The Wiccan calendar wheel, also known as the Wheel of the Year, is a key component of Wiccan belief and practice. This calendar is based on the changing seasons and the natural cycles of the Earth. It is divided into eight festivals, or sabbats, which mark significant points in the solar year. These festivals are celebrated with rituals and ceremonies that honor nature and the divine. The Wiccan calendar is closely tied to the cycles of nature and reflects the changing seasons. It begins with the festival of Samhain, which falls on October 31st and marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter.
Twelve years ago, Jules Savoie broke up with Ruben Dubois when she was on the cusp of being the youngest female Enforcer in New Orleans. Their relationship dynamic changed post-breakup and it continued to evolve as they worked together to fix the problems that came up in the previous books, starting with Mateo’s hex. After everything that transpired in the series, Jules and Ruben must now travel together to campaign for the werewolf cause.
Her reasoning makes complete sense to me, especially since her decision was primarily based on a pattern of behaviour that Ruben didn t realize was problematic. Witches Get Stitches by Juliette Cross Series Stay a Spell 3 Published by Self-Published on July 20, 2021 Genres Fantasy Romance Pages 317 Format eARC Source NetGalley Goodreads Amazon, Barnes Noble.
It begins with the festival of Samhain, which falls on October 31st and marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. This is a time to honor the dead and embrace the darkness of the approaching winter months. Following Samhain, the next festival is Yule, which takes place around December 21st and celebrates the winter solstice.
Witches Get Stitches by Juliette Cross @Juliette__Cross
Witches Get Stitches by Juliette Cross
Series: Stay a Spell #3
Published by Self-Published on July 20, 2021
Genres: Fantasy Romance
Pages: 317
Format: eARC
Source: NetGalley
Goodreads
Amazon, Barnes & Noble
Violet Savoie has a plan. A dream, rather. To open her own tattoo shop, which caters to supernaturals in need of permanent charms. As a powerful Seer, she has the potent magic to cast every kind of spell. Except the kind to give werewolves control over their beastly side. And her business partner Nico needs help in the worst kind of way.
Nico Cruz has a secret. A motive, rather. To subtly stalk and seduce Violet until she finally recognizes they are fated to be together. Ever since their heated encounter in Austin on New Year’s Eve two years earlier, he’s been dying to get his hands—and his tongue—back on her body. He knows a woman like Violet can’t be courted in the usual way. Luckily, Nico has no scruples about misbehaving to get what he wants.
But when his former pack roams into town, and an old friend is far too interested in Violet, his focus shifts to the threat venturing into his territory. Nico may come across as the quiet, broody one, but the intruders are about to regret stepping foot in New Orleans. And when Violet goes missing, no charm or spell can keep Nico’s wolf at bay.
Witches Get Stitches is the third book in the Stay A Spell series, following the romantic entanglements of a family of witches in New Orleans. You don’t have to have read the other two books in the series to really enjoy Violet and Nico’s story, it could be read as a standalone. Personally, I liked having the background of the other two sisters’ love stories and family dynamics going into this one.
Evie is a foreseer and sure she’d love to find love, but she has lived a very free-spirited love them and leave them kind of life since she has ‘seen’ none of those men were the one. Better not to get too invested or too attached.
Nico on the other hand is a werewolf who knew Evie was the one the first night they met, fooled around a little and she took off thinking she’d never see him again. He tracked her down only to be friend zoned. But Nico is a patient hunter and he has played it cool for a few years to get his life together, but now it is time to turn up the heat on the woman he knows is his.
Evie and Nico have great banter, a love of limericks, a very cool friendship and new business venture. The sexual tension and chemistry between them is intense and everyone around them knows they need to just hook up and get it over with. Evie on the other hand, might be a seer but she is absolutely blind to what is in front of her. It would be a bad idea to hook up with her business partner…right? She can’t seem to remember why she is trying to keep them apart.
There are a few other things happening in the background. Evie is working out how to put spells into her tattoo work and one might just be able to help Nico get better control on his wolf. The only problem, word has gotten out and there are some other wolves in town from Nico’s past who want Evie for themselves.
