tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-61499693297908026442024-03-05T17:19:18.742-08:00Dale's Bits And Pieces Of The RainbowWelcome! Here you will find articles of various topics. Many will be of pagan origin, but others will focus on a variety of subjects. This will be a sharing from Dale to the world. Please enjoy and freely comment!Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.comBlogger272125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-39304141527442927702021-09-26T19:54:00.008-07:002021-09-26T20:05:03.089-07:00Why A Person Becomes Homeless Upon Reaching Mandatory Medicare Health Coverage - True Experience<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Medicare Nightmare The Government Simply Wants The Elderly To Die Off! </span></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><div><div dir="auto"><div class="ecm0bbzt hv4rvrfc e5nlhep0 dati1w0a" data-ad-comet-preview="message" data-ad-preview="message" id="jsc_c_10"><div class="j83agx80 cbu4d94t ew0dbk1b irj2b8pg"><div class="qzhwtbm6 knvmm38d"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql lr9zc1uh a8c37x1j keod5gw0 nxhoafnm aigsh9s9 d3f4x2em fe6kdd0r mau55g9w c8b282yb iv3no6db jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v b1v8xokw oo9gr5id hzawbc8m" dir="auto"><div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"><span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql lr9zc1uh a8c37x1j keod5gw0 nxhoafnm aigsh9s9 d3f4x2em fe6kdd0r mau55g9w c8b282yb iv3no6db jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v b1v8xokw oo9gr5id hzawbc8m" dir="auto">People
have the misconception about Medicare. Until you reach the age of
"having" to go on Medicare, with no choice or say in the matter, most
feel that is a goal in life where all medical costs related to care and
medications go down. (Hence the misinformed wanting "Medicare for All.")</span></div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">My experience 7 weeks into the mandatory Medicare nightmare: My medical costs have increased by $600 a month over what I was paying prior to August 1st. I had Marketplace insurance previously. I paid no premium and I paid a very small amount for some medications and the most expensive medications like Levemir & Novolog (insulin for Diabetes) along with Jardiance (medication for Diabetes), I paid zero....no cost....no co-pay. I was recently diagnosed with emphysema that requires an inhaler. I now pay almost $100 per month for that . PCP visits were no costs. Specialists, no cost if referred by my PCP. Again, no premium. Now, with Medicare, my Social Security is deducted a mandatory $148.50 per month premium for Medicare and as mentioned, my costs have gone up enormously.</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">I had to change doctors as well. I pay more co-pays than before. One month into the program, my drug costs are going up. Jardiance went from $126 to $235 from first fill to the second fill. Both insulins started at $126 and have gone up by over 20%. </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Upon entering the Medicare stage of your life, you have to pick a private insurance provider that then gets the sudden mandatory $148.50 premium that you "have" to have deducted from your Social Security. No way to get around it. You can not appeal it.</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">I was lied to by the person who sold me my Cigna Medicare Advantage policy. I have a document that states that when I & Medicare pay a total of $6,550 in drug costs, I go to what they call the catastrophic stage that reduces the drug costs to almost nothing. This is because I have "Extra Help (Low Income Subsidy -LIS)" based on my low income. The document was the last document sent to me by Cigna. When I call (with many times a 2 hour hold time), I am told that that document should not have been sent and I have to pay, myself, an additional $5,300 in costs before I get a reduction in drug costs. Nowhere in my copy of the policy can I find this, but Cigna is always right. I have talked to supervisors to no avail. My pharmacy has talked to Cigna, to no avail. </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">With that being said, I am now shopping for a new insurance provider as the window to change providers opens on October 15, 2021, thru December 1, 2021 (Medicare Open Enrollment).</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Right now, I have a grievance pending with Cigna (I expect no results as I was told someone from that department would contact me within 24 hours to 48 hours and I have never received a call.) I have also submitted a complaint to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights but that will take quite some time. </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">I grew up hearing about those who are on Medicare having to halve or reduce even more, their medications, or make choice on which medications they have filled because of lacking funds to pay for all that they require for their medical conditions. I used to think that those were exaggerations. Well, lo and behold, I am in that position now, making choices. I already have canceled by Jardiance prescription with my pharmacy, due to cost, and soon will be looking at doing without insulins.</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">I just received <b>my <u>monthly</u> cost for medications</b> from three other Medicare insurance providers. <b>Blue Cross Medicare Advantage (HMO)</b> <u>from $1,778.21 to $1,852.63</u>. <b>Aetna Medicare Prime Plan (HMO)</b> <u>$1,054.25 to $1,054.25</u>. And <b>Imperial Insurance Value (HMO C-SNP)</b> <u>$779.17 to $886.29</u>. (<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xs-gpP-mvEw/YVEybrPlDyI/AAAAAAAAJ7k/8bdpklXFuokhwFPeqppQM7pLWKgVsdIPgCLcBGAsYHQ/s892/Screenshot_h.png" target="_blank">See screenshot for the quotes I have received on 9/26/2021</a>).<br /></div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Imperial looks to have the best drug prices and benefits. However, I would have to change my PCP once again. That is a major issue with the medical complications I have. Even then I would have to pick and chose the medications I can purchase due to the exaggerated costs by Big Pharma and the ripping off of Medicare by the insurance companies.</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"><br /></div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Considering the drug costs alone with no other costs such as rent, food, utilities, phone and pet care <b>I have to make a choice</b>. <b> Have my medication and be homeless, or stay in my home and die without medications I need for three chronic conditions and one terminal condition.</b> That may sound extreme, but my total income per month is $1,269 after the $148.50 I lost in Social Security. Not hard to do the math. That income is both Social Security and the little amount of 1099 contract work I do.</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Anyway, just wanted to fill people in that possibly are unaware of the reality of Medicare and what may be in store for people and catch them off guard. My wife who passed in 2020 was on Medicaid due to her disability, and had no costs at all for anything medical related. There is a big difference between Medicare & Medicaid for sure. Some people have both that qualify. I don't qualify unless, lets look at the scenario that I can not treat my diabetes and as a result have to have a leg or both amputated, then I would qualify for both. Reminds me of the saying, "<b><i>I would given and arm and a leg for...</i></b>"</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Bottom line folks, the reality of the situation is that your government wants you to die off once you reach retirement as then you no longer contribute to the government and society in their eyes, and they feel you are a burden to them and society. The government works with lobbyists and insurance companies to make sure you cannot afford your life-saving medications, and to make sure Big Pharma and the insurance companies profit in the last year or so of your life before you end up in the ER dead because you simply could not afford your medications. That is your reward for working all your life and paying into a system. <br /></div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Sad, but true.</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Love and blessings to all.</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xs-gpP-mvEw/YVEybrPlDyI/AAAAAAAAJ7k/8bdpklXFuokhwFPeqppQM7pLWKgVsdIPgCLcBGAsYHQ/s892/Screenshot_h.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="882" data-original-width="892" height="316" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xs-gpP-mvEw/YVEybrPlDyI/AAAAAAAAJ7k/8bdpklXFuokhwFPeqppQM7pLWKgVsdIPgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/Screenshot_h.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /> </div></div></span></span></div></div></div></div></div>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-90044862248882488772021-07-02T17:12:00.001-07:002021-07-02T17:12:00.215-07:00Rite / Ritual of Mid summer ( Litha )<p><span style="font-size: large;">Rites and rituals are used by Pagans of all paths and honor the height of summer. The pagan name for this celebrations is Litha. Please enjoy using the below rite/ritual to celebrate Litha!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The longest day<br />The sun holds sway<br />The fires burn to emulate Day<br /><br />Like the flowers we turn towards the light<br />Of power and grace<br />Our soul takes flight<br /><br />One with the waters that flow to the sea<br /><br />One with the beasts of the field and forest<br /><br />One with the fields of grain and wild flowers<br /><br />One with the very bones of the Earth before us<br /><br />Round we go now<br />let the fires be lit<br /><br />To the circle we go<br />May the air give us breath<br /><br />Spin and play with fires<br />dancing grace<br /><br />Flow into my arms<br />Like waters embrace<br /><br />Feel the Earth's heart beating beneath your feet<br /><br />South the blaze of summer's embrace<br />Warm with thy grace this sacred place<br /><br />West the Cooling waters of ease<br />I swim down your lanes of crystal planes<br />to seek refuge in your flowing arms<br /><br />North the land of midnight sun<br />hold high the torch of the lands life<br />and lighten away the shadows<br /><br />East the playfulness of Airs dance<br />the leaves rustle at my feet<br />Blow clean this space of healing grace<br /><br />Dance we now around the flames...<br />in the land of midnight sun...flowers in our hair...<br />dance till the human form falls away...<br />and we become one with the spirits within<br /><br />Raven... messenger of the Gods...<br />bring us the signs we need to know<br />to heal the Earth and all mankind<br /><br />Wolf...graceful wise one...<br />bring us the way of the pack that we may be strong<br />To do the Great work...of peace<br /><br />Tiger ..whose eyes burn in the the night..<br />bring us the power to make things right<br />To bring back the balance<br />to what has fallen in the darkest night<br /><br />Snake...the ever new..<br />bring us the way of self restoration<br />that we may ever be fresh for the task ahead<br /><br />Whale..singer of the deep<br />Sing us a song of life that we may keep the faith<br />Rise up my soul to Know the leviathans peace<br /><br />Spider.. spinner of fates...<br />show to us the cord that binds us<br />The web woven fine...<br />glorious and divine.....that unites us<br /><br />Coyote...singer of nights song..<br />teach us to laugh even when things go wrong<br />Even when life is not as we hope..<br />to laugh to sing and bring joy ...the coyotes smile<br /><br />Owl.. night flyer.. keeper of secrets...<br />Help us to learn your silent ways When to speak,<br />when to be still.. let us learn the wisdom of the will<br /><br />Bee keeper of honeys secret...<br />remind us to savor the sweetness of life<br />Tireless worker of the light...<br />whose sweetness is ever bright...<br />show us the way through the night<br /><br />Freedom for the spirit..in all the forms of life..<br />four footed, flyers and swimmers in the light<br /><br />Dance we now all... in Moonlights embrace..<br /><br />Dance we the dance of life<br />we seek the wisdom of the fates<br />Raven feathers fly on through the night<br />Black on black .. yet we see the light<br /><br />Dance we for crystal clarity<br />for the minds sake we ask it<br />Swimmers in the lake of understanding<br />We seek to flow with the current of thought<br /><br />Dance we for the insight<br />to walk all paths with grace<br />Light footed Tiger in the grass<br />Seeking wisdom in the hidden places<br /><br />Dance we to shed the old<br />like the snake.. to become new and whole<br />with each step we take we are new and given<br />freedom to take any road as a new being<br /><br />Free flows the wine of wisdom<br />Sweet Flowers heady perfume<br />Around my head the sunlight blooms<br />While the bee self gathers the nectar of knowledge<br /><br />A Time to love, A time to grow<br />time to become all that we can know<br /><br />Blessed are the walkers of the sunlight's grace<br /><br />Blessed are the seekers after wisdom's embrace<br /><br />Hail the fire that warms the night<br />we thank you for thy bright light of freedom<br /><br />Hail the waters flow<br />we thank you for thy swift embrace of healing<br /><br />Hail the Earths steady heartbeat<br />we thank you for thy solid protection and wisdom<br /><br />Hail the Winds refreshing embrace<br />we thank you for thy cleansing touch and inspiration<br /><br />Hail to thee Great Mother<br />whose bloom is on my face<br />Hail to thee Great Father<br />whose cool thought fills this space<br /><br />Hail to all creatures great and small..