poppy magic – Moonzie Momma

Honoring the Ancestors: A Witch’s Reflection on Memorial Day

An outdoor, witchy Memorial Day altar on a wooden bench, featuring a lit white candle, blooming red poppies, fresh rosemary sprigs, polished black obsidian stones, and a steaming cup of herbal tea. A small wooden sign reads, "Memorial Day 2023: Honoring the Fallen. May 29th." In the background, a vintage black-and-white photograph of a soldier rests against old books, with a soft-focus view of a lavender garden and a green landscape at dusk.

Honoring the Ancestors: A Witch’s Reflection on Memorial Day The end of May brings a distinct shift in the air. The soil is warm, the spring blossoms are giving way to the deep greens of impending summer, and the veil—while not as thin as it is during Samhain—feels uniquely poignant. […]