Category: Learn & Study

May is the month we celebrate Mother’s Day, and countries worldwide honor the hardest working person on Earth. In some cultures, residents follow their traditional chosen day for Mothers as well as adopting our date. The second Sunday in May was designated for the United States on May 9, 1914 by then President Woodrow Wilson.

While many of you are planning to attend religious services and/or take Mom out to lunch or dinner, go shopping with her, or maybe just send some flowers and a card, there are those, like myself, whose Mother has passed to their Heavenly Home. Despite being a Mother of five myself, and a grandmother of nine, I miss having my Mom to call when I need to rant about the rising cost of groceries or ask how to get a stain out of something that seems destined for the rag bag.

Here is a simple yet touching way to honor that woman who gave you birth.

INGREDIENTS:
1 White glass 7-day Novena type candle
White kerchief or crochet lace doily
Blessing or Healing Oil
Small saucer
Rose or Carnation in a bud vase
Photograph or image of your Mother

Clean the candle cylinder and top of wax with lemon juice or alcohol, and let dry completely. Choose a small table or fireplace mantle for your setup. Place a white kerchief or crochet lace doily with the photograph and bud vase with flower on it.

Take the white candle and pour a few drops of oil into the top of the candle, rubbing or swirling it clockwise to send the healing or blessing out. Place the candle on a saucer atop the doily. Light and pray Psalm 23 or recite a Hail Mary. Let it burn until done. You can take this a step further and leave a slice of cake or other sweet, a cup of black coffee, a small glass of sherry or rum, and other items that remind you of Mom.

Lucky Mojo Money Herbs Mixture contains 7 botanicals to comfort your soul, increase your prospects, and enhance your abundance:

  • Cloves
  • Allspice
  • Cinnamon
  • Cardamom
  • Rosemary
  • Thyme
  • Bay Leaf

Crafted in the tradition of Besamim, this fragrant spice mixture is used every week by Jews at the conclusion of the Sabbath, to usher in the new week.

It is a curious fact that in hoodoo, Besamim spices have been marketed as a Lucky Money Herbs Mix for more than 100 years and have gained the reputation of being a powerful tool for drawing wealth.

You may inhale the scent, burn the mixture as incense, add it to a bath, dress money with it, or use it to roll candles in.

In the Japanese language the word kaeru means frog, but it also means return, so people put a little glass frog in their wallet so their money will return to them. 

In light of this I give you the money spell “Kaeru Kaeru”:

First, you will need a lodestone. Place it on top of some bills to create a money altar. From your favorite Asia mart, bead store, or glass shop, get three tiny green frogs. Place them with the lodestone. Each day chant “money come back to me, kaeru, kaeru” three times.

On the third day, place one frog in your coin purse or wallet, one in the coin holder of your car, and leave the last with the lodestone. 

Whenever you spend the money from these places, say or think “kaeru kaeru.”

If you receive change, put some of the coins or bills on the money altar, and tell the little frog that its friends say hi. 

To strengthen the spell, add a little lodestone grit and magnetic sand to both the car’s coin holder and your purse/wallet. 

This spell won’t make you rich, but it will keep a steady flow of money coming to you.

The World is an ever-changing place, and with that change comes new technology that allows us to communicate throughout the world. In the days of long ago, people did not travel very far from their ancestral or birth land, but as we search for our own lifestyle and climate, families and friends are distanced by miles now more than ever. Given also that we are in the midst of a pandemic where we cannot socialize and visit as we once did, a lot of us are now relying on psychic services given through the telephone or via webcam. Many have asked me whether a telephone tarot reading can deliver the honest truth as effectively as if the Querent (client or customer) is present — and the answer is most certainly YES! Here are some reasons that a distance reading is perfect for those searching for spiritual advice.

FLEXIBILITY

One of the first benefits that distance readings bring is in the management of Time. There are only so many hours in a day, and with the pressures of career, family, and just day-to-day living and chores, you need someone who is flexible to meet with you on your schedule, or meet at a time that is equally agreeable for both your lifestyles. Once you have booked out a portion of time to yourself, you can sit in quiet and focus on your questions without pets needing attention or hungry family members needing a meal. When you have made your arrangements with childcare or career meetings, you can sit with your journal and either speak with a reader over the phone or via video chat to aid you in your quest for answers through divination.

CONCENTRATION

When a client comes into a storefront, home, or office of a spiritual practitioner, the surroundings may be unfamiliar and distracting, and thus not allow the Querent (you) a comfortable space to open up to the reader. Decor or ambiance may make you nervous, but if you were to receive your reading in the comfort of your home, your focus will be enhanced by ease and familiarity, so that you can hear all the information being given to you. In addition, the reader has no preconceived notion or bias upon meeting you in person, as some clients may dress or behave in a unique way that may “front load” the reader with information that may impact the reading. A phone consultation can give the reader a “blank slate” in which to work, resulting in a more precise reading without preconceptions.