<br />My teachers in other skins<br />I thank you all<br /><br />Fly we now from this place<br />Fired by the thoughts of grace<br />Swimming thur the waters of peace<br />Treading the path we call life On Earths embrace<br /><br />Hail and Blessed be one and all</span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-83567768842330020782021-06-30T17:10:00.006-07:002021-06-30T17:12:17.448-07:00Rite / Ritual of Healing By the Full Moons Light<p><span style="font-size: large;">Healing rituals and rites are always needed for various situations. Here, I am sharing one for use by Pagans, including Wiccans and all Paths.</span></p><p><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Earth Rises<br />Air Blows<br />Fire Burns<br />Water Flows<br /><br />Earth Mighty Mother<br />Your Blessings we seek<br />Show to us the Herbs we need<br />When the body is weak<br /><br />Air Breath of Life<br />Your Favor we seek<br />Let each breath we draw<br />Bring the Healing we seek<br /><br />Fire Great Purifier<br />Your comfort we would know<br />Let thy Mighty flames<br />Burn away any ill that shows<br /><br />Water Flowing sweet and pure<br />Your blessings we seek<br />Let the healing Waters flow<br />Over the Mighty and the Meek<br /><br />Greetings Merciful Mother<br />In your arms do we fold<br />To become hail and hardy in thy embrace<br />To walk the Earth so bold<br /><br />Greetings Blessed Father<br />Your consul we seek<br />Tell to us the tale we need to hear<br />That will make us strong . not weak<br /><br />Your servants are we<br />Ready we stand<br />Come blessed spirits and take our hand<br />To heal the heart, the mind the soul of man<br />Rise up your heart<br />Let your feelings soar<br />Fill this place With healing,<br />Make it a place of earthly succor<br /><br />One by One think on they that need<br />Life by Life let the power roar<br />From your heart and soul<br />For your bothers and sisters<br />Who need you so<br /><br />Like the Panther in the Night<br />Can misfortune steal<br />Bring light to this place<br />That the wound may heal<br /><br />Like a wolf we stand<br />To guard the pack<br />Bring up your light heart<br />And send the ill back<br /><br />Ravens wings flying high<br />Messenger from above<br />Speak softly in our ears<br />Like the gentle coo of a peaceful dove<br />Of times of joy and goodness<br />while our lives course does run<br /><br />We are born<br />We live<br />And to dust to we will return<br />Let the time between dawn and dusk<br />Be long and full of life we yearn<br /><br />Not for ourselves alone we seek<br />But for all who live in sorrows bane<br />Rise up the power in your soul<br />Let the healing fall down like rain<br /><br />Earth grows sweet herbs<br />To make the living worthwhile<br /><br />Airs kiss each breath we breathe<br />To make each moment count<br /><br />Fire to remind us<br />That tomorrow is promised to none<br />Sweet water flows our life's blood knows<br />What is to be done<br /><br />Sweet loving hands<br />Do reach down<br />To soothe the troubled brow<br />From life to sweet reunion<br />The only time we have is now<br /><br />Let the Power flow to all who have need<br />Rise up and Hear the call<br />To comfort and succeed<br />In healing all who have need<br /><br />Earth Rises<br />Air Blows<br />Fire Burns<br />Water Flows<br /><br />The dust beneath our feet<br />Our Mighty Mothers breast<br />Blessed by thy hearing<br />Of this rite at our behest<br /><br />Blessed Be<br /><br />The night wind that whispers<br />It's loving song of hope<br />Blessed be thy speaking<br />To this rite our ears are blessed<br /><br />Blessed Be<br /><br />Crackling fire that warms the night<br />Restoring colors to our sight<br />Blessed be thy comfort<br />At this rite we savor thy might<br /><br />Blessed Be<br /><br />The lowest of the low the Water flows<br />Seeking anyway it can go<br />To cleanse the wound so deep<br />Blessed be thy healing<br />On this night so we may no more weep<br /><br />Blessed Be</span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-36507845906865178302021-06-06T16:20:00.000-07:002021-06-06T16:20:00.224-07:00 New Moon Rite / Ritual Of Interconnection<p><span style="font-size: large;">Shared with Pagans of all Paths for blessings and thanksgiving.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>New Moon Rite Of Interconnection</b><br /><br />Blazing Forth<br />The New moon shines<br />Today our lives entwine<br /><br />Separate in body<br />Together in Spirit<br /><br />We are One<br /><br />Like a Ring<br />That has no beginning<br />and no end<br /><br />So the circle is Bound<br />Let us Begin<br /><br />Hail the Goddess<br />May we know thy Grace<br /><br />Hail the God<br />May we know wisdom's Embrace<br /><br />Hail the Power of Earth<br />Northward we bow<br />To the Power of Life<br /><br />Hail the Power of Air<br />Eastward we bow<br />To the Power of Life<br /><br />Hail the Power of Fire<br />Southward we bow<br />To the Power of Life<br /><br />Hail the Power of Water<br />Westward we bow<br />To the Power of Life<br /><br />Link now the hands<br />That the body be one<br /><br />Link now the thoughts<br />That the mind be one<br /><br />Link now the Spirit<br />That the Soul be one<br /><br />We are One<br /><br />Link we with the Earth<br />Beneath our feet<br /><br />Feel her pain as our pain<br />And Keep her free from harm<br />Our Mother she is ..... Gaia<br />And due a Mothers respect<br /><br />Link we with the Air<br />We breathe each moment of our lives<br /><br />And see the haze of pollution's bane<br />and keep it clean and sweet<br />The Kiss of the Angels.....life's breath<br />is our inheritance<br /><br />Link we with the Fire<br />The smelters open flame<br /><br />And use the sliver blood<br />To our blessing ... not our bane<br />The metal bones of earth ....by fires kiss<br />To make wind chimes ... not war<br /><br />Link we with the Water<br />Become one with the lowest with grace<br /><br />And see the scum of pollution's bane<br />And remember to keep it clean and sweet<br />Crystal pools of fishes bright<br /><br />We Are One<br /> <br /><br />Linked , like a chain of love are we<br />Linked , like the roots of every tree<br />Linked, like the winds which caress<br />Linked , like the waves on the shore<br /><br />Reach out your hand<br />And take your fellow mans<br /><br />Reach out your thoughts<br />To blend with all living things<br /><br />Reach out your Spirit<br />To become one Soul<br /><br />I am the Rock, the Tree, the Stream, the Stars<br /><br />I am all the Universe<br /><br />Hold this truth<br />In the palm of your hand<br />Shining brilliance<br />of wondrous understanding<br />That We Are One<br /><br />Fair thee well...the Power of Earth<br />Northward we bow<br />To the Power of Life<br />Blessings on the Mothers breast on which we stand<br /><br />Fair thee well...the Power of Air<br />Eastward we bow<br />To the Power of Life<br />Blessings on the Air we breathe while life goes on<br /><br />Fair thee well...the Power of Fire<br />Southward we bow<br />To the Power of Life<br />Blessings on the Fires Might<br />May we always use it right<br /><br />Fair thee well...the Power of Water<br />Westward we bow<br />To the Power of Life<br />Blessings on the Waters wondrous Kiss<br />Sweet as dew fall... cool as the mist</span><br /><br /><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-21523636501858717792021-06-05T16:17:00.000-07:002021-06-05T16:17:00.235-07:00Mabon Ritual/Rite General<p><span style="font-size: large;"> Fall is upon us. Enjoy this wonderful Mabon ritual/rite shared with Pagans of all Paths.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Mabon Ritual/Rite General</b><br /><br />Soon the Mother to her rest will go<br />Our second harvest we gladly store<br />For the long winter that lies ahead<br /><br />Hail Son of the Light<br />Divine maker of grace<br />We offer up our thanks for the harvest<br />Your bountiful sunshine makes<br /><br />Hail Mother Earth in your autumn dress<br />Gold and russets adorn your frame<br />Bless us now with thy fiery grace<br />We thank you in the Mothers name<br /><br />Hail to the Autumn winds that blow<br />The leaves dance around our feet<br />Bless us now with thy dance of life<br />We thank you in the Mothers name<br /><br />Hail to the Sunlight's waning fire<br />Soon to cool in your winters sleep<br />Bless us now with thy gentle light<br />We thank you in the Mothers name<br /><br />Hail to the Waters that flow sweet<br />Soon to become locked in ice's embrace<br />Bless us now with thy last flows<br />We thank you in the Mothers name<br /><br />New born the light this day of shadows bright<br />We dance in the fields beneath the pale moonlight<br />Long and weary has been the fight<br />To harvest the land for the long winter night<br /><br />Hail Merry maker, we ask your leave tonight<br />To join with us in song, that we are alive this night<br />Each day we live is a blessing, as tomorrow is promised to none<br />Help us to remember this and take some time for fun<br /><br />Hail Caldron keeper, who stirs up the fates of man<br />She who knows tomorrow's fates<br />Be kind to those of the land<br /><br />Stand tall and upright<br />Ye children of this night<br />Lift your hearts to the light<br />Open wide your arms to the harvest King<br />Feel the blessings that his presence brings<br /><br />Time to lay down all the weal of woe<br />To face the morrow with power and grace<br />Time to heal the weary soul<br />We gather the power in this place<br />To face the long nights of winters cold<br /><br />The light stands equal to light and dark this day<br />As all men are equal in the Mothers sight<br />Share we this harvest of grace and power<br />With all we can reach with our ken<br /><br />Reach out and feel the lands embrace<br />And share its bounty forth<br />To all men peace and plenty for the nights to come<br />Let none be without resource<br />We ask it in the Mothers name<br /><br />Hail Mother Earth in your autumn dress<br />Gold and russets adorn your frame<br />Blessed us you did with thy fiery grace<br />We thank you in the Mothers name<br /><br />Hail to the Autumn winds that blow<br />The leaves dance around our feet<br />Blessed us you did with thy dance of life<br />We thank you in the Mothers name<br /><br />Hail to the Sunlight's waning fire<br />Soon to cool in your winters sleep<br />Blessed us you did with thy gentle light<br />We thank you in the Mothers name<br /><br />Hail to the Waters that flow sweet<br />Soon to become locked in ice's embrace<br />Blessed us you did with thy last flows<br />We thank you in the Mothers name </span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-31927837219254556012021-06-04T16:14:00.000-07:002021-06-04T16:14:00.225-07:00Last Rite / Ritual of Summer<p><span style="font-size: large;">A remarkable Pagan ritual/rite for the last part of the summer season. A passing on from one season to another. <br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Last Rite of Summer</b><br /><br />Soon the trees will be bare of the last of summers dress<br />Reminding us to shed our own excess<br />As the seasons turn round and round about<br />We look towards tomorrow<br />And lay our plans out<br /><br />Hail Mother Earth, soon to your rest will go<br />In your garment of white and snow<br />Blessing of peace be upon us<br /><br />Hail Sister Winds, whose breathe turns cold<br />Dance of the leaves and Fairy bright<br />Blessing of Peace be upon us<br /><br />Hail Brother Fire, as we gather around<br />Basking in the warm glow of the last fires of harvest<br />Blessing of Peace be upon us<br /><br />Hail Father Water, softly fallen snow<br />Creator of a haven of silence to show<br />Blessing of Peace be upon us<br /><br />The Harvest is in, the goods stored away<br />We are ready for the winters stay<br />Now we have moments of quite ways<br />To spend the darker hours in peaceful days<br /><br />Now is the time to create and reflect<br />On all the year behind us and what's to come yet<br />As soon the new year will be here to remind us<br />That we, like the crops, must grow in our trust<br /><br />Hail Persephone as you return to the Underworld<br />The time you spend away counts the season of winter<br />Hail Giver of light in the dark pathways<br />Gracious is your care that guides our footsteps to the light<br />Ever and always bright Mother do you guide our ways right<br /><br />Hail Great Horned one, Father of the forest shades<br />Protector of all the furred one<br />Who roam the forest glades<br />Give to us your shielding grace<br />Protect us from Winters ways<br /><br />Onward we seek<br />To tomorrow we yearn<br />Now is the time lay all the plans<br />For the Year to come we make our play<br /><br />Your blessings Sweet Mother Persephone<br />We ask for you to light the way<br />We follow in the light you bring<br />We are protected by the Fathers stay<br />Hail and blessed be<br /><br />Hail Mother Earth, soon to your rest will go<br />In your garment of white and snow<br />Blessing of peace were upon us<br /><br />Hail Sister Winds, whose breathe turns cold<br />Dance of the leaves and Fairy bright<br />Blessing of peace were upon us<br /><br />Hail Brother Fire, as we gather around<br />Basking in the warm glow of the last fires of harvest<br />Blessing of peace were upon us<br /><br />Hail Father Water, softly fallen snow<br />Creator of a haven of silence to show<br />Blessing of peace were upon us </span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-10224180161173668842021-06-03T10:05:00.000-07:002021-06-03T18:26:14.957-07:00Lammas The Seasons Turn - Pagan Ritual / Rite<p><span style="font-size: large;">Enjoy this Pagan ritual / rite for the celebration of Lammas!