August 2023

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Classes

Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.

We will be open Friday nights when there is a class.

Divination Month:  A variety of different readers and divination will be every Friday and Saturday this month (except Aug 26th). Go on Facebook to see who will be here.

Friday, August 4: 5 PM to 8 PM: Spiritual Night Out: Free event. Socialize, discuss a variety of topics. Topic this month is: Divination

Friday Aug 11th, 6 PM Darlene’s Chakra Class: Come learn the basics, health benefits, and spiritual elements of working with Chakras! This is a 2 hour class with materials and meditations. $20, pay in advance only $15!

BRAND NEW class for Truely Unique

Friday Aug 18th, 6 PM. Osteomancy “Bone Throwing” Class. Wild Curiosities and the Dragon Witch will be offering an Osteomancy class for beginners!  Come learn what it all entails, down to even walking off with your very own kit.  $50 for the class, pre-register and its $40!

Saturday, August 19, 2 PM Pendulum Class with Sheena:  Hands on class on how to use a pendulum and ways it can help you. Bring your pendulum if you have one otherwise one will be provided.  $15.00

The Novel Nest Bookstore and Manic Creations, LLC presents to you,

Reading For Our Future. Back to School Paloza

Saturday, August 26, 2023       Noon to 6 PM

The Novel Nest Bookstore and Manic Creations, LLC presents to you, Reading for Our Future, a back to school reading event for the youth here in Wilson. We have teamed up with Truely Unique as our sponsor to deliver you something positive for this community in hopes of directing our youth towards other paths in life where they can thrive and be successful! We have a spectacular lineup for you! There will be hairstylists and barbers on set to give back to school cuts FREE of charge, donating their time and service to our children! We have FREE face painting for the kids as well as games and prizes! There will be raffles for the parents with awesome prizes including apparel from DumbRich! We have some amazing vendors serving you with some of their talented work! There is way too much to list! I look forward to seeing you there! You’re not going to wanna miss it! If you want to donate school supplies please drop them off at either store before the event. If you want to volunteer please contact us. We look forward to seeing you there!

Services and POP-UP Vending

Wild Curiosities will be selling her wares every Thursday.

Tarot Card Reading with Senah Owens.  Every Friday and Saturday. You can schedule through Truely Unique or by email at tarotbysenah@yahoo.com or drop in and wait for a space. She is also selling Gift Certificates for future readings.

Clearing and balancing your Chakras: Chakra Healing/Balancing every Friday afternoons with Darlene. By appointment or walk-in. Tuning forks, crystals and/or Reiki energy are used to help clear and balance the energy of the 7 main chakras. A thirty minute session is $30.00.  

Also available is a chakra oracle reading session that can focus on a specific chakra. Approximately 10 minutes for $5.00 per oracle card.  Darlene is a Reiki master/teacher with a chakra certification and 30 years’ experience in healing energy.  Email dcandrey@hotmail.com

 or contact Truely Unique for an appointment.

Sales

All divination tools are 25% off

A new batch of candles will be in the store later in August. (Made in NC by Mystical Mysti Candles) and candle holders. More in-store sales throughout the month.

Events coming soon!

Saturday October 28: Truely Unique Halloween Bash coming this fall. Tickets will be available in September. $25.00.

The Yearly project for you will continue in the fall.

But start it or continue throughout the summer. In January we had you make negativity box to write down all past negativity, hurt and anger and put it in the box. For February we had you looking for something that makes you happy.  A moment in time to feel true happiness.  March is for self-love.  Make time in your life to thank yourself, to hug yourself, to feel good about something you have done. We often forget to pat our self on our own back for simple gesture or event.  April we met for awakening and creating positive energy around yourself.  September:  we will embrace the passion of fire.

Stones: Bloodstone

Chakra: Root

Zodiac: Aries, Libra, Pisces                                   Planet: Mars

Element: Earth                                                        Vibration: 4 and 6

Typical colors: Dark green / greenish-blue with small red blood-like spots

Healing: Abundance, Alignment, Organization, Smooth energy flow, Generosity, Idealism, Good fortune, and Purification.

