Prosper in All Things

Prosperity comes in many forms.  Most people look at abundance from a perspective of monetary gain, which unfortunately, is truly part of the Reality we live in.  However, I also look at Prosperity in terms of Spirit and feeling Spiritually Rich.  Since Thursdays encompass the intention of Prosperity, I focus on household chores that not only revolve around bringing more money into the household but also bring an increase of Spiritual Growth.  Household bills are always paid on Thursday, with grateful intentions and appreciation for the services, as it is believed that the more you give "Thanks", the more your life will prosper from Karmic rewards.  Personally, I always keep in mind that not everyone can afford the luxury of heat and water, and for that I am truly Blessed.

Carrying a Bay Leaf in your wallet is said to keep your wallet abundant.  Therefore, every Thursday, I reannoint my Bay Leaf with "Magnet" oil and secure it back within my wallet.  During a Full Moon, I am always sure to place that same Bay Leaf under the moon and the stars, as the more power it has, the better.  Sprinkling Basil during this time is also quite beneficial, and while doing so, I always repeat the mantra of "With this Basil, Prosperity Brings".  Since vacuuming seems to be the unending chore, I am always sure to sprinkle the herbs of that specific Intention before completing the task, as it is one of the easiest ways to set your goals in motion.

It has long been thought that the toilet is the means of Prosperity wealth or loss.  Therefore, cleaning the toilet on Thursdays has always been quite the priority.  Along with a good cleaning, I also make sure that the toilet seat is always down before flushing, as the belief has long been that a toilet seat up ensures that your household money will be "flushed down the tubes". 

During a Waxing Moon, special emphasis is put into burning a green candle when you rise, instilling an Intention of Productivity and Luck in Business for the day.  I'm also a fan of preparing Italian dishes with the addition of Basil, as ingesting this source of Magick has always been looked upon favorably  Business dealings and decisions, if at all possible, should be saved for Thursdays for increased positivity, and wearing the color green will help keep you focused on the ability to Prosper in All Things.  Everyone can benefit from a richer life, in terms of Money AND Spirit.  Therefore, believing in and setting the Intention for Prosperity is, truly, half the battle.

Happy Thursday! 

Harmony and Communication

*Since I was unable to post Wednesday's greeting on Wednesday, I am posting it now.  

Sorry for the inconvenience.

Being that the hubs of my home are located in both the Dining Room and Living Room, I always choose to attend to their needs on Wednesdays, as Wednesdays are ideal for energy surrounding Harmony and Communication.  Before beginning my duties, I have made it my practice to turn on light, peaceful music and burn Lavender or calming essential oil or candles.  I also sprinkle dried Lavender on my Living Room floor to ground my intent before giving it a good sweep.  Items that have settled on the end tables promptly get put away, and blinds and curtains are thoroughly washed monthly.

Since my Dining Room also houses my computer, I always spend some part of the day answering any emails that may have piled up, as attending to queries on this day helps remind me to keep focused and easily understood.  The tables and chairs get a good washing, and depending on how far away it is until the next holiday, I may also get the joy of redecorating my buffet cabinet.  When I am feeling extra sprite, the dried flowers on my table are swapped out for fresh, and the table is given a nice coat of wax.

Although I prefer not to use the telephone as a means of communication, I do understand that, obviously, it is unavoidable.  However, by reserving this day to the task of returning phone calls, I allow myself to not feel bad about putting them off.  Appointments are scheduled, outtings are planned, and follow-ups are completed. The day is topped off with Chamomile tea in hopes for a Peaceful rest.

Happy Wednesday!

Creativity, Inspiration and Passion

Creativity, Inspiration and Passion are the themes for Tuesdays.  Therefore, when choosing specific tasks to be completed, I look for ways to Unblock the energy for these Intents.  Since I have been known to awake from a well rested night with a clear focus about my next endeavor, I have always chosen to direct my Tuesday focus on the bedrooms in my home.  Making sure that cluttered areas are eliminated and folded clothes actually make their way to their designated drawers or closets are easy ways to keep the flow of energy moving in that room.  Nightstands and dressers are dusted, and windows are givin' a good cleaning.  If you have a recharging pyramid box on your nightstand for your gemstones, now is definitely the time to make it dust free as well.  Keep those dust bunnies under the bed at bay by thoroughly collecting and disposing of them.  Although, we will be putting more focus on our actual floors on Saturday, getting a jumpstart on ridding ourselves of any residual stagnant energy will definitely help us experience more positive sleep patterns. 

