for Wizards who Command Bewilderment Spells
The combination of gems will amplify qualities of concentration, centering and rational mind. The Elixir opens and clears channels of communication; amplifies the ability to hear information from physical and nonphysical sources and clears confusion between hearing and knowing.

For War Wizards
The spirit of the Big Horn Sheep allows the Wizard to claim and express inner power and authority, walk among the ranks with regalness, and attune to mountain wisdom.
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Magic Crystals Make the Potion Stronger

Carnelian- A second chakra stone and one of prosperity, the elixir protects against envy, fear, rage, and dispels sorrow. Stimulates initiative, pro-creation, increasing physical energy, personal power, creativity, and compassion. Dispels apathy and passiveness. Useful to treat neuralgia, gall stones, kidney stones, pollen allergies and colds. Helps heal cuts and abrasions.

Citrine - harmonizes the mental body with higher spiritual laws; increases access to divine truth and intelligence; amplifies qualities of concentration, centering, and rational mind.

Lapis Lazuli - opens and clears channels of communication in the 5th chakra; amplifies the ability to hear information from physical and nonphysical sources; clears confusion between hearing and knowing.

Rutilated Quartz - promotes precision alignment with higher sources of energy and inspiration; helps us physically anchor the ability to access, synthesize, and communicate information from other dimensions.

Turquoise - attunes the energy field to the ancient wisdom and sacredness inherent in all of life; cleanses and deepens our connection to the Soul of the earth; helps us live a life of simplicity with gratitude and reverence for All.

Bighorn Sheep - An animal essence for Claiming and Expressing Inner Power and Authority, Empowerment, Regalness and Mountain Wisdom.

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Creative Writing - Index

2006-01-17T10:01:00.000-07:00

Creative Writing - Index

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Chippie of the Day

2006-01-17T01:35:00.000-07:00

Silver- Seven of Swords

Silver is a metal which symbolizes fantasy, intellectual quests, dreams and sensibility. It strengthens your intuition and allows us to develop new plans based on our dreams.

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Visualizations - Fertility

2006-01-17T01:30:00.000-07:00

Close your eyes, breathe out three times and imagine walking into a beautiful garden. There you find a tree and a stream of flowing water. Bathe in the water, allowing it to enter and clean all ova, or eggs. Then sit under the tree and enjoy the sunshine and blue sky reflecting through the leaves. Look up to your right and make a prayer for what you want. Do this quickly. Then ask your mate to join you in the garden. Lie down under the tree holding hands. Picture a blue light forming a dome over you. Now go out of the garden holding hands, cradling a child between you.

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Affirmations & Visualizations - Fertility & Moon Blood

2006-01-17T01:20:00.000-07:00

Women who hope not to be pregnant feel relief when their monthly period arrives. For women who had hoped to finally be pregnant, the first stirrings of menstruation lead only to grief and depression. Modern Western Culture perceives menstruation as the antithesis of pregnancy.

Change this.

Understand menstrual blood as the force that activates conception. Menstruation is the flower, the necessary precursor to the fruit of the womb.

Visualize yourself multiplying.
See yourself filled with the soul of the child you desire.

Affirm to yourself everyday that your body is unique and has its own natural cycle and believe that you are in tune with your own, not anybody else’s' menstrual cycle.

I now release all emotional blocks preventing conception. I am now becoming more and more confident about my ability to create.

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Prayers for Pagans - Index

2006-01-17T00:57:00.000-07:00

Prayers for Pagans - Index

A Spiritual Petition for the Goddess
Dedication to the Ancestors - for Father's
Moon Blood - Fertility Affirmation
Healing Waters - Fertility Visualization

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Spiritual Petition

2006-01-17T00:39:00.000-07:00

A Spiritual Petition for the Goddess - good to use in opening fertility magic

Praise to our Goddess
You are the cauldron of wisdom,
From which inspiration flows.
You are the broad Earth,
Which gives birth to all life.
You are the circling Moon,
Ruling the tides of Oceans and Women
You are the endless night sky,
Filled with numberless stars.
You are a grove of birch trees,
Shining in the forest deeps.
You are the Mother of us all,
And I look to you in wonder and awe.