Oil Pairings: lemon, sage, fennel, patchouli, spruce, cypress

Moon

Full moon= August 1 super moon and  August 30 is our blue moon.     3rd quarter= August 8th    new moon= August 16        1st quarter August 24

Full Sturgeon moon. This is a super moon.

August 1, 2023

Lammas, Lughnasadh

First of the three Harvests, honoring all of the Sun Gods. Bring Forth the First Fruits and Celebrate.

Colors: Red, gold, yellow, green, orange, brown and black.

Herbs: Ginseng, Eucalyptus, Alfalfa, Frankincense, Hops, Rosemary, Sage, Calendula, & Fenugreek.

Foods: Corn, Wheat, Rye, Rice, Barley, and other grains. Blackberries, honey butter, tomatoes, cucumbers, and all other first Harvest foods.

Rocks & Stones: Moss Agate, Citrine, Tourmaline, Amber, Green Garnet, Green Jasper, Bloodstone, Topaz, and Malachite.

Incense:   Energy, Sandalwood, Greenman, Frankincense, Fire, and Earth.

Make Grain Wreaths, Corn Dollies, Corn Cakes and Sunny Colored Cookies, Drink Ale and Blackberry Wine. Try you best in Games of Skills, and Count your Blessings while passing the loaf of bread and the goblet of wine. Blessed Be

Herb of the Month: Linden

An antioxidant reduces fatty tissue in blood vessels, sore throats, headaches, nervous stomachs, and insomnia, reduces fevers, may lower blood pressure by relaxing the heart and improving blood flow.   Safe for Children.  Do not take within 2 hours of taking vitamin or minerals. It will interfere with absorption of the nutrients.

Historically: Lithuanian Women once made sacrifices to the Linden tree as part of a ritual.

Very popular in France as a after dinner drink. The drink is called Tilleul.

Spiritually: Linden protects, gives luck, immortality, and love. In Europe they hang branches over their door for protection. Linden works well in good luck charms.

Crockpot Bacon Cheese Potatoes

Ingredients: 1/4 pound bacon, diced – I cook it first in the oven so that it is “done” and browned then I dice it and place in the crock pot.

2 medium onions thinly sliced.

4 medium potatoes thinly sliced

1/2 pound cheddar cheese, thinly sliced (shredded is fine)

Pepper, green onions, and parsley

1/2 stick butter

Layer half each of the bacon, onions and potatoes in the crockpot.

Season to taste with herbs and dot with (real) butter.

Repeat layers of bacon, onions, potatoes and cheese.

Cover and cook on low for up to 6 hours (check at 4 hours – depending on your crock pot).

Add cheese for the last 20 – 30 minutes and enjoy!

Supporting Businesses We work with and support. Many carries our products:

Supporting and visiting them supports us also.

3 Keys Conjure/Witchcraft Thrift Store.  650 Old Vanceboro Rd.  New Bern NC 28560-8857

doctor_possum@yahoo.com

Dancing Moon at 1840 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC carries our teas and incense. https://www.dancingmoonraleigh.com/

The Dandelion at 307 N Berkeley Blvd Suite J, Goldsboro, NC https://gotothedandelion.com/

Create Your Dreams (https://createyourdreams.com/) Shares our news with all.

Your Herbal Health at Tar River Flea Market. 1820 S Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount. https://www.alignable.com/rocky-mount-nc/your-herb-health-the-tar-river-flea-market

Dharma’s Love (https://www.dharmaslove.com/) (Fuquay Varina)

Toad Song Farm https://www.facebook.com/toadsongfarm

Blended Family Farm https://www.facebook.com/people/Blended-Family-Farm-NC/100080928990297/

Wild  Curiosities https://wildcuriosities94.com/

Mystical Mysti Candles 1024S. Pollock St, Selma NC.  Mystical Mysti Candles – MYSTICAL MYSTI CANDLES

The Novel Nest Bookstore and Manic Creations, LLC. 120 Goldsboro St Wilson. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089859639534

One of our local artist, Ravens Fur made our “We are Truely Unique” Coffee Cups.  This is our fund raiser for the year. Buying a cup or two will make great gifts as well as supporting one or more of our favorite community projects.  They make great gifts.

