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A Book of Spells to Take With You
author: Cal Garrison
Witch On The Go is a unique little book (literally a "little book" at 4 3/4" x 6 1/4" and 160 pages) that packs a big wallup. Don't be led astray by the cartoonish cover, or the authors rather breezy style. This is a book where every word counts - skimming will get you nowhere fast! The spells and other words of wisdom contained here are for those whose lives are crammed full to overflowing with "things to do, places to go and people to see". It is pointed out that full ritual is not necessary for all things, and that intent goes a long way towards manifesting results. The backbone of this book is what Garrison calls her "Portable Spell Kit". It is small enough to fit into a purse, so that it can be carried around at all times, without being obvious. It rather reminds me of the medicine bags t hat Native American Shamans carry with them, although the contents differ greatly. Garrison's kit consists of the following items:
With the use of this kit, spells can be done at any time - at home, at work, on vacation, or while traveling. In this manner, not only will you never have to miss honoring a Sabbat or Moon Cycle, but you can release (or call in) whatever energies that you need at any given time. Most of the items are self explanatory. The quartz crystal is used to program whatever issue is being worked on, the Post-it notes are used to write the spell work on, and the threads are used to bind the spell - which can be very important in instances where burning the spell paper would attract all too much attention. The work discussed in this book should not be taken lightly, but the practitioner should realize that an abbreviated form of ceremony or ritual may be better than none at all. Know what you can and cannot do, and when you can and cannot do it. Don't light candles in the ladies room - you are bound to get into trouble because of the match, if not the candle! If you insist on using salt to create a circle, less is better, and easier to carry. Connecting with the Four Directions can just as easily be done mentally as out loud. There is also a wonderful section on easy to obtain herbs, and their best uses (such as apples for love spells, and coffee to hurry up the timing of a spell). The days of the week are also listed, along with what spells are best done on each day. Oh, by the way, be sure to include a compass, so that you know where your directions are! There is a section in this book that is absolutely magickal! Garrison discusses the normal everyday things in life that we all have to do - like waking up in the morning, and how they can be done in a sacred, conscious manner , wherever we are. Stretching to form a cross, and mentally chatting with the guides at each of the four directions. Using the morning shower as a cleansing ritual. Stirring coffee with a cinnamon stick to consciously send your intention into your coffee cup. Adding essential oils to skin lotions to place appropriate energies in your day. (I used to - OK, I still do! - use jewelry in the same manner. I have an onyx ring that gives me courage and helps me present myself at my most dignified best.) Cooking dinner, falling asleep ... these can become ritual activities. There are instructions here for reviewing ones day - in reverse - to release negative energy and "rewrite" bad endings. This alone is well worth the price of the book. Now we get into actual spells, spells that can be done in traffic, spells for specific purposes - like getting the traffic moving again! Ummmm - you will want to check out how to insure that you have a parking space wherever you are going. I remember the time I was in a car full of witches, in Hawaii, headed for a New Year's Eve party. We were all bemoaning the fact that Honolulu is notorious for not having good parking, and what were we going to do. Our High Priestess was with us, and silenced us all by saying, in a very calm voice: "We are a car load of witches. How could there NOT be a parking space!" I like that fact that Garrison includes Rune pieces and crystals in her spells. Different energies do work well together to manifest goals. Love spells - even a spell for road rage! Whatever one might need when on the go - it is here. To help things along, there is a concise listing of animal, bird and insect symbols to add to the mix. The dates for each of the solstices are listed, along with abbreviated spells for each of them. There is much, much more to this book - including an Appendix with a ritual for calling in the guardians. The book and kit will fit easily into most purses (or knapsacks). What a wonderful tool of empowerment - to be able to do whatever one wants to do, anywhere one needs to do it. Enjoy!
Bonnie Cehovet
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