Mambo Samantha Corfield

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Love, 

Mambo Sam

Rejuvenation Ritual Guide

Hello, weary spell caster. If you're feeling burned out, know that it's okay. Spiritual work can be emotionally demanding, and it's important to care for yourself along the way. This guide is designed to help you pause, rest, and renew your focus. Remember, your goals are still within reach, and sometimes, the most powerful step forward is to take a moment of stillness. Many of you may remember telling you to take a break when you said you just couldn’t light another candle or say another chant. It’s okay. It just happens! Here are some things to try! You can put aside an afternoon or evening and do these in the order below to make one longer ritual.  Or you can pick and choose what you want to do.

 

Cleansing Bath Ritual

A cleansing bath is the perfect way to wash away spiritual fatigue. It doesn’t need to be fancy. You'll need: Sea salt or Epsom salt, Lavender or rosemary (for relaxation), A white candle (for purity and clarity).As you draw your bath, add the salt and whatever herb you have chosen.  Light the candle and place it near the tub. When you step into the water, take a deep breath and focus on releasing stress and self-doubt. Imagine the water washing away any heaviness you've been carrying. As you soak, repeat this simple affirmation: "As this water cleanses my body, may it also cleanse my spirit. I release all that does not serve me."

 

Candle Meditation for Guidance

Do a short, focused meditation. Light a candle dedicated to a guide, like Papa Legba, or if you have a favorite lwa, set up a candle and glass of water as an offering to them. If you know your met tet, this is a perfect time to call on them. Sit comfortably and focus on the flame. Don’t worry if your eyes close.

Ask for guidance or support from your lwa. You might say: "Papa Legba (or name your favorite lwa), please open the road of my heart to new energy and insight. Guide me as I rest and heal."

 

Journaling for Clarity

Sometimes, writing things out helps bring clarity. Set aside a quiet moment and reflect on your spiritual journey. Use these prompts to guide your thoughts:

- "What has my spiritual work taught me so far?"

- "What do I need to release to move forward?"

- "How can I care for myself while staying connected to my goals?"

 

Gentle Tarot Reading

If you're comfortable with tarot, this simple three-card spread can help guide your healing. Stick to these questions and look upon yourself kindly.

1. What needs healing right now?

2. What will rejuvenate me?

3. How can I return to my work refreshed?

 

Renew Your Focus

Gently remind yourself of the original goal. Ask yourself: "Why did I start this journey? What was my original vision for the outcome? How will my life improve when this comes to fruition?" Let yourself feel the excitement and passion you had when you first set your intention.

 

Recommit to Your Magick

Commit to returning to your spiritual work on a certain day. If you work with a lwa, light another candle or set out a small offering to thank them for their guidance. Mark your return date on your calendar, and when that day comes, approach your work with a renewed sense of purpose and excitement.

Remember you can make this one big rejuvenating ritual for yourself and do the above steps in order all in one sitting. Or you can pick and choose what you think will help you the most. Doing this as one ritual can be very satisfying.  But you should do what works for you.  Happy rejuvenating!

 

Copyright, ©2000, Mambo Samantha Corfield

 

Harvest Moon 2024!

The Harvest Moon! 

The Harvest Moon occurs every year when the full moon closest to the autumn equinox rises. Traditionally, this moon is named for its role in the agricultural calendar, as it once provided farmers with extra light to harvest their crops late into the night. It usually falls in September but can sometimes occur in early October, depending on the lunar cycle. While its agricultural roots remain, the spiritual and cultural significance of the Harvest Moon extends beyond the fields and barns of the past.

The energy of the Harvest Moon is imbued with abundance, reflection, and transformation. It marks the culmination of the growing season, symbolizing the fruits of our labor and the goals we've pursued throughout the year. This moon's presence in the sky is a powerful reminder to pause and take stock of what we have achieved, both in the material and spiritual realms. It encourages us to express gratitude for what we have, release what no longer serves us, and set intentions for the quieter, more introspective months ahead. As the nights grow longer and the air becomes cooler, the Harvest Moon shines brightly, urging us to embrace the cycles of nature within our own lives.

The Spiritual Significance of the Harvest Moon

Spiritually, the Harvest Moon is associated with the themes of completion, gratitude, and preparation for the winter months. As the final crops are gathered during this time, we, too, are called to gather the fruits of our own personal growth. This moon signifies the end of a cycle—a moment to reflect on the intentions we set earlier in the year and recognize how they have manifested. It’s a time of fullness, where we can witness the results of our hard work and the transformations that have taken place within us.

The Harvest Moon also serves as a reminder of nature's rhythm and the balance between giving and receiving. Just as the earth provides its abundance during the harvest, we are encouraged to acknowledge the balance in our own lives. It is a chance to celebrate the abundance we have created, be it through relationships, career achievements, personal projects, or spiritual growth. Simultaneously, this moon's energy invites us to practice letting go of the things that weigh us down. Like the shedding leaves of autumn, releasing burdens and outdated patterns creates space for new opportunities and wisdom to enter our lives.

