Dandy Dandelion

 

Dandy Dandelion

   Spring is here & everyone's lawns are aglow with the most favored of flowers- dandelions!
Now, before you go wasting energy in an attempt to be rid of them, hear me out. These little 'nuisances' are actually blessings!
Did you know dandelion is edible? Not only are these sunny little flowers nutritious, but also delicious!

   I successfully kicked my outrageous caffeine habit, without any headaches, using dandelion root "coffee." I've seen beautiful yellow dandelion jelly, wine, and umpteen ways to prepare the greens, but I've never tried baking with the blossoms. I found this recipe for Dandelion Bread over at Saving4six.

  There are numerous sites that will tell you all about the medicinal use & health benefits of dandelion, so I won't write about that here.  We're here for the magical element, after all!
 Dandelions are commonly associated with wishes but also with calling spirits & psychic ability. Because the flowers resemble brilliant little suns, we are using it in conjunction with the salt to dispel negativity, and the honey to sweeten our own dispositions. Even the wheat is full of power, associated with rebirth, wishes, abundance & prosperity. It's all about intention. Baking is itself an alchemical process, turning your raw ingredients into an entirely different thing. I love the visual baking provides- you can see your intentions becoming the desired outcome.

 You'll need 2 cups of petals so get picking, but leave a few for our buzzing friends! My kids did most of the work & had a wonderful time. Our hands smelled amazing after the harvest, like sunshine and honey and pure unadulterated joy. I would wash the petals well ahead of time, because wet petals clump together and aren't very easy to stir into the dry ingredients.

The recipe as written is perfect, though mine needed about 35-40 minutes to bake. It was very easy to throw together & pretty quick. One batch makes two loaves.
The finished product has the texture of banana bread, golden flecks of petal, & the flavor reminiscent of a very mild honey-sweetened cornbread.

A Christian Witch? Notes on my personal beliefs

 How can you be a Christian AND practice "magic?" Aren't the two at odds with each other?
For me the two go hand in hand, but it's something not highly thought of or easily accepted by either circles.

  I was raised in a family that calls itself Christian but never actually did anything to show it. My parents did not speak to me on matters of faith. They were not churchgoers. We did not pray or read from the Bible. Despite this, I found God at an early age & a serendipitous encounter led to me joining church at the age of 5.  I've always been a non-denominational Protestant Christian, belonging to the universal church that is all followers of Jesus Christ. To be clear, I am not attempting to follow two religions. The craft is a practice, not a religion. Typically, I don't even call myself a witch. I do use the term magic to describe my practices because it's easy.

What about the Divine Feminine?
  My god is יהוה 
The name does not indicate a gender. The Creator is both masculine & feminine, without being either male or female. God is and will be anything that is needed. For me, a single god is able to fulfill both roles. There are many names for this god, and I use the one I feel is most suited to my need at that moment. 

Holidays
  Christianity has a known history of adapting pagan holidays, making them it's own in order to gain, and keep, converts. Frankly, the holiday traditions the average Christian celebrates are rife with obvious pagan tradition- this is undeniable.
 I celebrate the wheel of the year because it keeps me mindful & appreciative of the glories of the Creator. I love to lift my hands & voice in praise of the wisdom shown in the cycles on nature or in thankfulness for the rich bounties of the earth. This connection to nature also helps me to be a better steward of the earth- a duty sadly neglected by many.

Practices
  Is it a sin for you to take digitalis for your heart or sip mint tea to soothe an aching tummy? No, of course not. The Creator gave us plants with clear medicinal benefits, stones to use as tools, the ability to have or decipher meaningful dreams, the moon and stars not only for their beauty & light, but for navigation and timekeeping, etc. The 'magic' I practice is nothing more than appreciating & utilizing these divine gifts. I would never use these gifts to harm or manipulate another & I try to overcome the temptation to use them for material gain.  I opt to go with the mindset "as You (my god) will it," rather than "as I will it."
 Though I acknowledge the existence of other gods, I never call on or worship them. I don't really use pentagrams or other symbols, but I do have an altar.
  I don't consult spirits or angels nor do I visit mediums. I will not consult the dead in my practice.
   I do read the Bible, which I believe to be THE Word of God & pray daily.  I attend weekly group Bible study & can be found in a pew of a traditional church on Sunday morning.
  Here is what the Bible has to say about witchcraft. You can use the same site to easily look up what the Bible says about dreams, anointing with oil, incense, prophets, miracles, & really anything else. I see nothing that implies my practices go against the laws of my god, though I certainly cannot say this about all aspects of my life (cursing, occasional twinges of jealousy, letting my anger get the better of me, not always being very loving towards others, etc). I strive to live my life by The Greatest Commandment.

Please keep in mind that this is an opinion piece. In no way am I implying that this is the right way or the only way,  it's just my way.

Pick A Card- Free advice of the day 10/13/22

 

Take a sec to clear your mind & ground yourself before we get started.

            Ready? Pick your 'shroom! Will you choose 1, 2, or 3?

⮛...........SCROLL DOWN TO REVEAL YOUR MESSAGE..........⮛

      🠗           🠗           🠗           🠗           🠗           🠗           🠗          🠗           

                           

Card 1: Queen of Pentacles  

1️⃣ You've been feeling overwhelmed lately, but its all going to work out! Happy times are just ahead!

Card 2: Death
2️⃣ That situation you've been obsessing over? It's time to let it go. You don't need to let it control your life anymore. Just let it die.

Card 3: Ace of Cups
3️⃣ Your creativity is flowing, now is a good time to pursue your passion!

 Deck: Tarot del Fuego

 

Crystal-infused Water for Weight Loss

Crystal-infused Water for Weight Loss

 Need a little extra *oopmh* when it comes to your weight loss efforts? This magical water may be just the thing you need. 

This water is best made during the waning moon. Easy to remember- slimming moon for a slimmer you! 

The following are some crystals that support weight loss:

Amethyst reduces cravings

Blue Apatite is ideal for curbing your appetite

Bloodstone, Sodalite, & Tiger's Eye are all good for your metabolism

Iolite helps release fat deposits

Clear Quartz amplifies the affects of the others

 Additionally, you should think about the root cause of your weight issue. Are you an emotional eater or do you suffer food addiction, a lack of motivation, or a slow metabolism? Consider adding some crystals to address that. 

You'll need:

• Crystals of choice 
• A large, clear container with cover (plastic wrap will work) to hold your water. A gallon sized container is most preferred. You can also make multiple batches at once.
• Distilled or spring water
• A place to set the container where it will in the moonlight overnight

The first step is to cleanse & charge your stones with intent.

 Once that is done, you need to make your infusion. Now, since it is not always desirable, or even safe, to submerge your stones into water you'll be consuming, you can either place them in a smaller sealed container & place that in your larger vessel before filling with water, or you can do what I do, which is to simply arrange the stones atop the plastic wrap or circle them around the base of your container.

  Fill your large vessel with water and seal it. I like to pray over the water, placing my hands on either side of the container and focusing on my intent. Set your container outside where it will be in the moonlight. Retrieve as soon as possible in the morning!

 Now that your water is charged remove the crystals. You should use this as your drinking water through the day, aiming to consume about 2 liters. Carry the stones with you throughout the day to for an additional boost.

After sundown you can refill the container, replace the stones (no need to cleanse or recharge during this process), & place it back in the moonlight. Repeat nightly during the waning moon.
 You can continue this practice for as long as needed or desired, just be sure you charge your water while the moon is waning.

For extra weight loss benefits consider infusing your body lotion (just add a clean, charged crystal to the bottle & shake- but first check to make sure your stone isn't water soluble or toxic).

 Just remember, this infusion is not going to give you results unless you're willing to put in the energy; increase your physical activity and eat mindfully. This works to enhance your efforts, not replace them.

 Have you ever tried crystals or spellwork to enhance your weight loss? Did you find it easier to achieve your goals?


Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional & this is not medical advice. This is meant as a complement to, and not a replacement for, other therapies as prescribed by your regular healthcare provider.

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  My abilities began to manifest as a very small child, first in the form of clairvoyant dreams. As I grew & matured, so did my gifts. From an early age I was adept at interpreting dreams, and began purposely dream sharing with close (& willing) friends. I grew up in the horticultural world & I've spent most of my life outdoors, developing a deep love of and connection with the Earth. I am fluent in the use of plants, essential oils, and healing stones for both mundane and magical purposes.   Originally from a large city in the heart of Texas, I spent my teen years in the deserts of the Southwest before making Oregon my home. My spiritual journey began in earnest on the dusty plains of the Llano Estacado in the American Southwest. There, beneath the wide open skies, overseen by millions of glittering stars, I searched my soul & had many conversations with the Universe. It was in this desert that I was first handed a deck of cards, with the mysterious message that they were meant for me & no other information.  I started reading for friends & family, but it wasn't until the internet was in every home that I realized what a natural talent I had for it! I began reading cards for missing persons for practice, journaling my interpretations as I always do. When cases were solved I could see just how spot on my readings really were. That gave me the confidence to read for total strangers, and make a business from it. 

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