Wishing everyone a very Merry Meet Monday ! 
Here’s a peek at forum happenings this week.
Upcoming Events 
Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on these events!
[ [ Moon Phase: New Moon 
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We will be blessed by the presence of the New Moon (sometimes called the Dark Moon) tomorrow Tuesday, May 10th - although the exact time will vary according to your location.
The New Moon Spells and Rituals Page has more information and a list of recommended spells for this special time
You can find current moon information for your home as well as complementary spells and rituals to draw on its energy on the Spells8 Lunar Spell Page
[ [ Group Ritual- Together with the Coven 
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Join in for a shared group ritual and tea meditation on Thursday, May 13th - this activity is open to all members of the forum! 
Group meditation rituals and conversations are held every Thursday. Feel free to visit last week’s group ritual to get an idea about what to expect, and look for an announcement on the main page of the forum for details about this week’s group ritual 
[ [ Freebie Friday 
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Have a burning question on your mind? Seeking some guidance? Now is your chance to find some answers, as the lovely @MeganB is kindly offering free readings for coven members via tarot or pendulum! 
The next Freebie Friday post will be Friday, May 14th . You can find more information and get an idea about what to expect in last week’s post .
[ [ Other Events of Interest 
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Some other non-witchy but interesting (and perhaps conversation-starting!) events coming up this week:
- Tuesday, May 11 - Eat What You Want Day
- Wednesday, May 12 - Limerick Day
- Sunday, May 16 - Love a Tree Day
Look ahead at more upcoming events in the Spells8 2021 Pagan Holiday and Wiccan Calendar
Ongoing Activities 
These are current activities that can be joined any time before their deadlines
[ [ 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: From the Shadows 
This challenge will close Tuesday, May 11th 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 - From the Shadows
[ [ Energy Exchange Circle ] ]
Do you have a little extra love to share and are looking for ways to help out a fellow coven member? Or perhaps you’ve fallen on hard times and could use some positive vibes your way?
The Energy Exchange Circle is run by the warmhearted @praecog29 and is a great way to support and show love to coven members going through hard times. To do a good deed and show you care, consider leaving a note of support in the current thread:
More information about the coven’s wholesome energy exchange can be found in the Energy Exchange Circle 2021 Wiki .
Thanks for spreading the love! 
New Members 
A very warm welcome and merry meet to all of the new members who have joined the forum over the past week:
@noathamsanqa, @zen, @anastasiya, @jonathan2, @lisa33, @tanya8, @madeline2, @jennifer50, @christian1, @aly, @adrienne1, @francesca, @jennifer51, @beatrice, @eliza, @kelvin, @katie10, @katie11, @heather30, @morgan8, @kelli3, @margaret2, @travis, @macayla, @Katy_Mysticsens, @toader, @celeste1, @trevor, @judy4, @alaina1, @mio, @louise, @melissa13, @Watchingshadows53, @kellee, @samantha29, @tami1, @joahna, @xanielle, @tabitha1, @ECHO_1, @kay, @leah5, @megan13, @jessica53, @ramone, @monica4, @shannon11, @cynthia9, @taylor16, @kara15, @amanda38, @daniel6, @richard5, @StephiJo_Witchn, @penelope1, @johanna1, @jennifer52, @azzurra
If you haven’t done so already, please go to Introductions and say hello to your new coven by creating 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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Bravo to @Christina4 for sharing the most posts in the forum over the last seven days!
You are a fountain of wisdom and bring such positivity with your affirmations- thanks for all that you do 
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Hooray to @Amethyst for giving the most hearts in the forum, on a four-week streak!
A little love goes a long way, and you have shared so much kindness with the forum- three cheers to you for being so awesome
After a four-week streak at the top of the likes pedestal, @Amethyst 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 of course 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
Peering into the future- what excitement, magickal or mundane, is headed your way in the coming days?
Give a shout to your fellow coven members and share what’s on your mind in the comments below!
May the winds of May blow in prosperity as the springtime sun shines joyfully on you and all those you hold dear
Blessed be! 
you can do the four week streak!! I’m rooting for you!!! 
I do always look forward to your posts 
I’m so excited to have us all together 
Have good one! 
Wishing you the best of luck with your 2nd shot and your projects this week. Are you planning any more resin work? Enjoy! 
Wishing you a good and productive week- taking time to take care of yourself is a great plan! Good luck with that 2ns shot, and enjoy the courses if you have a chance to jump back into them 
I hope you enjoy your spellwork, resin work (if you feel the urge to jump back into it!), and that you will get some lovely springtime sunshine 
Enjoy!
here she is 
on that though? She makes cooking apples every year