La Bona Dea's Journal of Everyday Magic

February is the Hunger Full Moon or Snow Full Moon February Hunger Moon Full Moon Ritual As we ponder what we hunger for these days…freedom, transparency, diplomacy, or basic human integrity, we can satisfy our needs when we harness the energy of the moon. What you will need: Your favorite mug or coffee cup Your […]

Full Moon energy is wonderful for looking at things clearly because there is so much reflective light, and it’s a great time for releasing. This Full Moon Ritual will assist you in letting go of your demons as well as blessing your Earthly angels. What you are creating is: What you need: A bowl of […]

Photos curtesy of Mia October’s Moonrise in Aries sets our world on fire. The bright flame upon the ocean waters provoke change. Now is the time! Forget the struggle, the downtrodden fears, the lack of motivation! The return is here! Dare yourself to get back on track, to claim what is yours. The world waits […]

According to the book “Animal Speak” by Ted Andrews, the Robin is a symbol of Spring and New Growth And according to Scott Cunningham, “Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs, the persimmon is a symbol of the Feminine, Venus, and Water. Also, Changing Sex, Healing, and Luck. Well, I am not sure what all of this […]

A pine cone A few sentimental flowers crushed to a powder A sprinkle of cassia bark oil Old candle wax brought to a boil And thoughts of warmth and cozy days with you! Bright blessings and joy!

u o k And I got that message LOUD and CLEAR! Blessed Be and Grateful with Gratitude

We are experiencing a RED FLAG WARNING, so we will not be doing burning rituals today. . . so. . . Walk to a bridge and with you take: An apple and the choices you make~ Stand at the entrance of the bridge, May it be in the valley, hill, or ridge, This is the […]

Looking up toward the sky, the glimmering leaves of fall have arrived – “Let go,” they whisper in the breeze. . .”It’s time.” I did a little ritual today where I crossed a bridge and I left my past behind me. Yesterday and today I saw a grasshopper. . . whatever can this message be? […]

Join me for an adventure… awaken the Priestess in you! If you have heard Her call, felt the quicken in your belly, the excitement of connecting with the Divine Feminine, contact me to see if this Priestess Apprenticeship is a good fit for you! We will meet eight times throughout the year. Once at each […]

Okay, so we live in California, and I joke it was a sprinkle, but nonetheless, it was a beautiful night. I got to gather with my sis and friend and don the Goddess Garb. We had fun interpreting what the ancients might have thought of the night sky and the the possible magic or fear […]