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Lammas The Seasons Turn</b><br /><br />Bright the Moonlight<br />On this the seasons eve<br />Changes in the Wind<br />Tonight we perceive<br /><br />Hail Magic Mother Tailtiu<br />In the Moonlight Fair<br />Flowers of Summer<br />Still in your Hair<br /><br />Hail Blessed Father Lugh<br />Of the seasons Grace<br />Teach to us now<br />Thy wisdom's embrace<br /><br />Grace of the Earth defend us<br />As we circle round<br />We behold the dust of ages<br />Blessed be<br /><br />Winds of change blow around us<br />As we circle round<br />We breathe the scent of Holiness<br />Blessed be<br /><br />Warm the Fires protect us<br />As we circle round<br />We bask in the light of security<br />Blessed be<br /><br />Mists of Rain to cool the day<br />As we circle round<br />We drink of life that surrounds us<br />Blessed be<br /><br />Summers fires start to dim<br />The Air smells of rain and wind<br />The Earth has weathered the summers fire<br />The Rains to come spell our desire<br /><br />Dance we in the Moonlight<br />On this seasons eve<br />To autumn winds and cooling days<br />We give our thanks and praise<br /><br />We take a moment to count our blessings<br />To count the joys of living<br />We take a moment to bow our heads<br />For all the good we have been given<br />We take a moment to speak farewell<br />To those no longer with us<br />We take a moment greet the children<br />Born in the Summers fire<br />We take a moment to greet the day<br />On this the seasons change<br /><br />Hail Father Lugh<br />Whose time this be<br />Great Shinning one<br />Come dance with me<br />High on the hill tops<br />As the sun burns bright<br />Come dance with my spirit<br />Neath the waning summers light<br /><br />Master of all trades<br />Please Bring thy skills to me<br />That my works be the best they can be<br /><br />Hail the Great work before us<br />On this the seasons eve<br />With thy help blessed Father<br />May I make you proud of me<br /><br />Grace of the Earth defended us<br />As we circled round<br />We beheld the dust of ages<br />Blessed be<br /><br />Winds of change blew around us<br />As we circled round<br />We breathed the scent of Holiness<br />Blessed be<br /><br />Warm the Fires protected us<br />As we circled round<br />We basked in the light of security<br />Blessed be<br /><br />Mists of Rain to cool the day<br />As we circled round<br />We drank of life that surrounded us<br />Blessed be<br /></span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-39793558337175380952021-06-01T09:57:00.001-07:002021-06-01T09:57:00.206-07:00Eclipse Rite / Ritual before Samhain<p><span style="font-size: large;">Samhain (Halloween) is a special time for all Pagans. It is the birth of our new year. Enjoy the below as you celebrate the Pagan New Year!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Eclipse Rite before Samhain</b><br /><br />Bright the moon shadows<br />That softly steals the light<br />As the eclipse of Autumn<br />Runs round tonight<br /><br />Greetings Great Mother<br />on this night of power<br />May your love shine bright tonight<br /><br />Hail blessed Father<br />on this night of shadows<br />May your wisdom help us see the light<br /><br />Wisdom we seek<br />Enlighten us we pray<br />before the eclipse has faded away<br /><br />Like the passing of moments<br />day by day does tread<br />So too our lives, let not one moment be shed<br />Lost like the wisps of forgotten lament<br /><br />Light high the fire<br />May the warmth be blessed<br />We seek the lights of wisdom<br />May fires light caress<br /><br />Lift high the Chalice<br />Full of Autumn wine<br />We seek our souls tomorrow's<br />in the reflection of thine<br /><br />Pile high the fruits of Earths bounty<br />May no man know hungers bite<br />We seek full bellies of enlightenment<br />May the souls food be right<br /><br />Hear the leafless trees clatter<br />In the wind so bright<br />May we hear the song of understanding<br />In the winds winter song tonight<br /><br />Light and dark the moonlight flows<br />Open are we to the new and the old<br /><br />A time of changes<br />A time of light<br />A time to make choices<br />A time to shine bright<br /><br />A time to reflect on the year gone past<br />A time to seek forgiveness for trespass<br />A time of deciding what is really true<br />A time to settle ills and all things we rue<br /><br />A time to let go of illusions and lies<br />A time to seek out wisdom that gives us the will to fly<br />A time to seek our freedom<br />A time to seek out what lasts<br /><br />A time to spend in the timeless moment<br />Between tomorrow and the past<br /><br />Hail Great Mother on this night of nights<br />We seek to be filled with your light<br />Show to us the pathway<br />Show to us the Right<br />Let the stones of the years past pains<br />Be swept from our path tonight<br /><br /> We Lit high the fire<br />By the warmth we are blessed<br />We sought the lights of wisdom<br />Blessed is the light that caressed<br /><br />We Lifted high the Chalice<br />Full of Autumn wine<br />We sought and found our souls tomorrow's<br />in the reflection of time<br /><br />We Piled high the fruits of Earths bounty<br /> No man knew hungers bite<br />We sought full bellies of enlightenment<br />We found the souls food to be right<br /><br /> We Heard the leafless trees clatter<br />In the wind so bright<br />We heard the song of understanding<br />In the winds winter song tonight<br /><br />Blessed be </span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-641497254735611252021-05-31T09:52:00.005-07:002021-05-31T09:52:00.257-07:00During an Eclipse Rite / Ritual<p><span style="font-size: large;">This is an awesome rite/ritual for Pagans of all Paths to perform to celebrate and honor an eclipse.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>During the Eclipse Rite</b><br /><br />Hail to the Father<br />who is the sunshine and the shade<br /><br />Hail to the maker of all things of the mind<br />to whom we give thanks that we have intellect<br /><br />The Sun darkened this day..yet we fear not<br />For our Father is with us yet<br /><br />The Moon darkened this day..yet we fear not<br />For our Mother is with us yet<br /><br />This day of darkness that can cover the mind<br />We seek wisdom from the path of old<br /><br />Gather round children of light<br />and may the candles burn bright<br />on this the dark day<br /><br />The Chaos of times....<br />needs guidance to untangle the knotted cord of care....<br />We seek wisdom...from the path of old<br /><br />Before me... Raphael<br />keeper of the gates of new ideas<br />Hail and Welcome<br /><br />At My Right Hand ....Michael<br />Keeper of intellects flame<br />Hail and Welcome<br /><br />Behind me.. Gabriel<br />Keeper of the cleaning waters of life<br />Hail and Welcome<br /><br />At my Left hand.. Uriel<br />Keeper the Earth and its protector<br />Hail and Welcome<br /><br />In the name of Adonai<br />May we be protected from ill approaching from the<br />East, South, West or North<br /><br />The Pentagrams flame about us..<br />the six ray star shines behind us<br />and above our heads is the Glory of the God<br /><br />Call now for the Wisdom of ages...<br /><br />Wodin...All Father...who gave up half his sight<br />so that man might share the wisdom of the Gods<br />Share with us now<br />that we may see clearly the path we must take<br />Thank you My Lord<br /><br />Freya..Great Mother..<br />who stole the wisdom of her fathers hall<br />that man might share the wisdom of the Gods<br />Share with us now that we may know<br />the right actions to take on the path we choose<br />Thank you My Lady<br /><br />Aubis.. Dark headed one...who stole the secret of death<br />so that man might never fear it again<br />Share with us now<br />that we may live fully without fear<br />and Live in full measure<br />Thank you My Lord<br /><br />Kali.. Great Mother of the shaded places...<br />Whose dance defeated the demons of old<br />Share with us now to defeat the enemy of fear within..<br />so that not even we<br />....can interfere with what should be<br />Thank You my Lady<br /><br />Cernunnos.. Great Stag Lord...<br />who gathered the magic of life<br />So that man need ever do without<br />the means to sustain him<br />Share with us now...<br />that we may obtain our needs to continue our work<br />Thank You my Lord<br /><br />Rise up your lights unto the world<br />So that all men may know this darkness shall pass<br /><br />Rise up your brightness to shine in darkness<br />So that others may find this place of peace<br /><br />Rise up your love to ease all pain<br />So that others may know a moment joy<br /><br />Rise up your mind to resolve the chaos<br />So that others will understand the Great Work<br /><br />We are the students...<br />ever seeking to know<br /><br />We are the teachers..<br />ever sharing the wealth of knowledge<br /><br />We are the children.<br />.ever at the point of the discovery of wisdom<br /><br />We are the elders...<br />ever willing to pass on the Way of knowing<br /><br />We are the Women...<br />who are the Doorway to the temple<br /><br />We are the Men..<br />Who are the temples pillars<br /><br />We are the Priest<br />who Lights the fire of eternity<br /><br />We are the Priestess<br />who brings the Cup of life to all who enter<br /><br />We are all one....<br /><br />Warders of the East...Thank you for thy protection<br />Blessings and Fairwell<br /><br />Warders of the South.. Thank you for thy protection<br />Blessings and Fairwell<br /><br />Warders of the West.. Thank you for thy protection<br />Blessings and Fairwell<br /><br />Warders of the North.. Thank you for thy protection<br />Blessings and Fairwell<br /><br /></span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-59925998501664881682021-05-30T09:52:00.000-07:002021-05-30T09:52:14.332-07:00Blessings For Those In Need<p><span style="font-size: large;">Many times we get requests for healings, prayers, rituals and rites for those in need. The below is here to support that need for all pagans, no matter the faith and, of course, Wiccans.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Blessings For Those In Need</b><br /><br />Hail Great Mother<br />We gather to seek thy care<br />For the sake of those in need<br /><br />Blessings on the waters that flow<br />May there be clean water for all<br /><br />Blessings on Earth that is in need<br />May there be life again to cover plains<br /><br />Blessings on the Air that blows<br />May the winds carry the promise of tomorrow<br /><br />Blessings on the Fire of life<br />That there is the spirit to carry on<br /><br />Hail Mighty Mother<br />Your children gather to ask for aid for our brothers in need<br />The Storms raged, the waters rose, lives disrupted<br /> and lost by Natures land fall<br />We seek your loving hand to comfort those who grieve<br /><br />Hail Wisdom's Father<br />Bless the hands who work to repair the land<br />Bless the hands who work to provide the means<br />Bless the hearts that weep for the fallen<br />Bless the hearts that open their arms to help<br /><br />Great Mother of us all<br />We cry to see our brothers pain<br />Our hearts bleed to see the needs of our fellows<br />We ask for your guidance and strength<br />To show us the way to soothe their suffering<br /><br />Hail Dark Mother<br />Whose loving hand will guide the fallen<br />We send with them our promise<br />To care for what they had to leave undone<br /><br />Hail Thor defender of Midgard<br />We need your protection above our heads<br />While we pick up the lives of the living<br /><br />Now is the hour to send the power<br />Raise up your heart and let it flower<br />With the energy of life and giving<br /><br />Now is the hour to light the fires<br />A beacon of hope for the living<br /><br />Now is the hour to send healing<br />To all whom the Storm has broken<br /><br />Now is the hour to lift up the spirits<br />To give strength for all their tomorrow's<br /><br />Now is the hour to pray for us all<br />To weather the hard times to come<br /><br />Blessings on the waters that flowed<br />There will be clean water for all<br /><br />Blessings on Earth that is in need<br />There will be life again to cover plains<br /><br />Blessings on the Air that blows<br />There will be the promise of tomorrow<br /><br />Blessings on the Fire of life<br />There will be the spirit to carry on <br /></span></p><p><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-26202300562321304022021-05-29T21:17:00.000-07:002021-05-29T21:17:33.791-07:00The Magical & Ritual Use of Herbs - Lobelia<p> <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>LOBELIA<br /></b></span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oXss9BBP7FU/YLMBriKz01I/AAAAAAAAJ2w/YeK1CI58HQk9uTM5Bo6MR0UFOdlslSVmgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/lobelia-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1059" data-original-width="1600" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oXss9BBP7FU/YLMBriKz01I/AAAAAAAAJ2w/YeK1CI58HQk9uTM5Bo6MR0UFOdlslSVmgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/lobelia-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span></span></span>A sacrament used in smoking rituals.</span><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><u>Family</u>: Lobeliaceae (or Campanulaceae
family).</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><u>Botanical Name</u>: Lobelia inflata.</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><b>Synonyms:</b> Indian tobacco, gagroot, vomit
root, and bladderpod<br /></span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><u>Geographical Location</u>: All parts of the
United States.</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><u>Habitat</u>: Fields, woods, and meadows.</span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><u>Botanical Description</u>: Lobelia is an
annual, indigenous to North America, found in pastures and cultivated fields.
The erect, angular stem grows from 6 inches to 3 feet tall and is hairy with a milky
sap. The leaves are thin and light green in an ovoid shape, hairy with blunt saw
like teeth on the edge. Numerous small blue flowers growing in spine like pods
are arranged in succession at the top of the stem. The fruit is a two celled oval
capsule containing numerous small brown seeds.</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>HISTORY</b></span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">In North America, lobelia found its way into medicine in
1785. Cutler, in his account of herbs, states that when the leaves were chewed,
they "produced giddiness and pain of the head, with trembling
agitation." The Penobscot of eastern North America used it as a tobacco in
the early nineteenth century. A similar<span> </span>species
was smoked by the Mapuche of Chile for the narcotic effect. They called the weed
tuba or tobaca del diablo.</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>CHEMISTRY</b></span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Active alkaloidsare lobeline, lobelanidine, and
norlobelanidine.</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Although these constituents are not known to have
hallucinogenic effects, d-lobeline is a carotid body stimulant.</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>PRIMARY EFFECTS</b></span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">When very small quantities are added to a cigarette and smoked,
the effect is a mild marijuana-like euphoria. It acts simultaneously as a
stimulant and relaxant. Lesser amounts tend to act as a stimulant, larger
amounts as a depressant. It alters the mental state.</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>PREPARATION</b></span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Only a pinch should be added to steeping tea, preferably
peppermint and chamomile. By itself, it is very harsh.</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>RITUAL USE</b></span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">The social practice of setting a pipe for guests is fairly
common, even today. The purpose is a sort of security where everyone sits and
centers as a group. The sacrament has varied from generation to generation.
Within the Native American tradition, the pipe bowl is always nearest the
center of the circle, being passed from right to left. The host always loads
the first bowl. </span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Note of Caution</b>: Even normal amounts of lobelia may
cause nausea, vomiting, and circulatory disturbances.</span></p><span style="font-size: large;">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Lobelia is considered to be one of the best herbal
expectorants as well as a powerful emetic.</span></p>
Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-7724560892766662282021-05-24T08:41:00.001-07:002021-05-24T08:41:00.228-07:00Rite / Ritual of Lammas<p><span style="font-size: large;">Lammas is a wonderful time of the year. This is for use on August 1st of every year as pagans celebrate Lammas / Lughnasad. This is one of the eight pagan sabbats. This holiday celebrates the harvest of the grain. In many past cultures it was unwise and unheard of to harvest any grain prior to Lammas. It is a time to be thankful for the bounties that Mother Earth has provided for us in conjunction with the Gods and Goddesses. <br /><br />Hail Great Mother and Blessed be<br />All Earths Children Gather round to thee<br /><br />Great Father Lugh.<br />giver of sacred rites of Marriage<br />to the Maiden of Earth<br /><br />Bright shines your light on Maiden Earth<br />to bring the harvest time<br />we celebrate your gift of life<br /><br />Hail Mother Earth<br />creator of bounty<br />Ward now this rite<br />with thy solid grace<br /><br />Hail Brother Air<br />creator of wind and unseen things<br />Ward now this rite<br />with thy airy grace<br /><br />Hail Brother Fire<br />creator of the flame that purifies<br />Ward now this rite<br />with thy flame that heals<br /><br />Hail Sister Water<br />creator of flowing river<br />Ward now this rite<br />with thy water that cools<br /><br />Gracious Father Lugh...<br />we gather to do you honor<br />in thanksgiving we sing<br />of the bounty we have received<br /><br />Here my Lord are the tools of our trades<br />Bless them with thy loving hand<br />that we may reap bounty from our toil<br />in the year to come<br /><br />Help me to see with your shining eyes<br />my faults.. my flaws...my places unwise<br />shine your light...to the deepest wells<br />of the dark places where ignorance dwells<br /><br />Take my hand.. dear guardian Father<br />and Lead me to the paths that wander<br />through my mind to reflect upon thy many gifts<br /><br />Fires flame and the Wheel turns<br />The sunshine's grace on the harvest burns<br />The Dance of the Grain in the sunshine's light.<br />.like a harvest of goodness<br />for workers of the Light<br /><br />Hail dancing Maiden to become a wife<br />to Our Lord Lughs sunshine<br />you bring the coolness of night<br />Sweet velvet night.. sweet lovers embrace<br />remind us all...of loves true place<br /><br />From Summers Eve to Beltane rites<br />the count of a babe of 9 mts of delight<br />each month that goes let our lives grow<br />as we did neath our mothers breast<br /><br />To arrive full grown<br />our purpose known<br />Faithful follower of the light<br /><br />Hail and blessed be<br />Dear mother earth<br />we thank you for warding this place<br /><br />Hail and blessed be brother air<br />Dear wind that blows<br />we thank you for warding this place<br /><br />Hail and blessed be brother fire<br />Warm flame that caresses<br />we thank you for warding this place<br /><br />Hail and blessed be Sister water<br />cooling draught of sweet drink<br />we thank you for warding this place</span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-29781541407263148412021-05-23T08:36:00.001-07:002021-05-23T08:36:00.225-07:00New Moon Ritual / Rite of Beginnings<p><span style="font-size: large;">In this day and age we find ourselves in a very evolving and changing world. New beginnings surround us daily and we need to keep alert for these awesome opportunities. Using this ritual / rite under the New Moon will produce fantastic results.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Gather we now.. on a New moons night<br />Round and Round like a fairy ring<br />Circle of shining faces<br />The hope that it brings<br />For the work ahead<br /><br />Hail Bright Mother<br />Who guides the dark moons light<br />Keeper of that silent moment<br />Between one breath and the next<br />Where all things are possible<br /><br />Cool blows the breeze<br />To soothe the troubled brow<br />Hail and Welcome Airs gift<br />Protect us now we ask it<br /><br />Passions flame embers glow<br />New ideas grow like the salamanders flow<br />Hail and Welcome Fires Gift<br />Protect us now we ask it<br /><br />Blue and Bright the Waters roll<br />Smoothing out the rough path on which we go<br />Hail and Welcome Waters Gift<br />Protect us now we ask it<br /><br />Firm and steady the stone beneath our feet<br />A good foundation on which<br />To build what comes next<br />Hail and Welcome Earths Gift<br />Protect us now we ask it<br /><br />Hail the Crone time... the Dark Moon bright<br />A time for new beginnings and creations<br />May the work be pleasant<br />in the Mothers Sight<br /><br />Lakshmi Goddess of the Golden hands<br />Bring with you prosperity<br />That our burdens be light<br />To free our toil for the Mothers grace<br /><br />Minerva Mistress of Commerce<br />Bring with you the wisdom<br />To do the work well<br />To free our toil from wasted effort<br /><br />Hephaestus God of the forge<br />Bring with you your cunning in the Craft<br />To make our toil a work of art<br /><br />Tyche God of fortune<br />Bring with you your winning ways<br />That our toil be successful<br /><br />Blessings on all the beginnings ..<br />Both great and small<br /><br />Blessings on the Health<br />Of this company one and all<br /><br />Blessings on the work of your hands<br />That it bring good fortune to your house<br /><br />Blessings on the Servants of the Light ..<br />And all that live about them<br /><br />Blessings on the Walkers of the Way ..<br />That our steps be guided<br />To the Bright Halls of Wisdom<br /><br />Peace be upon your hearts ...<br />That all you do succeeds<br /><br />Peace be upon your house ..<br />That all you do is righteous<br /><br />Peace be upon thee and thine<br /><br />Hail and Fairwell... playful Air<br />We thank you for your grace<br /><br />Hail and Fairwell .. Fires blessing<br />We thank you for your grace<br /><br />Hail and Fairwell... Waters sweet embrace<br />We thank you for your grace<br /><br />Hail and Fairwell.. Earths solid Kiss<br />We thank you for your grace<br /><br />Hail and Blessed be on one and all </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Blessed Be.</span><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-87447554169118497002021-05-22T08:34:00.000-07:002021-05-22T08:34:16.165-07:00Full Moons Rite / Ritual of Healing Grace<p><span style="font-size: large;">Please enjoy this full moon rite / ritual of healing grace. Healing & Grace are an awesome combination and we are blessed to be able to have access to both at any given time from the Gods and Goddesses.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Tonight We Gather<br />Seeking Healing Grace<br /><br />Great Mother of Mercy<br />Please show thy face<br /><br />Grower of Herbs to heal our ills<br />Maker of the Moonlight<br />Our Passion it fills<br />To brimming with thy guiding light<br /><br />Hail Kaltes...<br />Watery maiden of bright light<br />Bring thy healing arts with thee tonight<br /><br />Hail Gaia...<br />Blessed Mother Earth<br />Bring forth thy healing plants<br />To bring back the mirth<br /><br />Hail Skekhinah keeper of the ether<br />Sleeper at the foot of the world tree<br />Who walks beside me in Heavens grace<br />We seek thy wisdom<br /><br />Hail Amaterasu Great Mother of sunlight<br />Bring thy healing warmth to fall upon this place<br />Thy shining face bring us grace<br /><br />Feel the power of the Plants that grow<br />Feel the power of the Sunlight's flow<br />Feel the power of Waters cool depths<br />Feel the power of Airs clean breath<br /><br />Heal the world of all its pains<br />Pollution's sickening bane be gone<br /><br />Heal it's people of their Ills<br />That all of mankind is heir to<br /><br />Heal the Children<br />Who are innocent of all things<br />Who are all our tomorrow's<br /><br />Strong are the People<br />Who stand as One<br /><br />Hand in Hand we Stand<br />Before the Mothers Grace<br /><br />On my right hand the Sun<br />On my Left the Moon<br />And upon my brow the shining stars<br />The power of Starry universe<br />Is mine to command<br /><br />Heal and be whole all those who suffer<br />In the name of the Most High<br />Whose light is the Wisdom to heal Ourselves<br /><br />Heal and be whole the land on which we Stand<br />In the name of the Most High<br />Whose grace gives us leave to live upon Her<br /><br />Heal and be whole.. the children from all Ills<br />In the Name of the Most High<br />Who is Mother to them All<br /><br />In the name of Adoni... the Angel of Grace<br />We set our seal of healing on this Place<br /><br />Hail and Blessed Be<br /><br />Gracious Kaltes<br />Moon maid of Delight<br />We thank you for your attendance Tonight<br /><br />Faithful Gaia<br />Sweet Mother to us All<br />We thank you for your Grace<br />On this night of moonlights Fall<br /><br />Hail Skekhinah who stayed to keep man Company<br />Faithful Mother who walks with Me<br />We thank you for your compassionate Grace<br /><br />Amaterasu Great Mother of Light<br />Whose eyes shine on man with the mornings Sight<br />Thank you for hearing our Obarae Tonight<br /><br />Blessed be this Company<br />May healing grace follow Thee</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Blessed Be.</span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-22894142240093750462021-05-10T10:19:00.006-07:002021-05-10T10:26:07.641-07:00Medicare "REAL" facts, costs and what to expect<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">You are in for some grand surprises regarding Medicare!</span></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Do not "think" once you turn 65 after paying into Medicare your whole life that things will be covered with no additional costs. This is a large disillusionment! Below is the summary I shared on Facebook.<br /><br />I will be turning 65 in August. Mandatory is Medicare with a discontinuation of my Market Place insurance. No worries, right? After all, my whole life for every paycheck I have received, I paid into Medicare. WRONG! Medicare plan A can be up to $471.00 per month, and to include Plan B, you are hit with $148.50 per month with no opting out. Boom, deducted from Social Security payments. Again, not too bad, right? Everything is covered! Nope, wrong again.</span></span></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lucky for me, I don't have to pay the Plan A premium, but am still stuck with the mandatory Plan B premium.<br /><br />Plans A & B are very slim in nature as to what they may cover. Summary: When you qualify for Medicare, it's usually Medicare Part A and Part B that you're first enrolled in. ... Medicare Part A generally helps pay your costs as a hospital inpatient. Medicare Part B may help pay for doctor visits, preventive services, lab tests, medical equipment and supplies, and more. The big thing on Plan B is the "may." In order for that "may" to kick in one has to pay higher insurance premiums to an outside health insurance provider. So now you have to find another health care insurance company to get enrolled in Plans C & D, of course for an additional fee and/or having to pay co-pays for all doctor appointments, labs and medications. That is what I am trying to set up now. Overall, my healthcare costs will increase from about 300% to 400% monthly starting this August. <br /><br />Amazing, but that is the government's way at this time. People crying out for Medicare For All have no idea what they are wanting. People wanted Obamacare until they were faced with the slap in the face of higher healthcare premiums and such.</span></span> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFyyUWWLMh8LzFSchS_U-eSTq1LcO14SuKcu5ZrzeLtSgZFZDbL0XqSFg3Swqw0AbjRK_fXdzPGNFUV6iY3w9dt2HzWI0uOfugjcvT3g4ZChNm18EQkISAu8myT5ZVWZhHOsxV87YmlYw/s720/Screenshot_8.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="431" data-original-width="720" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFyyUWWLMh8LzFSchS_U-eSTq1LcO14SuKcu5ZrzeLtSgZFZDbL0XqSFg3Swqw0AbjRK_fXdzPGNFUV6iY3w9dt2HzWI0uOfugjcvT3g4ZChNm18EQkISAu8myT5ZVWZhHOsxV87YmlYw/s320/Screenshot_8.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Some info: <a href="https://www.medicare.gov/your-medicare-costs/medicare-costs-at-a-glance" target="_blank">How Much Does Medicare Cost</a><br /></h3>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-32265964054168683962021-05-08T02:00:00.001-07:002021-05-08T02:00:00.249-07:00Ritual / Rite of Deliverance for Pagans, Witches & Wiccans<p><span style="font-size: large;">Many time we will find ourselves in need for deliverance from various things that come into our lives. The below rite / ritual has worked for many such instances. It has been used by our coven as well as those solitary practitioners.<br /><br />Hail to the Winds<br />Who rearrange the stars<br />Guard well this rite of deliverance<br /><br />Hail to the Flames<br />Whose warmth delights the heart<br />Guard well this rite of deliverance<br /><br />Hail to the Waters<br />The drink of well springs knowledge<br />Guard well this rite of deliverance<br /><br />Hail to the Earth<br />Our Mother and Home<br />Guard well this rite of deliverance<br /><br />Hear me Great Mother<br />Your child is in need<br />Deliverance we ask<br />From woes baneful seeds<br /><br />Hear me Great Father<br />Your child needs to know<br />Deliverance we ask<br />From the ignorance we show<br /><br />Knowledge we seek<br />To heal our own space<br />Knowledge we seek<br />To walk in a state of Grace<br /><br />Deliverance from Evil<br />Deliverance from Strife<br />Deliverance from all things<br />That make for life's blight<br /><br />Open is the mind<br />To hear the words of grace<br />Open is the heart<br />To feel within this space<br />Open is the soul<br />To know its true place<br /><br />Freedom from the chains<br />Of outdated views<br />Freedom from the vices<br />That once we knew<br />Freedom from the oppression<br />That comes from without<br />Freedom from the ignorance<br />That creates our world of doubts<br />Freedom from the loneliness<br />That comes from the solitaires path<br />Freedom from the body's ill's<br />That comes from the fates past<br /><br />Open our eyes<br />To the ways of Great work<br />Fill out hearts with the understanding<br />To the path of our birth<br />Open the mind to the knowledge<br />That makes the pattern whole<br />Open the ways of Freedom<br />To use the wisdom so bold<br /><br />Deliver us from foolishness<br />And the ways of the Vain<br />Tell to us the ways to walk<br />In words that are plain<br />Hear our words Dear Mother<br />That we may be made whole<br />Hear our words blessed Father<br />That we may know the ways of old<br /><br />Seeking always to serve the light<br />We ask it as our right<br />Arm us well with truth and might<br />Blessed be the ways of light<br /><br />Hail to the Winds<br />Who rearrange the stars<br />Guarded well this rite of deliverance<br /><br />Hail to the Flames<br />Whose warmth delights the heart<br />Guarded well this rite of deliverance<br /><br />Hail to the Waters<br />The drink of well springs knowledge<br />Guarded well this rite of deliverance<br /><br />Hail to the Earth<br />Our Mother and Home<br />Guarded well this rite of deliverance </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Note: For instructions on forming a pagan circle for rites & rituals visit my blog post: <a href="A Wiccan Ritual" target="_blank">https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html </a><br /></span></p><p><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-89812301420181952262021-05-07T02:00:00.000-07:002021-05-07T02:00:00.247-07:00 New Moon Before All Hallows Eve Ritual / Rite for all Pagans, Witches & Wiccans<p><span style="font-size: large;">The new moon prior to All Hallows Eve (Halloween eve) is an awesome event that our coven along with many solitaries celebrate. This ritual / rite will do wonders for you during this time of the year.<br /><br />The leaves do fall<br />The pumpkins grow<br />The wind rustles change<br />The Mountains see snow<br />The Nights turn colder<br />The days desperate warmth<br />The Harvest time cometh<br />The Moon shines bright<br /><br />Hail Earth whose bounty we know<br />The fruits of the fields we glean as we go<br /><br />Hail Air whose winds blow cool<br />The trees speak the time of changes<br />Soon the winters snow<br /><br />Hail Fire the sunsets glow<br />Red are the nights when the cool winds blow<br /><br />Hail Water soon to fall as rain<br />To make ready the land<br />For next seasons gain<br /><br />Welcome Ceres.. Mistress of the Grain<br />that fills the larder with this years gain<br />Blessings Mother for thy loving hand<br />In the Golden grain across the land<br /><br />Welcome Baccus Keeper of the Vine<br />The wine is yet new, the harvest fest is thine<br />Merry maker when the work is done<br />Soft is thy hand on the laborers heart<br /><br />A cornucopia of bounty is on our table now<br />Reft from the ground.. she gives gratefully now<br /><br />The New Year cometh<br />All hollows soon to pass<br />Time to reflect on the year now gone<br />To plan for the year ahead<br /><br />Blessings be Great Mother<br />For thy gifts this year we have enjoyed<br />Blessing Be Great Father<br />For the wisdom we have gained<br /><br />Hearken Delipinous...<br />Show us the year to come<br />As the veil becomes thin...<br />This hard bounty we have won<br /><br />Speak to us Shopia ,<br />Lady wisdom with golden voice<br />That we husband well the gifts so gained<br />That we swander not this trust<br /><br />Peace be upon the land<br />In this time of plenty<br />All to share and share alike<br />The gifts of the Mothers bounty<br /><br />By the Golden glow of the Harvest Moon<br />We gather this night to honor life's greatness<br />To savor the moment that we live<br />And count each tick of the clock as a blessing<br /><br />Hail Great Ones who share your bounty<br />Hail Blessed ones who share your wisdom<br />Hail Tender ones who share our woes<br />Hail My Lords and Lady's<br />for the harvest of my soul<br /><br />Blessings Be Mother Earth<br />To stand with us this night<br />Hail and Fair thee well<br /><br />Blessings Be Brother Air<br />Whose breath is life<br />Hail and Fair thee well<br /><br />Blessings be Brother Fire<br />Whose light to guide the way<br />Hail and Fair thee well<br /><br />Blessings be Sister Water<br />Life to all who know thee<br />Hail and Fair thee well</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span>Note: For instructions on forming a pagan circle for rites & rituals visit my blog post: <a href="https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html">https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html</a></span> </span><br /></span></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-8905858688775862982021-05-06T02:00:00.016-07:002021-05-06T02:00:00.221-07:00Rite / Ritual of Beltane (Beltain) for all Pagans, Witches & Wiccans<p><br /><span style="font-size: large;">A sharing of my coven rite/ritual for Beltane (Beltain) that is remarkable in nature. This is a special time of year and thanks should be given as we count our blessings from the Gods & Goddesses as well as the Elements.<br /><br />Come and walk with me for a Time<br />Outside of Time<br />In a Place that is no Place...<br />And come to understand our Mothers Grace<br /><br />Let your Spirit Fly<br />On the Wings of your Will<br />Through out this Space that is no Space<br /><br />Come and Walk with Me..<br /><br />Fire to cleanse the way....<br />a place for the salamanders to play ....<br />ours is a place of light...where nothing should<br />be hidden away........<br /><br />Welcome My Lord of the Fires Fame<br />You whose Sword Defends the Weak<br />Flame to clear the Doss of the mind away<br />And give strength to the Meek<br />Lighten the Halls of the Mind<br />That our circle be complete<br /><br />Hail and Welcome<br /><br />Blessed cup of water to cleanse the<br />spirit ,ancient ones breathe upon this cup<br />that all who partake of it may justly command<br />the power in the service of man<br /><br />Gabriel ... Warder of Water.. Healer ..<br />Guardian of Rain, which brings life,<br />and makes all things grow<br /><br />Welcome Cup-bearer, Healer<br />Giver of Dreams in the Night<br />Emotions sway and the soul takes Flight<br />Rain to make the garden grow<br />Our true feelings we would know<br /><br />Hail and Welcome<br /><br />The blessings of the power of<br />Earth to sustain you...eat and drink thy fill...<br />for you will have need<br />of the strength...but great is the joy of such work..<br /><br />Uriel .. Dread Lord .. Raven Wings of Life and Death<br />Earth Mothers Watchman and the Ferry-man as One<br />At life beginnings and its endings<br />Do you find Uriel<br />Welcome Dread Lord<br />Whose wings I have heard<br />Let all Fear Die in this space<br />And Growth and Love take its place<br /><br />Hand in Hand<br />Go Life and Death<br />The Cycle Continues<br />Thy Charge is Kept<br /><br />Hail and Welcome<br /> <br /><br />The blessings of the power of<br />Air to give your will Flight ...<br />The wind sprites play with the leaves at your feet..<br />to remind you that, thou the Will is invisible ..<br />it can move the world....<br /><br />Raphael.... Warder of the Sylphs of Air..<br />Unseen one, Guardian of all things that Fly<br />The first breath you draw in life<br />Is the Kiss of Raphael<br /><br />Welcome My Lord, come spread thy wings<br />You who make the chimes to ring<br />Bringer of Winters Storm,<br />Bringer of Summer breezes<br />Help us Clear away the Fog<br />that clouds real Loves true form<br /><br />Hail and Welcome<br />Feel the chakras light up and let the power flow<br />Red is the light of desires power<br />Orange to allow the power to flow<br />Yellow the sunshine the warmth on my face<br />Green is the color of healing grace<br />Blue to guide the will thru the night<br />Purple of lighting of the Powers might<br />Indigo flare to purist white<br /><br />My soul joins to yours......we stand in the light.<br /><br />When the Moon is full Earths children gather<br />to pay homage to Her that sustains us All..<br /><br />Earths children have braved the wind<br />and storm since the dawn of Time<br /><br />Earths children are awakened to the<br />fire of creation and are open to the light...<br /><br />Earths children are born of the waters of Life..<br />and unto them they will Return..<br /><br />Earths children have come to honor<br />the Mother in all her Wonder...<br /><br />Estsanatlehi<br />Changing Woman<br /><br />Winter to Spring, Summer to Fall<br />Changing Woman You are them All<br /><br />You Dance On the Mountains Around Your Hogan<br />To Bring Changes to The World<br /><br />Asase Yaa, Aberewa, Asase Efua<br />Names without End do we Call You<br />Lilacs in your Hair .. Ever Present Mother<br />In each Grain of Sand is thy Story<br /><br />Here me ...My Lady Freya<br />Mistress of Lighting<br />Mother of Magic<br />Mother of Freedom<br /><br />Be With us Now in our Time of Ritual<br /><br />Mother of Heroes<br />Mother of Earth<br /><br />Be With us Now in the Time of Earths Need<br /><br />Ever Mindful are we that<br /><br />We are the owner of our actions<br />heir to our actions,<br />born from our actions,<br />related through our actions,<br />and our actions are our judge.<br /><br />Whatever we do - for good or for evil -<br />that we will inherit..<br /><br />May the Divine help me be worthy of my actions...<br />here in this space<br />May the incense be Burned<br />May the water be Blessed<br />May the food nourish the Soul<br />May the wind chimes play the music of the Spheres<br />May the sword draw the Circle<br />May the wand hold the power, for the good of All..<br /><br />All the elements of Earth, Air, Fire,<br />Water and Spirit in Balance and Harmony<br /><br />Let the Power flow forth<br />into this new space which touches the World<br /><br />Let the power of Love for all mankind flow<br />to fill the empty Spaces<br /><br />Let the water of Life rain down to<br />make the closed mind<br />open like the Blossoms....<br /><br />Let the power of Fire<br />help the leaden of Heart to feel alive Again...<br /><br />Let the Power of the sword cut<br />through Ignorance...the dark places in the human Soul..<br /><br />Let the Shield be raised to defend the helpless<br />against those who would oppress them..<br /><br />Let the Cup be filled with Joy and Merriment<br />for there is all too little of that in the World..<br /><br />Let the wind carry the sound of our<br />Laughter... for this heals the Heart<br /><br />Let the Wand of power direct the<br />Power to where it is needed Most..<br /><br />Let the Power flow forth<br />into this new space which touches the World<br /><br />Let New life be forged ..... and new bonds created<br />during this time that is no time<br />in this place that is no place<br /><br />Hail and farewell spirits of the<br />North...Thank You...<br />Great Mother and benefactor<br /><br />Hail and farewell spirits of the<br />East...Thank You<br />and may thy winds blow gently upon the brow of man<br /><br />Hail and farewell spirits of the<br />South... Lord of fire and wisdom..Thank You<br />and may we have learned something<br />in this walks Endeavor..<br /><br />Hail and farewell spirits of the West...<br />We thank you for the gentle rains<br />to make the flowers of wisdom Grow..<br /><br />The incense is Ash...<br />The Fire may be put Out<br />The Water is Drunk<br />The Food has been Eaten<br />The Wind has carried our Voice..<br />The shield bearer may put his burden<br />down for now..<br />Take now the Sword and open the Way<br />for our return to the world of Time..<br /><br />But we take with us the scent of Holiness<br /><br />We take with us food for our Souls<br /><br />We take with us Knowledge<br />that we can do more than we thought we Could<br /><br />Our Mother has held us..<br />Our Father has counseled us...<br />The Spirits of Earth, Fire, Wind and<br />Rain have blessed Us...<br /><br />Our Brethren have worshiped with<br />Us... and we are Renewed...<br /><br />Hold tight to each other for a moments grace<br />and share the power in this place<br /><br />The Spirit walks<br />in a Space that is no Space..<br />for a time that is Timeless...<br /><br />Blessed Be your Coming..<br />Blessed Be your Going.....<br />Blessed be all your House<br />One and all</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Note: For instructions on forming a pagan circle for rites & rituals visit my blog post: <a href="https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html">https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html</a></span><br /> </p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-1571146267997336852021-05-05T10:00:00.001-07:002021-05-30T10:04:25.673-07:00Imbolc Ritual / Rite<p><span style="font-size: large;">Enjoy this ritual / rite for Imbolc, no matter your Pagan path! It is always good to give thanks and remember our blessings at this time of year.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Imbolc</b><br /><br />The Brides Bed is Ready<br />For our Lady Bridget to rest in twain<br />Marked with the sign of Gebo<br />Blessed is the last sheaf of grain<br /><br />Gathered are the woods of winter<br />Yule fires did burn bright<br />Blessed be the first signs of spring<br />Our Lady shines with her light<br /><br />A time of waiting for the bough to bloom<br />A time to make neat the witch's broom<br />A time of thanksgiving for deliverance<br />From winters deep cold<br />A time to make ready for spring time so bold<br /><br />Hail Heimdall, Keeper of the rainbow bridge<br />The frost on my windows your waters ways<br />Let your crystals guard the passes<br />Hail Frosted one, your memory stays<br /><br />Hail and be welcome Nanna<br />Mother Goddess of Earth<br />She who walked the by ways of darkness<br />That man might know light<br />Hail and blessings be Mother of Rebirth<br /><br />Hail Mother Freya, Mistress of storms<br />The air blows sweet from your passing<br />Let your Magic guard us round<br />Hail to our Lady everlasting<br /><br />Hail Bridget, Fire Mother of the forge<br />Your cloak is our deliverance<br />May it guard the circle from all untoward<br />Blessed be triple Mother of Fire born<br /><br />Light the torches<br />Ring out the shout<br />Let the power be heard round about<br />Call we to springtime<br />Wondrous Mothers warmth<br />Call we to blooms soon to spring forth<br />The years harvest is full<br />Blessing be that we are fed<br />Call forth now the re birth<br />Of springtime's stead<br /><br />Light the candles in the window frames<br />Let the peace flow over the landscape<br />Let the joy of life be claimed<br />One for love, one for light<br />One for the newness of life<br />That shines thur the window pane<br /><br />Bright the sacred woods burn<br />Bundled round the hearth we go<br />Sip cups of mead to bring life's joy<br />Bright is the fires flame<br /><br />Blessings to the world<br />Up the chimney with the smoke<br />Safe and sound the whole of creation<br />Waiting for the land to be awoken<br /><br />Off to the threshing floor we go<br />To render the harvest gained<br />Blessed be the Mother that lives in each grain<br />Bread to bake for Candlemas<br />Braided with Joy and Hope<br />Hail to the Goddess for her favor<br />Shown in this breaded rope<br />One for Maiden bringer of life<br />One for the Mother of gold<br />One for the Crone who is the seed of tomorrow<br />Hail to the Mother of Old<br /><br />We stand at the foot of the rainbow bridge<br />Fire and Ice made whole<br />New made wreath of the harvest straws<br />Laid down to give thanks for all it holds<br />Ice holds sway for a time yet<br />But the promise of tomorrow is told<br />Hail to the Goddess of New life<br />Hail to the Ice maiden so cold<br /><br />Frost and Fire<br />Seed and new Life<br />Greetings to the springtime that waits<br />Hail and blessings Great Lords<br />That one more winter soon abates<br /><br />Round we go with torches bright<br />Through the fields and orchards<br />Reminder to the trees and flower<br />Of the warmth of springtime's bower<br /><br />Hail Heimdall, Keeper of the rainbow bridge<br />Keeper of waters ways<br />Ice Brother who guards us<br />Hail Frosted one, your memory stays<br /><br />Hail and thank you, Nanna<br />Mother Goddess of Earth<br />Guardian of the Light of new life<br />Hail and blessings be Mother of Rebirth<br /><br />Hail Mother Freya, Mistress of storms<br />Your lighting wards in your passing<br />Thank you for your graciousness<br />Hail to our Lady everlasting<br /><br />Hail Bridget, Fire Mother of the forge<br />Inside your cloak we are comforted<br />Thank you for sharing fires promise<br />Blessed be triple Mother of Fire born</span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-53624699588854859712021-05-05T02:00:00.003-07:002021-05-05T02:00:00.231-07:00A Excellent Pagan, Wiccan & Witch Full Moon Rite / Ritual<p><br /><span style="font-size: large;">This Full Moon rite/ritual has been used by my coven for several decades. We also use others, but this one has become a favorite. Give honor and thanks to the Moon Goddess!<br /><br />Around the circle we go<br />while the winds blow<br /><br />The moon is high<br />and our thoughts we would show<br /><br />Shadows in the night we hold ...<br />To Tell our need in the moonlight cold<br /><br />Blessed moonlight on my face...<br />To make ourselves bold before the Mothers grace<br /><br />North the Mothers bountiful grace.<br />.bring thou abundance on this place<br />Hail and welcome<br /><br />East .. may the breeze bring bring changes to this place..<br />Hail and welcome<br /><br />South.. the fires place...<br />may you bring the blaze<br />to clear the rubbish from this space...<br />Hail and welcome<br /><br />West... the waters cool....<br />wash away the old and bring on the new...<br />Hail and welcome<br /><br />The moon is full and the time is right<br />for making known all our plights...<br /><br />Great Mother hear your servants call...<br />as I make known the needs of one and all<br /><br />Wisdom<br />that we may better serve thee<br />Sophia.. Lady so Wise... May we take bread with thee<br /><br />Abundance so we may spend more time.. at thy Great work...<br />Fortuna.. Lady of fortune... spread thy hand over us<br /><br />Peace so we may be still when the need calls for it<br />Buddha.. share with us your enlightened ways<br /><br />Merriment.. so we may serve thee with a smile<br />May the Fae.. rise up and dance with us<br />and Baubo hear our laughter<br /><br />Health so we may be strong for our endeavors<br />Gabrilla.. Lover of Man.. make us whole<br /><br />Companionship that we may never be alone...<br />there is strength in numbers<br />Xochiquetzal...lover of all life..<br />may there be lovers and friends to keep us company<br /><br />Shelter from life's storms..<br />a door we can close against the rain<br />Vesta great Mother of the Hearth..<br />may we have a home to keep us safe and warm<br /><br />Challenges that we may grow strong..<br />.and wise in the ways of life<br />Kuan Yin...Mother of compassion and Karma.<br />..May we live life well<br /><br />Communication... Blessed be the metal boxes<br />that keep us together<br />Mensa..Mother of numbers..<br />.may the computations always be right<br /><br />North the way of Growth and flower<br />We thank thee for thy power<br />Hail and Farewell<br /><br />East the winds have made the change<br />We thank thee for thy sweet breath<br />Hail and Farewell<br /><br />South the Fires place<br />We thank thee for thy blaze of Grace<br />Hail and Farewell<br /><br />West the realm of Waters ways<br />We thank thee for thy cleansing today<br />Hail and Farewell<br /><br />Blessed Sweet Mother to hear my call...<br /><br />Blessed be this company one and all<br /><br />Thy hand is light upon my head...<br /><br />Blessed be the time we have spent<br /><br />Hail Gracious Mother...May we serve you well</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">Note: For instructions on forming a pagan circle for rites & rituals visit my blog post: <a href="https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html">https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html</a></span><br /><br /> </p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-33628286558822481812021-05-04T02:00:00.003-07:002021-05-04T02:00:00.184-07:00New Years Rite - For All Pagans, Witches & Wiccans<p><span style="font-size: large;">This is an awesome rite or ritual as some call it. It has been used in my coven for years and time has proven it to truly give honor and thanks to all that nurtures us.<br /><br />Tonight we stand<br />in the moonlight bold<br /><br />At the time of year when the nights<br />start to become cold<br /><br />Hear the wind soft breezes cool<br />to soothe the brow from the summers heat<br /><br />Hail mighty winds<br />to blow away the cobwebs of mind<br /><br />Blessings Be<br /><br />Feel the warmth of fires glow<br />the brazier at your feet does show<br /><br />Hail the Fires warm embrace<br />to clean away the doss of my life<br /><br />Blessings Be<br /><br />Drink of the Waters cool refreshment<br />to soothe the lips from summers parch<br /><br />Hail wondrous Water<br />to soothe the weary soul<br /><br />Blessings be<br /><br />Feel the cool of Earth beneath your feet<br />to connect with Mother Earth so sweet<br /><br />Hail mighty Earth our Mother in faith<br />to hold us gently while this trip we take<br /><br />Blessings be<br /><br />The years does change<br />the wheel turns round<br />here we stand<br />anchored to the ground<br /><br />Lift up your heart<br />let the spirit fly<br />Gather the power<br />to make changes sweet<br />Gather yourself<br />for the work at your feet<br /><br />Time to clear the mind of the years turmoil<br />Time to make ready for winters chill<br />Time to become in truth<br />what the years beginning sought<br />Time to be upright no matter<br />how heavy the onslaught<br /><br />Your Blessings Mother we humbly seek<br />Fill the spaces within...with your love<br />Your Blessings Father we humbly seek<br />Fill the spaces within..with your wisdom<br /><br />Thanks and blessings be Gods of my Fathers<br />for listening to me<br /><br />Winds of power.. blessings be<br />Thank you for attending to me<br /><br />Fire of might .. blessings be<br />Thank you for attending to me<br /><br />Water so cool.. blessings be<br />Thank you for attending to me<br /><br />Earth solid Mother.. blessings be<br />Thank you for attending to me </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">Note: For instructions on forming a pagan circle for rites & rituals visit my blog post: <a href="https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html">https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html</a></span></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-87108665745058907382021-05-03T02:00:00.004-07:002021-05-03T02:00:00.230-07:00Graduation Rite / Ritual - For use by Witches, Wiccans & All Pagans<p><span style="font-size: large;">This is a rite to be performed for graduation purposes. It could be a school or college graduation or any other type of graduation ceremony. Our coven has used it. This rite can be preformed by a solitary or a coven. Many get confused by the term ritual and rite. In all honesty, to me, it matters not what the action is called, it is how well it works.<br /><br />Hail Great Mother as we stand on the threshold of life<br />We reach for your hand to help guide the way<br /><br />Hail Great Father as we stand on the threshold of life<br />We seek your wisdom to help guide the way<br /><br />Blessings on the Earth, on which we will walk<br />May our steps be sure and on good pathways<br /><br />Blessings on the Air we breathe, sustainer of life<br />That we take no moment of life for granted<br /><br />Blessings on the fire that is life's passions<br />May we embrace it to the fullest<br /><br />Blessings on the Water of even the tears life may bring<br />As it means we are willing to take risks<br /><br />Hail Mighty Mother and Father of life<br />hear your child who here stands<br /><br />We walk the measured pace of pomp and circumstance<br />Dressed in fine array<br />Yet within, do our own doubts hold sway<br /><br />We seek out the wisdom<br />To live our lives well<br />We seek out the passion<br />To do it with fervor<br />We seek out strength<br />To endure life's troubles<br />We seek out the might<br />To do what is right with our days<br /><br />We pass by the unseen gates of yet another milestone along life's highway<br />So much to do, so many things to see, the moments laid out before us like a ribbon of light<br />We seek understanding for what tomorrow holds<br />We pray for the knowledge to face it well<br />We stand as a beacon for those yet behind us<br />For it is by our hand that the world will be created<br /><br />Tomorrow holds the promise of life, but it is today in which we live it<br />May we use each of those precious days to our own enlightenment<br /><br />Youth is a gift without price, that is too often squandered away<br />May we use the gift of vigor to do what needs be done for the good of all<br />Great Father we ask your guidance, to deal with it all , come what may<br /><br />We stand on the threshold of tomorrow, with all our life before us<br />We stand proud and tall in the pathways of light<br />May it always be there to guide us<br /><br />Blessings on the Earth, on which we will walk<br />Our steps will be sure and on good pathways<br /><br />Blessings on the Air we breathe, sustainer of life<br />We will take no moment of life for granted<br /><br />Blessings on the fire that is life's passions<br />We will embrace it to the fullest<br /><br />Blessings on the Water of even the tears life may bring<br />We will not fear to take the risk</span></p><p><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Note: For instructions on forming a pagan circle for rites & rituals visit my blog post: <a href="https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html">https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html</a></span><br /></span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-73865835664746427362021-05-02T02:00:00.004-07:002021-05-02T02:00:00.225-07:00Rite / Ritual of Abundance - For Wiccans, Witches & All Pagans<p><span style="font-size: large;">The below has been used in my Witch's coven on many occasions. Know you will be graced by using it as well. This can be used by a solitary or in a coven.<br /><br />Earth Mighty Mother..we bow to your grace<br />We seek thy loving guidance<br />We seek thy bold embrace<br /><br />Air so precious..<br />only moments we live without seeing thy face<br />We seek thy loving power<br />We seek to win this race<br /><br />Fire so bold and warming.. our blood flows at thy pace<br />We seek thy loving warmth<br />We seek the cold to chase<br /><br />Water so cool and fresh..all things must know thy touch<br />We seek to make out lives bloom<br />We seek to know this grace<br /><br />We seek not to gain at another's loss<br />nor to gain what we have not earned<br />But if it please thee my Lords and Ladies<br />rain Thy blessings as the wheel turns<br /><br />Hail Demeter mistress of wealth<br />and grantor of goodness...<br />Hold thy pale hand over our head,<br />that we may become wise in thy ways<br />Hail Zeus, thy mighty Lord ,to strike down our weakness,<br />and grant us the will to grow<br /><br />Hail Punarvasu Lord of energy and vitality..<br />Grant us the strength to see to our needs<br />Blessing be Mother Aditi, who makes all the crops to grow<br />Grant us thy bounty<br /><br />Hail Habonida.. Mistress of prosperity...<br />We seek thy loving hand to help us do the work of the Gods<br />Hail thy Great Father Njord , patron of navigators.<br />Help us to chart the way to bountiful shores<br /><br />Hail Mother Freya.. Great lady of Magic..<br />Grant us the Will and the Word to work our desires<br />Hail Thor defender of Midgard ....<br />Lend us thy hammer to shatter the things which block our path<br /><br />Hail Mithra guardian over the prosperity of the world..<br />we the children of Earth bid you draw near<br />Hail to thy Father Ahura Mazda, who gave thee thy charge...<br />Blessings be reverend Father<br /><br />May we become wise to know<br />the way of enlightenment is not an easy path<br />Hail Demeter Lady of Fate<br /><br />May we be strong and forceful in our resolve<br />and not weaken when the times are lean<br />Hail Father Zeus may thy thunder be loud and long<br />in our ears that we not forget why we are here<br /><br />May we be full of the will to succeed<br />and not get in the way of our own prosperity<br />Hail Punarvasu who is always truthful with the self<br /><br />May we know when the crop is ripe<br />and when we must wait for the harvest<br />Hail Aditi...in thy golden grace.. whose time cannot be rushed<br /><br />May we wait with grace and not lose faith with our Fathers<br />Hail Habondia.. Great Witch of the stars<br />who waited a thousand years to hear her name<br /><br />Free us we ask, to work... not for ourselves alone...<br />but for the good of all men<br />Hail Njord.. grant us smooth sailing<br />and safe journey on this path we have chosen<br /><br />May we know the Magic of My Lady<br />to work our will when its needed ,<br />to bring to us what is ours by right<br />Hail Mother Freya..be with us now in our hour of need<br /><br />May we know plenty, to free our hands<br />for the work of the Gods<br />Hail Thor... mighty thunderer...<br />free our hands from poverty's chains<br /><br />May we have the force of will to do what is needed<br />Hail Mithra...we seek change and well watered fields...<br />to make the earth bloom again<br /><br />May we be forever grateful for the greatest gift we have... Life<br />Hail Ahura Mazda Lord Wisdom<br />may we be wise and use this gift well<br /><br />We seek not to gain at another's loss<br />nor to gain what we have not earned<br />We thank thee my Lords and Ladies<br />for Thy blessings as the wheel turns<br /><br />Blessing be Mother Earth<br />whose breast feeds us from morn to twilight<br />Blessings be Great Mother for thy watchful eyes on the Rite<br /><br />Blessings be Patron of Air on whom our life depends<br />Blessings be Quite miracle of grace our lives you did defend<br /><br />Blessings be Fire of my blood.. whose inspiration is my song<br />Blessings be warmth of my soul our Rite is at its end<br /><br />Blessings be Water so sweet<br />upon whom all things living must depend<br />Blessings be cool drink of my heart<br />We thank you that you attend<br /> <br /><br />Blessings be on this company </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Note: For instructions on forming a pagan circle for rites & rituals visit my blog post: <a href="https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html">https://www.dalehyde.org/2021/01/a-wiccan-ritual.html</a></span> <br /></span></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-80524992788593079902021-05-01T20:06:00.000-07:002021-05-01T20:06:54.071-07:00What is Magical Protection?<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Protection 101</b><br />Magical Protection is exactly what the words imply - using magic to protect <br />yourself and your surroundings. To be a bit more specific, it is the molding of <br />universal forces according to one's own will resulting in an "etheric" shield being <br />placed around an area. Magical protection is very much the same as putting <br />burglar bars on your windows and doors, security and surveillance systems <br />around your home. Your magical defenses will warn you of approaching danger <br />allow you to identify it and will keep the danger out.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Magical Protection can take many forms: purely mental/auric, ritualistic, <br />physical or any combinations of these. Each form of protection has advantages <br />and disadvantages along with different time requirements. These forms <br />mentioned herein are only a few possibilities that you have to choose from. <br /><br /><b>Why do we need to do this?</b><br />Magical Protection is essential for anyone who aspires to the Craft or subjects <br />relating to the Craft. (I dislike this word immensely but I was stumped for <br />another) A Witch, or any practitioner of magic, as a servant of the Light, has <br />the potential to attract negative influences, which will try to stop your work or <br />progress. Also, a Witch, or practitioner of magic, has the potential to have <br />negative energy directed at her/him by more unscrupulous entities. We also have <br />the potential to walk into a negatively charged area. Poverty stricken areas <br />usually have a higher concentration of people putting off negative emotions such <br />as worry and fear. Negative emotions or energy attract a certain form of creature <br />which feeds off the negative energy and tries to promote the conditions or <br />feelings which create it. Negativity build up can occur anywhere, a home where <br />there is a lot of fighting, around prisons, etc. It is imperative that you know how <br />to shield yourself from the influence of such negative forces. The potential for <br />exposure to negativity is not limited to a Witch or a practitioner of magic but to <br />everyone. It seems, however, that as you become more advanced, stronger if <br />you will, that the potential for these happenings increase. I propose the reason <br />for this is that as you become more in tune with the universe and energy <br />surrounding you, you begin to vibrate at higher levels. On the etheric level, your <br />astral form will begin to "glow" more brightly and thus the potential for attracting <br />attention increases. This is not to say that anyone will definitely attract unwanted <br />attention but the possibility does exist. <br /><br />As we move along the magical path, we will meet many entities and forces. <br />These forces can be broken into three categories of intent: good (positive), <br />neutral, bad (negative). By far, you will meet more good and neutral forces than <br />bad. This is the same as everyday life, you meet people who are good, neutral or <br />bad. Since there is a possibility for meeting a bad or negative force, should we <br />be worried? Yes and no. Be worried to the point of being aware that something <br />can happen is good - it means that you know that something could happen and <br />are that much more prepared to handle such an encounter. If you spend all of <br />your time looking for ambushes and traps with every step you take then this <br />might be a little extreme or bad. Forewarned is forearmed. During our workings <br />and travels, we learn to recognize these classes of forces, how to find them and <br />how to avoid them. When meeting any force you have several options: talk to <br />them, ignore them and walk away, take an aggressive stance if you feel <br />threatened, try to reason with a more unsavory force, etc. Whatever you do will <br />return three fold, do unto others as you would have them do undo you. These <br />are statements of truth. For the most part, meeting and being friendly is the best <br />choice but unfortunately it does not always result in a friendly response. As with <br />meeting people on the physical level your options for encounters are the same <br />on the Magical levels. <br /><br />Magical Protection can be thought of as a martial art. Learning such an art <br />provides you with a means to defend yourself (defense) if needed and if all else <br />fails, an offensive form which you can use to defend yourself. The techniques <br />presented here will help to keep negative forces away from you and teach you <br />how to get rid of them.