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Chippie of the Day

2006-01-16T07:41:00.000-07:00

Rubellite - Ten of Wands

Let this Stone of Love send pink healing rays of light to relieve your stressful, overburdened situation or open the disappointed closed heart.

Free yourself from pressure.

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Chippie of the Day - Daily Crystal Reading

2006-01-15T05:02:00.000-07:00

Watermelon Tourmaline - The World

A Major Element of Happiness is Wholeness

Watermelon Tourmaline harmonizes the male and female - the active and the intuitive powers within us. Clears the mind and gives openess and repose. Strengthens communication with your Inner Guide helping improve Mastery of Life.

You are in a position to realize your heart's desire through active contribution and service.
Join together to realize your goals. Become involved by sharing your gift, you will feel fulfilled as you take pleasure in life.

To hold the World in our hands, we must give of ourselves to it - that is the Source of True Happiness.

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Drawing Powder - Personal Dusting Powder

2006-01-15T04:36:00.000-07:00

Magnetism of Wealth and Prosperity

Calling the quarters & working in a sacred space, allows for Elemental correspondence to strengthen the end mixture's power. In this setting i mixed together:

1. Cornstarch
2. Ground dry basil
3. Essential oil of basil

Put the ingrediants in a tupperware with a lid, shake it up. Apply with a powder puff (get one at any drug store, I went to London Drugs, they are about $2).

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Drawing Powder - Main Index

2006-01-15T04:31:00.000-07:00

Drawing Powder Main Index

Personal Dusting Powder - increase personal magnetism; wealth, prosperity

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Ritual Bath Salt - Personal Magnetism

2006-01-15T04:14:00.000-07:00

Need to Sell Yourself? Attract More Business?

This ritual bath salt is beneficial for you, if your business depends on your personal magnetism.

Calling the quarters & working in a sacred space, allows for Elemental correspondence to strengthen the end mixture's power. In this setting I ground the following together in a mortar:

1. Sea Salt
2. Ginger - grated fresh
3. Basil - fresh
4. Essential basil oil

Pour into your bath and soak in it the morning of important meetings. In addition you can use Drawing Powder after drying off.

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Ritual Bath Salts - Main Index

2006-01-15T04:07:00.000-07:00

Ritual Bath Salts Main Index

Please note: If you are not a 'bath' person please don't rule out these powerful bathing potions. Fill up your sink with hot water and put your assembled ingrediants in. Sponge on the body potion, or put your face over the sink and a towel on your head to infuse yourself with some aroma therapy.

Personal Magnetism - for business dealings, money draw

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Talismans - Main Index

2006-01-15T03:51:00.000-07:00

Talismans Main Index

Love Cycles Charm

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Book of Shadows - Practical Magic for Pagans

2006-01-15T03:38:00.000-07:00

Book of Shadows - Index

Introduction & Wiccan Rede

Chippie of the Day

2006-01-14T10:27:00.000-07:00

Hematite - King of Wands
The Stone of the Mind is calming and grounding, think of it rooting you to the ground as it provides mental, spiritual and emotional cleansing. It helps with original thinking, boosting our drive and will-power thereby supporting us in carrying out our plans. photo link

Talismans - Love Cycles

2006-01-13T16:28:00.000-07:00

Love is Around the Corner

With Valentine's Day fast approaching, and we don't want any of you to rush your spell-work...

The Love Cycles Charm works best if you already have someone else in your life - maybe you are unsure if this person is 'The One" or maybe you just want to take the love to another level. It is a powerful gift to create for yourself, or to give to a friend who is in need of some 'clearning-up' in that area of their lives.

Begin with some modeling clay (any colour you feel is appropriate, you can get at craft stores - the type that hardenes when dries). Form the base in which you will place all of your crystals. Affix the crystals into the clay - let dry. Imbue with ritual.

1. Conjuring Stone - Amber
2. Psychic Shield - Pink Tourmaline
3. Stone of Passion - Coral
4. Stone of Power - Rhodochrosite
5. Heart Stone - Rose Quartz

The surface layer of magic contained in this charm will enable you to attract love. This is the easiest magic to use. The true magic of the charm is what you decide to do with that love.

