Wiccan rituals and observances are an integral part of the Wiccan religion, also known as Witchcraft. Wicca is a modern Pagan religious movement that dates back to the mid-20th century. It is rooted in ancient European traditions, particularly Celtic and Nordic beliefs. Wiccans believe in the worship of a Goddess and a God, representative of the feminine and masculine energies of the universe. They also revere nature and believe in the interconnectedness of all living beings. Wiccan rituals and observances serve as a means to connect with these deities and nature.

She's far from ordinary

Don't call her "Felicity": Keri Russell has moved on. Although the young actress remains fond of the TV series that brought her fame and a Golden Globe Award, she followed it by taking some time off from acting. She has returned by doing a variety of projects, one being "The Magic of Ordinary Days," a new Hallmark Hall of Fame movie CBS airs Sunday.

Based on an Ann Howard Creel book, the gentle, devoutly old-fashioned World War II-era drama casts Russell as pregnant and unwed Livy. Left by her forthcoming child's father, a soldier who may or may not return to her, she is sent to a small Colorado town and into an arranged marriage to a total stranger, physically and emotionally isolated farmer Ray (Skeet Ulrich, "As Good as It Gets").

Wed as soon as she arrives, the couple struggle to fashion a livable relationship, but they don't have much in common. While Ray's sister (Emmy winner Mare Winningham) does what she can to bring them closer, Livy's thirst for knowledge often clashes with Ray's contentment with his immediate environs. Livy's friendship with two Japanese-American women (Tania Gunadi, Gwendoline Yeo) from a nearby internment camp adds more complications.

"It's so sweet and simple," Russell says of the film. "I loved the idea that it was a 1940s story, and I thought the character was pretty good. It came at a time when I was ready to work." It also offered the bonus of Ulrich as a leading man, since Russell explains, "For me, it's not necessarily just about what it is, but also who else is involved. That's sometimes why you do things. You learn from others or make lasting relationships, and if he was going to be a drag, I wouldn't have wanted to do it.

"The whole film is about these two people falling in love, and as I worked with Skeet, I kept thinking, 'You remind me of me.' We come from similar backgrounds. He had taken a few years off from work, too, to raise his kids. This was also one of the first things he did coming back into the business, so I think it was a good thing for both of us." Russell also was pleased with another co-star: "I love Mare Winningham! I mean, who doesn't? She is just the coolest person ever. The people on this couldn't have been better."

The wardrobe had its rewards, too. "We had many different stages of 'pregnancy bellies,' " Russell muses. "We shot this in the spring and early summer last year in Calgary, where the weather is crazy. It'll be 70 degrees, then within an hour, it'll start snowing. It just changes on a dime. It was cold most of the time, so the pregnancy pads actually kept me warm. It was like having a big pillow on your stomach."

Russell has done audio commentaries for the final-season DVD set of "Felicity," due in stores March 8. "I loved my experience on that show very much," she says. "Some of those people are still among my best friends, but I was really burnt out. I needed to just check out for a little bit. It's a lot of responsibility, being the lead character in a series. There wasn't a lot of sharing, especially in terms of the schedule, which was 18 hours a day, five days a week. I wanted to live my 20s a bit."

To do so, Russell relocated from the West Coast to New York, where several of her girlfriends already resided. "I wasn't even sure I wanted to act anymore," she says. "I just picked up and took a few boxes of books, my mattresses and my cats with me. It was the best thing I could have done."

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Wiccan rituals and observances serve as a means to connect with these deities and nature. One of the most well-known Wiccan rituals is the Sabbat, which are seasonal celebrations that mark the changes in the natural world. There are eight Sabbats in a Wiccan year, divided into two categories: the Greater Sabbats and the Lesser Sabbats.

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The Greater Sabbats are observed on the solstices and equinoxes, while the Lesser Sabbats are celebrated on the points between them. During these Sabbats, Wiccans gather in groups called covens or practice individually to honor and connect with the divine energies present in nature. They may perform rituals such as outdoor ceremonies, bonfires, chanting, dancing, and spellwork. Each Sabbat has its own specific themes and rituals, corresponding to the time of year and the natural cycle. Apart from the Sabbats, Wiccans also observe Esbats, which are rituals held during the phases of the moon. The moon is considered a powerful symbol of the Goddess in Wicca, and Esbats provide an opportunity for Wiccans to align their energy with the lunar cycle. These rituals may include meditation, divination, and spellcasting. In addition to the seasonal and lunar rituals, Wiccans also engage in spellwork and spellcasting as a part of their daily spiritual practice. Spells are seen as a means to manifest desires, seek guidance, and protect oneself and others. These spells can be performed individually or as a part of a group ritual. Ultimately, Wiccan rituals and observances are a way for Wiccans to connect with the divine, celebrate the natural world, and harness the energies within and around them. These practices foster a deep spiritual connection and provide a framework for personal growth and transformation. Whether it is through the Sabbats, Esbats, or spellwork, Wiccans strive to live in harmony with nature and connect with the sacred energies that surround them..

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