Litha Blessings

Ways to Celebrate Litha Gathering of magical plants and healing herbs, particularly St John’s wort, vervain, mugwort, mistletoe, ivy, and fern seed. If the weather is warm enough it is a good time for camping, or at least enjoying a carefully prepared bonfire with friends and family. Make Litha a special celebration honoring both the … Continue reading Litha Blessings

Midsummer Ritual for Love and Companionship

Ritual to attract Companionship and Love You Will Need: Lavender candle Jasmine oil Jasmine Incense State of Mind and Concentration Needed: Set up a space to burn your candle, place your candle in the center. Cast your circle. Now stand quietly for a moment and visualize your space filled with a swirling golden light.[you must … Continue reading Midsummer Ritual for Love and Companionship

Litha~Summer Solstice~Mid Summer

Litha/Midsummer Midsummer is also sometimes referred to as Litha. Litha is(pronounced "LITH-ah"). The celebration of Midsummer's Eve was from ancient times linked to the summer solstice. People believed that mid-summer plants had miraculous and healing powers and they, therefore, picked them on this night. Bonfires were lit to protect against evil spirits which were believed … Continue reading Litha~Summer Solstice~Mid Summer

Litha Blessings

"Mine is the Month of Roses; yes, and mine The Month of Marriages! All pleasant sights And scents, the fragrance of the blossoming vine, The foliage of the valleys and the heights. Mine are the longest days, the loveliest nights; The mower's scythe makes music to my ear; I am the mother of all dear … Continue reading Litha Blessings

Litha/Summer Solstice Recipe

This time of year fruit pie is a dessert staple. This tasty pie recipe can add a little magick to your after-meal dessert. Raspberry-Guava Pie Pastry for a 10 inch 2 crust pie 4 cups fresh raspberries 4 cups chopped guava fruit 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon allspice … Continue reading Litha/Summer Solstice Recipe