Use Amber as your conjuring stone, it will provide you with the mental, emotional and physical state you need to attract successful love--Courage, Prosperity, Success. Only through acknowledging your weakness, can you embrace yourself the way you wish others to embrace you. Amber will rid your spirit of the depression and anxiety you have in your dealings with love.

Pink Tourmaline will block powerful negativity. With this psychic shield in place, your self-image will increase allowing you to open yourself to love, praise and friendship.

The Coral will help to attract passionate love, but more so it's magic is deeper in rewards. By creating psychic invisibility when you need a low profile, the coral will help you discover if the love you've found is pure and true, as you learn the intentions of others.

Rhodochrosite is the power stone that will move you into your 4th phase of love. Fight for the love you want and need, and it will bring you greater happiness in the end. Use it to deepen love ties and increase telepathic communication with lovers, family and pets.

Rose Quartz is your Heart Stone. This crystal you can turn to when you need reconciliation in love. Moreover this crystal is the center of this charm's magic--what you will attain is a gentle and enduring love.

Paladins Dig Wiccan's with Skills

2006-01-13T15:05:00.000-07:00

Book of Shadows - Introduction

I will be sharing some of my special Spells, Potions, Talismans, Amulets and Charms with you here. The Crafting that I outline is just that, a guide - magic is a very personal experience, using your energies and power. You will find that when done right, you will feel empowered and exhausted. Drink lot's of spring water once you are finished. A final word of note, all of these magical practices are only useful for working into the future. Don't mess with the past - casting a spell is just going to make the situation even more confusing.

Spells are a mixture of words, objects and actions. They are chosen because their combined vibrations tune into your purpose. It is a way of collecting, raising and directing energy - it is not a substitute for daily mental and physical activities.

Potions have been brewed since ancient times for various magical purposes. As any kitchen witch will tell you, this form of magic is closely associated with the psychic properties of plants. Most potions are concerned with attracting love, strength and peace.

Talismans are objects imbued with special power to attract or repel certain energies, and can be made to attract protection, love, health or financial success to it's wearer. I have found that after the taliman's purpose has been served they will sometimes crumble, fall apart or become lost.

Charms similar to talismans, however they also contain magical words, chants or symbols written directly on the object, or container (I like to use drawstring bags).

Amulets are worn as jewelery and give the wearer protection.

Horoscope Humour

2006-01-13T11:49:00.000-07:00

I reached it!
Astrology

Q: How many Aries does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Only one, but it takes a hell of a lot of light bulbs.

Q: How many Taurus does it take to change a light bulb?
A: What, me move?

Q: How many Gemini does it take to change a light bulb?
A: 2

Q: How many Cancer does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Only one, but he has to bring his mother.

Q: How many Leos does it take to change a light bulb?
A: A dozen. One to change the bulb, and eleven to applaud.

Q: How many Virgos does it take to change a light bulb?
A: One to clean out the socket, one to dust the bulb, one to install, and two engineers to check the work.

Q: How many Libras does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Libras can't decide if the bulb needs to be changed.

Q: How many Scorpios does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. They LIKE the dark.

Q: How many Sagittarians does it take to change a light bulb?
A: One to install the bulb, and a Virgo to pick up the pieces.

Q: How many Capricorns does it take to change a light bulb?
A: The light's fine as it is.

Q: How many Aquarians does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Have you asked the bulb if it WANTS to be changed?

Q: How many Pisceans does it take to change a light bulb?
A: What light bulb?

Q: How many astrologers does it take to change a light bulb?
A: "Don't ask me now, Mercury's retrograde!

These were collected online. The original authors are unknown

Autoharp - Powerharp for the Bard

2006-01-13T08:13:00.000-07:00

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Healing Vibrations

There is something extremely soothing about playing this instrument. For me it's a combination of three things:

1. It is easy to learn
2. It's an instrument you cradle in your arms to play
3. It touches the spirit of my Inner Bard

I discovered the Autoharp after taking my girls to a children's music class. The children would instinctively gather around the teacher when she pulled out the instrument and they all watched and listened in awe. Even my 6 month old would kick her legs with glee, smiling & singing with the soothing strum.

