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Girls will say they busy and be in their bed relaxin or sleep

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tryna bust a quickie at family events for the rest of my life with you

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Treat her like a princess, but also smack that ass, pull her hair and fuck her hard

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A Hearth Witch's Security System - Boundaries and Entrances

A Disclaimer: I am one person and my opinions (which I have in abundance) may not reflect the opinions of other witches, in general, or other people who call themselves hearth witches. In fact, they probably won’t, because I’m an asshole. I have a bizarre sense of humor that doesn’t convey well in text and I rant about shit I don’t like. A lot. If you don’t think you can handle that, maybe don’t read anything I write. Ever.

Protecting the Home, Protecting the Family 

Let me preface this post by saying, I am exhausted, so probably nothing I write here is going to make sense to anyone but me. Also, that has just been my luck lately, but we’ll see how it goes anyway. 

If you read my blog, you’ll know that I do a lot of stuff to protect my railroad cottage. Not just because I live here, but because I literally use my house as a symbol of my household and family. So, in a witchcraft sense, protecting my home is protecting my family. And, because that’s the witchcraft I write about most on my blog, that’s what I get a lot of questions about (spirit work aside, because that’s what I get the most questions about). 

So, this post is going to be about various ways to protect your home and (hopefully) prevent nasties from creeping inside. 

Rule Number One: Keep a Clean House

I know that sounds really boring. I know you’re like, “Emma, that is not witchcraft. Those are chores and I hate you. Did my mom put you up to this?” But, actually, there are two good reasons that’s Rule No. 1: 

It’s not easy to cleanse a house that isn’t clean. Part of protecting your home is being prepared to go into battle for it. Now, witchcraft is known to make a house a little cluttered. If you’ve got ribbons falling out of your sewing box and stockpiles of tea on your counter. Don’t worry. You’re normal. But it’s possible for a house to be both cluttered and clean.

Cleaning a house regularly is a fantastic way to magically take ownership of the property—which I’ve discussed here. 

Obviously, I’m not saying you’re house has to look like something from Good Housekeeping. My own cottage has four rooms and is home to more than four people. It’ll never be as neat as we want it to be. But’s it’s clean. And that’s what matters. 

Rule Number Two: Good Fences Make Good Neighbors 

I’m not talking about real fences—but those too. I’m talking more about magical boundaries. Like a witch fence. This can be set up in or outside of ritual, using a real fence, other objects, or using visualization. 

So, let’s talk about putting up this fence, huh? The method I use  is, of course, the “Gross Method”—and, by gross, I mean no one wants to do it or talk to me they’ve found out I’ve done it. It uses a pre-existing fence to create the boundary, which means that what you’re actually doing with this method is enchanting or reinforcing your standing fence. It’s supa supa easy. Like really, children could do if you let them. Only probably don’t let them because it’s probably a health hazard. 

For this method, you will need 1) a fence, 2) something to mark your stake-points with, 3) some bodily fluids—i.e. menstrual blood, piss, spit, sexual fluids, etc., 4) your bad ol’ self

Step One: Walk around your property and decide where you want your stake-points to be. I refer to them as stake-points because what you’re actually doing is kind of like putting up a magical tent rather than a fence. These are the strength points of your enchanted fence. You’ll want at least one in every corner of the existing fence. Mark these places. You can do this by scratching or painting on the fence, tying something to the fence, or sticking something in the ground there. In my case, I used the support posts for my pre-existing fence as my stake points, so I didn’t have to mark them because I knew where they were. 

Step Two: Collect fluids. (Unless you’re using spit, which you have.) You can water any of these fluids down if you need to—except probably spit. 

Step Three: Using a paintbrush, herbs, your hands, a spray bottle, or whatever, apply the fluid to the INSIDE of your fence where your neighbors won’t be touching. As you do, visualize the stake-points linking together as they’re placed. I tend to visualize something like a barbed-wire fence going up between my stake-points, but white light works too if you’re into that. **If you’re going to forget, mark where you started.

Step Four: When you’ve completed the fence and connected your last stake-point to your starting point, visualize the tent going up. In my visualization this is something like a deer-skin version of a Circus tent, but I am a legit freak of nature, so your probably wont be. 

Now, you can be done here, or you can write something to say to tweak the spell to your style. If you have Property Spirits that you work with, you may also want to ask them to guard the fence at this point. 

Rule Number Three: Gardening = Ammo 

While we’re still outdoors, let’s talk about ‘defensive gardening’. One of my favorite things to do with my garden is to reinforce my boundaries by planting protective herbs. Not only does it add punch to your enchanted fence, but it provides ammunition should you need to banish something later. 

This can be done directly in the ground, in hanging planters at/on your stake-points, in windowboxes, in planters by the door, etc. 