ANONYMITY

From time to time, we readers encounter clients of various degrees of popularity, such as pop singers, internet influencers, or others who are recognizable in various walks of life. The famous or nearly famous are seeking spiritual guidance just like you, and they may worry about issues with security and blackmail. When a caller uses phone psychic services, they can use any name they want, and “Mary” will never be revealed since personal information, such as credit cards, are kept a secret. If receiving a reading through video chat, they can simply leave the camera off and use the microphone services only. The client is afforded privacy and security that they may not receive with an in-person consultation.

The ultimate goal is to reduce nervousness to the client. Better focus and concentration with the reading, and the ability to relax and really connect with a psychic, results in an informative and helpful spiritual consultation that will aid and assist the Querent (you) in gaining success in all matters of your life. Sitting down with a favorite beverage, lighting a scented candle or incense, wearing comfortable clothes, and being able to decompress the stresses of the day before your telephone reading results in a great session. Your psychic or tarot reader is your companion to assist you in formulating a brighter and more positive future. Book your appointment today with your favorite reader and plan to receive a great consultation session with a professional experienced in their system of divination to help you.

As many of us aim to get a firm grasp on things, it’s vital to remember the importance of creating spiritual foundations alongside our physical ones. This is where good conjure can assist greatly, especially when working with roots. Roots are thought of as quite powerful plant allies in Hoodoo; after all you couldn’t have rootwork without ’em! Not only do they pack quite a punch, they can help when needing to change things “from the ground up.” Below are seven well-known roots used in Hoodoo that can lend a big hand in manifesting the life you desire.

1. Lovage Root 

When looking for new love, look no further than Lovage. This root can help in not just attracting new partners, but can improve your chances at finding them. This root works well when combined with other ingredients, making it ideal for mojo bags. If the interest of a specific target is what you seek, add their personal concerns to the bag. 

2. Galangal Root (Little John)

An excellent root for legal situations, Galangal (colloquially known as Little John to Chew) finds its fame primarily in the court house. Many old-school tricks with Little John to Chew include chewing and spitting the root on the courtroom floor to influence favor and mercy from the judge. However, it can also be used to break or send away a jinx. This is also done through the act of chewing and spitting out the root. 

3. Sampson Snake Root

A powerful ally associated with male energy, Sampson Snake Root conveys confidence, strength and power. It’s no wonder why this root is often turned to for uncrossing and restoring one’s power. Because of Sampson Snake root’s masculine nature, it is often used in love spells by people of similar energies to attract feminine mates. 

4. Queen Elizabeth Root

Just as opposites attract, we have the counterpart to our previous root — the regal Queen Elizabeth. Described by Miss Cat as being “superior to any other love fetish or amulet,” any practitioner searching for romance should not be without it! Queen Elizabeth works exclusively to draw the love of men. This root is often carried whole as a pocket piece or in a mojo bag to draw masculine lovers. 

5. Lucky Hand Root

Gamblers rejoice! This root is just for you and “does what it says”!  Lucky Hand root is rare and precious, much like a winning hand. Anyone looking to increase their luck should carry one in their wallet and have one on their money altar. A good trick I recommend to keep winning luck coming in involves wrapping a Lucky Hand root up in a five dollar bill with Irish Moss & Cinnamon. Dress it weekly with Hoyt’s cologne and keep it in your wallet. 

6. Solomon’s Seal Root

Considered to be a root of Wisdom, Solomon’s Seal is helpful in matters where clarity and insight is lacking. This root not only serves to illuminate that which is hidden, but can also help to uncross when affected by particularly troublesome jinxes. Solomon’s Seal root is also protective and can be placed around the home to ward off intrusion. 

7. High John the Conqueror

Hands down the most famous root in Hoodoo, High John the Conqueror can assist with just about anything. Many conjurers love High John to open roads, remove blockages, and attract employment and love. With this in mind, a nicely sized High John the Conqueror root can be an invaluable ally when needing to start afresh or to simply keep blessings intact. I recommend dressing one weekly with a condition oil of your choice or my favorite, Special Oil #20. 

Many of these roots can become the base for powerful mojo hands, serve as pocket or altar pieces, or be added to candles and baths. It’s always a good idea to spend time with the root of your choosing before working it, to better understand its spirit. If you want to know more about working with these wonderful roots, pick up a copy of miss cat’s Hoodoo Herb and Root Magic. 

Wishing you good luck and solid foundations!