I found that after playing the Autoharp for only a short amount of time that the vibrational energy that pours through me has opened up a whole new spiritual path. After a discussion with my reiki healer, I realized that this is another beautiful way to get closer to my Inner Guide. As I practice and learn I hear to my harp sing to me, my spirit glides on the mists of the forest in meditative voyages of self discovery.

Sweet.

Some great links & info on AutoHarp:
Brobdingnagian Bards - free mp3s
Play Better Blue Grass - Instruction books (may favs here, here and here)
Autoharp webring - if you've looked up anything on the autoharp before you've been here...
Harp has power to soothe, but can it heal? - Instrument shows potential to synchronize irregular heartbeats

Chippie of the Day

2006-01-13T00:11:00.000-07:00

Herkimer Diamond - The Magician
This double-ended quartz crystal imparts clarity and strengthens the feeling of self-esteem. It supports courage, energy and the trust required to start something new. It contains all possibilities.

Today focus on:
- The realization of ideas
- Desire for action
- Mastery

Meditations | Pagan Prayer to the Yard

2006-01-12T22:50:00.000-07:00

Prayers to the Spirits of the Yard

Spirits of the Yard are wild, so no matter how reassuring order may be to us, it can be a bit opressive to to them. So keep a corner of your yard as a haven to the Wild - leave it alone and give the spirits who live there occasional offerings.

A piece of wild on the edge of tame,
you are home to wild spirits who live with us.
You who live here, be pleased with this offering,
give us a piece of the wild to keep us alive and fresh.

Poll Time

2006-01-12T22:45:00.000-07:00

The Raven Scout Report

2006-01-12T22:10:00.000-07:00

The Tarot of Gemstones and Crystals
This is where the Chippie of the Day comes from... A great way to learn the divinational qualities of crytals. It is a very interesting working with a chippie tarot deck rather than the crystals themselves. It becomes a little more honest, as I find that I am always searching to pull out the 'right' chippie when casting stones.

Magic Books
Baby Magic - Enchanting and traditional Wisdom for You and Your Baby
A great book helping you to introduce some spellwork with your kids... fun, cute and lots of great ideas for holidays & birthdays etc...

Triloka - The BEST Incense
Love it need it! You can buy it online if you have to. My fav... Luck of the Kids, next best the elements line - Earth, Wind Water Fire.

Chippie of the Day

2006-01-12T22:07:00.000-07:00

Larimar - Six of Swords

Larimar, with the colours of the wide heavens and the boundless ocean, makes us conscious of limitations we have set ourselves. It inspires us to overcome them and drop old habits related to thought.

When we go down new paths, unimagined possibilities of self-realization open up.

Discovering the Goddess

2006-01-12T11:04:00.000-07:00

Totems & Doorways
Raven energy is the power of magic. Its power is not to be feared, as it teaches us to use our magic for the good of mankind, and not for our own selfish ends.

It is upon reflection of my animal totem that I decided to create this sacred online space. It is difficult to distinguish between fantasy and spirituality in this New Age that we live in. The veil between the modern world & the magical world of spirit is beginning to lighten.

With the world spinning in Sagittarius, the dawn of the New Age is truly here. Gone will be the stifling traditions that have silenced the voices of our Ancestors and the Goddess. With more and more people embracing an inner path in this New Age, more doorways between the 'modern' and 'natural' worlds are opening.

Your doorway is waiting for you in between the trees.

You just need to take the time to feel and embrace your inner guide to find it. The space between any two adjoining trees is a doorway. It is up to you to recognize what is on the other side. Once you have walked between two trees that have spoken to you, whether you were listening or not - you will know that once you cross through that doorway your Ancestors will be there to guide and protect you, the Goddess will be there to nurture and guide you and it will be a sacred place for you to meditate and perform magic.

It was the first time in a long time that she wandered freely. No time limits, no phone, and no kids - finally, alone wandering the woods with her Familiar. She thought back to when she was a child, exploring her family's farmland, spending lifetimes on adventures yet never being missed, as if time stood still. The soft mossy pastures she would lie in for hours and chatting to the mist, and all of the dark murky places she was warned against sneaking around. Every outing a wonderful escape as she let the Spirits of Nature be her guide.

