Lammas, also known as Lughnasadh, is a pagan ritual that falls on August 1st and marks the beginning of the harvest season in many pagan traditions. It is a celebration of the first fruits of the Earth and a time to give thanks for the abundance of the land. The origin of Lammas can be traced back to ancient Celtic traditions, where it was celebrated as a festival honoring the god Lugh, who was associated with the sun and the harvest. It was a time of community gathering, feasting, and offering gratitude for the bountiful crops. During Lammas, pagans typically engage in various rituals and activities to honor the harvest. Some may create elaborate altars adorned with summer fruits, grains, and flowers as offerings to the Earth and the gods.
Honestly, Gwyn thought so!
Was Gwyn s the only spell that had this deeply cool locomotion effect, and therefore they should all be thanking her and telling her what a badass witch she was instead of saying things like Make it stop. Comedic chaos rules the day, with plenty of laughs overlaying just a touch of introspection as the exes realize how much they still mean to each other.
Some may create elaborate altars adorned with summer fruits, grains, and flowers as offerings to the Earth and the gods. Others may participate in communal harvest ceremonies and processions, often accompanied by music, songs, and dancing. One common ritual during Lammas is the baking of the first loaf of bread made from the newly harvested grain.
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Sometimes magic is as simple as an unexpected kiss as two rival shop owners soon find out in this bewitching rom-com.
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Gwyn Jones is perfectly happy with her life in Graves Glen. She, her mom, and her cousin have formed a new and powerful coven; she’s running a successful witchcraft shop, Something Wicked; and she’s started mentoring some of the younger witches in town. As Halloween approaches, there’s only one problem—Llewellyn “Wells” Penhallow.
Wells has come to Graves Glen to re-establish his family’s connection to the town they founded as well as to make a new life for himself after years of being the dutiful son in Wales. When he opens up a shop of his own, Penhallow’s, just across the street from Something Wicked, he quickly learns he’s gotten more than he bargained for in going up against Gwyn.
When their professional competition leads to a very personal—and very hot—kiss, both Wells and Gwyn are determined to stay away from each other, convinced the kiss was just a magical fluke. But when a mysterious new coven of witches come to town and Gwyn’s powers begin fading, she and Wells must work together to figure out just what these new witches want and how to restore Gwyn’s magic before it’s too late.
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PROLOGUE
Thirteen Years Ago, Penhaven College . . .Given that the spell had been “Turn this leaf into something else,” and Gwynnevere Jones had indeed turned that leaf into something else, it seemed extremely unfair that everyone was now screaming at her.
Okay, so it was less that they were screaming at her, more they were just screaming in general, and yes, all right, maybe the leaf now resembled some kind of small dinosaur with very pointy teeth currently clamped around the toe of her professor’s pointy boot, but had the spell been specific?
Had everyone else made completely boring shit like a pen or a slightly bigger leaf?
Was Gwyn’s the only spell that had this deeply cool locomotion effect, and therefore they should all be thanking her and telling her what a badass witch she was instead of saying things like “Make it stop!” and “What the fuck?”
Honestly, Gwyn thought so!
This, she thought as she once again tried to gather enough power to turn her bitey creature back into an oak leaf, is why I didn’t even want to come here.
Penhaven College in Graves Glen, Georgia, taught both regular students and witches, the witchcraft classes secretive and hidden from everyone else who just thought the kids who went to those weirder buildings on campus were pursuing esoteric degrees in Folklore or something. Advanced Hedge Making, maybe.
Gwyn had grown up in Graves Glen, but it had never occurred to her she’d actually be sent to Penhaven. Her mom was cooler than that, she’d thought, way less traditional than most witches—or moms for that matter—and Gwyn had assumed she’d end up at some normie school, drinking beer in red Solo cups and practicing magic on her own.
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Greer Macallister
Author, The Arctic Fury
A breezy new read for Spooky Season from the author of The Ex Hex? Yes, please! Erin Sterling delivers another bewitching romance set in the delightful fictional hamlet of Graves Glen, Georgia—a kind of southern Salem where tourists gobble up magic-themed kitsch and real witches keep their powers on the down low. Readers of The Ex Hex will enjoy the deeper dive into the town’s rearranged power structure (and updates on Ex’s love story), but first-time Sterling readers won’t miss a beat.
Gwyn Jones runs a beloved local shop, Something Wicked, selling magic-adjacent trinkets to the general public and unofficially mentors a handful of young witches from the local witch college, Penhaven. Then brooding, bearded Wells Penhallow—who Gwyn not-so-fondly remembers from their own days at Penhaven—sweeps into town and sets up a competing shop across the street. Sparks (and glitter) fly, family rivalries clash, and long-held grudges give way to flirtation and more. It’s a bit like You’ve Got Mail, if Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan were sexy witches who consummate their attraction in the bed of a pickup truck.
Reading The Kiss Curse will definitely have you in a magical mood. The sinister plots and sizzling chemistry make for an alchemical combination that once again produces gold.
This loaf, known as the "Lammas loaf," serves as a representation of the harvest and is often shared among the community as a symbol of unity and abundance. Additionally, Lammas is a time for divination and seeking guidance for the upcoming months. Pagans may perform rituals to connect with the natural forces and spirits, offering prayers and seeking blessings for a successful harvest season and protection from any potential hardships. Overall, Lammas is a time of joy and gratitude for the Earth's bounty and a reminder of the interconnectedness between humans, nature, and the cycles of life. Through rituals and celebrations, pagans honor the gifts of the land and express their appreciation for the sustenance it provides. It is a time to reflect on the importance of the harvest and the significance of community in sharing and preserving the abundance of the Earth..
Reviews for "Lammas Rituals for Honoring the Divine Feminine"
1. Sarah - 1 star
I attended the Lammas pagan ritual and it was a complete letdown. The event promised an immersive and transformative experience, but all I got was a bunch of people standing around in a field, chanting and dancing awkwardly. The organizers lacked any sense of direction or structure, and it felt more like a disorganized hippie gathering than a meaningful spiritual ceremony. I left feeling disappointed and unfulfilled.
2. Mark - 2 stars
I had high hopes for the Lammas pagan ritual, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The whole event lacked focus and purpose. It felt more like a group of individuals trying to show off their knowledge of pagan traditions rather than coming together to celebrate and connect with nature. The rituals were poorly explained, and I found it hard to engage with the activities. It was a missed opportunity for a truly transformative experience.
3. Emily - 1 star
The Lammas pagan ritual was a chaotic mess. There seemed to be no effort put into organizing or planning the event. The rituals were confusing and poorly executed, leaving me feeling disconnected and disinterested. The whole experience felt forced, and it seemed like the organizers were more interested in creating a spectacle than creating a meaningful spiritual experience. I would not recommend attending this ritual if you're looking for a genuine and well-structured pagan gathering.