Merry Meet !
Here is your weekly update about exciting happenings in both the forum and the witchy world at large this week:
Upcoming Events 
Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on these one-day events!
[ [ Moon Phase: First Quarter Moon 
] ]
This week we will be blessed by the light of the First Quarter Moon. Although the exact time will vary by your location, expect to see this moon on Tuesday, February 8th .
The First Quarter Moon is an excellent time to take action regarding your deepest wishes and to address your biggest blockages. It is a great time for growth and self-healing .
From the Spells8 Moon Magick Guide to First Quarter Moon Magick
Looking for ideas for spells and rituals specific to the First Quarter Moon? Know that this special moon phase is part of the Waxing Cycle .
Check out the Waxing Moon Spell Page for more information including history, meanings, and a collection of spells and rituals that work in harmony with this part of the moon cycle
[ [ Group Ritual : Together with Your Coven 
] ]
Join in for a shared group ritual meditation and coven chat on Thursday, February 10th - this activity is open to all active coven members 
-
The group meditation ritual has step-by-step instructions that you can join in on your own schedule at any time during the day
-
If you’d like, there is a scheduled hour-long live Zoom chat to do the ritual as a group as well as meet and greet fellow coven members
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.
Please note that group rituals are hosted in A Sacred Space - you must be logged into your Spells8 account to access the ritual.
Don’t have an account yet? No worries! You can join Spells8 here
[ [ Freebie Friday 
] ]
Have a burning question on your mind? Seeking some guidance for how to best approach a problem? 
Now is your chance to find some answers, as the talented @MeganB is kindly offering free readings via tarot or oracle! 
Picture from Pexels
The next Freebie Friday post will be Friday, February 11th . For more information and to get an idea about what to expect, check out last week’s Freebie Friday 
[ [ Other Events of Interest 
] ]
A collection of curious (and perhaps conversation-starting!) events coming up this week that may or may not be witchy-related:
- Monday, February 7 - Rose Day
- Saturday, February 12 - Anniversary of the death of Wiccan author Gerald Gardner
- Sunday, February 13 - Start of the Nine-Day Parentalia Festival
Ongoing Activities 
These ongoing activities are open to enjoy whenever you’d like- join in anytime before their deadlines!
[ [ Weekly Witchy Challenge 
] ]
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: Catch-Up 
This challenge will close on Tuesday, February 8th at 7:00 AM EST (Eastern Standard Time)
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 the challenge here: Weekly Witchy Challenge - Catch-Up!
[ [ Spells8 Book Club 
] ]
Calling all book lovers! The next reading period for the Spells8 book club has now begun!
You can find more details and submit your book to read in the current thread: 
Spells8 Book Club XII (Jan 14 - Feb 11)
Please note that this reading period will end on Friday, February 11th .
More information about the book club and how to join can be found in Book Club F.A.Q and Introduction .
Happy Reading!
[ [ Your Daily Oracle 
] ]
Are you looking for a bit of higher guidance to help you out today? This collection of daily oracle card (as well as tarot and rune) readings is available for you to access and read thanks to the generosity of the coven 
Visit: February 2022 Oracle/Tarot/Rune Draws to enjoy a daily oracle message or share your own! 
Please note that this month’s oracle discussion will close on Monday, February 28 .
[ [ A Daily Dose of Inspiration 
] ]
Positive affirmations and uplifting inspirations can be found on the daily in this communal collection!
From quotes to sayings, poetry and more- here is the place to brighten up your day thanks to the words of the coven
Visit February 2022 Affirmations, Quotes, & Sayings to be inspired by the words of others- or share your own! 
Please be aware that this month’s discussion will close on Monday, February 28th .
[ [ Tending the Flame 
] ]
Stop by the fire and tend the flame with your coven- this ongoing discussion invites all to come in, relax, and pick up a bit of motivation and support for the day.
Share a picture of your own flames or simply enjoy the lights of the coven! 
Visit the discussion and Help Tend Brighid’s Flame
The Brigid Flametender discussion remains open throughout the year- please feel free to enjoy this activity as often as you’d like!
New Members 
Merry meet to all of the new members who have joined the forum over the past week!
@rachel23, @rachael9, @david8, @jared1, @april23, @destini, @sabrina1, @isabella1, @summer6, @tasha7, @serenity1, @crista, @tammie4, @christina29, @amy52, @charles1, @jennifer83, @rachel24, @danielle3, @bradee, @elisha2, @leah10, @lea2, @roberta1, @brenna1, @lakesia, @kaitlin5, @crystal32, @annabel, @lisa45, @PaulaJ, @courtney12, @lindsay, @jade8, @rachel25, @tonya7, @angel16, @unicorn, @jess3, @charity5, @kucsera, @brittany1, @regina3, @josephine1, @mark4, @mary74, @nate1, @kayla21, @rachel26, @jennifer84, @gary1, @tiffany31, @charlene2, @mckenzie1, @shaquita4, @gloria3, @sampath, @lakshmi, @essentialoilsbykate, @ashlei, @SoapboxFox, @gena, @ashley52, @tina13, @collin, @stuart, @rachel27, @Denise36, @honey, @ave, @WitchingWell, @steven3, @veronica8, @sandra9, @jinx, @tera2, @lisa46, @courtney13, @eviana
If you haven’t done so already, please feel free to say hello to your new coven by creating a new topic in the Introductions Category . 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 
-
Bravo to @triplemoonlove9091 for sharing the most posts, on a two-week streak!
Thank you so much for all of the energy and enthusiasm you bring, you are a blessing! 
-
Lots of love back to @CelestiaMoon for giving out the most hearts over the past seven days!
For all the love and kindness you spread, may it return to you three-fold!
Note : Those who have received shout-outs for three weeks in a row are awarded the MMM badge . They will not be counted in shout-outs again for a two-month rest period.
And of course, wishing 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. Thanks for being here!
Picture from Pixabay
Did you have a blessed Sabbat? Will you be drawing on the energy of the First Quarter Moon this week?
Whether it’s magickal or mundane, feel free to share your current happenings or give a shout-out to your fellow coven members in the comments below!
Blessed be! 
So it’s back to the ID doctor for special antibiotics. At least it’s not a bad infection. They just need to clean it up before they do the next step to fixing me which is a skin graft. Hopefully, it will clear up quickly. And I can videoconference her instead of going to the office.
