by Frances Lane
Spells to Control the Elements
Control of the elements is limited somewhat by the laws of nature. You cannot make it snow in the middle of the summer. The Wiccan Rede (and its instruction to do whatever you please as long as it harms no one) prevents you from causing natural disasters like tornados or floods. The threefold repayment you would receive from such an action would not be something you would want to deal with. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have some influence on the elements.
The best weather alteration spells are the subtle ones. Bring on a light rain or keep one from falling on you. Bring enough snow for a snow day (but not a blizzard). The best part of these spells is that they require no supplies. You only have to walk outside, raise your hands towards the sky and say things aloud. For that reason, you should probably choose a secluded area so that crowds of people don’t gather to look at the crazy person yelling at the clouds.
Note: There are spells that exist to manipulate fire, but it is strongly discouraged that a novice experiment with them. The risk of something going wrong is far too great. People and property could be seriously damaged or destroyed. It is best left to experienced spell casters or covens.
Bring Rain
Stand outside, lift your palms toward the sky and say aloud:
The ancient Gods and Goddesses,
I invoke thee.
The water from the sky,
Let it be.
I command you now,
To you all.
Listen to my desires
And let rain fall!
Prevent the Rain
When the sky begins to get cloudy and dark, walk outside and lift your hands towards the
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