There was something about this day, a modern lifetime since her woodland quests; she was pulled once again off the forest path into the woods. Something was whispering in her ear, guiding her steps - the clear vision of a sacred circle was clear in her mind's eye. I knew it was the right time to find a circle in the woods.

After decades of being closed and trudging through the modern world, this Nature's Child was returning to her spiritual centre.

Her Familiar, a sleek red-earth Labrador ran with her eyes peel back in the excitement of twigs and brambles grabbing at her coat as she ran through the unbroken path. A path that was calling out to her master.

******

She looked up and her breath caught in her throat - a doorway! She saw two trees side by side; to her they seemed to be standing distinctively alone in the forest. She placed her hands, one on each tree, feeling the vibrational energy from within as she crossed through the gateway.

This is it! This is my space. This circle, these leaves the shrub.... this tree, she paused - hello East. Feeling her head jerk up by an unknown force, she found herself staring deep into the waning moon.

The Goddess. In all of her voluptuous glory. She was humbled at her peaceful & loving presence.

Driven by instinct alone, Raven Scout ripped off her hat and standing tall tossed her head back and arched her neck to Her. I love you. She hesitated when the simple & powerful phrase ran across her consciousness as she couldn't figure out if the thought was hers or if it was placed there...

Suddenly she felt the sudden urge to take in a deep breath of the forest, feeling her breath stretching from the crown of her head well past her physical body and could feel roots growing from the soles of her feet deep into the forest floor. Now is not the time for rationalization - now is the time of experience.

She felt the time of ages swirl around her body - her clothes were stifling as she drank in the intoxicating presence of the Goddess, her Ancestors and the Elements. Time as she knew it shattered, the fallen pieces were swallowed up by the forest's floor. Raven Scout felt ashamed to be hiding from the Goddess and all that is magic; as layers of her clothing fell to the ground so did the oppression, confusion and beliefs of the modern world.

She rubbed her hands across her bare breasts and down over her stomach. She stared at her own body in awe as her skin glowed in the waning moonlight. A pulsing aura grew from her once swollen belly, her arms instinctively started to rise outward in front of her stomach. With her widened embrace, she intertwined the fingers of her open palms holding this growing power close to her.

She sighed with satisfaction, passion, relief, as an arousing tingle ran across her body - she felt the potential of the universe and it was part of her. She found her Faith, her Guide, her Goddess.

"Hmmm," she bit her lip and gave her head a little embarrassed shake. She had walked into this magical circle - this place in the forest that was part of her - and she didn't give any thanks.

"Ahhh" another sigh, where to begin, she thought to herself.

Just speak from your heart Raven Scout. Nature's Spirits replied to her.

"The Four Corners, my Ancestors, Goddess - thank you for guiding me to this magic circle." Raven Scout was giddy - she knew exactly what was happening to her. It was cold outside though so she quickly dressed before standing proud and facing the first corner. "North," her arms raised in welcoming, " I honour thee, give me roots and strength of spirit, let your strong earth support my travels."

As she turned to the next corner the fleeting thought of all the research and reading and waiting - and now this special moment is upon her... "East, I honour thee, may your gentle breezes guide my spirit." Another quarter turn in her circle, "Hail to the South, may your passionate fire burn deep in my soul. Hail to the West, let your waves of reason and understanding wash over me and carry me through life."

She looked up at the crown of the forest against the white winter sky - "thanks to you my Ancestors for your patience - I have returned home. Stay with me as always and help me protect my family."

She placed her hands on the doorposts of her new home. As Raven's right hand came to rest on the weathered bark of one of the doorway trees, she pulled her head back in shock. "Alcorn. Your name is Alcorn?" she said to the larger tree. She turned and placed her left hand on the other tree of the doorway, the name came to her immediately- Wayvern. She could feel the energies of one tree flow through her into the other. I knew you both in another life, in another Age.

She could feel the love of the trees, the passion they had felt for each other so long ago. And now here they stood, growing for years side by side the power of their trunks never able to connect - only their small branches and leaves intertwined, fallen branches from one caught by the other. A longstanding love, creating a magical gateway for one special person.

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