The Harvest Moon is often linked with various deities associated with the harvest, such as Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture, and Ceres, her Roman counterpart. It is a time to honor the cycles of the earth and the goddess energy within. By connecting with the Harvest Moon’s energy, we align ourselves with the natural cycles and draw inspiration from the changing seasons. The luminous presence of the moon serves as a guiding light, helping us navigate our own transitions with grace and clarity.

Simple Ways to Celebrate the Harvest Moon

Celebrating the Harvest Moon doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. Here are some easy ways to honor its energy and incorporate its significance into your life:

1. Practice Gratitude: One of the simplest ways to celebrate the Harvest Moon is through gratitude. Take a few moments to reflect on what you are thankful for in your life. This can include accomplishments, supportive relationships, personal growth, or even small, everyday joys. Consider writing these blessings down in a journal to create a tangible record of your abundance. By focusing on gratitude, you align yourself with the moon's energy of fullness and harvest, enhancing your connection to its power.

2. Moonlight Meditation: Spend some time outdoors, under the light of the Harvest Moon. Sit or lie comfortably, close your eyes, and breathe deeply. Visualize the moon's light filling you with a sense of peace and clarity. As you meditate, allow thoughts of gratitude, release, and intention-setting to come to the surface. This practice can help you attune to the moon's calming energy and gain insight into what you need to release or nurture in your life.

3. Harvest Moon Ritual: Create a small altar space in your home or garden with items that represent abundance and the harvest season. This can include autumn fruits, nuts, grains, and seasonal flowers. Light a candle to symbolize the moon's light, and set an intention for what you wish to harvest in your life—whether it's a new project, personal growth, or spiritual connection. As you focus on your intention, feel gratitude for what you have already achieved and release any fears or doubts that may be holding you back.

4. Bake or Cook a Seasonal Meal: Embrace the harvest theme by preparing a meal with seasonal ingredients like pumpkins, squash, apples, or corn. Cooking with intention can be a deeply spiritual act, allowing you to honor the earth's bounty and nourish both body and soul. Share the meal with loved ones, or enjoy it as a personal moment of gratitude and celebration. You might even include a small portion of the meal on your altar as an offering to the earth and its cycles.

5. Release What No Longer Serves You: The Harvest Moon's energy is not only about abundance but also about release. Write down things you wish to let go of—whether they're negative thoughts, unhealthy habits, or unresolved emotions. After reflecting on these, burn the paper safely as an act of release. Visualize the smoke carrying your burdens away, leaving you with a sense of lightness and readiness for new beginnings. This ritual aligns with the natural cycle of autumn, where trees release their leaves to prepare for winter's introspection.

The Harvest Moon is a powerful reminder of the cycles of growth, abundance, and release that we all experience. By taking the time to honor this moon's energy, we connect more deeply with nature and our inner selves. Whether through simple acts of gratitude, moonlight meditations, or preparing a seasonal meal, celebrating the Harvest Moon allows us to reflect on our journey and prepare for the quieter, more introspective season that follows. Let the glowing light of the Harvest Moon guide you in embracing both the gifts and the lessons of the year, helping you align with the natural rhythms of life.

In Service, 
Mambo Sam

Spellmaker's Love Lock Spell!

Lodestones!

Lodestones!

In Hoodoo and Voodoo practices, the lodestone is celebrated for its natural magnetism and is deeply embedded in the rituals and spells of these spiritual traditions. Revered for their ability to attract and draw in desired energies, lodestones are used to manifest intentions ranging from love and prosperity to protection and healing.

Mystical Properties and Uses

Lodestones, being naturally magnetized pieces of magnetite, are believed to work harmoniously with the practitioner's intent, magnetically drawing people, opportunities, wealth, or situations towards them. This magnetic quality forms the basis of their mystical significance and is seen as instrumental in various forms of folk magic, especially in Hoodoo.

In Hoodoo, which is deeply rooted in African American folk magic, lodestones are considered vital in spells and rituals. They are used to attract things like money, love, health, or good luck. The lodestone's magnetic property makes it a natural choice for spells and practices focused on attraction or magnetization of desires.

Ritual Practices with Lodestones

Traditionally, a lodestone must be charged or baptized before use and may even be named, aligning its purpose with the practitioner's intent. In love rituals, lodestones are often used in pairs to represent attraction and to reinforce fidelity in relationships. They are "fed" with magnetic sand or anointed with specific oils to enhance their potency and maintain their magical efficacy.