This year’s Hoodoo Heritage Festival was the debut date for three new Lucky Mojo Books. Unfortunately, the mighty Amazon has played a nasty trick this year, claiming it will be 1-2 months before the books are delivered — yet they place an order with Lucky Mojo Publishing EVERY WEEK! Please order these at Amazon and don’t take no for an answer!

BOTTLE UP AND GO!
The Magic of Hoodoo Container Spells in Boxes, Bags, Bowls, Buckets, and Jars
by Catherine Yronwode and Lara Rivera

This foundational book of conjure methods will introduce you to more than 100 time-tested ways to cast magic spells for protection, love, luck, wealth, health, and revenge within a variety of containers including: Eggs, Bones, Shells, and Fruits; Potted Plants and Hollow Trees; Paper, Cloth, and Leather Packets; Mojo Hands and Troll Bundles; Doll-Babies and Loaded Statuary; Glass Bottles and Jars; Sugar, Cigar, and Match Boxes; Mirror Boxes and Compacts; Loaded Oil Lamps and Candles; Ice Boxes and Freezers; Black Hawk Buckets; Scandinavian Spiritus Boxes; Witch Bottles and Bottle Trees; and Jewish and Arabic Spirit Traps. Essential reading for both novice and experienced rootwork practitioners.

THE STRANGER IN THE CUP 
How to Read Your Luck and Fate in the Tea Leaves
by Gregory Lee White and Catherine Yronwode

Tea leaf reading is an age-old form of divination that has followed the tea trade around the globe, touching many cultures. The Stranger in the Cup teaches you the secret lore of tea cup magic, including how to select a cup, choose the best tea for a reading, brew it, and give amazing readings. With a dictionary of more than 800 tea leaf symbols, plus dozens of sample cup interiors that will show you exactly what the leaves reveal, this book will guide you from beginner to expert cup reader in no time. Along the way, you will learn the history of tea; the rare tea cups designed for cartomancy, numerology, and astrology readings; and the woman-led Tea Room Movement that made tea leaf reading the preferred fortune-telling method of the radical Suffragettes. 

THE GUIDING LIGHT TO POWER AND SUCCESS
A Study of the Use of Candles in the Search for the Truth
by Mikhail Strabo, edited by Catherine Yronwode

This ground-breaking work was originally sold via ads in Black-owned newspapers, and it opened up a nation-wide conversation on the increasing importance of conjure work with candles. The author was a participant-observer and documentarian who respectfully verified the sources of his information from workers in the African-American Spiritual Church Movement, to compile a complete manual of home and church altar candle services for use in churches and by home practitioners. This famous hoodoo grimoire contains more than 50 candle and lamp spells for protection, love, wealth, and luck. Now, with 32 additional illustrated pages by editor catherine yronwode, The Guiding Light is back in print, bigger and better than ever. 

As discussed on the Lucky Mojo Hoodoo Rootwork Hour on May 20, 2018 — with co-hosts Catherine Yronwode and ConjureMan Ali, announcer Papa Newt, and special guest WIlliam Stickevers — the path of Uranus through Taurus (just beginning) often brings about conditions of financial chaos.

Uranus was discovered by Sir William Herschel in 1781. Uranium, discovered in 1789, was named in its honour. Uranus has an 84 year cycle. That means it takes 84 years to circle the Sun and spends about 7 years in each sign of the zodiac.

Uranus is unlike the other planets in the Solar System. It has 27 moons and 13 rings, and instead of spinning on its axis like the other planets, it rolls along in its orbit. Symbolically, it is a bizarre planet that signals originality, eccentricity, and creativity. Above all, it is a planet associated with sudden changes. These can take the form of unexpected strokes of good luck — or, when Uranus is badly placed, with unpredicted accidents.

Taurus is a sign noted for its stability. On a global, impersonal scale, it is a fixed Earth sign allied to concepts such as husbanding the natural wealth and resources of the land. It rules not only forestry, farming, businesses, and property management, but also the banking system, and capital financing. It promotes cautious growth and fiscal responsibility, favouring property ownership over monetary or commodity speculation. The unpredictable planet Uranus is incompatible with the ultra-fixed sign Taurus. In fact, Uranus is said to be in its “fall” or worst position possible, when in Taurus.

Wars are always a feature of global history, but during the cycles of Uranus in Taurus, wars take on a particularly nasty financial aspect, as people are stripped of property rights and may lose their previous connections to the land and thus to food sources.

Financial ups and downs always occur, but with Uranus in Taurus, new banking technologies may bring about a crisis and attempts to stabilize the banking system may not succeed well until Uranus moves on into Gemini.

Here are summaries of world events during the two previous times Uranus was in Taurus, for comparison with one another and as a guide to what we may expect this time. 

You may read more about the financial factors in play when Uranus is in Taurus, at William Stickevers’ site.