The Avidity Witch

  It’s Satire Saturday again! This is the day when we talk about odd things related to witches and witchcraft. Since we’re still in the middle of winter, I thought it might be fun to explore the origin of one of my father’s favorite phrases during the cold months. Have you ever heard the expression, “Colder than a witch’s brass tit!” when the weather is particularly cold? Have you ever wondered where that came from? Well, it has nothing to do with old women wearing metal bras, even though the words conjure those images in a modern mind. Instead, it has to do with climate change, witch hunts, and money. Let’s start with climate change. During a period spanning from the 14 th century to the mid-19 th century, our planet’s climate cooled substantially. Scientists think this cooling was caused either by volcanic activity, a drop in the frequency of solar storms, or a combination of both. This period is often referred to as “the little ice age” and it was a dark period for our species

  Today is Feature Friday! This is the day when I share an item that’s for sale in my shop along with a link to that item! Take a look at this week’s item! Wood Vegvisir Plaque Bring a little bit of Norse magic into your home with this Wood Vegvisir Plaque. The Vegvisir is also known as the Viking compass and is thought to show the pathways between the nine realms. In modern magic a vegvisir can be used for protection and guiding energies. Size: 6.5 x 6.5 x .75 inches This item is made from salvaged wood products and was handmade by me. *Legal disclaimer: all spells, metaphysical tools and kits, and other similar items should be considered novelty items and used for entertainment purposes only* https://www.etsy.com/listing/1086567564/wood-vegvisir-plaque-ready-to-ship?click_key=7c035bbc34bfc238a92c13e77c2cf01c389d932d%3A1086567564&click_sum=311c406a&ref=shop_home_active_51 #theaviditywitch #featurefriday #vegvisirplaque #vegvisir #shop #featureditem #forsale #ooak

  THAUMATURGIST THURSDAY: Garnet Today is Thaumaturgist Thursday, the day make a post about the uses of stones in magic. I hope you enjoy this repost about garnets. Garnets are gemstones that come in various shades of red and are associated with fire. They are the birthstone for January, and are considered a very lucky gift, and very unlucky to steal. Centuries ago, they were used to drive away evil spirits and demons. They are said to be powerful protection stones that warn you of danger, bring harm to your enemies, and cause those who would harm you to become spooked and leave. Garnets are also good for love, especially in the form of passion. Because of this they are often used to increase the libido. Some people use them to attract a compatible companion. They can also be used to obtain power and wealth. In short, there are many uses for garnets in the magical world. I hope you enjoyed learning a bit more about January’s birthday. Have a great day. Blessed be. https://www.e

  Witchy Wednesday: Snowdrops For anyone who does not know or has forgotten, Witchy Wednesday is the day I post about herbs, spices, and other plants. I write both about their magical and medicinal properties. Some of the plants I write about are ones I am very familiar with and some I learn about as I write the post, so this is often a learning experience for me as well. Snowdrops, or Galanthus, are one of the birth-month flowers for January. It is thought to symbolize hope, purity, innocence, and sympathy. One of the unique traits this plant possesses is the ability to generate their own heat. They often melt the snow around them. They grow best in cooler, wetter climates, and bloom in the early spring. If you wish to plant snowdrops in your garden, you should plant the bulbs in well drained soil during the early fall. Since I live in a high desert climate and they do not like to grow here, I do not have any personal experience with snowdrops. It should be noted that snowdrops

  After a few of the things I have had happen over the last couple of weeks, I think it might be a good time to repost this. I’ve seen a lot of evidence to support the idea that the energy you put out comes back to you in a magnified form after several recent events. I know it’s tough sometimes but try to keep the negativity under control, so it doesn’t poison your environment. I hope you enjoy this repost and blessed be. WITCH TIP TUESDAY! Always be aware of your “Karma.” When you perform magic of any kind there is always a price. This is true for all aspects of life, but for now we will only focus on the magical implications. Whatever you put out in a spell, you get back a minimum of three times and as many as ten. A lot of people refer to this as karma and for the sake of keeping this post fairly short, so shall we. It always amazes me how many people seem to think they can escape karma, especially in magic. You can’t. Even if you stop practicing magic, you will still have t

  MAGICIANS MONDAY: Candle Snuffers Today is Magicians Monday. On Mondays I try to explain the different types of tools and their magical uses. This is mostly for beginners to the craft, and I usually only cover the basics. Feel free to skip it if you wish. Candle snuffers are not thought of as magical tools, but they can be particularly useful when performing magic. Candle snuffers are designed to extinguish candles without damaging the wick. If the wick is damaged, relighting the candle can be difficult or even impossible. There are many types available for purchase. Some even have hinges so that you can use the snuffer in almost any position. I don’t currently sell candle snuffers in my shop, but there are many other shops that do sell them. If you would like to see the items I do carry in my shop you can do so by following the link below. https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheAvidityWitch Have a great week! Blessed be! #theaviditywitch #witch #witches #witchcraft #pagan #metaphy

  SORCERY SUNDAY: Janus Today is Sorcery Sunday! For anyone not familiar with Sorcery Sunday, it is the day I post about a god or goddess. They can be from any culture or period in time. Today’s post is a slightly edited repost of the god Janus. The month of January was named for Janus and so it is only appropriate that we have a post about him for the first Sunday of the year. Janus is the Roman god of time. He has two faces and looks to the future and the past simultaneously. He presides over beginnings, endings, gateways, doorways, bridges, corridors, and change. He is believed to be one of the primordial gods or titans. When he is invoked, it is often done in association with another god such as Jupiter. The nature of Janus is one of the most debated topics among modern scholars, and because of that you find many different descriptions of who he was and what he represented. Well, that’s it for now! Blessed be! https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheAvidityWitch