"Where Did You Here About Those From?" "...goblins."- Talking About Chocolate Rocks With My Mom

Reblog if you're black tumblr.

You don’t have to be black, it just means you support us, you stand by us and you’re for us.

Concept:

We go foraging together. Every mushroom, berry, and other forest delight that we find is gentley placed in a wicker basket. You get super excited when you find ramps. It’s cute. I laugh.

Hera Offerings

"Hera is the Olympian queen of the gods, and the goddess of marriage, women, the sky and the stars of heaven."

Large Altars:

Honey

Breads, grains, homemade sweets

Pomegranates

Fruits

Milk

Wine

Pure water

Flowers such as lilies, poppies, irises, white roses, and waterlilies

White flower arrangements

Peacock paintings, statues, or peacock patterns

Cow paintings, statues, or cow print patterns

Cuckoo bird art or statues

Cuckoo clocks

Incense such as rose, iris, myrrh, civet, jasmine, and patchouli

White, royal blue, purple, dark green, grey, and silver candles

Diadem (crowns)

Throne imagery

Framed family photos

Small/hidden Altars:

Chocolate

Pomegranate seeds

Fake white flowers

Peacock feathers

Peacock jewlery

Cuckoo feathers

Snail or hermit crab shells

Cow jewlery

Cow print items

Toy peacocks or cows

Gemstones such as pearls, garnets, citrine, amber, diamonds, and star sapphires

Perfumes

Silver and gold jewelry (especially rings)

White or gold rose petals

Golden roses

Art that you've created, especially if it is art of Her

Poems written for Her

Any crafts you've made

Stories that you've written

Photos of your S.O. and/or children

Devotional Acts:

If you have a romantic partner surprise them with breakfast in bed, a movie, a massage, booking a romantic retreat for the two of you, etc.

Do housework and keep your home clean

Make a playlist of songs that remind you of Her

Spend time with those you care about and listen to what they have to say

Try to help others

Be kind to children

Reminisce by looking at old photos on your phone or photographs around your house

Set time aside in your schedule just for your S.O., children, family, friends, etc.

Turn your bathroom into a spa!

Take a long bath with bubbles, soaks, music, candles, wine, etc.

Don't be afraid to speak your mind and let others know what you want and don't want

Donate and support domestic abuse victims

Donate a dress to organizations like Brides for a Cause or Brides Against Breast Cancer or donate to help fund someone's wedding/wedding dress

Donate and support charities that help aid in ending child hunger

Take care of yourself, your mental health, and treat yourself to something you want

Pray to Her and talk with Her about what's going on in your life, any crushes you have, your romantic partner/s, past relationships, children, etc.

Sources:

https://vocal.media/futurism/ways-of-worship-hera

https://occult-world.com/hera/

https://goddessgift.com/goddess-info/meet-the-goddesses/hera/hera-activities/

Artwork from Smite

Ok but have you tried to spell stomach, its impossible, I'd rather look cute than look like an idiot

if you say "tummy/sleepy" instead of "stomach/tired" you are infact ,,,,baby.

create mod tangotek, maybe?

oki. i like that gif where he gets hit by a train

Dan Hays Colorado Snow Effect 4 (with detail) 2007, oil on canvas

Hades Offerings

"Haides (Hades) is the king of the underworld and God of the dead."

Large Altars:

Sweet dark red wine

Strong, dark whiskey

Black coffee

Black tea

Peppermint tea

Honey

Dark chocolate

Rich meats (like lamb)

Sharp cheeses

Breads or cakes

Pomegranates/pomegranate seeds

Apples

Statues or art of Cerberus

Art or statues of Him

Black, gold, and/or silver candles

Cypress, amber, pomegranate, and/or winter scents

Helmets, imagery or otherwise

Drinking horns

Scepters

Small/Hidden Altars:

Mint

Peppermint

Poppy seeds

Black narcissus

Cypress tree leaves or bark

Thyme

Rosemary

Coins

Garnets

Black gemstones (onyx, black tourmaline, jet, black obsidian, and hematite)

Any stones or metals

Small fossils

Keys

Art drawn of Him or for Him

Art of Cerberus or black dogs in general

Shedded snake skin

Owl or vulture feathers

Narutally shed fur from a black dog

Naturally collected animal bones

Writings, such as poetry or prayers for Him

Devotional Acts:

For chthonic deities, liquid offerings are usually poured out onto the ground or down the drain and food offerings are usually buried or thrown away; however He will understand if you aren't able to waste food or drink

Donate to those who can't afford to hold a funeral

Donate to suicide prevention organizations

Donate dog food/toys/blankets to animal shelters

Volunteer to walk/play with dogs

Keep a budget/save your money and spend it wisely

Honor the dead

Learn more about your own ancestors

Learn about Him, His history and symbolism

Learn about other religions' funeral rites

Visit cemeteries

Clean up litter in cemeteries

Visit and tour caves

Visit caves that let you mine for gems or fossils

Make a playlist for Him and sing along to the songs (if they have lyrics)

Practice and learn death magic

Learn about and work with spirits

Tend to a garden or grow indoor plants and herbs

Wear the color black or muted colors, veil your hair (or wear a headband), wear silver or gold metallic jewelry, etc.

Sources:

Artwork from the game Hades by Supergiant Games

https://occult-world.com/hades/

https://vocal.media/futurism/ways-of-worship-hades

https://www.theoi.com/Khthonios/Haides.html

https://aminoapps.com/c/pagans-witches/amp/blog/hades-devotions-divinedevotions-owc/o3Pw_4vDhduD6D5ogEZ83rrJPJY367RWKG3

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Magical Resources On Youtube

1. "Witch, Please!"

Official website: www.witchplease.com

This is a channel that combines teachings from Wicca, Voodoo, Santeria, Witchcraft and Hoodoo. The host Odin is absolutely delightful, I dare say he has a "sparkling" personality. I would highly recommend checking out the video series Odin put out on incense resins.

Youtube channel:

https://youtube.com/c/WitchPlease

2. "Magical Crafting"

An arts & crafts show for witches featuring recipes from the Book Of Shadows of the channel creator. These videos feature a variety of DIY magical tools & items projects. The host speaks with a voice so calming that these videos can be used for relaxation.

Youtube channel:

https://youtube.com/c/MagicalCrafting

3. "Sancista Brujo Luis"

Luis is a Brujo (male witch) from Puerto Rico, his channel is about Puerto Rican folk magick and spellcraft. This man has an immense knowledge of many magical herbs and plants and talks about interesting traditional & spiritual practices in his videos. Luis has a very friendly, warm personality and a lovely voice.

Youtube channel:

https://youtube.com/c/SANCISTABRUJOLUIS

4. "Aquarian Soul"

This channel is about how to make different magical oils, floor washes, beauty recipes and things of that sort. If you're a big fan of learning how to make witchy recipes chances are you'll enjoy "Aquarian Soul".

Youtube channel:

https://youtube.com/c/AquarianSoul

5. "Conjured Cardea"

Official website:

Conjuredcardea.com

Mama Sarah is an excellent spiritual supply shop owner who creates YouTube videos to discuss the basic fundamentals of root & spirit work. I've used some items from her shop and can say she definitely knows what she's talking about if her work is anything to go by. She has an inviting, motherly personality.

Youtube channel:

https://youtube.com/c/ConjuredCardea

6. "The Lady Grave Dancer"

Official website:

https://www.bindingwitches.com/

Lady Grave Dancer has a lot of magical recipes available on her channel as well as several how-to videos on casting spells. Out of all of her work my favorite are the videos on the bath products playlist. The host is very down-to-earth and has a fun aunt vibe.

Youtube channel:

https://youtube.com/user/TheLadygravedancer

7. "Black Witch Coven"

Official website:

Blackwitchcoven.com

If you're more interested in exploring the darker side of occultism and magick this is a channel for you. "Black Witch Coven" doesn't shy away from discussing dark magick such as methods for summoning demons or casting vicious hexes. The main host Savannah is pleasant on the eyes and nice enough but it's pretty obvious she's a woman not to be messed with.

https://youtube.com/c/Blackwitchcoven

8. "The Glamour Witch"

Official website:

Theglamourwitch.com

Alexis Nichole Jackson is a songwriter and creator of a bunch of helpful witchcraft videos for YouTube. She has a no-nonsense personality and says it like it is. I would strongly suggest watching her love magick and money magick playlists.

Youtube channel:

https://youtube.com/user/Ajay234567890

-Zwahk Muchoney (Image from Unsplash.com)