Having a hard time getting to the store during regular hours? Remember; call and make an appointment 24 hours in advance and we will open for you.

We are looking for people who would like to write small articles for our newsletter. If you are interested please email me at support@truelyunique.com

Thank all of you for helping us during Wizarding weekend.

Truely Unique News and Events JULY 2023

Sales

Air Fresheners (Dragon and Sabbat)  25% off

Any satchel or purse in the store 25% off

Tea mug and tea sets 25% off (remember our fund raiser of Truely Unique Mugs.)

Have you seen our new candles (made in NC by Mystical Mysti Candles) and candle holders.

Classes

Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.

We will be open Friday nights when there is a class.

Saturday July 8, 1 PM Mojo Bags, Protection bags, and Medicine bags. Make your own. All supplies included.  $15.00

Tuesday day July 11th 1 PM: Meditation, Grounding and Centering Class: Learn a way for your brain to teach your body to relax and de-stress.  Take this class for the first time, or a refresher to better your skills. Class is 2 hours long $15.00.

Friday, July 14: 5 PM to 8 PM: Spiritual Night Out: Free event. Socialize, discuss a variety of topics. Topic this month is: Beach Magic.  If weather permits, we will be outside around a fire.

Friday July 21, 6 PM Pendulum Class with Sheena:  Hands on class on how to use a pendulum and ways it can help you. Bring your pendulum if you have one otherwise one will be provided.  $15.00

Saturday July 22, 1PM:  Writing spells that work: Learn advancedspell work and the importance of planning spell work and working with the energy of the universe. $15.00

July 29 thru July 30: We will be vending at Wizarding Weekend in Wilson sponsored by Casita Brewing Company and Wilson Arts. Watch for special events and sales also at our store.

Services and POP-UP Vending

Wild Curiosities will be selling her wares every Thursday in July.

Tarot Card Reading with Senah Owens.  Every Friday and Saturday. You can schedule through Truely Unique or by email at tarotbysenah@yahoo.com or drop in and wait for a space. She is also selling Gift Certificates for future readings.

Clearing and balancing your Chakras: Chakra Healing/Balancing every Friday afternoons with Darlene. By appointment or walk-in. Tuning forks, crystals and/or Reiki energy are used to help clear and balance the energy of the 7 main chakras. A thirty minute session is $30.00.  

Also available is a chakra oracle reading session that can focus on a specific chakra. Approximately 10 minutes for $5.00 per oracle card.  Darlene is a Reiki master/teacher with a chakra certification and 30 years’ experience in healing energy.  Email dcandrey@hotmail.com or contact Truely Unique for an appointment.

 

 Truely Unique News and Events JUNE 2023

Classes
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.
We will be open Friday nights when there is a class.

Friday June 9, 5 PM Pendulum Class: Hands on class on how to use a pendulum and ways it can help you. Bring your pendulum if you have one otherwise one will be provided. $15.00

Sunday, June 11, 1 PM Introduction to Reiki: With Reiki Master Osvaldo Soto. Learn the basics of Reiki and what it can do for you. This hour long course will answer all of your questions. $30.00, when you choose to take Reiki 1, you will receive $15.00 credit on Reiki 1. Limit 3 per class. This class is at 104 North Pender St Elm City.

Highway 301 Giant Yard Sale June 16th and 17th
7 AM to 2 PM and yes people are already there at 7 AM.
Vender booth spaces are available for $10.00 for both days. Sign up soon.

Friday, June 23: 5 PM to 8 PM: Spiritual Night Out: Free event. Socialize, discuss a variety of topics. Topic this month is: The power of fire. If weather permits, we will be outside around a fire.

Saturday June 24, 1PM: Meditation, Grounding and Centering Class: Learn a way for your brain to teach your body to relax and de-stress. Take this class for the first time, or a refresher to better your skills. Class is 2 hours long $15.00.

Services:

Tarot Card Reading with Senah Owens. Every Friday and Saturday
You can schedule through Truely Unique or by email at tarotbysenah@yahoo.com or drop in and wait for a space. She is also selling Gift Certificates for future readings.

