This magic usually works faster than white or green magic, but the consequences are far worse. Witches believe that when you cast a spell, you get back nine times what you send out. It's like karma. Traditionally, most witches were female and the broom is a common tool of domestics. Women would prop a broom outside their door or up a chimney to let people know they were away.
Many witches have an upside-down broom hanging in their house because it brings good luck.
Holidays are called Sabbats or High Holidays. We celebrate Yule, Dec. 20-23, honoring the sun king and the return of the sun. Candelmas, Feb. 2, celebrates Brigid, the goddess of inspiration and healing, because the days are visibly longer. The Spring Equinox, March 20-23, celebrates Eostre meaning rebirth, and that the days and nights are equal. