Lil' Witchy's Challenge

Write

The thoughts of the first man to eat an oyster. 

Draw

A Juice Box

Of the Birthday Feb 23

Crystal

Rutilated Quartz

Colorless or smokey with golden brown, reddish, or black strands

Long thin "threads" in clear crystal

Readily available

Worldwide

Rutilated Quartz is an effective integrator of energy at any level. It heightens the energetic impulse of Quartz and is a very efficient vibrational healer

Herb

Flax 

Parts Used: Ripe Seeds

Collection: The seed pods are gathered when fully ripe in September

Flax may be used in all pulmonary infections, especially in bronchitis with much catarrh formed. It is often used as a poultice in pleurisy and other pulmonary conditions. As a poultice, it can be used for boils and carbuncles, shingles and psoriasis. As a purgative, it relieves constipation. 

Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto 2-3 teaspoonfuls of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10-15 minutes this should be drunk in the morning and evening.

Birthday

Pisces ( February 19 - March 20)

Element: Water

Ruling Planets: Jupiter, the philosopher and Neptune, the speculator

Symbol: Two Fishes

Tarot card: The Moon (intuition)

Number: 7

Favorable colors: Green, Silver, violet

Key phrase: I uncover hidden depths. 

Love Matches: Cancer, Scorpio, and Capricorn

February 23

"My life is wonderful in every way''

The birthday of the capable front runner. 

Your greatest challenge is to overcome any shyness.

On the Dark Side: Manipulative, cautious, uncompromising

At Your Best: Capable, self-starting, articulate.

Birthstone

Fairy Treat - Fairies Identity and the Cottingley Fairies

The information in this part of my blog is brought to you by The Fairy Bible penned by Teresa Moorey.

What are Fairies? Spirits, Angels, or Devils?

Fairies' True Identity

    Proper fairies (with the exception of angels) are none of these things. They are beings who inhabit the Otherworld- a dimension of existence close to our own, which overlaps with ours from time to time and from place to place. For some people, the Otherworld, and its fairy denizens, is ever-present. Fairies are nature spirits, who tend growing things: they are the elemental entities of Air, Fire, Water, and Earth; they are the ancient goddesses and gods. Yes they may also be angels- spirit messengers bearing wisdom- and they can be creatures of mischief. Many are mighty and awesome; some are terrifying; plenty are helpful and playful; but all are fascinating. 

    Fairies demand (and deserve) respect. Learn their ways in order to experience the best of them. 

The Case of the Cottingley Fairies

    In 1917, Elsie Wright and her cousin Frances Griffiths claimed to have had encounters with fairies at their home in Cottingley, in the English county of Yorkshire. In 1920, the writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle published an article in the Strand Magazine concerning the photographs of fairies taken by the two girls. Many people, including some respected thinkers, believed in nature spirits; but, needless to say, there was scornful criticism from some skeptics.

    No one was able to probe anything conclusively until the cousins--by this time old ladies-- owned up to having faked the four of the five photographs; and many people believe the other photo was also a fake. Late in life, Elsie stated that she never really believed in fairies. Frances, however, was a very efficient matron in a boys' school and had a reputation for total honesty; after she died her daughter described her as a woman who could never tell a lie. 

A Question of Credibility 

    Stories of encounters with supernatural beings frequently present problems. In the first place, people often choose not to believe what they see, and would rather assume they have imagined it all than face the fact that their view of "reality" could be deeply flawed. Some may be tempted into faking proof, in order to gain respectability. And there is a certain kudos to Otherworldly encounters that may encourage dramatization. Because the subject is extremely confusing, people involved in fairy incidents have a tendency to behave irrationally and inconsistently. This is not really very surprising, as fairies are usually mischievous creatures and are likely to bring muddles in their wake!

    The Cottingley encounter was documented in 1997 in The Case of the Cottingley Fairies by Joe Cooper and was turned into the film Fairy Story.  But were there really fairies in the beck at Cottingley? If so, they should still be there, accessible to anyone with the innocent heart and clear eyes of a child. 

