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Feb 1, 2012, 7:54 am
February
2 - Imbolc (Lammas, Southern Hemisphere)
7 - Full Moon
12 - Feralia starts
14 - Valentine's Day
14- Last Quarter Moon
15 - Lupercalia
21 - New Moon
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Jan 25, 2012, 10:25 am
A bit of writing I've done over on my examiner column:
History of Imbolc
Imbolc Correspondences
I've been working non-stop the last week or so on some new classes I am taking, and also working on creating a few classes of my own! Looking forward to sharing them once I figure out what method I'll b... Comment - Like
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Jan 17, 2012, 8:09 am
I thought I'd take a bit of time today to share a few of the great books I've been reading! There's always a huge stack (or three) around the house or loaded on my nook and I love sharing great titles! Here's just a few.
First up is Cook School by Amanda Grant. This is an awesome little book... Comment - Like
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Jan 12, 2012, 9:02 am
Because this subject is in the news once again, I thought I'd rerun this older post.
Updated to add: I posted this last year as part of Touchstone Advocacy's 30 Days of Advocacy Against Witch-hunts. Please join them on Facebook or at their website.
False accusations of witchcraft run rampant... Comment - Like
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Jan 9, 2012, 7:59 am
Popping in quickly to share with you some of what I've been up to lately.
Right before the holidays, I signed up to volunteer at the local food bank. Now that the kids are getting older and more self-sufficient, I wanted to get involved in a more grown-up volunteer situation (as opposed to scouts,... Comment - Like
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Jan 6, 2012, 7:20 am
Quite a ways back, I was doing a regular feature on the blog called "Ask Mrs. B." I haven't done it in quite a while, so I thought I'd give it another go. I regularly answer quite a few questions via emails and facebook messages on the subjects of Paganism, cooking, books and school issues deali... Comment - Like
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Jan 5, 2012, 5:55 am
Photo courtesy of the authorPlanning your meals and shopping according to what's in season has a multitude of benefits. There is, of course, the obvious health benefits of working fresh fruits and vegetables into your diet. Buying produce in season is also relatively inexpensive; you get fruits an... Comment - Like
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Jan 4, 2012, 9:00 am
January
1 - New Year's Day
5 (evening, into Jan. 6) - La Befana comes to visit
8 - Justitia
12 - Compitalia
16- Martin Luther King Day
20 - St. Agnes Eve
25 - St. Paul's Day
February
2 - Imbolc (Lammas, Southern Hemisphere)
12 - Feralia starts
14 - Valentine's Day
15 - Lupercalia
March
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Jan 4, 2012, 6:18 am
January
1 - First Quarter Moon
9 - Full Moon
16 - Last Quarter Moon
23 - New Moon
31 - First Quarter Moon
February
7 - Full Moon
14 - Last Quarter Moon
21 - New Moon
March
1- First Quarter Moon
8 - Full Moon
15 - Last Quarter Moon
22 - New Moon
April
8 - Full Moon
13 - Last Quarter Moon
21 - New ... Comment - Like
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Jan 4, 2012, 5:40 am
Photo courtesy of the author.Baby it's cold outside! If you are like me, though, you're already thinking of spring time and getting back outside in the warm weather. Here are some ways to help get you through the winter weather and help keep in tune with the earth. (Think you can't grow things... Comment - Like
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Jan 3, 2012, 6:42 am
January is named after the Roman god Janus.
Magical works to concentrate on in January: banishing negativity, new beginnings, protection, weather divination, wish magic, works to help you achieve your goals
January 2011's Moon Phases:
Jan. 9: Full MoonJan. 16: Last Quarter MoonJan. 23: New M... Comment - Like
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Dec 19, 2011, 7:07 am
The MooHappy Monday! I know, I know - it's been a while, right? I swear, this has been one of my busiest times, the last six months or so. Too much to do, not near enough time.
But things are going well! My book has been turned in (fingers crossed it doesn't get sent back with a big, "Thanks... Comment - Like
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Nov 2, 2011, 7:00 am
Photo by L. Marie My apologies to everyone for the delay in announcing winners! I've been sick and down for the count with strep throat and bronchitis. I'm finally starting to feel human again!
So the winners for last month's giveaways are......
The winner of the adorable cupcake necklace from... Comment - Like
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Oct 31, 2011, 7:04 am
Graphic by Tifany12, via Wikimedia CommonsHappy Samhain to all who celebrate! And to those in the Southern Hemisphere, Happy Beltane!
May the Lord and Lady bring you many blessings this season! Comment - Like
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Oct 24, 2011, 7:07 am
Feeling a bit under the weather and will be taking a few days off to rest. The ongoing giveaways will be extended until Nov. 1, so get those entries in! If I don't see you before then, Happy Halloween! Happy Samhain! And for those in the southern hemisphere, Happy Beltane!
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Oct 19, 2011, 7:27 am
Today we start a giveaway for this completely adorable Halloween cupcake necklace from Marie Segal's Art from My heart! Here's how to enter!