Clearing and balancing your Chakras: Chakra Healing/Balancing
Every Friday afternoons with Darlene.
By appointment or walk-in. Tuning forks, crystals and/or Reiki energy are used to help clear and balance the energy of the 7 main chakras. A thirty minute session is $30.00.
Also available is a chakra oracle reading session that can focus on a specific chakra. Approximately 10 minutes for $5.00 per oracle card. Darlene is a Reiki master/teacher with a chakra certification and 30 years’ experience in healing energy. Email dcandrey@hotmail.com
or contact Truely Unique for an appointment.

Events coming soon!

Wizarding Weekend in Wilson sponsored by Casita Brewing Company and Wilson Arts.
July 28 thru July 30.

The Novel Nest Bookstore and Manic Creations, LLC presents to you,
Reading For Our Future.
Sponsored by and at Truely Unique.
Saturday, August 26, 2023
Noon to 6 PM
A back-to-school reading event for the youth here in Wilson.
We want to deliver something positive for this community in hopes of directing our youth towards other paths in life where they can thrive and be successful! We have a spectacular lineup for you! There will be hairstylists and barbers on set to give back to school cuts FREE of charge, donating their time and service to our children! We have FREE face painting for the kids as well as games and prizes! There will be raffles for the parents with awesome prizes. Including apparel from DumbRich! We have some amazing vendors serving you with some of their talented work! There is way too much to list!
If you are interested in being a vendor reach out!!
If you want to donate school supplies please drop them off at either store before the event.
If you want to volunteer please contact us.
We look forward to seeing you there! You’re not going to wanna miss it!

The Yearly project for you will continue in the fall.
But start it or continue throughout the summer. In January we had you make negativity box to write down all past negativity, hurt and anger and put it in the box. For February we had you looking for something that makes you happy. A moment in time to feel true happiness. March is for self-love. Make time in your life to thank yourself, to hug yourself, to feel good about something you have done. We often forget to pat our self on our own back for simple gesture or event. April we met for awakening and creating positive energy around yourself. September: we will embrace the passion of fire.

Moon
Full moon= June 3 3rd quarter= June 10 new moon= June 18 1st quarter June 26
The Full Strawberry Moon. Known to every Algonquin tribe. Europeans called it the Rose Moon.

Stones: Amethyst
Chakra Third Eye Chakra, Crown Chakra
Zodiac Virgo, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces
Planet Jupiter Element Air, Water Vibration 3
Typical colors Slightly-pinkish violet to a deep grape purple
Healing Increases nobility, Spiritual awareness, Psychic abilities, Inner peace and healing, of body, mind & soul, Positive transformation, meditation, balance, relieves stress, and Communication.
Amethyst is a variety of Quartz and is a 6th Anniversary gemstone.
Oil Pairings Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Lavender or Chamomile.
Goddess / Gods Artemis Greek Goddess of the Hunt, and Childbirth.

Saturday June 24, 2023
Summer Solstices/ Mid-Sommer
Also called: Summer Solstice, Litha, St. John’s Day
Colors: yellow, gold, rainbow colors
Tools: bonfires, Sun wheel, Earth circles of stone energy: partnership
Incense: Frankincense, dragons Blood, Sandalwood.
Stones and gems: jade, Green Garnet, Malachite, and Crystals.
Herbs: Mugwort, Mistletoe, Yarrow, Vervain, St. John’s Wort, Rue, Basil, Cinnamon, Mints, Lavender, Rosemary, Fennel, thyme, and Fennel. St. John’s Wort is to only bloom in this season. An extra blessing if it blooms on St. John’s Day
Goddesses: Mother Earth, Mother Nature
Gods: Father Sun/Sky, Oak King,
Rituals: community, career, relationships, Nature Spirit communion, planetary wellness
Customs: bonfires, processions, all-night vigil, singing, feasting, celebrating with others.

