I paid $50 for four tickets to a Pickle Fest that was… well, not much of a festival. What we expected didn’t exist, but the day wasn’t a total loss. From discovering Memphis’ Flying Saucer Draught Emporium to visiting The Broom Closet and snagging rare esoteric books, the detours turned out to be the real highlights.
Long before Valentine’s Day became the holiday of choice in February, the Romans honored Lupercalia — a wild festival of purification, fertility, and ritual. Though long outlawed, its strange history still lingers in our modern celebrations.
Imbolc, also known as Brigid’s Day, marks the halfway point between winter and spring—a time for renewal, cleansing, and gentle preparation for the season ahead. In this post, I share the history of the holiday, its ties to Celtic tradition and the goddess Brigid, and how I’m bringing the spirit of Imbolc into my own life through spring cleaning, intentional letting go, and a few cozy kitchen rituals.
Missing Witches is a book that weaves history, ritual, and remembrance into the rhythm of the Wheel of the Year. Inspired by the podcast of the same name, it highlights the lives of overlooked women—like Pamela Colman Smith, the true artist behind the Rider-Waite tarot—and reclaims their voices for modern witchcraft. With rituals included for each sabbat, this book is both a resource and a remembrance. If you’re seeking to deepen your practice and honor those erased from history, Missing Witches is worth adding to your shelf.
Hekate has been the guiding presence in my practice from early on, a goddess whose energy feels like home. Known as the triple moon goddess and mother of witches, she embodies duality, crossroads, and the mysteries of magic and night. Working with her has deepened my understanding of myself and my craft, offering both guidance and growth. This post is a glimpse into why I chose to walk with Hekate and how she continues to shape my path.
The Autumn Equinox, often called Mabon, marks the second harvest and a time of balance between light and dark. While its modern name has Welsh roots, the heart of the celebration is about gratitude, abundance, and preparing for the turning of the year. From apples and cornucopias to warm autumn colors, this season invites reflection and renewal. For me, it’s also the perfect time to refresh my altar and honor the shifting seasons in simple, meaningful ways.
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