<br /><br /><b>Forms of Magical Protection</b><br />Magical Protection can be resolved into two basic categories, physical and non-<br />physical. Non- physical protections involve shaping of energy into a shield and <br />wrapping it about yourself, object/place or another person (but only with <br />permission). Physical forms of protection involve the use of crystals, herbs, <br />symbols, talismans, etc. to hold protective energies about you or an area. <br /><br /><b>Non-Physical Protection</b><br />I like to call these the "down and dirty" forms of protection. These forms can <br />take the least amount of time/preparation and include several "instant" forms <br />which you can use if you get caught "with your pants down." In addition, some <br />of the techniques can be used as an offensive weapon if you have no other <br />choice. It is always best to try to avoid a confrontation and for the most part, if <br />you have shielding up, most things will leave you alone. However, there are <br />times when you are left with only two choices: fight in response to an attack or <br />get pounded upon. <br /><br /><b>Sphere of Light</b><br />The sphere of light is the most basic and fastest of all shielding techniques. This <br />is not to imply that it is inferior to other techniques though. The sphere of light is <br />as strong as your will and the energy that you put into it. Of course, the question <br />would be, "Well, if it is so good then why should I learn other techniques?" <br />Simply put, with any technique of defense, there is a counter to it. So, the more <br />techniques you know, the better able you are to defend yourself if the need ever <br />arises. The sphere of light is an extension of your auric form. The method of <br />creation is very simple. <br /><br /><b>Technique </b><br />Visualize yourself, see a small white dot at your center, watch it grow outward <br />until it surrounds your entire body, feel/see the sphere solidify into an <br />impenetrable shield through which nothing can enter (unless you will it). Once <br />your have the form visualized, allow the shield to turn transparent (like looking <br />through glass) - the shield is there and protecting you. Know that while you are <br />in this sphere of light you are protected and safe. <br /><br />When learning this technique, take time to slowly construct the form. Be sure to <br />have it completely surrounding you (top, bottom, front, back, sides). Practice <br />setting the shield and turning it transparent. As you practice, you will eventually <br />arrive at the point where you can call this type of shield instantly. This is the <br />level you wish to attain. Do not worry about the time it takes to call this shield <br />when you are beginning, just keep practicing and eventually it will become <br />reflex. <br /><br />DO NOT PRACTICE MAGICAL PROTECTION WHILE DRIVING <br />ANY TYPE OF VEHICLE!<br /><br />Another method of shielding is feeling yourself wrap a protective blanket around <br />you. Like when you were a little kid and you knew nothing bad could get to you <br />if you were just all covered up with your favorite blanket. Well make yourself a <br />magical blanket to wrap yourself up in only this one does protect you from <br />everything that is meant to harm you. <br /><br />Experience has taught me that different shields work better against different <br />things and if you work magic long enough you will attract attention and not all of <br />it is welcome. Depending on the situation I will have three to seven layers. <br />The question is what should these layers be? This is where a good imagination <br />comes into play. What you want is to think of something protective and see <br />yourself covered top of head to bottom of feet in the material. Common things to <br />shield with are the elements: air, fire, water, and earth.<br /> <br />When my family moves into a place, one of the first things I do is give it a good <br />cleaning on the physical and on the non-physical level. (I find this works best if <br />you do this before you start moving your possessions into the place if at all <br />possible.) For cleansing on a non-physical level, I usually mix up a special blend <br />of herbs, (which has been different each time because I have remembered to <br />write down exactly what I have done with incense exactly once. For your <br />information this is not a good thing.) I grind the herbs with a mortar and pestle <br />until they are in a semi-course state. (Some people say grind the dried herbs <br />finely but I like the texture better when they are coarser. Feel free to decide your <br />own personal preference.) I usually dump the herbs in a bowl at this point in <br />time and add a few drops of different oils and I use my hands to mix the oils and <br />herbs together. The herbs should not be too moist. (About the moisture amount <br />you would find in soil that is perfect for planting seeds.) I burn this blend on <br />charcoal, which is specially made to burn herbs. <br /><br />One of the next things I do is mix together some water and sea salt. (Tap water <br />will actually work fine although I have used rain, river and snow waters in the <br />past.) If we are in a house, I circle (or as close to a circle as I can) the property <br />line clockwise starting in the east and heading south, then west, up north and <br />finally back east. I sprinkle the salt water as I circle and state: "I bless and <br />consecrate these lands in the name of the Lady and the Lord." (Yes I realize for <br />all intents and purposes, the property is now holy ground but I have also found <br />blessed space keeps the rare icky spirit thing away.) It is very much like casting <br />a big circle. I see the circle form and see it both above and below the house. If <br />we were in an apartment, I would be doing a similar thing on the inside of the <br />house but would take special care to make sure to get the doors and windows. <br />There are tons of other protective measures you can do. Salt or sandalwood in <br />corners, a broomstick across a doorway, a witch ball hanging in a window and a <br />witch bottle buried under the house, are but a few examples. What is protective <br />would be too extensive to include in one small article but fortunately there are <br />plenty of books out there, which can be used as a reference point. (See the <br />house cleansing at the end)<br /><br />As I stated at the beginning of this article, I did not write this because attacks <br />are common, but building shields and having protections around you is just plain <br />smart. It is better to be needlessly prepared then caught unaware. I would like <br />to finish up this article by explaining how to make one version of a witch bottle. <br /><br />Witches Bottle<br />Items needed: <br />1 small bottle or jar with lid <br />clean sand <br />pins, nails broken glass (a broken mirror would be excellent) and all manner of <br />sharp objects that are yours .<br />Any protective herbs are good also.<br /><br />Open the jar and fill it with the sharp things. Be careful not to cut yourself. Fill <br />the bottle with sand then the "sharp objects". Close it tightly and charge it <br />(focusing your energy into it with a specific intent) with protecting the area you <br />are warding. Bury it under the house or in the area you wish protected. Make <br />sure it is in an area where it will not be disturbed or dug up.<br />And that is it. Pretty simple actually but also effective. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Blessed be.</span><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6149969329790802644.post-69572154238378417392021-03-28T11:55:00.001-07:002021-03-28T11:55:02.194-07:00The Magical & Ritual Use of Herbs - Damiana (Tumera diffusa)<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">A sacrament to improve and tone sexuality</span></h3><p><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>Family:</b></i> Tumeraceae.<br /><i><b>Botanical Name:</b></i> Turnera diflUsa.<br /><i><b>Synonyms:</b></i> Mexican damiana.<br /><i><b>Geographical Location:</b></i> Tropical parts of the Americas, particularly Texas and Mexico. It is also harvested in Africa.<br /><i><b>Habitat:</b></i> Grows in dry soil; needs sun.<br /><i><b>Botanical Description:</b></i> A small shrub with ovate leaves that are broadest toward the top end. The leaves are smooth and pale green on the upper side and smooth on the undersides except for a few hairs on the ribs. The flowers are yellow, arising singly from the axilla of the leaves followed by a one-celled capsule splitting into three pieces. The flower has an aromatic smell and a bitter taste.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>HISTORY</b><br />Many women in Mexico have found that a cup of damiana tea taken one or two hours before intercourse helps to immerse them in the sex act. It is believed to have a tonic effect upon the sexual organs and the nervous system. Most effective when used in combination with saw palmetto berries (Serenoa repens) in a 1:1 ratio.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>CHEMISTRY</b><br />The leaf contains 0.2-0.9% volatile oil, 14%resin, approximately 3.5% tannin, 6%starch, and a bitter substance called damianian.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>PRIMARY EFFECTS</b><br />Mild aphrodisiac and marijuana-like euphoria, lasting about an<br />hour and a half.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>PREPARATION</b><br />In his book, A Manual of Sex Magick, LouisJ. Culling describesa damiana drink preparation: Take 2 heaping tablespoons of dried damiana leaves and boil them in 1 cup of water for five minutes. Cool, strain, and drink in the evening. He recommends continual use over a two-week period for significant results.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>RITUAL USE</b><br />Below is a fine recipe for an aphrodisiacal cordial of damiana.<br />Soak 1 ounce ofdamiana leaves in 1 pint of vodka for five days.<br />Pour off the liquid, strain, and filter through a conical paper coffee filter. Soak remaining alcohol-drenched leaves in *pint of distilled or spring water for another five days. Pour off the liquids, strain, and filter as before. Warm water extracts to 160°F and dissolve in Y2 to 1 cup of honey. Combine alcoholic and aqueous extractions. Age for one month. During the aging a sediment will form as the liqueur clarifies. The sediment is harmless but you may wish to siphon the clear liqueur from it. For best results, take 1 or 2 cordial glasses of the beverage nightly. The taste is exquisite.<br />Small quantities of liqueur are excellent for any ritual oriented<br />toward sex magic. Although its chemistry is unknown,<br />damiana can be used as a sacrament to improve and tone sexuality.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>Note of Caution:</b></i> <i>Excessive long-term use may be toxic to the liver.</i><br />Damiana can make a really fine smoke if used in a waterpipe. For a marijuana-like high, a blend known as Yuba Gold is:<br />4 parts damiana leaf<br />4 parts scullcap herb<br />~ part lobelia herb<br />4 parts passionflower herb<br /></span></p><p><br /></p>Sabrinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00480855394985340230noreply@blogger.com0