REQUIREMENTS
Visit Art From Heart on Etsy, then come back here and leave the URL an item that you just love (it won't be hard to find one!).
This entry will ... Comment - Like
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Oct 17, 2011, 8:33 am
I don't think that anyone would disagree that Christian Day is a colorful character who has, once or twice, created a bit of controversy in the world of witchcraft. After reading The Witches Book of the Dead myself, I can say that despite anyone's ideas on the man himself, his knowledge of the top... Comment - Like
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Oct 12, 2011, 12:49 pm
Thanks to everyone who popped in and entered to win the wonderful book Old World Witchcraft by Raven Grimassi! If you aren't the winner, seriously, put it on your list for Yule (or just buy it). It's really that good.
And so, the winner, chosen by an online random number generator is (insert dru... Comment - Like
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Oct 11, 2011, 7:38 am
If you are a Pagan parent or someone who buys books for Pagan kids, you're probably already aware of the lack of books - and quite frankly a lack of quality books - in the genre. While both fiction and non-fiction books in this area for teens has really been starting to come around in the last few... Comment - Like
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Oct 5, 2011, 11:17 am
Photo by 3268zauber via Wikimedia CommonsI picked up a copy of Taste of Home magazine's Fall Baking edition the other day. It's jam packed with all sorts of recipes (with pictures! I love recipes with pictures!). It includes baking basics plus recipes for all sorts of cakes, cupcakes, cookie... Comment - Like
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Oct 4, 2011, 7:48 am
I admit it, I read a lot. Fiction, non-fiction, biographies, metaphysical, backs of cereal boxes - I've been known to read the backs of shampoo bottles in the shower. It's been a while since something got me super interested in that can't-put-it-down way. Old World Witchcraft by Raven Grimassi... Comment - Like
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Oct 3, 2011, 7:09 am
Here's a quick, fun Halloween craft that cost almost nothing to create! Miss M. read about it in her American Girl magazine and just had to try it! We had everything but the socks already laying around the house.
What you need:Socks of almost any size, depending on what size "buddy" you want to ... Comment - Like
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Oct 3, 2011, 7:08 am
Hello all! So I'm getting back in the blogging saddle after what feels like a lonnnnnnng break. Though I unfortunately did not have the ability to plan out my usual 31 Days of Halloween this year, I will be hosting a few great giveaways and reposting some of my favorite Halloween/Samhain crafts,... Comment - Like
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Jul 14, 2011, 11:51 am
I'm posting Harry Potter recipe links, Wizard Rock and articles on Facebook today! Join in for the countdown to the midnight showing!
http://www.facebook.com/ConfessionsofaPaganSoccerMom
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Jul 13, 2011, 11:23 am
Many folks here the word "plantain" and think of those banana-like fruit. Others think of this wonderful little herb that I will bet you have a ton of right in your own yard!
There are two basic types of plantain to find in your neighborhood (though there are over 200 types of the plant!): broad ... Comment - Like
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Jul 11, 2011, 11:35 am
Today is one of Rhea's sacred days.
Called "The Great Mother" or "Mother of the Gods", Rhea is a patroness of fertility; petition her for all things pregnancy and childbirth related. Her name actually means "flow", indicating the menstrual flow, birthing waters, the ocean's tide, the moon and mo... Comment - Like
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Jul 8, 2011, 10:58 am
Thanks to everyone who took the time to enter my little reader appreciation contest! I wish I could send something to each and every one of you. Perhaps when I finally win the lottery...
It took a bit to go through and get rid of double entries and get everything straight for the random number g... Comment - Like
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Jul 7, 2011, 1:57 pm
One of the hardest things to cook well is also one of the simplest foods: plain white* rice. You can get it in a box of course and do it in 5 minutes. You can use a rice cooker (which is a nifty thing to have if you make a lot of rice!). But with a simple process, you really can cook perfect r... Comment - Like
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Jul 5, 2011, 9:24 am
July 1: New Moon
July 5: Sacred Day of Maat
July 8: First Quarter Moon
July 8: Sacred Day of Juno
July 9: Asatru Day of Remembrance for Unnr the Deep-Minded
July 9: Sacred Day of Dionysus
July 10: Feast Day of the Witch- Goddess Holda
July 11: Feast Day of Rhea
July 13: Sacred Day of Osiris
July 14... Comment - Like
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Jul 5, 2011, 9:03 am
Photo by Kintaiyo via Wikimedia CommonsOne of the easiest (not to mention healthiest and most economical!) ways to feel close to the earth and deity is to make a conscious effort to eat in season.
Peruse the local farm markets to find the most ripe, full of flavor fruits and veggies. When you buy ... Comment - Like
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Jun 30, 2011, 12:04 pm
Photo by Thierry Geoffroy,
via Wikimedia CommonsThis morning I ran across a small article called The Pagan Community Is Preparing to Aid Members in Health Care Facilities, which led me to another article, The Pagan Community Isn't Ready to Aid Members in Health Care Facilities. This second article... Comment - Like
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Jun 28, 2011, 1:21 pm
False accusations of witchcraft run rampant in Africa right now. The accusations are based on a variety of things, including everything from traditional religious practices to jealousy and from babies with colic to children with autism.