Feeding and Maintenance of Lodestones

Feeding a lodestone involves offering it magnetic sand and anointing oils, such as Hoyt's Cologne or Lodestone Oil. This practice keeps the lodestone vibrant and attuned to the practitioner's intentions, ensuring a steady flow of positive energies like good luck, prosperity, or healing. Cleansing is also crucial to maintaining a lodestone's effectiveness. Practitioners commonly cleanse lodestones with alcohol-based liquids like whiskey or cologne to refresh the stone's energy. It's important to avoid water or acidic substances, as they can cause rust or corrosion.

Conclusion

Lodestones, with their inherent magnetic properties, hold a significant place in Hoodoo and other folk magic practices. They are seen as powerful allies in attracting desired outcomes and are used with care and respect, ensuring their magical properties are nurtured and maintained. Whether used for attracting love, money, or protection, lodestones are an embodiment of the practitioner's intent, serving as a bridge between the spiritual and the material realms.

In Service, 

Mambo Sam

Happy Aquarius!

Business floor wash! DIY!

Old Shoe Charm! Great for Home Protection!

Mambo Sam on Erzulie Dantor!

Mambo Sam on Erzulie Dantor during an online Prosperity Ritual! Enjoy! 

 

John the Conqueror Root Bag - History!

 

John the conqueror root bag - History

The best reference for good stories, I think, is Zora Neale Hurston. I think you would enjoy her writings (if you haven't read them in the past)!

The root itself, named after the slave, John is, of course: High John the Conqueror (ipomoea purga) or "Jalap" and is a mainstay of African American magick, the root of this morning glory is named for a slave who refused to be servile. High John's ability to fool his master inspired many stories; he's considered a representative of African trickster gods.

Historians say that he was a black slave whose real life has been questioned in detail (some thought is that he was a fictional character developed by slaves to empower other slaves and give them hope). At any rate, real or fictional, the job was well done as he was an inspiration to slaves who wanted to rebel against their masters but could not do so openly. "John" was said to be the son of an African king and although he was a slave he never became subservient. His apparent cleverness at tricking his master supplied a great variet of stories with a very clear moral ending. If he was a real being, he soon acquired some of the characteristics of mythical trickster figures like the Native American Coyote, the African- American Bre'r Rabbit, and the West African deity known variously as Elegua, Legba, and Eshu. He gave -- only to take away. He bet -- and never lost. He played dumb -- but he was never outsmarted. The reputation of High John is so great that, as recorded by the folklorist Harry Middleton Hyatt in the 1930s, just reciting the words "John over John" and "John the Conqueror" is a powerful spell of magical protection against being hoodooed.

According to Nora Zeale Hurston: "There is a story in which High John tells the people, "What we need is a song." . . . "It ain't here, and it ain't no place I knows of as yet. Us better go hunt around. This has got to be a particular piece of singing." She describes how John got the slaves to leave their bodies behind on the plantation while their souls went searching. They had to "reach inside yourselves and get out all those fine raiments you been toting around with you for the last longest." John brought them "a great black crow. The crow was so big that one wing rested on the morning while the other dusted the evening star." Riding on this crow, the people had many adventures, visited Hell and Heaven, found their song, and returned to the plantation. John told them, "Don't pay what he [Massa] say no mind. You know where you got something finer than this plantation and anything it's got on it, put away. Ain't that funny? Us got all that, and he don't know nothing at all about it. Don't tell him nothing. Nobody don't have to know where us gets our pleasure from."

And Muddy Waters (and I think someone else, I can't remember) recorded this song:

MY JOHN THE CONQUER ROOT

My pistol may snap, my mojo is frail

But i rub my root, my luck will never fail

When i rub my root, my John the Conquer root

Aww, you know there ain't nothin' she can do, Lord,

I rub my John the Conquer root

I was accused of murder in the first degree

The judge's wife cried, "Let the man go free!"

I was rubbin' my root, my John the Conquer root

Aww, you know there ain't nothin' she can do, Lord,

I rub my John the Conquer root

Oh, i can get in a game, don't have a dime,

All i have to do is rub my root, i win every time

When i rub my root, my John the Conquer root

Aww, you know there ain't nothin' she can do, Lord,

I rub my John the Conquer root

 

In Service, 

Mambo Sam

The Famous Red Mummy Candle!

The Famous Red Mummy Power candle magick kit.

 

This kit is used particularly to help gain control over a situation. Now, this doesn't necessarily mean trying to control the person in question. However, PROPERLY DIRECTED control can be very useful. This candle is especially useful if you are feeling helpless and out of communication in your situation. This candle can be used to help facillitate contact with your heart's desire, i.e., "controlling" the situation so that you run into each other, or that s/he suddenly thinks of a reason why s/he needs to contact you. It can also be used to help control an interfering party to get out of the situation. 

Candles are located here and the candle burning service is located here. 

Cousin Azacca!

 

Hail to our dear Cousin Azacca (Azaka, Azaca)!

