January 2011
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C A N D L E M A S -by Gwydion Cinhil Kirontin...
One of the nicest folk-customs still practiced in many
countries, and especially by Witches in the British Isles and
parts of the U.S., is to place a lighted candle in each and every
window of the house, beginning at sundown on Candlemas Eve
(February 1), allowing them to continue burning until sunrise.
Make sure that such candles are well seated against tipping and
gaurded from...
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C A N D L E M A S -by Gwydion Cinhil Kirontin...
Today, this holiday is chiefly connected to weather lore.
Even our American folk-calendar keeps the tradition of
“Groundhog’s Day”, a day to predict the coming weather, telling
us that if the Groundhog sees his shadow, there will be “six more
weeks” of bad weather (i.e., until the next old holiday, Lady
Day). This custom is ancient. An old British...
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C A N D L E M A S -by Gwydion Cinhil Kirontin...
Brigit’s holiday was chiefly marked by the kindling of sacred
fires, since she symbolized the fire of birth and healing, the
fire of the forge, and the fire of poetic inspiration. Bonfires
were lighted on the beacon tors, and chandlers celebrated their
special holiday. The Roman Church was quick to confiscate this
symbolism as well, using “Candlemas” as the day to...
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C A N D L E M A S -by Gwydion Cinhil Kirontin...
The holiday is also called “Brigit’s Day”, in honor of the
great Irish Goddess Brigit. At her shrine, the ancient Irish
capital of Kildare, a group of 19 priestesses (no men allowed)
kept a perpetual flame burning in her honor. She was considered
a goddess of fire, patroness of smithcraft, poetry and healing
(especially the healing touch of midwifery). This...
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C A N D L E M A S -by Gwydion Cinhil Kirontin...
It seems quite impossible that the holiday of Candlemas
should be considered the beginning of Spring. Here in the
heartland, February 2nd may see a blanket of snow mantling the
Mother. Or, if the snows have gone, you may be sure the days are
filled with drizzle, slush, and steel-grey skies — the dreariest
weather of the year. In short, the perfect time for a Pagan
Festival of...
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“THE CREED
This can be said by the High Priestess, the High Priest or the Coven...”
– Valiente, Doreen; “Witchcraft for Tomorrow”; Phoenix Publishing 1985
STUDY
I. Ethics A. The Wiccan Rede B. The Law or Return (sometimes called the “Threefold Law”) C. Perfect Love and Perfect Trust (among partners in magick) II. The Witches’ Pyramid A. Faith in your abilities and powers. B. Imagination to vividly create in your mind that which you desire to manifest. C. Will to...
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Watchitsjustindie:
Clicking one square wasn’t enough for me.
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Thank you!
Thank you Johnny Mountain (retired) meteorologist ABC7 and Gene Gleeson (retired) reporter for ABC7 and your friend Peter from Minn & Wisconsin. You guys had me rolling! Thanks for the company and booze! I learned a lot about the Rose Parade, you guys, and I don’t think I ever remember drinking that early before! Happy Healthy…enjoy your retirement and I promise I will see you...