Rituals & Practices

New Moon Magic on New Year’s Dear Sisters ~ Greetings from Brazil! As we head into the celebration of the New Year, the presence of Yemanja (the Great Mother Goddess) is palpable. Tonight the masses will gather at the edge of the ocean, all wearing white in honor of peace and renewal, and pay homage to the Queen of the Sea. They offer Her white roses and carnations, glasses of champagne, and delicious foods including coconut pudding (all Her favorite things). As the clock strikes midnight, they send little boats laden with presents into the sea for Yemanja. They wade into the ocean and jump seven waves, each time making a […]

Oxum’s Feast – Celebrate in Golden Light Oxum’s Feast arising December 8th… celebrate in golden light, with yellow flowers, honey, and honoring of sacred union… feel her dancing through you as the darkness darkens and the light prepares to return… Oxum or Oshun is the Yoruban Goddess of the sweet waters such as rivers, and waterfalls.  She is the Goddess of Love and of Sacred Sexuality.  Call upon her to teach you about the nature of love for Self and for your partner.  She loves beauty and so is pleased with the sweetness of honey, softness of flowers, cascading waters and beautiful adornments, such as jewelry and perfume. Invoke her as […]