Magick And Spells

I like a tight lid to keep moisture away from the herb, and to keep the herb in the bottle. Nothing is worse that herbs spilling out into the cabinet and all over the floor when the jar is tipped over!

Always label your herbs. Even the most adept herbalist can get confused once in awhile. The labeling method is another matter of choice. As I use my herbs for many purposes, I generally just label by herb name. However, you could also add a few lines stating elemental properties, basic uses, etc. As you learn

Frequency of Meetings

The High Council shall meet once annually, or as called by any Council member for the purpose of arbitration.

6. Record of Meetings

All meetings shall be audio recorded and retained by the Tradition HP/S. The Scribe shall transcribe all information and distribute a copy to Council members and involved parties, depending upon the nature of the meeting. The Scribe shall have a computer disk and hard copy of all proceedings.

IV. Grievances and Discipline Procedures

All decisions m

Thats the paradox of ethics. Lets start with examining the Harm None couplet of the Rede: An it harm none, do what you will. Loosely translated into modern English, it means, If it doesnt cause harm, do what you like. This is not a shall not at all. Rather, its a shall. Anything that doesnt cause harm is fine to do. Thats an enormously freeing statement. It means th

Pagan Training and You!
Why must one be trained to be Pagan is my first thought and question? Are we following in the main stream religions footsteps and only those who go to formal schools can be called a spiritual advocate of their faith? In my opinion if one seeks to be taught by someone or not is their choice. Others do not have the resources or the groups in their areas to seek “.

Bush Eases Environmental Rules On Gasoline
President Bush on Tuesday ordered a temporary suspension of environmental rules for gasoline, making it easier for refiners to meet demand and possibly dampen prices at the pump. He also halted for the summer the purchase of crude oil for the government's emergency reserve. Bush also announced steps to ease environmental standards governing fuel grades. T.

Supreme Court Turns Away Cross-Burner's Free-Speech Appeal
The U.S. Supreme Court refused yesterday to hear an appeal from a Utah man convicted of violating the civil rights of an interracial couple by burning a cross in their yard. Michael Brad Magleby, 33, is serving a dozen years at a federal prison in Fort Worth, Texas, according to the U.S. Bureau of Prisons. The justices, without comment, turned away Magleb.

Beltane Flames Are Special To Pagans Like Me
As I believe in the sacredness of nature and that the Divine is present in all things, I seek to attune to Her rhythms and honour the seasons. As a Pagan, I celebrate the eight seasonal festivals and on Mayday celebrate Beltane, one of four fire festivals. Beltane is traditionally celebrated on May 1. It originates over 2,000 years ago as a festival to mark.