Magic Memories Plymouth Meeting Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending the "Magic Memories Plymouth Meeting" event, and it was truly a magical experience. The event was held at a beautiful venue filled with enchanting decorations and a captivating ambiance. Upon arrival, I was greeted by friendly staff members who guided me through the registration process. There was an air of excitement and anticipation as attendees mingled and shared their expectations for the evening. As the event began, we were treated to a mesmerizing performance by a renowned magician. His tricks and illusions left us in awe and disbelief.
Money, money come to me,
In abundance,
Three times three.
May I be enriched in the best of ways,
Harming none as it comes my way.
This I accept, so may it be.
Bring me money,
Three times three
It is important to continue feeding your money bowl every few days with herbs, coins, trinkets, crystals or anything that represents abundance to you. By inflicting upon the living creatures which represent her foe, the injuries which she wishes them to bear, a witch may transfer the wounds to her victim, by hiding these Sacrifice within an effigy, as a doll, to give as a gift.
His tricks and illusions left us in awe and disbelief. It was evident that he had honed his craft over years of practice, as every move was executed flawlessly. Throughout the evening, there were various interactive activities and workshops for attendees to participate in.
I took part in my first spell-casting
In a newfound passion for the interesting and exciting world of modern-day witchcraft, I took part in a spell casting for ‘disposing of serious psychic garbage’ as inspired by the book Light Magic for Dark Times by Lisa Marie Basile, founder of the Luna Luna magazine.
Safe to say it worked. Going into this I had no idea what to expect from the ritual.
I met Willow, a self-professed witch practicing light magic, at a Fossil and Crystal shop in south-London to get the crystal needed for the ritual we were going to do.
The tightly packed shop had walls crammed with all forms of crystals and fossils imaginable. Giant amethyst was displayed in glass cases alongside necklaces with crystals attached to lines of cork boards on the walls.
A friendly expert in crystals and fossils greeted us; after speaking to the owner of the shop for over an hour, his incredible ability to read people and their auras was baffling. He read me for filth about my current life and we had a conversation about the crystals I was looking for and their purposes.
The shop-owner introduced himself as Kevin, jokingly calling himself ‘Uncle Kev’ later in the conversation. I left the crystal store with Red Jasper, Apache Tears Obsidian and Tourmaline. Along with the Rose Quartz for the ritual.
Having never been involved with anything like this before, it felt best to just dive head-first into it. I went in with my mind as open as possible, because it isn’t just for fun, it is a way of life and is incredibly intricate and fascinating. At the end of the day, this is someone’s spiritual beliefs, and I’m not one to question them.
Willow’s spell-book and ‘Light Magic for Dark Times’ [Bethany Thomas]
The night of the ritual was a super wolf blood moon which was in the house of Cancer. In the centre of the room was a blanket on the floor with four coloured candles, each representing the four elements. We sat opposite each other, candles lit and lights off, and before the ritual began Willow cast a protective circle in the room. Fleetwood Mac played softly in the background in the darkened, sparsely-lit room, setting the scene for the casting.
We invoked the power of the four elements to begin the spell casting in Latin. “A luna a undas” means ‘from the moon to the waves’. Then we called upon the power of the ‘coven’ by saying “coniunctis viribus” aloud, means ‘joining forces / collective power’. We each had a black candle in front of us and used the corresponding element candle of our zodiac sign to light it. I used the red candle of fire because my sun sign is Aries. Whilst Willow used the blue candle symbolising the element of water as her sun sign is Pisces.
Eyes closed, I held the small object that the spell requires, ours was a two pence coin, we lit the candles, imagining all the negative thoughts and feelings leaving our bodies. It was important to focus on the feelings going into the object and filling it up. Willow spoke softly over the music: “Think of the negative thoughts and feelings as a black liquid running down your arm and into the coin,” this helped give an image to thoughts going into the coin.
Some of the objects (above) used in the spell casting on the super wolf blood moon [Bethany Thomas]
Inside the circle, Willow had a small bottle of oil, which she offered for the coin. The oil was a ‘spell oil’ and is made from scents and herbs that relate to the moon, she had personally charged the oil with the full moon. Taking a small drop of the oil I rubbed it in circles on the two faces of the coin. Still filling the coin with all my negative thoughts and feelings that I wanted to be rid of.
She brought the black yarn and tape into the circle and said: “once you feel you have filled your object with the negative feelings wrap it in this yarn or tape.” With my coin being too slick from the oil I used previously, I opted for covering it in tape. It felt like a true seal had formed over the feelings. We placed our objects on a tarot card in the centre of the circle until the ritual was complete.
The silence was broken again as Willow instructed me on what we would do next. Holding a Rose Quartz in the right hand we read the incantation: “Feelings you hold no power over me. I am more powerful than you. I choose self-love and I choose light. Dona nobis pacem,” which means ‘give us peace’.
Whilst saying this we were supposed to imagine our body filling with positive energy and self-love. Fully immersed in the experience at this point, I kept my eyes closed listening to the music playing in the background. Fleetwood Mac’s Rhiannon guided the energy through my body, swaying with the beat in a meditative state. Feeling positive energy flow through me with the waves of the sound.
As I snuffed out the black candle in front of me, Willow instructed me to pass my object through smoke to cleanse it before disposing of it and my negative energies. After thanking the elements; the circle was closed. At the end of the spell casting, there was a sense of weightlessness in my body. The positive energy overcoming my thoughts and feelings. Any negatives thoughts and feelings I had focused on during the ritual had long gone.
A simplified version of a similar set up used in the spell [Bethany Thomas]
We then did a brief tarot and pendulum reading session. These actions in themselves are enlightening and mesmerising. Willow held the small Amethyst pendulum, found in the small crystal and fossil shop. once she had spotted it on that day, she was unable to put it down and was insistent on purchasing the item.
The concept behind using a pendulum for divination is quite simple, but it isn’t for everyone. Willow prefers practicing divination in this method, where personally I have grown to prefer reading tarot cards. At the end of the day, both are all about the intent and questions you ask. The pendulum works by holding it between the first two fingers, with the small bead facing towards you.
Readings are simple, the pendulum will have its ‘yes’ and ‘no’, this can be found by practicing asking it questions. We took turns in asking the pendulum questions, getting either strong ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answers. The pendulum would also move on a slight angle as it gave the answer, suggesting that the question asked could be a yes or no but there would be other elements of life at play. Just like tarot, it is all in the interpretation of the answer given to you.
There is no recording of when the pendulum was first used as a divination tool. The practice has been around for many thousands of years. My first experience with it was when my step-mother was pregnant, the classic old wives’ tale of holding a needle on some thread above the belly to indicate whether the baby is a boy or a girl.
The Tarot cards used [Bethany Thomas]
The pendulum has been used for many different reasons throughout history, whether it was spiritual or practical. King Solomon used a pendulum to find water during a visit to Queen of Sheba and in the Vietnam War marines used pendulums to ferret out underground tunnels and land mines.
Just like most practices of divination and witchcraft there is a colourful history to it just waiting to be discovered by those in search of answers or help.
In the time after my spell casting, it was unclear as to what I would feel in regards to what I focused on. Although at times when I was feeling the ‘psychic garbage’ I had disposed of came creeping back into my mind, all I had to do was remember the ritual and what I wanted to achieve from it. Pushing away any thoughts of negativity it didn’t want to continue to consume my mind and focusing on conducting myself and my thoughts in a more positive light.
Safe to say I will be continuing in the practice of using crystals and spells to help better myself and those around me.
To Fly to the Sabbath
From learning card tricks to mastering sleight of hand, the event provided a unique opportunity for everyone to try their hand at magic. One highlight of the event was the opportunity to meet and interact with other magic enthusiasts. It was fascinating to hear their stories and experiences with magic, and I found myself inspired by their passion for the art form. The sense of camaraderie and shared excitement in the room was truly infectious. In addition to the performances and activities, there were also several vendors showcasing their magical products. From props and costumes to books and DVDs, there was a wide range of magical merchandise available for purchase. It was a treat to explore the offerings and take home a little piece of magic to continue the enchantment beyond the event. As the evening came to a close, I couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder and awe. The "Magic Memories Plymouth Meeting" event surpassed my expectations and left me with unforgettable memories. It was a celebration of the art of magic and a reminder of its ability to captivate and amaze. I am incredibly grateful to have been a part of this magical gathering and look forward to attending future events that celebrate the rich world of magic. The "Magic Memories Plymouth Meeting" event is a testament to the power of imagination and the joy that can be found in the realm of illusion..
Reviews for "The Magic of Reunion: Reflections from the Plymouth Meetup"
1. Jane - 1 Star Rating: I was really disappointed with the Magic Memories Plymouth meeting. The show was extremely amateurish and the performers lacked talent and charisma. The props and costumes were also of poor quality. It felt like a cheap, low-budget production. I definitely would not recommend wasting your time and money on this event.
2. John - 2 Star Rating: I attended the Magic Memories Plymouth meeting with high expectations, but it fell short in many ways. The magic tricks performed were quite basic and lacked any wow factor. The overall show was disorganized and lacked a cohesive storyline. The audience interaction was also very forced and awkward. I was left feeling underwhelmed and wished I had spent my evening elsewhere.
3. Sarah - 2 Star Rating: The Magic Memories Plymouth meeting had potential, but it failed to deliver a memorable experience. The show lacked creativity and originality, with many of the tricks being predictable and cliché. The pacing of the show was also off, with slow moments that lost the audience's interest. While the performers had some talent, it was overshadowed by the lackluster execution of the overall production. I wouldn't go out of my way to attend another show by Magic Memories based on this experience.
4. Mike - 1 Star Rating: I regret attending the Magic Memories Plymouth meeting. The show was unimpressive and seemed to lack effort. The performers appeared bored and unenthusiastic, which made it hard to connect with their acts. The illusions were nothing special and failed to capture my attention. Overall, I left the event feeling disappointed and wishing I had chosen a different evening entertainment option.
5. Lisa - 1 Star Rating: The Magic Memories Plymouth meeting was a waste of time and money. The show felt outdated and cheesy, with tricks that were cliché and lacked any innovation. The performers appeared uninterested, as if they were just going through the motions. The whole experience felt like a poor attempt to entertain the audience. I would not recommend this show to anyone looking for a captivating and enjoyable magic performance.