You might have read a post or two here about the "witches" ... Comment - Like
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Jun 24, 2011, 8:57 am
CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED TO COMMENTS! Winner to be announced soon!
I happened to be in Michael's yesterday, and came across a bunch of really interesting stuff. Stuff that made my heart sing and made me laugh out loud. You may recognize the "person" in the picture:
I had to buy it all. Had... Comment - Like
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Jun 21, 2011, 8:48 am
Whether you are celebrating the Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the Winter Solstice in the Southern Hemisphere, have a wonderful, blessed day! Comment - Like
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Jun 20, 2011, 8:09 am
The Summer Solstice (Winter Solstice in the Southern Hemisphere) is coming on June 21 at 17:16 UTC (find what time that is in your time zone here). Here are some recipes, correspondences and ideas to get you started on a wonderful summer vacation! Check back often for updates!
From canning... Comment - Like
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Jun 14, 2011, 9:43 am
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Tomorrow is the first of two lunar eclipses happening in 2011 (the next takes place in December).
Unfortunately, it will not be visible in the Northern Hemisphere, so I invite you to watch during the 4 hours of the eclipse here, or go to... Comment - Like
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Jun 13, 2011, 12:36 pm
There are several herbs that you can scout out in your own yard and around your neighborhood, if you know how to identify them! Today we'll be taking a quick look at mugwort. Mugwort is a very prolific and often invasive weed. Many states are pulling it up by the roots, trying to get rid of it... Comment - Like
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Jun 10, 2011, 9:09 am
The Hestia Tapestry "Hestia full of Blessings"Photo: From 1945 book Documents of Dying PaganismThere are many, many domestic deities from which to choose from when looking for one to invite into your home. From well known Greek Goddesses to little know Chinese oven Gods to animistic gods of ancien... Comment - Like
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Jun 9, 2011, 6:35 am
Well, the votes are in, and it would appear that CPSM has ended up in the top spot. It was pretty darn close, and I was on the very edge of my seat until the last minute (which seemed to last a lifetime!). I've got a whole host of feelings swirling around in my brain and in my heart over this wh... Comment - Like
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Jun 7, 2011, 9:42 am
Voting ends tonight at 8 pm EST. The votes between the top few bloggers are very close! Make sure to vote for your favorites!
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Jun 6, 2011, 8:53 am
Recently I visited the local "pick-your-own" lavender farm with my favorite group of Pagan ladies. Not only did we cut bundles of fresh lavender, but I was also able to get a nice big bag of dried lavender to supplement what I grow and dry myself in the garden.
So what's a girl to do with a bag of... Comment - Like
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Jun 2, 2011, 11:29 am
Photo credit: Elke Wetzig
Via Wikimedia CommonsToday the Huffington Post shared an article that was excerpted from the Archbishop Desmond Tutu's new book, God Is Not A Christian: And Other Provocations.
I was so touched by his words, his example and his beliefs, I had to share some quotes from the... Comment - Like
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Jun 1, 2011, 10:46 am
June 1: New Moon
June 1: Partial Solar Eclipse (visible in most parts eastern Alaska, Asia, Alaska, some of northern Canada, and Greenland)
June 1: Festival Day of Carna
June 3: Festival Day of Bellona
June 7: Vestalia
June 8: First Quarter Moon
June 11: Matralia
June 14: Flag Day
June 15: Full Mo... Comment - Like
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Jun 1, 2011, 9:50 am
The minute I heard the name of this book, I knew I had to get my hands on a copy! What parent, exhausted and bordering on insanity, has not just prayed their kid would just go the (insert whatever word you used) to sleep? I'm not even going to lie and say that I didn't!
Written in rhyme and with... Comment - Like
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May 31, 2011, 10:23 am
I expected to be out this morning knee-deep in an IEP meeting for my middle guy, but his in-class support teacher was not in school today. I chose to reschedule for another time instead of trying to do a meeting without my kid's main educator there. Grrrr.
Speaking of which, if you have a child ... Comment - Like
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May 28, 2011, 3:40 pm
In my garden I grow quite a variety of herbs, plants and flowers that I use for cooking, medicinal concoctions and for magic. From mugwort to thyme, from calendula to tomatoes, my family and I tend our plants from spring to fall (winter gardening in NJ tends to consist of looking at several feet o... Comment - Like
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May 27, 2011, 9:33 am
This is going to be a long one, folks! Updated to add: Some of the noted links have now been removed or closed to comments. Some of the quoted people have left comments at the end of this post.
Yesterday, I was going about my business after a nice day with friends to find a message about my pa... Comment - Like
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May 25, 2011, 1:05 pm
Thanks very much to Lauren Gray from The Haunted Hollow Tree Art shop for offering up such an amazing prize! The winner of the contest will receive their choice of up to $40 in prints (with free shipping).
Picked by an online random number generator, the winner is.....
Judy from the blog "Judy's P... Comment - Like
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