Lil' Witchy's Challenge

Write

Write a scene that begins: "Joe was the last person on Earth I expected to do that."

Draw

Pom Poms

Of the Birthday Feb 22

Crystal

Rose Quartz

Pink

Usually translucent, may be transparent

Easily obtained

South Africa, US, Brazil, Japan, India, Madagascar

Rose Quartz is the stone of unconditional love and infinite peace. It is the most important crystal for the heart and the heart chakra, teaching the true essence of love. It purifies and opens the heart at all levels, and brings deep inner healing and self-love. 

Herb

Figwort

Parts Used: Aerial Parts. 

Collection: The stalks and leaves are gathered during flowering between June and August

Figwort acts in a broad way to help the body function well, bringing about a state of inner cleanliness. It may be used for eczema, psoriasis, and any skin condition where there is itching and irritation. Part of the cleansing occurs due t the purgative and diuretic actions. It may be used as a mild laxative in constipation. As a heart stimulant, Figwort should be avoided where there is any abnormally rapid heartbeat. 

Caution: Avoid in case of abnormally rapid heartbeat

Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto 1-3 teaspoonfuls of the dried leaves and let infuse for 10 - 15 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day. 

Birthday

Pisces ( February 19 - March 20)

Element: Water

Ruling Planets: Jupiter, the philosopher and Neptune, the speculator

Symbol: Two Fishes

Tarot card: The Moon (intuition)

Number: 7

Favorable colors: Green, Silver, violet

Key phrase: I uncover hidden depths. 

Love Matches: Cancer, Scorpio, and Capricorn

February 22

"I focus on people's good points and help them bring out their best qualities."

The birthday of the investigator

Your greatest challenge is to be less self-critical

On the Dark Side: Detached, over-critical, pessimistic

At Your Best: Dynamic, problem solving, articulate

Birthstone

Lil' Witchy's Challenge

Write

Something you've always regretted saying

Draw

Synchronized Swimmers

Of the Birthday Feb 21

Crystal

Quartz: Phantom Quartz

Color Varies according to mineral

Ghost-like crystal within main crystal

Easily obtained

Worldwide

A phantom crystal symbolizes universal awareness. Its purpose is to stimulate healing for the planet and to activate healing abilities in individuals. 

Amethyst Phantom accesses the pre-birth state and the plan for the present lifetime

Chlorite Phantom (Green) helps in self-realization and the removal of energy implants but should be used for this purpose under the guidance of a qualified crystal therapist. 

Smoky Phantom takes you back to a time before you left your soul group and links you into the purpose of the group incarnation. It can also help you to identify and attract members of your soul group. 

Herb

Feverfew

Parts Used: Leaves

Collection: The leaves may be picked throughout the spring and summer, although just before flowering is best. 

Feverfew has regained its deserved reputation as a primary remedy in the treatment of migraine headaches, especially those that are relieved by applying warmth to the head. It may also help arthritis when it is in the painfully active inflammatory stage. Dizziness and tinnitus may be eased, especially if it is used in conjunction with other remedies. Painful periods and sluggish menstrual flow will be relieved by Feverfew. 

Caution: Feverfew should not be used during pregnancy because of the stimulant action on the womb. The fresh leaves may cause mouth ulcers in sensitive people. 

It is best to use the equivalent of one fresh leaf one to three times a day. It is best used fresh or frozen. 

Birthday

Pisces ( February 19 - March 20)

Element: Water

Ruling Planets: Jupiter, the philosopher and Neptune, the speculator

Symbol: Two Fishes

Tarot card: The Moon (intuition)

Number: 7

Favorable colors: Green, Silver, violet

Key phrase: I uncover hidden depths. 

Love Matches: Cancer, Scorpio, and Capricorn

February 21

"Whatever I decide is right for me."

The birthday of the dominating presence.

Your greatest challenge is to take on board the advice of others.

On the Dark Side: Immature, Detached, inflexible

At Your Best: Creative, influential, honest.

Birthstone: