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Magical Herbs .
    Your magick key: Each sequence encourages you to draw a personal sigil, or symbol, that represents the focus of that day. This is done during the ritual sequence and relies on your observations throughout the day. You can make the symbol as simple or elaborate as you desire. Once you have completed the HedgeWitch sequence, you will have fourteen powerful “keys,” or gateways, that you can use in any type of working. Because you have designed the symbol yourself, it will have great meaning to you. In the future, you can use this symbol in candle magick, on petitions, to embroider on clothing, to place in conjuring bags, etc. Only you will know what this symbol stands for, thereby making the significance that much greater. When all the symbols are completed, you can begin mixing them together like bind runes, experimenting with how they will work best for you.
    A recommendation: Keep a HedgeWitch journal as you progress through these rites. It doesn’t have to be fancy. When I teach the HedgeWitch course, my students use a simple composition book that they decorate with colorful papers, stamp art, glitter, dried herbs—whatever suits their fancy. Your journal will contain your dreams over the next fourteen days, any unusual experiences you may have, the HedgeWitch sigils you create, thoughts, insights, and so on. Writing a great deal is not necessary—jotted notes will do, as this record is only for you.
    Can I reorder the rites? Yes, you can reorder the first eleven rites as they might suit you; however, please be aware that some of the rites use materials presented in rites preceding it. If you plan to reorder your ceremonies, be sure to take this into consideration and jot down necessary adjustments. For example, if you experience a wonderful rainstorm or thunderstorm early in the sequence of days, you may wish to take advantage of the weather and work the Rite of Rain or the Rite of Thunder.

First Night
    Your affirmation for today: I am always connected to Spirit. Spirit fulfills my every need and my every desire. I know that Spirit lives within me.
    Your symbol for today: the wind
    Begin your day: Begin in the morning by reading the affirmation for the day. Today’s segment concentrates on wind, associating this energy with that of Spirit. Close your eyes, quiet your mind, smile, and allow Spirit to fully enter your body. Then repeat the word wind softly, conjuring your vision of wind in your mind. Open your eyes, and repeat the affirmation at least three times. Remember to smile as you finish! Throughout the day, repeat the affirmation as many times as you like. Begin and end with a smile. Write down in a small notebook (or your HedgeWitch journal) anything unusual about this day and events, people, or places that carry a strong wind association for you. In this way, you will be prepared to perform the first night Rite of Wind.
    To do today: Choose your signature plant/herb/flower. It may be your favorite, or it could be a particular plant with a special meaning to you. You may wish to spend a little time surfing the Net, or visit a bookstore or library to read all about the plant you have chosen. Remember that you will need a physical representation of your choice. If you already have it growing in your garden, that’s great! If not, you might visit a local nursery, the grocery store, or shop on the Net. If you are already familiar with the plant’s wild location out-of-doors, a short trip to collect it might be in order. The physical plant can be dried, but you may wish to obtain a living one to forge a better connection.
    Today I will release… all unpleasant odors in my home! I will open windows and air out stuffy areas and stagnant air. I will burn scented candles or use air fresheners to keep my home smelling pleasant and fragrant. If I own a vehicle, I will clean it out, removing all trash and junk that has collected there. If I have time, I will take it to be