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  • itha Herbal Circle Ritual graphic for the Summer Solstice, featuring a mortar and pestle filled with fresh summer herbs and chamomile flowers, sparkling golden magical energy, and a vibrant blue-to-pink twilight gradient background. Gold Wheel of the Year symbol and website URL at the bottom.
    Seasonal Rituals

    Litha Herbal Circle: A Ritual for the Height of Summer

    June 19, 2025 /

    Celebrate the summer solstice with a magical Litha herbal circle ritual. Litha, also known as Midsummer or the summer solstice, is a time to honor the sun, gather with nature’s abundant herbs, and infuse your days with intention and joy. In this post, discover how to create your own herbal circle, work with classic Litha herbs, and enjoy a seasonal recipe that captures the spirit of the season. Litha Litha, also called Midsummer or the summer solstice, marks the longest day of the year. It’s a time when the sun shines brightest and nature is at her peak. This sacred point on the Wheel of the Year celebrates abundance, growth,…

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    Watercolor illustration of three lit candles surrounded by green leaves and pink flowers, with the title “Beltane Transition Ritual: A Simple Ritual for the In-Between.”

    Liminal Magic: A Ritual for the Space Between Beltane and Summer Solstice

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  • Pinterest graphic featuring a pink Witchlight Fizz mocktail in a faceted glass, rimmed with raspberry citrus salt and garnished with mint. Surrounded by trailing houseplants, with text overlay: Witchlight Fizz Mocktail – for Stargazers & Dreamers.
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    Witchlight Fizz Mocktail: Mixed Berry & Citrus Herbal Sparkler

    June 10, 2025 /

    Sip the magic of twilight with the Witchlight Fizz Mocktail. This sparkling, herbal sipper is as enchanting as it is refreshing. In fact, every glass is a celebration! You’ll love how this mixed berry citrus mocktail weaves together strawberry, blueberry, and lemon. The fresh mint and botanical spirits add a subtle herbal lift, making each sip bright and lively. As a finishing touch, a vibrant berry salt rim shimmers like a potion cast for joy and connection. Whether you’re hosting a summer garden party, craving a non-alcoholic drink with style, or simply longing to add a little “kitchen witch” magic to your evening, the Witchlight Fizz is made for stargazers…

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    May 13, 2025
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  • Coral pink Wild May Cup mocktail garnished with mint and a fresh raspberry in a pressed glass
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    Wild May Cup Mocktail – A Fresh & Herbal Beltane Inspired Drink

    May 15, 2025 /

    There’s something undeniably enchanting about early May – when the garden bursts into bloom, the air smells green and alive, and every meal feels like a celebration. That’s exactly the spirit behind the Wild May Cup Mocktail, a vibrant blend of fresh berries, mint, citrus, and aromatic bitters. This spring mocktail was inspired by Beltane, a cross-quarter festival rooted in ancient Celtic tradition that celebrates fertility, fire, and new growth. Traditionally, revelers would sip herbal May Cups – infused with blossoms, herbs, and wine – to honor the season. This non-alcoholic version captures that same energy with a playful mix of ingredients that feels both grounded and joyful. The Wild…

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    Citrus Sun Spritz Mocktail – A Toast to the Solstice Sun

    June 24, 2025
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Lemon Balm
Today’s Magic: The Summer Solstice arrives! As the sun reaches its peak, consider this:

“The longest day of the year is a celebration of warmth, abundance, and light. Ancient traditions marked the Solstice by gathering outdoors, honoring the sun, and sharing gratitude for all that grows. Light a candle, brew a cup of lemon balm or chamomile tea, or take a moment to bask in the sun—even if just for a few breaths. These small rituals connect us to the magic woven into this turning of the Wheel.”

Let today be a little ritual:
Open a window, let sunlight flood in, sip something herbal, or jot down what's blooming in your life right now. Happy Solstice!



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