The Kitchen Witch

The First of February belongs to Brigid, (Brighid, Brigit, Bride,) the Celtic goddess who in later times became revered as a Christian saint. Originally, her festival on February 1 was known as Imbolc or Oimelc, two names which refer to the lactation of the ewes, the flow of milk that heralds the return of the life-giving forces of spring. Later, the Catholic Church replaced this festival with Candlemas Day on February 2, which is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and features candlelight processions. The powerful figure of Brigid the Light-Bringer overlights both pagan and Christian celebrations.

I like to make Wisdom Candle Anointing Oil for Imbolic.

Wisdom Anointing Oil:

put in a jar...

1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Rosemary
10 drops Myrrh Oil
fill with light olive oil to top of jar

Mix well in a air tight 2oz jar. Turn jar over daily for at least 10 days before using. Run the oil on the candle before using.