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Author Archives: David Taliesin
August Full Moon: Sturgeon Moon
According to the Farmer’s Almanac “Some Native American tribes called the August Moon the Sturgeon Moon because they knew that the sturgeon of the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain were most readily caught during this Full Moon.” Since the habitat … Continue reading
Lughnasadh/Lammas: August 1st
August has a rhythm all it’s own, especially in the South. These hot, humid days force us to slow down our pace a bit, and why not? The soil has been tilled. Gardens have been planted. Many vegetables have already … Continue reading
Practical Magic
So, how are you holding up? The adjective that best describes me these days is “weary.” I’m tired of watching the shit show that passes for American democracy these day. I’m tired of convincing people of the need to wear … Continue reading
July Full Moon: Buck Moon
Native Americans call July 5th’s (after midnight on July 4th) full moon the Buck Moon because in North America bucks (male deers) are beginning to sprout their antlers. Symbolically this ties in with the first harvest theme of Lughnasadh which … Continue reading
Wicca For Beginners: Book Review
It’s a brave thing to write a “Wicca 101” book, because there are so many of them out there. My introduction to Wicca came through a group led by two mountain witches whose wisdom and friendship I treasure to this … Continue reading
Posted in Magic, Spirituality, Wheel of the Year, Wiccan Rede
Tagged introduction, Lisa Chamberlain, Wicca, Wicca For Beginners
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Calendula: Solstice Flowers on Steroids
G/P/E Masculine, Sun, Fire Even if you don’t have a particularly green thumb, you can grow calendula in your garden. They love lots of sun and produce prolific amounts of beautiful yellow and orange blossoms that can be used for … Continue reading
Posted in Herbology, Litha, Magic, Midsummer
Tagged Calendula, Magic, Summer Solstice
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Summer Solstice: Let Your Light Shine
Litha or Summer Solstice contains powerful themes that are of interest to Christians and Pagans alike. In fact, I suspect this powerful day in the Northern Hemisphere has been revered ever since human beings began noticing the cycles of nature … Continue reading
Posted in Litha, Liturgical Calendar, Midsummer, Wheel of the Year
Tagged Christian, Litha, Midsummer, Pagan, Sabbat, Summer Solstice, Wicca
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Litha (Summer Solstice) For Introverts
Litha, or Summer Solstice, is the longest day of the year. This year it occurs on Saturday, June 2oth. It’s the day of the year when the sun is at its full life-giving power. Many feel vibrant and alive this … Continue reading
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Tagged Litha, Midsummer, Pagan, Sabbat, Summer Solstice, Wicca
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Strawberry Runners: We Are All Connected
This past full moon, Byron Ballard, led a powerful ritual that was streamed live on Mother Grove Goddess Temple’s Facebook page. (You can still view it on their page so check it out!) The main focal point in her guided … Continue reading
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Tagged community, coronavirus, racism, runners, stolon, strawberry
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