Sometimes considered one of the simplest lwa, he brings a good nature and warmth into life. He is syncretized with the Catholic saint, St. Isidore the Laborer, sometimes called St. Isidore the Farmer. This is not be be confused with St. Isidore of Seville -- this is a different person altogether! This makes perfect sense as St. Isidore was a simple farmer, and his feast day is May 15! 

Since Azacca is one to make all things grow, this May feast day is a perfect time to honor him. He is such a good natured and easy going lwa, he is always considered one of the family, hence the "cousin" moniker. He is, of course, the lwa of agriculture, farming, all things to do with planting and growing. He is a wonderfully hard worker, a peasant, nothing sophisticated about him. I always consider Azacca sort of an everyman. He loves good profit, good girls, and good food! 

He doesn't care much for "city folks" and is extremely down to earth and doesn't mind getting his hands dirty with honest work. He will have little to do with anyone with a pompous or condescending attitude. Azacca appears barefooted, in denim overalls, carries a straw bag, wears a big straw hat, and is rarely seen without his pipe and smoking tobacco.  He should serve as a reminder of our roots and our dependency on this earth for our very survival!  He is the ultimate conservationist living off the gifts of nature.

He loves a good song and has a penchant for the being the town gossip. He is often the quiet observer, taking in all the doings around him, saving the knowledge for later when he can use it to his best advantage. Azacca knows who is who in the zoo! He generally will have all the info on who is dating whom, who is trying to swindle whom, and all the details that people sometimes try to hide! When possessing someone, it is not unusual to have him start telling everyone's secrets! Luckily for those who have something to hide, his voice is gravely and rough and he is somewhat hard to understand.  However, if you suspect someone is keeping a secret from you, do a service to Azacca and ask him to reveal that secret to you and watch what happens.

He can, however, be very suspicious and does not always seem to want to give his favors easily. If you motivation for calling upon him is less than honest, he may refuse you.  However, usually he can be won over with some white rum and a plate of boiled corn. For the most part, he is a good-natured lwa. He is entertaining when he appears at ceremonies, singing you songs about how he would he would rather take charity than steal, all the while "stealing" everything he can get his hands own, usually while he is dancing in his unique fashion! These things are then returned to the distracted owners with everyone having a good laugh at his humorous antics.

He usually will be found in a corner of any party where there is food, voraciously eating his food, looking with suspicion at anyone who might eye his plate. He is a greedy eater and drinker with little in the way of table manners. But this is easily forgiven because of his good nature and good humor.

He is also is generally seen as the brother of Ghede. Author Bob Corbert writes, "There are interesting similarities between the sophisticated Ghede and the more bumbling Azacca, as though a younger less sophisticated brother were imitating a more secure older brother. Like Ghede, Zaka loves his food. But, unlike Ghede, he is rude and voracious in his eating habits, often running away to hide with him food and eat it quickly."

As the lwa of agriculture and plant life, it is natural that Azacca is also an herbal healer. He is said to carry his healing herbs in his djakout (a straw shoulder bag) and is often called upon when there is sickness in a family. In Louisiana, animal fat candles are burned for him and bread is offered to him when someone is ill.  He is said to sop up the illness with the bread from the melted fat from the candles and eat it, thus curing the patient! 

We here at Spellmaker.com call upon Azacca in many ways. We call upon him to "grow" things for us, even though they may not be considered the usual way to call on our Cousin! We call upon him to grow love between two people, to help people "grow" their finances, etc. He has always responded well to these petitions and we certainly can suggest that it is a wonderful way to broaden this powerful lwa's scope in your life! Look at your goals from the perspective of wanting them to grow to be big, beautiful plants and call upon Azacca to help you make that happen. 

Of course, it probably goes without saying that he is also particularly wonderful to call upon if you are planting this spring. Pour a little rum into the ground around your garden and ask Azacca to help that garden grow! We make a mixture of corn and boiled peanuts and spread it around our garden for him. We just leave it there to mix with the soil and help the plants grow better.

No matter what you are trying to grow in your life, May 15 is the perfect day to offer a feast to Azacca! Set up a small altar using his colors and offerings: A piece of denim makes the perfect altar cloth for him, yellow and green candles, a container of dirt, small gardening tools, etc. Spend some time thinking of what plants need nurturing in your life garden and ask Azacca to nourish them and help them grow! Ask him to renew and rejuvenate any wilting plants and cut out all the weeds!

Azacca Stats: 
Feast Day: May 15
Saint Syncretization: St. Isidore the Farmer
Colors: Green, yellow, brown - earthy colors.
Foods: Avocados, corn, peanuts, beans and rice, strong coffee that is highly sweetened with sugar, yams, sugar cane and cane syrup (pour it all over his food and he will love you for it!), heavy breads, coconuts and coconut candy.
Drink: Light or white rum (kleren).
Offerings: The above food and drink, a straw bag, a straw hat, pipe with pipe tobacco, small gardening tools. We usually put a container of rich earth, something like nice potting soil, on an altar to him. Later on, put that dirt in your garden!  Azacca and your plants will reward you.

