James Duvalier

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That Time of Year Again: Saint John’s Eve

St John's Night Fire Painting by Astrup Jonsokbal 1912

In Voodoo Saint John’s Eve, the 23rd-24th of June, is considered to be the most powerful night of the year for doing any kind of spiritual work. I have been planning this years St. John’s service since the end of April and have been incredibly busy.  I am happy to re-share an article about this particular night and some of the Voodoo traditions associated with it.  I wish you all and happy and magical Saint John’s Eve. Voodoo…
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Love Séance: A Simple Love Ritual

triumphant love medallion

The following is a simple love ritual, taught to me years ago as a “love séance,” which I deem to be quite safe in terms of possible spiritual fall out.  If you decide to try the ritual with a group of your friends, please let me know how it goes! I first heard of the love séance during my childhood from my babysitter Jodi.  She claims to have participated in various gatherings of this nature in the…
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Marriage Bath

Ochun Our Lady of Charity

In the past, I have briefly touched on the subject of magical baths in Voodoo which can be done for a variety of purposes; love and money being the most popular.  Today I would like to share with you a very traditional and popular bath whose aim is to bring about marriage.  I highly recommend it for anyone who has been in a relationship for a long time and is waiting for a marriage proposal that does…
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All Souls’ Day

It is common in New Orleans and many places around the world to visit the cemetery and honor departed family and friends with offerings of flowers and candles.  In Mexico, November 2nd, El día de los muertos, takes on an almost carnival like atmosphere with colorful decoration and sweet treats molded in the shape of skulls, coffins and bones.  This is to mock the idea of death, which is an inevitable for all, but in reality is…
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Spiritual Baths

Spiritual Baths

Lately I have been getting a lot of requests for spiritual baths and my spirit guides have been prescribing various herbal baths to people during readings, so today I thought I would share with you a simple spiritual bath that requires few ingredients that you can to with the intention of drawing luck or love. Spiritual Bath Recipe for Luck, Money or Love Ingredients Rose Water (available at most grocery stores) 7 Shiny coins, pennies work well…
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