With this herb, there comes a WedWritten by Alma De La Cruz
The late Cuban singer and queen of salsa, Celia Cruz, said it clear in her classic salsa “El Yerbero Moderno” (the modern herbist). The rhythmical song names some herbs and their better use: “…I bring Basil, for skinny one; I bring Vetivert, for blind one…” and so on. Ok, it's true, original lyrics are more fun as they rhyme in Spanish, but idea to pick up there is that “with this herb you can get married.” Other herbs she sings about are Holy Grass, Jechimon, Abre Camino, Garden Rue, Basil, Apazote, and Vetivert which are normally used for their medical healing properties. But what her music says not only has approval of Afro and Latino descendents, it has also recognition of many of us who practice Santeria, which is a combination of Afro magical ritual and Spaniard religion. Santeria was born in Cuba and Brazil . The use of plants and herbs are part of their magical ritual of worshiping spirits. We have explained before methods in which plants, herbs, and roots should be used to attract and maintain love you are seeking. But since then, Wiccan masters have found more herbs possessing love properties as well as their common uses for helping psychic powers, prosperity, protection, and other human realms. For instance, spiritual healers recommend different ways in which these herbs may convey natural energy and love. You may carry plant material on your person, take an infusion bath, and boil it in water or just eat it as an aphrodisiac meal. To achieve first option, make a tiny talisman by putting one to three leafs in a small hand-made mojo bag; these are easy to take with you as they can be placed into your bag, wallet or pocket. You may try boiling herb you've bought into water; then, after cooling it, splash it onto your body in shower. Another option would be to use magical powers that many know surrounds their kitchen. It means you should concentrate on person of your desire as you prepare a love potion which then can be drunk (i.e. tea, chilled beverage and cocktails) or eaten (mixed with fish, soy, meat, chicken, grains, etc.). For those who don't know, some of these herbs may taste bitter, sour, salty, spicy, and sweet. On this, I always remind of what my mentor once told me: “Well, at least try to sweeten yourself with a Vanilla ice cream instead of bittersweet potions.” Herbs with other properties than love
| | Sex & Pregnancy...Do they mix??? ©Written by Tara Grant
As a pregnant women, you may experience sex drives much like your moods. Up and Down! Some women claim that they have no sex drive at all during pregnancy, and others, say their sex drive is better during pregnancy. With changes to your body happening so quickly, your moods and dives may also change just as quick! Here are some common questions often asked by pregnant women with helpful answers! Is it safe to have sex during all trimesters of pregnancy? If there is no pain during sex and your not a high risk pregnancy, then sex is perfectly safe! If you are experiencing pain, or have a history of miscarriages, or any complications, consult with your medical professional. I do not have any desire for sex, is this normal? Every woman's pregnancy is different. While some women experience an increase in their sex drive, others may experience a decrease. Many women that are experiencing morning sickness, have no desire for sex at all. This is fine, and actually perfectly normal. Who wants to make love when they feel sick? As you enter your 2nd trimester, most of time morning sickness will start to vanish. Once this happens, you will feel better and your sex drive many appear. If you seem to just have no desire for sex at all, there are other ways to satisfy your needs and your partners needs for intimacy, such as kissing and holding each other.
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