Benefits Of Living With A Witch

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Terfs: wombyn are their ovaries!!! Ovaries make a wombybybynnn. Accept that u are a womynbdgnn you have ovaries !!!!

Me, a trans man on the danger list for ovarian cancer and is going to get them removed in the distant or near future:

not for long

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Of Poppy Flowers

Black Poppy, Flower of Ease, Opium Poppy, Papaver somniferum

This flower of the night-ways only blooms for a short while before turning into a bulbous ovary upon a stem full of bitter, white blood, characterizing its Lunar properties. This blood can be cultivated for its vision inducing properties. She is the Maiden in the Field, the Severed Head of St John, the Queen of Nightly Visions. 

Black poppy (the picture shown is a variety of black poppy from my own garden) was in pagan Greece and Rome associated with more Chthonic deities, such as Hekate, Hypnos, Nix, Thanatos, and Somnus (from which we get the word somniferum). The drug which is extracted from Poppy, Opium (as well as other narcotics, such as morphine and codeine) has a narcotic, stupefying effect akin to a dreaming sleep. Opium became a very popular drug prior to the first World War. A tea made from the dried flowers was used to suppress coughs, and the pods were sometimes made into a tea as a mild alternative to smoking the opium tears. 

We know that humans have been using Opium for its medicinal effects for a very long time, evinced of the fact that the Greeks would make it into a potent wine, Vinum opii, as well as as a suppository and fumigant, but there is evidence that it was cultivated as far back as the Neolithic era. The Ebers Papyrus (1550 BCE) lists its use as “Remedy to prevent the excessive crying of children”. It was also used to ease the pangs of childbirth, a very early anesthetic. It was also used, naturally, for its more recreational uses. Opium is a powerful (and highly addictive) psychoactive, and has been used as a visionary plant for both ritual and mundane use for ages. There is evidence that the juice of the plant was used in recipes for flying ointment along with hemlock, belladonna, and the feared mandrake. 

A Tuscan Divination

Place poppy leaves on hot coals and read the flames. 

Scatter poppy seeds on burning coals, and listen for the voice of prophecy. 

As a Lunar plant, the plant is sacred to Our Lady of the Night Ways, such as Hekate, Lilith, Black Anna, and Diana. Cakes sprinkled with the toasted seeds of Poppy may be offered unto Her and Her host of night flying beings. The seeds can also be ground up into an incense and combined with other herbs such as myrrh, mullein, red sandalwood as an offering to the Witchmother. The plant can also be used in dream work. Harold Roth gives an excellent use of the dried pods to make into little “charm bags”. The pods dry naturally on the Poppy’s long stalks, and can then be plucked therefrom (the seeds may be saved, and toasted for cooking, or scattered about for the next crop, or saved for magical work; Schulke lists that the seeds can be scattered upon the enemy’s property to cause confusion) and anointed with various oils and filled with fragrant herbs according to the spell made. If one were making a dreaming bag, one may use Chamomile, Clary Sage, Mugwort, and Hops. The flowers might also be steeped in wine, along with Cinnamon and Cloves, and taken as a tincture (a few drops only).

A Poppy Spell

This Italian spell can be adapted to any type of prophetic dream, not merely one concerned with matters of love. 

Make a hole in a poppy pod and empty out the seeds. Now fold up a small piece of paper with the question you want answered written on it, insert it in the pod, and place it under your pillow last thing at night, saying these words:

‘In nome del cielo, delle stelle, della luna! Fate mi face il sogno secondo…’

‘In the name of heaven, the stars, and the moon May I dream, and that full soon,  If this I see [name your wish].’

If you dream of your wish, it’s sure to come true.  ~(Mastering Witchcraft, Huson)

As Poppy has these chthonic connections with gods of the dead, such as Thanatos, and Hekate, the flowers can also be used to honor the dead. We see this today in Canada where a Red Poppy Flower is the symbol of Memorial Day. We get this tradition from the poem “In Flanders Fields” by John McCrae

In Flanders Fields

In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.

The flowers and seeds may be burned, or offered in some other way to the spirits of the dead. Harold Roth in his book  The Witching Herbs gives a recipe for Chthonic Cakes for the dead which are not to be consumed by the living, but rather burned on coals like an incense. 