Some good protective herbs to start are:

Aloe

Rosemary 

Roses (thorny for offensive magic, rosehips for defensive magic)

Mint

Lavender

You may also want to include banishing plants

Garlic 

Sage 

Sweeatgrass

Thyme

As well as flowers, trees, and shrubs to the same effect (like holly, cedar, etc). 

Rule Number Four: Wards/Wardings Aren’t As Hard As They Sound

Come with me to the porch and let’s talk about wards! *runs to the porch, points at wards* Wards are awesome! There are so many different kinds and they can range anywhere from decorative to practical to invisible! 

When you’re warding your doorway, like a lot of witchcraft, intent is super important. Really, it doesn’t matter what kind of ward you use as long as you have the intent. And, with the bucket load of types of warding, you should be able to find one to fit your needs.

My favorite way to ward a door or window is with a decorative ward, which was something we did in my family for years and then I finally saw it outside of our house in an Ellen Dugan book (which I bought JUST for that reason). This one isn’t mine, but it’s a good example of one:

These hang above doors and windows to ward off evil, ill will, etc. and can be made out of dried flowers and herbs (like above), fabric (such as a warding banner), carved into the wood above a door, or any other way you prefer. 

I usually go with the pictured method. Typically I

Start with a base. For year-round wards I like to use wheat and dried grass (which you can find at a craft store—but not Hobby Lobby, because they areevil). 

I face half of my base one way and half the opposite way—so that the cut ends are together and you have the awesome wheat/grass/evergreen ends facing out. Over lap the two halves a few inches and tie them together. (I usually use twine for that, but you can use whatever you like.

Next, go you your second layer, which is the actual warding part. For this, my favorite things to use are lavender (which grows wild in the neighborhood I work in), and rosemary. But there are plenty of other possibilities, too—sunflowers, rose, baby’s breath, holly, pine, mint, etc. These can be tucked into the tie you’ve already made, glued on, or tied on separately. 

To finish mine off, I usually add a bell, to symbolize a signal, which sort of makes the ward into an alarm. Sometimes, when trouble is around, I’ll hear a bell even though it’s not ringing. Sometimes it actually rings. 

The ward can go above your door, window, fireplace, or anywhere else you feel you want to hang it. 

Of course, there are a lot of other ways to ward your doors and windows. 

With energy and visualization. 

With water or oil (drawing protective symbols on them with the water/oil) 

Warding Wreaths

Other hangings (like photographs of deities or saints, Brigid’s crosses, horseshoes, strings or bells)

Salt lines and brickdust (I tend to mix these together)

Hanging herbs by or above the door (I typically dry my herbs next to the door so I never have a shortage of door-based protection)

Whatever

The most important thing is that you make your intent clear. Whether you want to ward off evil spirits or unwelcome mortal visitors, make your intent clear. If you need to do this by putting your warding into a big ritual, do so. If you need to activate your wards out loud, go ahead. 

Rule Number Five: Everything You Need to Strengthen Your Protection is On/In You

Spit

Urine

Menstrual Blood

Sexual Fluids 

Sweat 

and so on

These are all totally useful supplies for witchcraft in general and for protection in specific. A touch of one of these on a window, door, doorknob, etc is fantastic for strengthening a boundary and clearly marking your territory to anyone who might wander inside. Surface cleaning with remove germs, but not the intent or the warning.

Rule Number Six: Never Let an Outsider Make Your Forget Whose House This Is

The conviction of ownership is pretty important to home protection. Don’t let an intruder scare you into believing that they own your home. They don’t. It’s yours. The people inside it are yours. 

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My Zodiac Playlists

Aries Sun / Aries Moon

Taurus Sun / Taurus Moon

Gemini Sun / Gemini Moon

Cancer Sun / Cancer Moon

Leo Sun / Leo Moon

Virgo Sun / Virgo Moon

Libra Sun / Libra Moon

Scorpio Sun / Scorpio Moon

Sagittarius Sun / Sagittarius Moon

Capricorn Sun / Capricorn Moon

Aquarius Sun / Aquarius Moon

Pisces Sun / Pisces Moon

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self care is making your original content even if you think you’re the only one who likes it

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Diplomatic Rage: Libra Full Moon

The Full Moon in Libra on April 19th, is the energy we need for this season. Personally, I prefer having more Cardinal energy than mutable and with Saturn causing some chaos with Pluto in Capricorn, I feel I can take on the challenges with the Sun in Aries (for a few more days) and the Moon entering Libra. These sister signs will give you the energy and drive needed to get things done but with much tact. Know who you are, establish your boundaries and learn to take on those challenges fearlessly. You will feel regal, in command and ready to swoon the world with your diplomacy, like a Libra.

