God and Goddess of Autumnal Equinox

Dionysus and Demeter, God and Goddess of Autumnal Equinox. Dionysus and Demeter are a Greek god and goddess both of which are involved with the fruits of harvest. Demeter—“Mother”; “Doorway of the Mysterious Feminine” ;“Eternal Mother; the Sorrowing Mother; Corn Goddess; “Grain Mother”; Mistress of Magick. She was shown as a matron with beautiful … Continue reading God and Goddess of Autumnal Equinox

Cider-Roasted Squash

Cider-Roasted Squash Ingredients * Nonstick cooking spray * 8 cups peeled, seeded winter squash (such as butternut or acorn), cut into 1-inch cubes * 1 medium onion, cut into wedges * 1/4 cup apple juice or apple cider * 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil * 1 tablespoon brown sugar * 1/2 teaspoon salt … Continue reading Cider-Roasted Squash

Acorn Squash

This is a favorite of mine. It is easy and very tasty, It also appease my sweet tooth. Acorn Squash with Cinnamon and Honey 4 acorn squash 8 tablespoons honey 8 tablespoons unsalted butter 8 teaspoons cinnamon 8 pinches of brown sugar Halve each squash remove seeds. Add 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon butter and … Continue reading Acorn Squash

Yellow Topaz

General Properties of Yellow Topaz: Clarity, strength, love, protection Color: Golden, yellow, pinkish yellow brown Element: Fire Chakra: 3rd– power chakra, solar plexus Planetary: Sun, Jupiter Astrological: Sagittarius, Leo Energy: Masculine/Projective Goddess/God: Apollo Geology: The yellow topaz called Imperial or sherry is considered the most valuable of the topaz. The majority comes from Brazil … Continue reading Yellow Topaz

The Blackthorn

The Blackthorn or Prunus Spinosa is a deciduous shrub which can grow to twelve feet in height. . It makes an excellent barrier hedge due to the strong and prickly thorns which would make it very difficult for intruders to penetrate. Blackthorns would probably have been the hedges in “Sleeping Beauty” through which the prince … Continue reading The Blackthorn