Papaver Chthonios Cakes for the Dead

4 oz ground myrrh A few tablespoons of dark red wine ¼ cup dark honey 1 oz black poppy seeds

Dampen the myrrh with some red wine and let sit in a closed jar overnight. Boil the honey to remove the water. The honey will foam, so don’t let it overboil, it’s terrible to clean up. Add the poppy seeds. Cook the honey and seeds for a bit, then pour over the myrrh and mix well. Before the mixture cools too much, form the mix into little crescent moons. Dry on a low heat, but not in the sun. Burn them on a charcoal tab as an offering to the dead. 

Care need be taken with the Poppy plant. She is the Maiden in the Field. You will sleep under Her; sleep too long and you will surely die. Many men have fallen under Her influence, never to wake from their glorious dreams. She caresses our throats, and whispers into our ears; we do not even notice that She is slowly choking us, so entranced are we by the stories She tells us. Be wary of this Lunar flower. She is as deadly and gentle as the goddess who rules Her. 

✨ Days Of the Week + Magick ✨

Each day of the week is ruled by a planet which possesses specific magickal influences. Use this knowledge to further your own practices!

MONDAY (MOON): Peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friends, psychic awareness, purification, fertility.

TUESDAY (MARS): Passion, sex, courage, aggression, protection.

WEDNESDAY (MERCURY): The conscious mind, study, travel, divination, wisdom.

THURSDAY (JUPITER): Expansion, money, prosperity, generosity.

FRIDAY (VENUS): Love, friendship. reconciliation, beauty. 

SATURDAY (SATURN): Longevity, exorcism, endings, homes, houses.

SUNDAY (SUN): Healing, spirituality, success, strength, protection. 

(Credit to Llewellyn’s magical almanac. Happy spellcasting)!

. : MABON CORRESPONDENCES : .

NAMES: The Second Harvest, The Wine Harvest, Feast of Avalon, Equinozio di Autnno (Strega), Alban Elfed “The Light of the Water”(Caledonii/ Druidic-celebrates Lord of the Mysteries), Festival of Dionysus, Winter Finding (Teutonic, from Equinox ’til Winter Night or Nordic New Year, Oct 15th.) 

DATE AND TIME: [Northern Hemisphere] - Approximately September 21st*          [Southern Hemisphere] - Approximately March 21st* 

COLORS: Brown, Yellow, Gold, Red, Russet, Maroon, Deep Purple, Orange, Green

ELEMENT: Water

SYMBOLS[ISM]: Second Harvest, Mysteries, Equality, Balance                                                                                                                                                             THRESHOLD: Evening                                                                                        

INCENSE: Myrrh, Pine, Sage, Sweetgrass, Benzoin                                                                                                                                                                               FOOD & DRINK: Bread, Nuts, Apples, Pomegranates, Nut Bread, Bean Soup, Pies, Dark Fruity Beverages, Poultry, Apple Cider, Mead, Dark Wine, Corn, Potatoes, Carrots, Onion                                                                                                                                                                                   

PLANTS & HERBS: Acorns, Asters, Mums, Oak Leaves, Ferns, Grains, Honeysuckle, Marigold, Milkweed, Passionflower, Rose, Solomon’s Seal, Tobacco, Thistle, & a Variety of Vegetables                                                                                                                                                                                    . STONES: Sapphire, Lapiz Lazuli, Yellow Agates, Carnelian, Yellow Topaz, Amethyst                                                                                                                                                                                    

DIETIES: [Gods] - Mabon, Thoth, Thor, Hermes, The Green Man          [Goddesses] - Modron, Morgan, Epona, Persephone, Pamona and the Muses                                                                                                                                   SPELLWORKINGS: Protection, Prosperity, Security, Self-Confidence, Harmony, Balance                                                                                                                  

ACTIVITIES: Making wine, Gathering dried herbs/plants/seeds/seed pods, walking in the woods, scattering offerings in harvest fields, offering libations to trees, adorning burial sites with leaves/acorns/pine cones/ to honor those that have passed, Baking, Sharing a dinner with friends and family, plant bulbs to grow in the dark, have a bonfire, make a prosperity candle, go for a hike, collect things for and/or set up your Mabon altar, make some incense, bake, cook, collect milkweed pods in preparation for yule [to decorate and attract faeries], do an apple ritual, balance your chakras, make an herb broom                                                                                                                                                                   DECORATION: Fall Leaves, Flowers, Grape Vines, Cornucopia, Apples, Acorns, Corn, Wheat, Indian Corn hung on the door for luck/fertility/wisdom ANIMALS & MYTHICAL BEINGS:          Dogs, Wolves, Stag, Blackbirds, Owl, Eagles, Goat, Salmon, Gnomes, Sphinx, Minotaur, Cyclops, Andamans and Gulons

Bath Bomb Magick

Lush uses a lot of herbs that are imbued with magical qualities. Enjoy this masterpost on all their current bath bombs (not including jelly bombs or shaped bath bombs) and what properties they have to keep you feeling your witchiest:

Guardian of the Forest

Cypress Oil - This oil helps to strengthen the connection between the witch and the afterlife. It can help those who are grieving after the passing of a loved one and can also strengthen a witch’s connection to spirits. It is a good oil to use when grounding or trying to concentrate. 

