Snow Magick

For many of you, Spring is fast approaching and the greenery is on the rise. Beautiful spring flowers are blooming. The birds are chirping. Nature is full of life and rebirth. However, if you are like us and live in the Carson Valley, you just got a sh#! ton of snow! This is not a bad thing in the slightest, as it gives us yet another chance to do some Snow Magick!

Now is the perfect time to take advantage of snow's natural properties, and try to work those energies into your magickal endeavors. Personally, when I look at snow I think of white, purity, and cleansing; but also nourishment as it will soon melt and water the Earth.

When it snows it is a great time to do some magick!

As a parent I always try to make sure that I get my kids involved as much as possible. This isn't as difficult as some might think, as I believe kids can be more perceptive to magick than adults can at times.

Today, I feel as though the snow couldn't have come at a better time, as one of my girls had a nightmare last night, and my son has been having difficulty sleeping. So...We decided to make snowballs. Not just any snowballs, but snowballs full of our magickal intent. My 6 year old, Abby; who had the nightmare had thought about her bad dream while making her snowball. All of the negative feelings and thoughts she had got put into the snowball. 

The same goes for my son Alex, who is 9. He thought about how he hasn't been able to sleep well, all the things that have been keeping him up, those thoughts that seem to race only when you are lying in bed. He balled up all of those feelings and thoughts as well.

 Once they did that, we throw the balls as far as we can, releasing all of the negative energy with it.

This can also be used in trying to break bad habits, and getting rid of any negative energy in general. And of course once we were finished with that a snowball fight had to ensue. It wouldn't be a snow day without one.

Another great way to incorporate snow into your magick is by building a snowman, but not just any snowman. Turn your snowman into a magickal poppet. Build him or her near the entryway of your home or property. They will be the guardian of your home and any family or friends that might come over. To enhance your magickal intent, you can add any stones, herbs, or even attire that you feel will increase your guardians capabilities. 

Gems have different energies and meanings, and snow quartz is no exception. They are often associated with fulfillment of hopes and dreams. Why not use actual snow instead of crystals in your workings related to wishes and dreams?

Another way you can do a bit of snow magick is if you have someone bothering you, who won't leave you alone. A bully of sorts. (I absolutely despise bullies) Try writing their name on a piece of paper, fold it up and pack a snowball around it. Put that snowball in a ziploc bag in the freezer and leave it there until that person "Chills out" so to say.

If for any reason you are in no need to do any sort of spell work or magick, its always nice to just go for a beautiful snowy walk. Go out into woods and just walk through the snow. Enjoy the magick of the snow falling around you. Enjoy the silence. It has been said that those who go out on walks on snowy days get messages from the Divine. I would assume this is due to the fact that you are more likely to hear the gods when it's quiet, and you are away from the busy hustle and bustle of our everyday lives.

If you are like me, and love candles you could try making your own snow or ice candles. I have yet to do this, but really want to. paganwiccan.about.com has an excellent article on this! They gear it more toward Imbolc, which is the day of candles and light, but I'm sure you could incorporate these at any time. What's great about them is you are able to put into them whatever magickal intent you want, while incorporating scents, colors, and even the shape you would like.

Now that you have a few ways to incorporate your magickal workings into snow, get out there and make some Magick! Also, if any of you out there have any snow magick of your own that you would like to share, please comment below. We would love to hear from you!

May your light shine so brightly upon others that they too want to be a beacon unto the world!

~Luminessa