Greetings and Merry Meet Monday to all!
Upcoming Events 
Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on these events!
[ [ Moon Phase: Full Moon 
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Depending on your location, you will be blessed by the light of this moon phase tonight- Tuesday, December 29th
You can find current moon information for your location as well as complementary spells and rituals to draw on its energy on the Spells8 Lunar Spell Page 
The full moon is a celebrated time where the energy of the moon is at it’s most powerful. Now is a wonderful time to charge, cleanse, and absorb the potent energies of the moon. For inspiration, visit What to Do During the Full Moon 
The December Full Moon is called The Cold Moon and is tied to the energy of Yule and the Winter Solstice. This is a wonderful time to work magic of rebirth and renewal- check out the Cold Moon Ritual and Spell for more information and ideas:
You can learn more about the unique meaning of each full moon in What’s in a Full Moon Name?
[ [ Group Ritual- New Year’s Eve ] ]
Join in for an extra special shared group ritual on Thursday, December 31st - this activity is open to all members of the forum!
View the details and join in here: (Group Ritual - Dec 31) 
New Year’s Group Ritual
Group meditation rituals and conversations are held every Thursday. Feel free to visit a previous ritual post to get an idea about what to expect 
[ [ Other Events of Interest 
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Some other non-witchy but interesting (and perhaps conversation-starting!) events coming up this week:
- Wednesday, December 30th - Bacon Day
- Friday, January 1st - Hangover Day
- Sunday, January 3rd - Festival of Sleep Day
Ongoing Activities 
[ [ Weekly Witchy Challenge 
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Every week, a challenge is presented to all members of the forum to explore new areas of magick and bring out the best of everyone’s diverse talents.
The theme for this week is: Of Goals and Intent 
This challenge will close Tuesday, January 5th at 7:00 AM CET (Central European Time Zone)
After this time a Props and Presents post will appear to give recognition and prizes to all participants 
And as always, a brand new challenge will arrive on Wednesday for all challenge enthusiasts.
Are you ready? Join in the challenge here: Weekly Witchy Challenge- Of Goals and Intent
[ [ Divination Discussion 
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Ready to put your divination skills to the test? Hoping for feedback on your readings? Join in for this week’s Divination Discussion to gain new insights and experience different methods of divination
Ready to put your skills to the test? You can divine here: Divination Discussion 
Let’s get cheerful!
Be sure to get your entry in by the deadline: Wednesday, December 30th .
[ [ Spells8 Book Club 
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Calling all book lovers! A reading period for the Spells8 book club is now in session !
You can find more details and are welcome to submit your book in the current thread: 
Spells8 Book Club III (Dec 18 - Jan 15)
Please note that this reading period will end on Friday, January 15th!
More information about the book club and how to join can be found in Book Club F.AQ and Introduction.
Happy Reading!
New Members 
A very warm welcome and merry meet to all of the new members who have joined the forum over the past week:
@ida, @kalina, @katy, @michelle19, @crystal13, @boy1, @melissa11, @zoeyyy, @carolyn2, @kimberly20, @cordarius, @danyell, @taylor11, @Lawpupk9, @heather24, @dqavius3, @konchok1, @joseph3, @sian1, @tanyeal, @vanessa3, @lurrisa, @jacquelyn1, @happiesunshine, @kerri2, @nicole20, @melrah1, @aaron, @renee4, @vincent1, @taquayla, @james6, @mariam1, @stephanie22, @nasx, @sheri, @michelle20, @reza, @jessica39, @sarah22, @amber18, @allison5, @alissa-maya, @kendrick, @jenna3, @emily13, @ida1, @chelsea8, @migeria, @tania1, @pamela9
If you haven’t done so already, feel free to go to Introductions and create your first post. Consider sharing a bit about who you are and your journey into practicing magick
We would all love to give you a warm welcome to the forum family!
Special Shout Outs 
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A hearty congrats to @praecog29 for liking the most posts in the forum
The kindness and joy you spread are appreciated- we are blessed by your warm heart and generous spirit! 
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Very well done to @Susurrus, on a three-week-streak of sharing the most posts in the forum
Your thoughtful comments and lovely crafts are always a delight to see- thank you for sharing inspiration!
After a four-week streak at the top of the likes pedestal, @praecog29 will receive a special title and badge for their wonderful contributions to the forums- woohoo!
Note : The likes and posts of those who have won the MMM badge will be counted towards the weekly tally again after a two month rest period.
And I can’t forget a very hearty thank you to all members of the Spells8 coven! Your contributions and love help to make this a welcoming and supportive place for solitary witches all around the world- you are all wonderful
The holiday season is in full swing, and we will enter a new year blessed by the light of the Full Cold Moon- what exciting things are waiting for you in the coming days? 
Give a shout to your fellow coven members and share what’s on your mind in the comments below!
Turn the calendar page and leave this year behind- may the coming days be a time of rebirth and new blessings for you and those you hold dear
Happy New Year and Blessed Be! 
Sorry to hear about the construction and renovation- what is it about winter that makes everyone want to build? The last few weeks up to the holidays have been non-stop construction in the streets out front and behind my place too. I would have thought that the frozen winter grounds are the worst time to be digging, but alas! They are out there in full force building away 
) can have your peace, quiet, and privacy again very soon 
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candle magic is on tap. Tomorrow night I am seeing a close friend because we won’t be able to be together for New Year’s Eve. New Year’s Eve is going to be far more quiet here than normal due to the pandemic. 
We still have a friend coming over and we’re planning on some good food and games while watching the performances on TV and the ball drop. 
I also plan on catching Australia’s fireworks 
show live via YouTube.
I’m glad to hear the week is off to a good start and you are feeling good!
Enjoy the beautiful Full Moon 
Things are busy with both work and New Year’s prep at my place- keeping me on my toes! I’ve got my cinnamon ready for the NYE ritual tomorrow and I’m considering a bath ritual as well to cleanse for the new year. I just need to find the time! 