Herb of the Month: St John’s Wort

Medicinal: Anti-inflammatory, astringent, nervine, sedative, aids with stomach, blood, liver, & nerves. A good blood purifier, excellent to topical wounds & boils. Relieves stress and anxiety. May be used as a mild depressant. Prolonged use may lead to photosensitivity. Not with anti-depressants, HIV medicine

Spiritual: Health, protection, strength, love, divination, & happiness. When placed by the window, this herb will protect you from thunderbolts, fire & evil spirits. Make a protective amulet from the flowers. Flowers a few days after midsummer. Male, Sun, Fire.
Sales

All Jewelry 25% off

Statues are buy one get one ½ off (equal of lesser value)

Great for Fathers Day

All goblets, bells, and cauldrons 25% off

New Candles are in from Mystical Mysti Candles made in Selma NC.

We have African Orishas beads

More in-store sales throughout the month.

Supporting Businesses We work with and support. Many carries our products:
Supporting and visiting them supports us also.
3 Keys Conjure/Witchcraft Thrift Store. 650 Old Vanceboro Rd. New Bern NC 28560-8857
doctor_possum@yahoo.com
Dancing Moon at 1840 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC carries our teas and incense. https://www.dancingmoonraleigh.com/
The Dandelion at 307 N Berkeley Blvd Suite J, Goldsboro, NC https://gotothedandelion.com/
Create Your Dreams (https://createyourdreams.com/) Shares our news with all.
Your Herbal Health at Tar River Flea Market. 1820 S Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount. https://www.alignable.com/rocky-mount-nc/your-herb-health-the-tar-river-flea-market
Dharma’s Love (https://www.dharmaslove.com/) (Fuquay Varina)
Toad Song Farm https://www.facebook.com/toadsongfarm
Blended Family Farm https://www.facebook.com/people/Blended-Family-Farm-NC/100080928990297/
Wild Curiosities https://wildcuriosities94.com/
Mystical Mysti Candles 1024S. Pollock St, Selma NC. Mystical Mysti Candles – MYSTICAL MYSTI CANDLES
The Novel Nest Bookstore and Manic Creations, LLC. 120 Goldsboro St Wilson. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089859639534

One of our local artist, Ravens Fur made our “We are Truely Unique” Coffee Cups. This is our fund raiser for the year. Buying a cup or two will make great gifts as well as supporting one or more of our favorite community projects. They make great gifts.

Having a hard time getting to the store during regular hours? Remember; call and make an appointment 24 hours in advance and we will open for you.

Classes

Every Saturday starting April 29, 1 PM Truely Unique Herbal Course. 6 classes total.
Classes and a booklet with hands on training about everything you need to know about herbs. The course cost $130.00 for all of the classes. Each class takes 2 to 3 hours. With each class you get hands on training with making your own salve on the last night. You Must RSVP. A certificate will be presented on the last night. All supplies included. Payment options are available.

Friday May 5, 5PM: Meditation, Grounding and Centering Class: Learn a way for your brain to teach your body to relax and de-stress. Take this class for the first time, or a refresher to better your skills. Class is 2 hours long $15.00.

Sunday May 7. 11 AM to 4 PM: Reiki 2 with Reiki Master/Teacher Osvaldo Soto. This 6 hour course teaches you to be a Reiki Practitioner 2. You will learn all about distant healing, symbols, Chakra points, and more. You will get hands on training on how to use Reiki. This is a full class served with lunch. $130.00.

Friday May 19, at 7 PM we will embrace the passion of fire with the Yearly project for you. (Read above)

Saturday May 20, 4 PM to 5 PM: Spiritual Day Out: Free event. Socialize, discuss a variety of topics. Topic this month is: The power of crystals. If weather permits, we will be outside.

March 2023

Yearly project for you.
In January we had you make negativity box to write down all past negativity, hurt and anger and put it in the box. Please continue doing this all year but remember to burn the box at least every few months. We had a fire in February which around 20 people gathered and burnt those feelings to remove all the bad stuff out of your life. For February we had you looking for something that makes you happy. A moment in time to feel true happiness. Now continue this for every month.
For March is for self-love. Make time in your life to thank yourself, to hug yourself, to feel good about something you have done. We often forget to pat our self on our own back for simple gesture or event. Come to the new moon burning event on March 21 at 6:30 PM for a special poster for self- love. We will have free gifts for you.

