Elder (Sambucus Canadensis): Sacred Medicine, Magic, Mythology, And Uses Of The Elder Tree

I remember when I first found the massive elderberry patch. It was a few summer solstices ago. There is an overlook deep in the state forest lands, where the roads are more goat path than vehicle worthy, and it takes about 45 minutes to go only a few miles. The overlook is facing east and […] … Continue reading Elder (Sambucus Canadensis): Sacred Medicine, Magic, Mythology, And Uses Of The Elder Tree

Animal Totem: Spirit of Coyote

SPIRIT OF COYOTE Role: Trickster Lesson: Trust via Animal Totem: Spirit of Coyote — Good Witches Homestead

Spirit of Spider {Animal Totems}

Role: The Weaver Lesson: Balance Element: Earth Wind: West The Quest Within Medicine: Illusion Communication. Creativity. Divine Inspiration. Illusion. Balance. Nurturing Instinct. Mystery. Wisdom. Magic. NAVAJO CREATION STORY “In the beginning, there was the dark purple light at the dawn of being. Spider Woman spun a line to form the east, west, north, and south. … Continue reading Spirit of Spider {Animal Totems}

St. John’s Day — Good Witches Homestead

St. John’s Day and Eve, occasionally called the Feast of St. John or Midsummer is celebrated on June 23 and 24. This holiday is a chance to pay homage to water, fire, and plants. It is a time to cleanse one’s soul to become the best versions of one’s self, spread love and compliment the […] … Continue reading St. John’s Day — Good Witches Homestead

Midsummer Symbolism — Orange County Local Council of the Covenant of the Goddess

While searching a specific topic to share for this Summer Solstice there was so much rich information it made it hard to decide. Instead, it seemed appropriate to give an overview of symbolism for this special time of year. We found the following information has been shared from Hearth and Home Witchery. Midsummer speaks to […] … Continue reading Midsummer Symbolism — Orange County Local Council of the Covenant of the Goddess