Since my bookcase and the books displayed there are of such importance, I always make sure to do a quick dusting of the outer shown covers.  I have found so much Inspiration and Creativity between the pages of quite a few, that the idea of neglecting them is not an option.  Occasionally, this process has caused me to pluck a few and read a few passages.... which has always proved to be beneficial and reinforcing.  My fireplace mantel (which also acts as my daily altar) gets a good dusting and the collection of weekly incense ashes gets dumped.  Occasionally, I choose to swap altar tools based on seasonal changes and holiday dedications.  Making sure that altar items get a routine cleaning help enforce their energy when stored and used.

Since I have quite the admiration for India Temple Incense, I find that I always make it a priority to burn a stick each Tuesday evening.  Something about the embracing scent and the end of a busy day always reminds me that each day brings about Open Possibilities and New Journeys.  A cupful of Mugwort Tea and a couple of spritzes of Egyptian Goddess sheet spray, and I'm off to Dreamland.  

Happy Tuesday!

Reflection

Because Monday's association is the Moon, it is only fitting that your household chores are centered around activities that allow you to not only Reflect, but also allow you to hone your skills in Intuition.  At a very basic level, we first see our reflection in a mirror.  Therefore, I always make a priority in cleaning all the mirrors throughout the house, giving special attention to wiping away negativity and infusing an intention of unconditional acceptance.  One way you can make this project even more magickal is by adding a couple drops of essential oil into your cleaning solution.  Rosemary is always a nice touch, as it allows for purification of a space, while Lemon Verbena aids in clearing away old patterns and energy.  There are many wonderful choices to choose from, so be sure to experiment. 

A good dusting and polishing is also on my list for the day, as releasing stagnant energy and conjuring circulation is high on a Wiccan priority list.  Be sure not to forget ceiling fan blades, as you would hate to clear the space of dust only to recirculate it once the fan is turned on.  Saging corners and doorways acts to not only protect the space, but also to purify and rededicate the space to be open to Peace and Love.

Although taking baths is not really my cup of tea (I am a Fire Sign, after all), I am sure to draw myself a relaxing bath on Mondays.  By cleaning the bathtub earlier in the day, I set myself up for a wonderful evening of reflection and relaxation before retiring to bed.  Lighting candles, sprinkling rose petals and playing soft music all helps to aide in the meditation process of Self Love and Acceptance.  Also, be sure to pay special attention to dreams on Mondays, as dreamwork and astral travel are most prominent on this day.

Happy Monday!

Radiating Spirit

Oh my!  It's been so long since I've had the opportunity to stop in and share.  Summer has proven to be quite the inteceptor of Peace!  Nevertheless, I have done what I can to retain a few moments each day for my magickal workings, and I look forward to being a more counted on companion as the Summer days slowly wane and the Fall days move in with ease and anticipation. 

As most of you know, I am quite the homebody, and I greet my day to day chores with perfect contentment.  It occurred to me, however, that some of you may be needing a little magickal inspiration in this area of your life, as it's easy to be overwhelmed with the tasks at hand.  Being that the magickal focus of each day is so important to me in terms of connecting with the Goddess and her energy, I have found that dividing the weekly chores up based on their Association of Intent has proven to put a positive spin on what we may deem obligatory.  Therefore, my hope for this week is to take the time each day to share with you how I move about my home and get the job done.  

Sundays have always been thought of as the day of rest, but for me, they have also been thought of as the Day of Spirit.  The color associated with this day is Yellow, which reminds us to connect with the energy of the Radiating Sun and Radiating Spirit.  Therefore, Sundays are the perfect day to accomplish those tasks that help you feel warm and comforted.  Washing all the bed linens is perfect for this day, as slipping into fresh sheets the night before a busy week makes the transition into Monday much easier.  I find that adding a drop or two of lavender oil to the wash once the cycle begins is a nice little touch, and I always have a sachet filled with dry lavender handy next to the dryer.  Today is also a great day to check on your dream pillows, making sure that there are no tears and that there is still enough of a scent radiating from them to lend itself to the Prophecy of Dreams.

Since a hearty family dinner is always on Sunday's agenda, I find it the perfect time to multitask cleaning the kitchen windows.  Clearing away the grime and letting the sun shine through them a little brighter has always helped keep my mood uplifted.  In the event that you are able, planting window boxes in Spring beneath your kitchen windows tends to be quite helpful during the Summer months.  What a wonderful place for an herb garden!  A snippet here, a snippet there, and the wonderful addition of a culinary aroma...  

Along with your household chores, please do not forget to take time to meditate about what a Radiating Spirit means to you.  Clearing away negativity to make room for positive changes, both internally and externally, will help keep you rooted in your ultimate goal of Enlightenment. 

Happy Sunday! 