Aries: This Full Moon allows for you to take things down a notch. Traveling options will continue for you. The hyper energy will subside as you consider how your actions may be impacting your personal relationships. Quit being selfish and start thinking of others. This means apologizing when you need to and not taking those who put up with you for granted.

Taurus: You will benefit from this Full Moon because you will be taking charge and getting shit done. Relax, do not let your doubts take over your head. Plan everything and do not stop even when you feel like the world has turned against you. With patience and the help of others you can easily succeed.

Gemini: With the Libra Moon giving you some mental energy that feels stimulating, you will learn to appreciate your creative side. Learn to have fun with your craft, connect with others to inspire you and make it your goal to continue being appreciative of where you are now. Libra energy brings a calm that is needed for nervous energy.

Cancer: When the Full Moon lights up your home, you will feel compelled to make changes or have desires to move away. Here it is advised to get your aesthetic desires in order as well as smoothing the emotional turnoil that you may be experiencing between family members. Promote the peace, mentally and spiritually at home.

Leo: Expect to do some quick traveling or to just feel more academic this time around. You may feel the need to go far away with the push of friends and colleagues. Your inspiration could easily stem from a social cause and you will feel that furthering your education will assist you in getting to that goal. Trust yourself and keep at it.

Virgo: Work will be a major priority during this period and the energy of this Full Moon will enlighten you to either change careers or work harder to climb the social ladders at your current job. Expect a boost of income and an appreciation of the Luxe life, since Libra is all about that. Take it easy and enjoy the energy.

Libra: With the Moon in your sign, you feel rejuvenated and a bit like an Aries this time around. You’re not afraid to speak your mind and you feel more adventurous. Plan that trip you’ve wanted to take for some time because things are looking favorable for you now. This is your time to be more selfish and to think about your needs.

Scorpio: You might feel more psychic this time around but your stresses or successes at work will be magnified this Full Moon. Take a break if you need it because you will need it. Financialy, you might get some insights to get more money. Overall, this is good energy for you because it will calm the storms in your mind.

Sagittarius: This Full Moon you will want to party and connect with others. You are easily making friends and connecting with Aries types, you feel a boost in energy and confidence that you have not felt in years. Jupiter is shining on you, this speaks to a great time for these natives.

Capricorn: Work becomes more important to you as you reflect on your next steps as well as where the hell you want to be in your career. You play hard and are not afraid to give it your all. The only draw back will be to smoothe some of the tensions in your home sector. Learn to bring balance into your life as the Sun and Moon are in critical points.

Aquarius: What makes you fascinating to people (aside from your clothing choices) is the way that your mind works. The energy of the Full Moon will give you the oomph. Put your talents to good use, trust your intuition and take the leap needed in your education (go for that Masters), professional (aim for the promotion) or creative (finish writing that book), wield your power now.

Pisces: You might appreciate the Full Moon in Libra since it will bring a peacful energy to you spiritually like Scorpios. This can mean a resolution to problems that have been bothering you. With the polarizing energy of the Sun and Moon, you will feel the culmination of issues relating to the financial and material. The weight will lift from your shoulders as you get ready for the next chapter in your life.

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always follow what raises your vibration. anything that sets your soul on fire, makes you excited and gives you those goosebumps is in alignment with your higher self. that is your destiny, everything else will fall into place after

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a lovestruck capricorn and venus in capricorn is focused on assisting the partner in every possible way to reach their goals and potential. they fall in love with someone ‘special’ in their eyes, and this is somebody worthy of their time and energy. capricorns relish with people who challenge themselves as the capricorn does, and so they also find somebody to share their triumphs with. capricorn is now part of a ‘power couple’, a dual force of command, a pair with the world at their feet. and in all the things they construct throughout their lives, the universe they build with the life partner is their greatest success story

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Sun through the houses

Born to _______.

Sun in the 1st house: be

Sun in the 2nd house: sense

Sun in the 3rd house: speak

Sun in the 4th house: feel

Sun in the 5th house: create

Sun in the 6th house: serve

Sun in the 7th house: love

Sun in the 8th house: die

Sun in the 9th house: explore

Sun in the 10th house: succeed

Sun in the 11th house: connect

Sun in the 12th house: escape

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a farm where we raise chickens and honeybees and grow plenty of flowers and produce

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i know fortune cookies aren’t meant to be taken as actual fortune telling. however, as a pagan and an idiot,

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When we talk about being fat-positive and we say, “weight is not an indication of health,” I will reblog it. But I want us to also say, “health is not an indication of value.”

I could be at any weight and I will never be healthy, because I am chronically ill. Someone might be chronically ill and fat, or they might be chronically ill and not fat, and it really doesn’t matter.

When you make it about health, you’re saying health is the pinnacle of human achievement, and you’re shitting on those of us for whom health will always be a pipe dream.

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