A Midsummer Herb: Vervain — Good Witches Homestead

Verbena Officinalis Also, Known As: Herb-of-the-cross Ma Bian Cao Pigeon’s Grass Verbena Vervain The ancient Romans held all species of the vervain in admiration and used the ‘sacred’ herb to sanitize their homes and temples. In addition, they knew several therapeutic advantages of the herb and used it to treat numerous disorders. Incidentally, despite its […] … Continue reading A Midsummer Herb: Vervain — Good Witches Homestead

Summer Solstice Ritual — The Witch & Walnut

Midsummer celebrations are finally upon us. I’m posting this a bit early so that you can have some time to gather your ingredients if you don’t have them on hand. Midsummer is celebrated from the Solstice and then for 3 days afterwards as well. So if you can’t find the time on Solstice, its okay […] … Continue reading Summer Solstice Ritual — The Witch & Walnut

Homemade Ice Cream Without An Ice Cream Maker — jovina cooks

Fresh Fruit Ice Cream The vodka helps to keep the ice cream from getting icy. I used strawberries for these recipes. Ingredients 2 pounds fresh in-season fruit (strawberries, peaches, etc), chopped 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 can (13.5 ounces) full fat coconut cream ½ cup powdered sugar or sugar substitute 2 tablespoons vodka 1 […] … Continue reading Homemade Ice Cream Without An Ice Cream Maker — jovina cooks

Litha Blessing to Everyone

Litha celebrations in the magical isles of the UK and Ireland by Rosa Medea of Life and Soul Magazine

Litha, also known as Summer Solstice or Midsummer, is honored throughout the UK with celebrations taking place across the country on the longest day, which this year falls on 21 June. For some cultures, the solstice is seen as the beginning of the summer, while others acknowledge it as midsummer. Litha is marked with celebrations across … Continue reading Litha celebrations in the magical isles of the UK and Ireland by Rosa Medea of Life and Soul Magazine