Classes
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.
We will be open Friday nights while there is classes.

Candle Magick: Friday March 3, 6PM $15.00. After this class you will know many ways to make your candles do more, how to dress a candle and how to make it work better for you.

Blessing your home and workspace and saging yourself: Saturday March 4, 2PM $15.00. Hands on class on how to use sage, How to smudge yourself and objects, the types of sages and protective herbs, and the tools that can be used.

We will be at Wilson Renaissance Faire: March 10, 11, and 12.
Wilson Arts and Casita Brewing Company are partnering to bring Wilson and beyond the opportunity to be immersed in wonder and fantasy at Wilson’s very first and very own Renaissance Faire. If you ever wanted to be a maiden, princess, knight, wench, knight, wizard, Viking, or pirate – then this is your chance! There will be merriment and fun for the whole family with vendors, food, musicians and dancers, games, contests, and fight demonstrations!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2514217875397514/2514217888730846/?active_tab=about
https://wilsonarts.com/renfaire/?fbclid=IwAR3Kz5z6mZyoPYjbunnBytxmh3hxFODqbtU0DO4Uz6yVxiXOpVDfJGUmue4

Spiritual Night Out: Free event. Socialize, discuss a variety of topics. Topic this month is Altars. Friday, March 17, 6PM

Candle Magick: Saturday March 18, 2PM $15.00. After this class you will know many ways to make your candles do more, how to dress a candle and how to make it work better for you.

Burning of the negativity box on the Ostara/ new moon week, Self-love Bonfire (see above)
Tuesday, March 21 at 6:30 PM (weather permitting)

Introduction to Reiki: Sunday, April 2, 1 PM. With Reiki Master Osvaldo Soto. Learn the basics of Reiki and what it can do for you. This hour long course will answer all of your questions. $30.00, when you choose to take Reiki 1, you will receive $15.00 credit on Reiki 1. Limit 3 per class. This class is at 104 North Pender St Elm City.

Reiki 1, 2, 3 or Master/teacher course. With Reiki Master Osvaldo Soto. Talk to our sales associate to sign up for a class and give us what day would be best. The class is at least 7 hours long.

Every Saturday starting April 29, 1 PM Truely Unique Herbal Course. 7 classes total.
Classes and a booklet with hands on training about everything you need to know about herbs. The course cost $130.00 for all of the classes. Each class takes 2 to 3 hours. With each class you get hands on training with making your own salve on the last night. You Must RSVP. A certificate will be presented on the last night. Payment options are available.

Tarot Card Reading with Senah Owens Every Friday and Saturday
You can schedule through Truely Unique or by email at tarotbysenah@yahoo.com or drop in and wait for a space. She is also selling Gift Certificates for future readings.

We will host the Earth Day Festival on April 22
Sign up now for your booth. We are looking for volunteers to run some informational booths.
Free food, music, local artist. And more.

Highway 301 Giant Yard Sale June 16th and 17th

Moon
Full moon= march 7 3rd quarter= March 15 new moon= March 21 1st quarter March 29
First day of Spring/Ostara March 20th
Ostara represent new life, rebirth, and balance.
Where light takes over the darkness.

Eggs, butterflies, flowers, moons, rabbits and snakes rule this light. The youthful and virile Gods and Goddesses are busy preparing the worlds for this time. It is a time for the sun and moon, and fire is the ruling element.

Aquamarine, rose quartz, and moonstone are the stones for the season.

Collect crocus, daffodil, dandelions, Irish moss and other spring flowers.

Jasmine, ginger, hyssop, linden, dandelion, magnolia, lotus are wonderful scents to work with. Try them as the plant, or incense form.

Pastel colors such as blues, yellows, and pinks, all toward the light.

Pick up a good book on renewing your faith, join in on classes or join a study group or group to expand your sights.

Freshen up your alter with springtime adornments.

Natural Dyes for Eggs
(Sometimes it makes a darker egg if you boil the egg and the herb together.)
Yellow: Turmeric or Fenugreek
Orange: Paprika or Onion Skins
Red: Red Onion Skins or Cayenne
Violet: Grape Juice
Green: Carrot Tops or Nettles
Blue: Red Cabbage or Blueberries
Blue Violets: Beet Juice
A crayon allows you to write on the eggs.

Herb of the Month: Dill
Dill is an antispasmodic, antibacterial, expectorant, & stimulant. Good for colic and stomach ailments, relieves nausea. Strengthen fingernail by soaking them in a strong infusion of dill seed ten minutes a day.
Historically: In Anglo Saxon Times, this herb was a cure all from charms and to ward off diseases. (Elf Disease and Water Elf Disease.) Egyptian medical documents listed dill more than 5000 years ago. They used it to treat headaches.
Roman and Greeks grew dill in their gardens for food, medicinal, and perfumed incense.
Pliny and Dioscorides wrote of its calming powers and called this herb Anethon.
Dill was cultivated in the Palestine and many believed that it is the anise mentioned in the bible. Anglo Saxon’s called it Dylle and the Old Norse, Dilla both meaning “to lull”.
The Arch Bishop of Canterbury (Alfric) in the 10 century wrote about it. He thought it was to ward off charms and curses of witches. It was also used by witches and sorcerers.
Spiritual: Protection, (protects children) money, love, & lust. Place over your door to prevent evil from entering home. Make sachets for protecting your children. Adding dill to your bath water will make you irresistible. If eaten or smelled, will stimulate lust thoughts.
Smell dill to cure hiccups. Traditionally Dill was believed to have protective powers and to counteract any spells and curses.

Try Dill on any summer salad, especially well in potato salad, Potato soup or devil eggs. Grind drill and use as an alternative to salt.
Cucumber soup recipe
1 onion chopped fried with One-tablespoon garlic in a little olive oil
1 can chicken broth or 2 cubes chicken in water
Peel and cut up six cucumbers and 2 potatoes
Cook until soft.
Add
2-cup milk
Two table spoon corn starch or arrow root powder
Add curry, salt and pepper to taste (White pepper is great)
Bring it to a boil it will thicken stir often.
Sprinkle with crushed Dill or dill weed.

The Art of Divination a Tarot Project:

As a psychic shaman, a few years ago, I decided to use oracle and tarot decks for predicting future events for myself. This was month by month, at first. These past 3 years, changed to a year of 12 castings, saved in a journal with interpretations recorded.
One card, chosen, defines the question asked. It is best to choose a question concerning future probabilities. I use up to 4 with more detail at this point in my personal work. I advise beginners to go monthly at first.
Pull a card at the end of the month to ride the energies into the next one.
This provides a record that can be helpful to determine the level of accuracy as a reader.
I do recommend holding it privately, just like spell work. This is a way to accept what the Universe brings us to stop negativity and victimhood. We are using the tools of our Craft to support our paths. If more detail is needed, more cards can be pulled that month. The question one might ask for March: where do I need to focus in order to renew areas that I neglected?
If there is interest in this beyond this column, contact Truely Unique to request a class. Bene!
-Magic Mystic
The Plants Are Coming! The Plants Are Coming!

Mary will be bringing out plants from Toad Song Farm again this spring, but for one weekend only. She’ll be here on Friday and Saturday, April 14 & 15. You’ll be able to shop a selection of Mary’s great herbs and hanging baskets.
Because of the large selection of herbs growing in the greenhouse, and the desire to bring exactly what everyone wants,


Mary is offering pre-ordering this year. You’ll be able to pick up an order form and place your orders at Truely Unique. Mary will bring your plants with her on Friday, April 14.
We’ll give you a call once your order arrives so you can pick it up. Preorders must be finished and turned in by April 1 to give Mary the time to pull your plants and have them ready to bring out.

One of our local artist, Ravens Fur made our “We are Truely Unique” Coffee Cups. This is our fund raiser for the year. Buying a cup or two will make great gifts as well as supporting one or more of our favorite community projects. They make great gifts.

Having a hard time getting to the store during regular hours? Remember; call and make an appointment 24 hours in advance and we will open for you.