In Service, 

Mambo Samantha Corfield 

Love Potion #9 - Recipe!

 

At: http://www.spellmaker.com/potion9.htm

 Love Potion #9

 * 9 oz. sweet red wine (or use cherry soda, cherry Kool-Aid or cherry juice for non-alcoholics)

 * 9 basil leaves

 * 9 red rose petals

 * 9 cloves

 * 9 apple seeds

 * 9 drops vanilla extract

 * 9 drops strawberry juice

 * 9 drops apple juice

 * 1 ginseng root, cut into 9 equal pieces (or use 3 powdered ginseng capsules)

You also need:

* 9 pink votive candles

* Cheesecloth

* Wooden Spoon

* airtight contaner to hold the potion (big enough for at least 10oz fluid)

By the light of 9 pink votive candles, put these nine ingredients into a cauldron on the ninth hour of the ninth day of the ninth month of the year. Stir the potion nine times with a wooden spoon, each time reciting the following magickal incantation:

 LET THE ONE WHO DRINKS THIS WINE

 SHOWER ME WITH LOVE DIVINE.

 SWEET LOVE POTION NUMBER NINE

 MAKE HIS/HER LOVE FOREVER MINE.

 Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat and let it  simmer for nine minutes. Remove the cauldron from the heat and allow the  potion  to cool off. Blow nine times upon the potion, bless it in the names of  The nine love goddesses: Inanna, Ishtar, Astarte, Hathor, Nephthys,  Aphrodite, Venus, Freya, Arianrhod.

 And then strain it through a cheesecloth into a clean container.  Cover and refrigerate it untill you are ready to serve it to the man  or woman from whom you desire love and affection.

**(Do not  allow anyone other than your beloved to look at, touch, or drink the love potion.)

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A word of warning: This potion is extremely potent and should be used  with caution. Its results have been reported to be very intense, long-

 lasting, and often difficult to control or reverse. So please be absolutely  sure before you give it to an intended lover that he or she is the right

 one for you and vice versa. 

 

 WARNING: Webmistress accepts no responsibility for effects or consequences of casting spells found on this Website. Cast spells responsibly.

 

Papa Legba!

 

 

PAPA LEGBA

Article by Mambo Samantha Corfield

Our dear Papa Legba (Papa Alegba in New Orleans Voodoo) is probably one of the most popular lwa (Vodou spirits) ever.  His ability to open doors, smooth roads, and in general help us get things done is legendary!  He can create possibilities, help you choose the right path in your life, and bring order to chaos!  Personally, I call on him whenever I am lost (which is often, I have no sense of direction) and even when I need a parking space.  :-)

While he has many aspects or "personalities", his major function in both Haitian Vodou and New Orleans Voodoo, is to be the intermediary between the other lwa and humanity. His presence at the spiritual crossroads will give or deny permission to speak and interact the lwa. (Although I have to say,  I don't really recall him ever denying permission, though I suppose he would if he felt it was necessary!)  He is invoked in spell work and ritual using many analogies:  To open the gate, to open the door, to lift the veil, etc., between our human world and the spiritual world. He is always the first and last spirit invoked in any ceremony, because his permission is needed for communication between us and the lwa.  He opens and closes the doorway. 

One of his most remarkable traits is that he is known to speak, understand, and translate all languages.  Through him you may speak to the lwa in any language.  If the lwa you are speaking to doesn't understand your language, Papa Legba will translate for you!  Just ask him!

Papa Legba can also facilitate communication between yourself and someone with whom you are having difficulties being understood.  Let's say that you are using, for instance, our Red Male Image Candle kit to communicate some loving ideas to "Johnny".   Now you know Johnny pretty darned well and know that he doesn't always accept new ideas readily.  Simply call on Papa Legba to "translate" your petition words into words that Johnny will understand.  Calling on Papa Legba for a task like this is extremely easy.  Just talk to him:  "Papa Alegba, please translate for me.  Help Johnny understand what I want him to understand."   It is just that simple.  You don't have to even be extremely clear in what you need from Papa Alegba.  After all he is the "universal translator" - he KNOWS what you are talking about even if you aren't quite sure.

He is such a fun character:  Often portrayed as a kindly old man, he is funny, loving, silly, and known to be a trickster.  Some people believe that he purposely plays tricks on people malvolently.  I have never found this to be true of those who serve him and those who call on him for help!  Perhaps some of his "tricks" are misinterpreted.  I believe, however, that many times people think something is attributed to Legba that wasn't him at all, but just happenstance.  At any rate, he is extremely helpful and powerful in Vodou magick and in all my years of working with him, he has never played any kind of trick on me that was mean or hateful. 

Papa loves certain items that you should have if you desire to serve him:   A crutch or baton or walking cane; three pennies; a silver whistle (like coaches use); small toys; keys of any kind (don't throw your old keys away - give them to Papa); a straw knapsack or some kind of straw bag; a straw hat and, of course, a pipe with tobacco and a bottle of rum!  If you are setting up an altar for Papa, you want to have as many of these items as possible.  His altar cloth should be red and white or red and black or red/white/black.  He is traditionally served on Mondays.  Offerings can include rum, cigars, red beans and rice, plantains, smoked fish, chicken, and candy.  Haitian tradition includes goats and black roosters, but we aren't too likely to have those kinds of offerings here and he understands that - stick to the basics and he will be happy!  Dogs are sacred to him.  If you have a dog, s/he will usually show interest when you are calling upon Papa!  Many clients have told me that their dogs went a little bit crazy when Papa was called upon; a sure sign that he is around. 

In Africa, his counterpart, Eshu, is a god of prophecy and taught people how to interpret oracles and readings (corresponding with the "translator" aspect of Papa).  Often he will appear as an old man on a crutch or with a cane, wearing a broad brimmed straw hat and smoking a pipe, or sprinkling water.  Because of his position as 'gate-keeper' between the worlds of the living and Les Mysteres he is often identified with Saint Peter who holds a comparable position in Catholic tradition and, of course, is depicted holding keys. . But he is also depicted in Haiti and New Orleans as St. Lazarus, or St Anthony of Padua. Using Catholic Saint candles to honor Papa Alegba is perfectly acceptable.  

So, however you serve Papa, doing so is always a rewarding and fun experience.  Try it!  

Papa's Keys!

Practical Color Magick! Keep it Simple!

PRACTICAL COLOR MAGICK

by Mambo Samantha Corfield 

 

Colors have magical associations - especially in creating your own spells.  Always use a color theme that matches what you are trying to accomplish.  

Many of these color associations are very familiar to us:  Red or pink for love, green for money, etc.

 

Traditional Magickal Color Associations

Red: Sexual Love, Good Health, Strength, Danger, Stamina, Charity

Yellow: Joy, Comfort, Persuasion, Charm, Confidence

Green: Money, Luck, Fertility, Energy

Orange: Stimulation, Encouragement, Attraction, Kindness

Blue: Tranquility, Devotion, Understanding, Health, Sincerity, Truth

Indigo: Depression, Impulsiveness, Ambition, Dignity

Violet: Tension, Power, Peity, Sentiment

Black:  Death, Sickness, Removal of a Person, Removal of a Thought or Idea from someone.

 

Numerology Color Associations

1=Red

2=Orange

3=Yellow

4=Green

5=Blue

6=Indigo

7=Violet

8=Rose

9=Gold

 

Gemstone Color Properties

Agate: Basically shades of brown, irregularly banded or variegated.  Wear for vision or gum problems.

Amethyst: Bluish violet to deep purple in color. Wear for expelling poisons and toning the body.

Bloodstone: Bright green to dark green, contains small spots of red jasper. Wear for excessive bleeding or to prevent hemorrhages.

Chrysolite (Peridot): Usually olive green, sometimes yellow or brown. Wear to prevent fevers and also to prevent nightmares.

Coral: Both red and white coral prevent bleeding. Wear to avert the "evil eye." Wear for scars and ulcers.

Garnet: Deep red. Wear for the heart and as a stimulant.

Jade: Green. Soothing, healing; wear for eye problems, kidneys, help strengthen muscles.

Lapis Lazuli: Blue to violet-blue to greenish blue. Eye problems. A very strong stone.

Ruby: Deep red. Wear for problems of the blood, lack of body warmth, poor circulation.

Topaz: Brown, yellow, or pink. Wear to sooth and calm, banishing nightmares and curing insomnia.

 

So, how do you use these things?  First of all, get creative.  Think about what you want to accomplish.  Choose your items with a theme to them.   When you are purchasing items

for magick, try to shop only for that.  Keep your intention in mind while you are shopping for each item.   Okay.  Now you are home with all your magick stuff, right?  Let the items

guide you as to what to do with them.   Now we realize that this all sounds somewhat simplistic.  But if you are just starting in magick - it is good to keep it simple.   

Other option:  Go get one of our nifty, handy-dandy spell kits at www.spellmaker.com!

In service,

Mambo Sam

Ritualistic Cooking!

Ritualistic cooking is an extremely ancient form of spell casting.  Food has been linked with love, nurturing, and caring for centuries.   Many people cook to show how much they care for their partners, families, friends, etc.   Cooking takes on a ritualistic twist when any kind of magick ritual is added to boost the spiritual energy that cooking already has!   In Reverend Samantha Corfield's cook book  Cajun Voodoo Love Cookin', her Cajun family recipes for food and  magick are shared with you.  Detailed explanations of the rituals and the recipes are outlined for you.  Here is a sample recipe from the book!

HAPPY HOUSE OMELETTE
by Mambo Sam

Usage:  To smooth out problems after a fight

Ingredients:

1 dozen eggs

1 dozen raw, fresh oysters, drained

1 cup cooked crabmeat

1/8 pound unencased hot sausage, fried and drained (reserve drippings)

6 tablespoons cream

1 very finely chopped onion

1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

1/4 cup minced celery

Tabasco® sauce

Salt and pepper

Butter

Rum for flaming (optional)

Spiritual Gifts:

2 white tapers (candle)

1 glass (8 oz.) of water

1 serving of grits (or oatmeal, etc.)

1 paper bowl

2 small paper plates

1 pair women’s inexpensive sunglasses

1/2 cup of regular (plain) water

 

Before beginning your cooking:

1. Line up your candles one before the other (in a vertical line) anywhere in the kitchen.

Put one candle in the rear, and the other in front of it, about 6 inches apart.

Put the grits in the paper bowl.

Put the grits and glass of water between the candles.

Set the sunglasses up around the grits and water

(The candles, sunglasses, grits and water are to remain in place overnight.)

2. Go to any corner of the kitchen with the 1/2-cup of water.

Sprinkle some water from your fingertips in the corner three times.

3. Go to the candles. Stamp the floor three times. Light the rear candle and say:

“Hey, Legba. Open the gate and let my words carry to the other side.”

Pause a moment, then light the front candle, clap your hands three times and say:

“Mademoiselle Florida. Florida. Florida, I am upset. You, my dear, truly the queen of luxury, may be of service to me. Listen to this. My man and I have had a fight. I want to smooth out the problems, Florida. And I want all women to have a soft life with their men. Mademoiselle, I ask this of you: Give me some of that luxury. Make my man and I relate to each other in a fashion smooth as silk, soft as satin, sweet as sugar. Do this for me, Florida, do it now.”

4. Begin to make your omelet with your desire in mind.

Keep that desire in mind and honor Mademoiselle Florida during the preparation.

 

Start cooking:

In a large, nonstick frying pan melt 3 tablespoons of butter; add in sausage drippings, onion, parsley and celery. Cook about ten minutes or until tender. In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs adding in the cream, a couple of dashes of Tabasco®, salt and pepper. Beat until frothy. Fold in the crabmeat, sausage and oysters. Pour into pan with the onion mixture. Fold from one side to the other, letting uncooked egg fall to the sides, then folding in. Do not overcook.

Slide out of pan onto warmed platter. If desired, pour a small amount of rum over the omelet and flame briefly. 

Serves 10-12.

Serve for Sunday or holiday brunch with hash browns, buttered grits, and hot biscuits.

After cooking:

1. Put out the front candle and say:

“Thank you, Florida, for hearing my cry and making my desire come true. If it pleases you, you may now depart.”

Pause a moment. Put the rear candle out and say:

“Thank you, Papa Alegba. If it pleases you, you may close the gate.”

2. Cut out 2 small pieces of omelet and put each one onto a paper plate.

Before you eat (if not possible, then afterwards):

1. Take the 2 paper plates with the omelet pieces outside and go to the base of a tree, telephone pole, lamppost or fence post.
2. Stamp the ground three times with your foot. Put one plate down and say:

“Papa Alegba, this is for you.”

Put down the other plate and say:

“Blessings and thanks to you, Mademoiselle Florida.”

3. Turn your back and walk away, leaving the omelet servings there overnight.

The next day:

1. If the omelet is still by the tree or pole, place it on the ground and trash the plates.
2. Take the candles, sunglasses, grits and glass of water and set them out on a street corner.

Do not be noticed doing so. Leave quickly.

In Service, 

Mambo Samantha Corfield 

Remember the Chinese Harvest Moon Ritual?

Hi everyone!  I am sure that some of you remember my post from 2007 about the Chinese Harvest Moon Ritual!

It is almost time for that festival to be celebrated all over the world again - September 22, 2010 is the date that the festival falls on this year.

The link above will take you to the page where I explained the festival and one of the intriguing aspects of the harvest moon ritual - single ladies looking for the right man to be brought to them! :-)

It is such a fun and beautiful legend.  It is a wonderful time, also, to honor our dear Erzulie Freda and you can do her ritual pack, or any of our other products dedicated to her, in conjunction with doing the harvest moon ritual!

If nothing else, please do click on my link to read about the Chinese Harvest Moon Ritual because it is such a beautiful and fascinating tradition!

Love, light, and peace,
Mambo Samantha Corfield
www.spellmaker.com

 

Money and Luck Magick

Greetings everyone!  It is no secret that these are trying financial times!  To that end, we have recently reduced the price of many of our luck and money magick products to try to help ease some of the crunch that so many of us are feeling.

Also, there is a rather humble but delicious New Orleans stew that can be prepared ritualistically to hopefully bring financial help into one's home.   

New Orleans Voodoo Lucky Penny Stew

1 quart boiling water
1 cup beef stew meat
4 cups cut up cabbage
1 large white onion, chopped
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 cup fresh spinach, washed and torn into small pieces
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup garlic powder
1/4 cup onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup dark red wine
1 green candle*
3 shiny pennies*

*Before beginning your cooking, set up a green candle in the kitchen and surround it with 3 shiny pennies. Light the candle and say, "Hey, Legba, open the gate, let my words carry to the other side. Thank you." Pause a moment. Then say, "Capitaine Agouer (pronounced "ah-ghwAY"), I humbly ask that you help me in providing for my family, myself, and others that may be in need." Then begin your food preparation with your petition in mind. Keep your petition in mind and honor Capitain Agouer during the preparation of the food.

Add all ingredients except the meat, cabbage, spinach, and raisins to the pot of boiling water and reduce to a simmer. Add in the meat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add in the rest of the ingredients and cook for 40 minutes at a low simmer. Turn off flame and add 1/2 cup red wine to pot and stir. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Serve with black eyed peas to insure prosperity.

BEFORE YOU EAT: Before you eat the stew, take 1/2 cup out and put it in a pretty paper cup or bowl. Place it in front of the burning candle as an offering to Capitaine Agouer. After the meal, take the food offering and the three pennies outside and leave it under a tree. Stamp the ground three times with your foot and say, "Blessings and thanks to you Capitaine Agouer."

Happy cooking and blessings to all of those in need of help.

Love, Mambo Sam

Quick Communication Spell

Hello everyone!  Many times throughout the course of spell work we are not in communication with the person we are working on.  This might be temporary due to circumstances or it might be due to the fact that you have lost all communication with the person.  It is so difficult sometimes NOT to be in contact with that special person.  I completely understand that and am offering you this "Quick Communication Spell" that you can use to try to help foster a contact with your intended!

Now please understand, there are some periods of time in spell work when it may actually be better NOT to be in communication with the object of your desire.  For instance, sometimes things are too rocky between you and the communication will degenerate into an argument or harsh words.   As you all know, that is not good for your spell work.  :-) But no worries with the little "quick spell" outlined below:  If you are not supposed to be in communication with your HD, it simply won't work for you. 

Here's what you need:

• Two gender-specific figure candles (one to represent you, one to represent the person you want to contact you).  You can use ones from candle magick kits from us - white, pink, or red will work fine and you can even do this spell with candles you are using right now as long as it is for the same person.
• Some kind of picture that represents the form of communication you want to use (a picture of a phone, computer, etc.).

Here's what you do:

• One candle represents you and one candle represents the person you want to communicate with you.  (If using our candle magick kits, you still will do all the "regular" instructions of the candle kit.)
• Face the candles towards each other, so that they are "looking" at each other, about six inches apart.
• On the picture of the communication form write:  "Johnny (insert the name of your HD), I want to hear from you.  Please call (or email, or whatever you have chosen) me.  I promise this will be a good communication for both of us."    (And you have to really mean that - don't use this spell if you are angry and are going to be upset or petulant when the person calls! You will be defeating your own purpose.)
• Place the picture on the table (or other surface you are using) with the writing facing upwards.
• Do the normal ritual for the candle magick kits (if that is what you are using), this time meditating only on communicating with this person, how well the conversation will go, what nice things you will talk about, etc. (If you are using these candles for another purpose, you can return to that purpose next session.)
• When you are finished with the ritual and have extinguished the candles, pour a little bit of the candle wax from both candles (at the same time) on the paper.  Concentrate on you and the person "melding" together in conversation.  It just takes a small amount. Be careful not to burn yourself!
• When the candle wax is cooled and hardened, fold the paper in on itself (over the candle wax). If the paper doesn't stay together, you can tie it with string or ribbon so that it makes a nice, neat little package.
• Keep the paper somewhere safe until you hear from the person you are wanting to contact you OR seven days has passed.  (If you are doing spell work, you can keep the paper on your altar.  If you working with a love doll you can keep the paper with the doll.  You can keep the paper with any of our magickal work that you might be doing.)  Once you have heard from them OR seven days have passed, you can just throw the paper away - that spell is done. It either works within seven days or it doesn't work (for whatever reason).  If it didn't work in seven days, try it again!  :-)  It really does work quite often.  However, as I said, sometimes there is a REASON you are not in communication with a person. On the other hand, it doesn't hurt to try and this is relatively easy to do.  :-) 

General Info:  This spell would be categorized as a "one time" spell - it doesn't mean the person will keep communicating with you necessarily.  So you may need to do it again.   For some people with whom communication is sparse or difficult, it might be a good idea to keep a set of candles around to work with just for this spell.

Have fun!

Love,  Mambo Sam