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The Legend of the Witch Ball

Posted on December 26, 2009May 10, 2017 Earth LoreLeave a commentPosted in Protection, Tradition

‘Witch Balls’, as they are called, are spheres of colorful hand-blown glass, created in such a way that thin strands of material are left on the inside, creating a ‘web’ inside the globe. You have probably seen these items hanging in windows, sitting on a pedestal in a yard or displayed in either of our […]

Yuletide Tradition

Posted on December 26, 2009May 10, 2017 Earth LoreLeave a commentPosted in Herbs, Tradition

In ancient times the winter solstice festivals were celebrated to commemorate solar deities, such as Jesus or Mithra, and lure the sun god back to earth following the darkest days of the year. The days becoming longer, or the return of the sun, guaranteed good health, fertility, and strength in the coming year. […]