Lime Oil - It not only strengthens the skin but also promotes youthfulness and tranquility. Lime is said to purify and cleanse one’s physical energy. It brightens and rejuvenates the soul as well as the physical being.

Rosewood Oil - Those wishing to form closer bonds with Mars, Venus, or the Moon would be wise to utilize rosewood. While it is known for sensuality and sexuality, rosewood also promotes the spirit and fire elements and can represent maturity and femininity.

Oakmoss Absolute - Oakmoss is used when the caster is in need of money, luck, or all-around good fortune. It can help the caster form a stronger bond to Jupiter or the earth element.

Intergalactic

Peppermint Oil - Peppermint can be used to cleanse the soul of bad energies. It is revitalizing and brings positivity to the life of the caster. It can help to maintain good health, mentally and physically. Use when showing interest in Pluto or Hecate.

Vetivert Oil - A potent aphrodisiac, vetivert is used mainly in the breaking of hexes and curses. Can also be used for protective purposes.

Cedarwood Oil - Cedarwood should be used when honoring male deities or Sun god(s). It is associated with longevity, protection, love, wisdom, and prosperity.

Cheer Up Buttercup

Lime Oil -  It not only strengthens the skin but also promotes youthfulness and tranquility. Lime is said to purify and cleanse one’s physical energy. It brightens and rejuvenates the soul as well as the physical being.

Lemon Myrtle Oil - Lemon is known for balancing chakras and purification. It can steer you away from negative thoughts and habits. Myrtle can be used when honoring Venus, Minerva, and Mars. It brings fertility and luck.

Neroli Oil - The same as Orange Blossom Oil. Wear for sensuality and attention from lovers. Said to bring about marriage proposals.

Sex Bomb

Clary Sage Oil - This oil should be used when a witch is in need of a clear head or wishes to divinate. It is said to be eye-opening and can lead to vivid lucid dreaming. The scent can be uplifting and euphoric.

Jasmine Absolute - Can be used when trying to form a bond with Diana or Vishnu. Also frequently used in Moon magic. Jasmine brings love and attraction.

Ylang Ylang Oil - Promotes attraction, love, lust, sensuality, and sexuality. It is primarily used when the caster is searching for a partner but can also be used in Faerie magic.

Twilight

Lavender Oil - Calming but also sensual. Lavender aids in sleep but also promotes sensuality and is used in purifying and healing rituals.

Tonka Absolute - Tonka beans bring wealth and courage. The caster may choose to use Tonka absolute in rituals involving Venus or Jupiter.

Ylang Ylang Oil -  Promotes attraction, love, lust, sensuality, and sexuality. It is primarily used when the caster is searching for a partner but can also be used in Faerie magic.

The Experimenter

Vetivert Oil -  A potent aphrodisiac, vetivert is used mainly in the breaking of hexes and curses. Can also be used for protective purposes.

Tonka Absolute -  Tonka beans bring wealth and courage. The caster may choose to use Tonka absolute in rituals involving Venus or Jupiter.

Vanilla Absolute - Lust, sensuality, and warmth are associated with Vanilla. It can be used to gain material objects but also in love potions, whether platonic or sexual.

Butterball

Ylang Ylang Oil -  Promotes attraction, love, lust, sensuality, and sexuality. It is primarily used when the caster is searching for a partner but can also be used in Faerie magic.

Big Blue

Arame Seaweed - I could not find many sources on its magical properties, but seaweed can be used by Sea Witches in order to bond with the ocean and its creatures or as an offering.

Sea Salt - Salt absorbs negative and bad energies and can be used to protect the witch from harmful spirits or curses.

Lemon Oil -  Lemon is known for balancing chakras and purification. It can steer you away from negative thoughts and habits.

Lavender Oil -  Calming but also sensual. Lavender aids in sleep but also promotes sensuality and is used in purifying and healing rituals.

Dragon’s Egg

Lemon Oil -  Lemon is known for balancing chakras and purification. It can steer you away from negative thoughts and habits.