Although many people greet Mondays with an impending dread of a long work week, a Witch greets Mondays with renewed excitement for another Magickal Week of Possibilities.  Each day not only corresponds with a different Intention, but it also corresponds with a different color.  Some time ago, while trying to find simple ways to turn my Magickal Life into my Daily Reality, it occurred to me that using the color correspondences when getting dressed was one of the easiest ways to feel "in tune" for the day and feel connected to the Energy surrounding me.  Since each day has many different Associations, depending on specific details, such as current Moon Phase and Sun Sign alignment, I found that it was easier to combine those energies into one Association (unless needed for detailed Spellwork, of course), so that I could have one clear Intention/Color for each of my morning altar meditations throughout the week.  If you have also been looking for simple ways to connect, I hope you find this chart helpful.

Monday:
Color-Light Blue
Intention-Wisdom & Intuition

Tuesday:
Color-Red
Intention-Passion

Wednesday:
Color-Purple
Intention-Harmony & Communication

Thursday:
Color-Green
Intention-Propserity

Friday:
Color-Pink
Intention-Love

Saturday:
Color-Black
Intention-Protection

Sunday:
Color-Yellow
Intention:Self Expression of Spirit

Since color correspondence is one of the most basic ways to use Natural Energy, I thought it was wise to start at the Beginning.  As you master this list and begin to feel comfortable with the Associations, please be sure to check back often, as I will be sure to stay on task in helping you learn other ways to incorporate other Natural Energies into your day, such as Gemstones, Herbs/Plants and even Magickal Energy Housecleaning.  Living a Magickal Lifestyle doesn't have to be secluded to Sabbats and Special Occasions.  Every Day is a Magickal Day.

Blessed Be.

The Secret Key

There is a Secret Key that unlocks the Door to Spellcasting that only a Witch with Passion knows.  Moon Phases, Ingredients, Intentions, Corresponding Days, Gemstones, Oils, Incantations... Nothing without Devotion.  It threads it's way through your Heart and Soul, and it becomes your Way.  It acts as a Beacon to those around you, that you are Full of Compassion and Understanding.  That you have a Deep Understanding of the Natural Manifestations of Love, Betrayal, Success and Loss.  Be Not Afraid of the Unknown, for in the Unknown, We Finally Find Ourselves... 

When I, initially, began to do Spellwork, I struggled with the lack of Connection.  I was going through the motions in hopes of feeling a spark.  One day, as I was visually charging my morning Devotion candle, (which I had done faithfully for one month), I noticed a sudden surge of energy and a flash of a  clear image instead of a forced image.  It occurred to me that Visualization and Openness to looking Beyond the Veil comes with Practice, as does the ease in all things.  Training our minds to work in a different way and accepting a change in what we believe is Reality Frees the stagnant possibility in us all.  Patience.  Devotion.  Change.

Blessed Be.

Beltane Blessings

Blessed Beltane......

Today, I found that the warmer temperatures and wet climate actually met my vision for the day.  The dampness allowed the sweet scent of Spring flowers to hang in the air a little longer than usual.  The birds chirped a little brighter, and the sound of the slow trickling rain actually soothed away any possibilities of stress or negativity.  My Intention candle this morning was properly that of Passion, for what a perfect dedication to the day where the Great Mother and Horned God come together in Union.  After my morning ritual of altar blessings and daily Intention, I was able to sneak a moment to meditate on the magnificence of the balancing of the male and female energies, wishing desperately that I could delight in a Beltane Festival, complete with a Maypole and a flower crown.  At dusk, however, I was able to make a wonderful faery offering of Elderberry Syrup and crumbs from an oatmeal cookie... (complete with miniature tea cups and saucers...as everyone loves elegance, afterall).  I welcomed the faery folk to take residence in my garden and bid them all a wonderful Beltane celebration.  I look forward to many more delightful days..... as New Beginnings are around every magickal corner.

Blessed Be. 

My Prized Perennial

Earth Day...... The mere utterance of the words makes a Hedge Witch like me long to dig her weathered hands in the dirt.  Although I firmly believe in Every Day being treated as Earth Day, I would never pass up an opportunity to Plant with Purpose.  Sadly, the weather was not cooperative yesterday for actual planting; however, I was able to delight in the yearly tradition of picking My Prized Perennial.  As I slowly strolled through the local Farmer's Market for the perfect fit, the tiny sparkling of morning dew on a Dwarf Lady's Mantle caught my eye.  Ohhh... the admiration. 

It suddenly occurred to me that while I often work with dried herbs and plants during Spellcraft, Lady's Mantle has a timeless magick all it's own.  Their fuzzy leaves have been said to allow for the morning dew to be collected so that the woodland fairies can take a sip, helping them stay young and vibrant forever.  In turn, if one were to collect the dew in a glass vial, they could then use it to apply to their face and around their eyes, helping balance their complexion and securing their youth.  Hmmm.  I clearly don't need my crystal ball to see that a new addition will soon be added to my morning routine.  Perhaps, I will even be rewarded by those wise little fairies for planting such a gem....and will finally get my gate keys back. 

