Magic How-To

instructions for Wicca magic

Pagan Artist in Residency

An Update In my blog post last summer, pagansong.com/a-pagan-artist-in-residency, I shared my experience applying to and preparing for an artist residency at Osage Arts Community (OAC) in Belle, Missouri.   Best Laid Plans I arrived October 1, 2024, and settled quickly into the River House on the Gasconade River.  Eager to begin, I set up my …

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It’s Time to Celebrate Beltaine!

Well here we all are, and the wheel has turned to Beltaine -also known as May Day- a fire festival held on the cross-quarter day that falls between the Spring Equinox on March 20th and the Summer Solstice on June 21st. Usually celebrated on May 1st, there are many traditions for this springtime gathering, including …

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Celia Farran in red dress playing bodrhan drums

Brigid Songs

I have been a Brigid devotee ever since I learned of this Celtic Goddess back when I was a young aspiring actress in New York City.  Perhaps I was drawn to her initially because her image is often described much like my own:  Tall, fair-skinned Goddess with long red hair.  But my connection to Brigid feels …

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Aligning Your New Year’s Goals with Your Pagan Spirit 🌒✨

With the turning of the Wheel of the Year, what better time to refocus your energy and set meaningful goals? Whether you’re looking to deepen your spiritual practice, nurture your relationships, or simply bring more balance to your day-to-day life, creating a solid plan is key. For this, we’ll harness an effective tool called the …

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The Sun in Pagan Beliefs and Practices

The sun has been a central figure in Pagan beliefs and practices for millennia. As the source of light, warmth, and life, it holds profound significance in many Pagan traditions. During the Summer Solstice, or “Midsummer”, Pagans celebrate the peak of the sun’s power and its vital role in the cycle of life. The Sun …

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