Bergamot Oil - Bergamot is most often used when the caster is seeking success or financial luck. 

Jasmine Absolute - Can be used when trying to form a bond with Diana or Vishnu. Also frequently used in Moon magic. Jasmine brings love and attraction.

Gardenia Extract - An oil that brings the wearer protection, love, and harmony.

Avobath

Lemongrass Oil - Used mostly in psychic rituals. Can aid and enhance psychic powers. Also common among rituals that involve Faerie magic. Will bring the caster spiritual confidence.

Bergamot Oil - Bergamot is most often used when the caster is seeking success or financial luck.

Rosewood Oil -  Those wishing to form closer bonds with Mars, Venus, or the Moon would be wise to utilize rosewood. While it is known for sensuality and sexuality, rosewood also promotes the spirit and fire elements and can represent maturity and femininity.

Sakura

Mimosa Absolute - Often used to enhance prophetic ability or in healing rituals. Can bring a witch visions, self-confidence, and spirituality.

Lemon Oil -  Lemon is known for balancing chakras and purification. It can steer you away from negative thoughts and habits.

Orange Blossom Absolute - Wear for sensuality and attention from lovers. Said to bring about marriage proposals.

Jasmine Absolute - Can be used when trying to form a bond with Diana or Vishnu. Also frequently used in Moon magic. Jasmine brings love and attraction.

Gardenia Extract - An oil that brings the wearer protection, love, and harmony.

Fizzbanger

Petitgrain Oil - Stimulates self-love and is strongly imbued with protective qualities. Use in spells or rituals for protection.

Cinnamon Leaf Oil - Use when attempting to meditate. It can be used for personal protection or in fire element rituals.

Ylang Ylang Oil -  Promotes attraction, love, lust, sensuality, and sexuality. It is primarily used when the caster is searching for a partner but can also be used in Faerie magic.

Oakmoss Extract -  Oakmoss is used when the caster is in need of money, luck, or all-around good fortune. It can help the caster form a stronger bond to Jupiter or the earth element.

Metamorphosis

Black Pepper Oil - Increases self-confidence and belief in personal values/independence. Prevents willful ignorance. Improves the wearer’s courage. Can be used in protection spells or elemental magic.

Cinnamon Leaf Oil - Use when attempting to meditate. It can be used for personal protection or in fire element rituals.

Myrrh Resinoid - Often seen as a highly religious oil, can be used in many religious rituals. Courage and protective spells. Used when attempting to connect with Isis and Re.

Pink

Vanilla Absolute - Lust, sensuality, and warmth are associated with Vanilla. It can be used to gain material objects but also in love potions, whether platonic or sexual.

Lavender Absolute - Calming but also sensual. Lavender aids in sleep but also promotes sensuality and is used in purifying and healing rituals.

Tonka Absolute - Tonka beans bring wealth and courage. The caster may choose to use Tonka absolute in rituals involving Venus or Jupiter.

Neroli Oil - The same as Orange Blossom Oil. Wear for sensuality and attention from lovers. Said to bring about marriage proposals.

Over and Over

Lime Oil -  It not only strengthens the skin but also promotes youthfulness and tranquility. Lime is said to purify and cleanse one’s physical energy. It brightens and rejuvenates the soul as well as the physical being.

Fennel Oil - Keeps evil at bay, used for strong protection spells.

Cypress Oil -  This oil helps to strengthen the connection between the witch and the afterlife. It can help those who are grieving after the passing of a loved one and can also strengthen a witch’s connection to spirits. It is a good oil to use when grounding or trying to concentrate.

Orris Oil - Used when conducting Moon Magic, especially when the caster wishes to reveal the meaning behind dreams. Can also be used in divination.

dip your head and feel your antlers, worn, moss-dripping, gouge the earth below. you are stirring things forgotten. They are dark. They are lovely.

Easy Spanish Rice and Beans

This easy vegan Spanish Rice and Beans recipe is quick to whip up and is a great source of complete proteins!

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Is this how you roll?

Weird Little Habits That Are Actually Magick

Knocking on wood Blowing on dandelion seeds Using a fallen eyelash to make a wish Kissing under mistletoe Throwing spilled salt over your left shoulder Don’t put shoes on the table/bed Don’t open an umbrella indoors Finding four leaf clovers for luck Carving jack-o-lanterns Wearing masks/costumes on Halloween Using flower petals to play ‘Love-me, Love-me-not’ Wishing on a falling star

That’s all I can think of at the moment, add more!