Blog Posts
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The Festival of Summer’s End: Celtic Roots of Samhain
Samhain is a shift in reality. The bright warmth of summer and the cold dark of winter never touched the Celtic people gently. They lived by the rhythm of the land; the boundary between summer and winter was sudden. At no other point in the year did life seem so fragile. During this time, a
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“Flowing with Autumn:Caring for Yourself as the Days Darken
There is something about autumn that appeals to many witches. As the nights get darker and the veil gets thinner, we become more attuned to the other side. There is also something quite magical and mystical about it. Yet autumn is not all golden leaves and crisp air. The slowing of nature, cooler temperatures, and
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The Autumn Equinox: A Magical Turning Point for Witches
The Autumn Equinox: A Magical Turning Point for Witches The autumn equinox is upon us, marking a significant turning point. Twice each year, the sun casts its light equally upon the northern and southern hemispheres, creating a perfect balance of day and night. These moments are known as equinoxes. The term “equinox” itself is derived
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“Gentle Messages: How to Notice Signs in Everyday Life”
We often hear about messages from the world around us, subtle signs, repeated patterns, or small synchronicities that seem to carry meaning. Sometimes, it’s hard to recognise them when they first appear. It’s only when we pause, reflect, or write about them that the message becomes clear. I didn’t realise I had been receiving gentle
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Preparing for Autumn: A Hedgewitch’s View
Autumn as a Hedgewitch’s Season Autumn has always been my favourite season. There is something in the shift of light, the deepening of colours, and the scent of damp earth that stirs both heart and spirit. The hedgerows grow heavy with berries, and the balance of day and night begins to turn. As a hedgewitch,
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Ragwort: The Witch’s Weed and Fairy Steed
A Quiet Guest in My Garden In my garden, a small bunch of ragwort started growing. I have warned everyone to leave it well alone. To me it is most certainly a precious fairy flower. Favoured by the Fae In fairy lore, ragwort has long been considered a plant of the Otherworld. It’s said the
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Apples, Otherworlds, and Ancient Magic
Apples are far more than a simple autumn fruit, they carry deep roots in UK folklore and mythology, echoing stories of magic, wisdom, and the veil between worlds. We all know the fairy tale of Snow White, the poisoned apple given to her by the evil queen. Apples have long carried that double meaning of
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“Where the Fairy Queen Dwells: Janet’s Foss and the Legends of Malham dales”
Janet’s Foss – Where Water Whispers and Shadows Linger In the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, where the limestone hills fold into secret hollows, lies Janet’s Foss, a waterfall that seems to pulse with ancient magic. The name “Foss” is Norse for “waterfall”, but this is no ordinary cascade. It tumbles from a moss-clad cliff
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The Lizzie Borden Case: An Unsolved Murder.
On the morning of 4 August 1892, a terrible crime happened in Fall River, Massachusetts, which became one of America’s most famous murder cases: the brutal axe killings of Andrew and Abby Borden. On that fateful day, Andrew Borden, a wealthy businessman, & his wife, Abby, were found dead in their home on 2nd Street
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The Solitary Path of the Hedge Witch: Nurturing Your Craft Through Introversion
Often perceived as a solitary practitioner, a hedge witch embodies a unique blend of introversion and magical practice. This blog post explores how embracing solitude can enhance your craft, offering insights into the practices, philosophies, and benefits of walking this solitary path. Understanding the Hedge Witch The term “Hedge Witch” historically refers to practitioners who