A Little Spice

Wednesday, already?  Dear Friends, where did the Time go? 

I can remember, as a child, feeling that the day lasted Forever.  The sun on my face, the wind in my hair, new possibilities for Excitement always around the next corner.  As we have gotten older, the sense of Adventure has been fleeting.  At this point in our lives, we have had many experiences, and Excitement tends to be an emotion of the past.  Alas, in my ventures, I have found a Spell.  It is a spell to reignite the adventuresome Spirit that lies dormant in us all (what do we have to lose?!).  Since the Waning Moon is slowly coming to a close, I thought it was the perfect time to share such a Spell, as the Waxing Moon is just around the corner.  Although a red or orange candle can be used, I prefer Red, as it is the symbol of Passion.  Cinnamon oil or powdered cinnamon will also be used, as Cinnamon can help amplify the Intent of all Spells.  After annointing your candle with the oil, or sprinking cinnamon on a charcoal disk, visualize your Intent on Positive Adventures.  If you thus feel inclined, it may also be helpful to cut out pictures of specific activities that you would like to pursue, (although, be careful of National Geographic Magazine.. lol.). Once you have settled yourself and thought through your Intention, repeat the following:

Life is good

All and well

But now and then

I find it dull

I want some Fire

An added spark

A flash of light

To light the dark

May adventure come

In a positive way

So I might laugh

Have fun and play

Now, Buckle your Seatbelts!  If you have performed this Spell with Zest and Vigor, and Belief in your Intention, Adventure will be yours for the taking.....  just remember to be Open and Spontaneous..... One is Never too old for a Little Spice....  Blessed Be.



Introduction of Wyvern Aegis

Very excited to have finished the packaging of my Wyvern Aegis (Dragon Protection) Floorwash. Each bottle has not only been infused with the Protective Powers of carefully chosen herbs and essential oils, but it has also been infused with a Black Onyx gemstone that has been charged overnight by the light of the Full Moon..... Please check out my Facebook page (under Olde Thyme Magick) for pricing and variations.  Happy Cleaning.....

The Power of the Dragon

Just as there is an energy link to the Moon Phases for specific magickal purposes, there is also an energy link to individual Days of the Week.  Saturday has long been hailed as The Spellcasting Day for Protection and Banishment of Negativity, and that, mixed with the Waning Moon, creates the perfect time to infuse your home with it's Power.  Dragons have always played a part in Paganism as the symbol of strength, power and protection, so cleaning, with the intention of protection or banishment, wouldn't be complete without an aspect of the Dragon itself.  Magickal floorwashes are the perfect way to set your Intention (and make the task a little more fun, of course).  So, if you are in the mood for a little homemade magick, this is what you will need:

-1 tbsp. Angelica

-1 tbsp. Agrimony

-1 tbsp. Peppermint or 3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil

-1 small chunk Dragon's Blood Resin or 3 drops Dragon's Blood Oil

Directions:  Make a strong infusion of the above ingredients and let it boil for 3 minutes.  After straining the herbs, add the infusion to a bucket of water mixed with 1/2 c. white or rice vinegar and 3 drops dishwashing liquid.  As you wash the floor, moving counterclockwise, repeat this incantation, "With the Power of the Dragon, I Protect This Home",  while envisioning your home being protected and rid of all negativity.  (*please note to never use vinegar on marble, as it may be damaged, and always use caution with clothing when using Dragon's Blood resin for fear of staining)

Although there are Many More ways to increase the Power of this mixture, That My Friends, will have to wait until another time............ (wink.)  Blessed Be.



The Dawning of a New Day

There is a perfect moment, during each morning, where I am reminded that the Day is full of Opportunities to shift my reality. I shuffle outside and allow the Sun on my face, slowly raising my arms in the air (stretching East, of course, never West). I clear my mind and allow myself to be Present in the Moment. The birds are busy chattering, enjoying the newfound Spring, and the faint whisper of the wind in the trees envelopes me in Nature......

Many Welcomes

Greetings! My name is Hagethena Mugwort, and I thank you for stopping in. Upon reviewing many a blog, I realized that there was a lack in Day to Day Witchery. I invite you to become my household friend as I work through my daily chores, monthly rituals and magickal ramblings. There really is no place like home…….

A Place to Hang My Hat

It is a but a hat
Some would say
That sits atop my head.

Yet, it keeps my secrets
From the dawn of day
Until I go to bed

How lovely, then
That I may share
These secrets now with you

Double, Double
Toil and Trouble
Each day our passion Renew