This has been a really fun series so far. Each witch sister is blessed with different powers and all of them work to help rule the paranormals of New Orleans. They have a few interesting pets, including a chicken who likes to wear bowties and a cat that should have died years ago. There is also a different paranormal player I can’t wait to get more details on. Grims seem to have some pretty interesting abilities and I’m hoping the next book gives us a little more insight into their capabilities.
This is an interesting world with some very fun love stories and a family of witches I love hanging out with.
“Because you two have been circling each other for forever. The amount of pheromones you’ve both been putting off could impregnate a nunnery.”
“Should I be worried that you think people can get pregnant from pheromones?”
“There once was a werewolf from Kent, whose cock was so long it bent. So he found him a witch, to scratch his big itch, and with a great howl, he spent.”/blockquote>
About Juliette Cross
Juliette lives in lush, moss-laden Louisiana where she lives with her husband, four kids, and black lab, Kona.
Multi-published author of paranormal and urban fantasy romance, she loves reading and writing brooding characters, mysterious settings, persevering heroines, and dark, sexy heroes.
From the moment she read JANE EYRE as a teenager, she fell in love with the Gothic romance. Even then, she not only longed to read more novels set in Gothic worlds, she wanted to create her own.
There are a few other things happening in the background. Evie is working out how to put spells into her tattoo work and one might just be able to help Nico get better control on his wolf. The only problem, word has gotten out and there are some other wolves in town from Nico’s past who want Evie for themselves.
This is the shortest day of the year and marks the rebirth of the sun. It is a time of reflection, renewal, and celebration. Imbolc is the festival that heralds the beginning of spring and occurs around February 2nd. It is a time to honor the goddess Brigid and celebrate the emerging light and the return of life to the Earth. This festival is often associated with purification and new beginnings. Ostara, which takes place around March 21st, is the spring equinox and marks the midpoint of the year. It is a time of balance between light and dark and celebrates fertility, growth, and new beginnings. Many Wiccans associate this festival with the goddess Eostre and symbols such as eggs and rabbits. Beltane, which falls on May 1st, is a celebration of the peak of spring and the beginning of summer. It is a time of joy, abundance, and fertility. This festival is often marked by dancing around the maypole and lighting bonfires. Litha, also known as Midsummer, occurs around June 21st and celebrates the summer solstice. This is the longest day of the year and represents the power of the sun. It is a time of abundance, strength, and growth. Lughnasadh, also called Lammas, takes place around August 1st and marks the beginning of the harvest season. It is a time to celebrate the first fruits of the Earth and to give thanks for the abundance of the harvest. This festival is often associated with the god Lugh and is a time of communal celebration. Finally, Mabon, also known as the autumn equinox, occurs around September 21st and marks the second harvest of the year. It is a time of balance and reflection as day and night are once again equal. This festival celebrates the abundance of the Earth and the importance of gratitude. The Wiccan calendar wheel provides a framework for Wiccans to connect with the cycles of nature and the divine throughout the year. By honoring the changing seasons and celebrating the festivals, Wiccans are reminded of their connection to the Earth and the natural world. It is a way to align oneself with the rhythms of the universe and to cultivate a deeper spiritual connection..
Reviews for "The Power of the Solstices in the Wiccan Calendar Wheel"
1. Emily - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the Wicca Calendar Wheel. I found it to be poorly organized and lacking in useful information. The layout was confusing, and I had trouble finding the information I was looking for. Additionally, I felt that the content was vague and didn't provide enough depth or detail on the various Wiccan holidays and rituals. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this calendar to anyone looking for a comprehensive guide to Wiccan practices.
2. Mike - 2/5 stars - As a beginner in Wicca, I was hoping that the Wicca Calendar Wheel would provide me with a clear and concise overview of the Wheel of the Year. Unfortunately, this calendar fell short of my expectations. The information provided was limited and lacked any real substance. I also found that the descriptions of the festivals and Sabbats were too brief, leaving me with more questions than answers. Overall, I would suggest looking for a more comprehensive resource if you're truly interested in learning about Wiccan traditions and rituals.
3. Sarah - 1/5 stars - I found the Wicca Calendar Wheel to be completely useless. The information provided was repetitive and didn't offer any additional insights or explanations. The artwork included in the calendar was also underwhelming and didn't add any value to the overall experience. It felt like a poorly put together product that was rushed to market. I would strongly advise against purchasing this calendar if you're looking for a meaningful and informative resource on Wiccan practices.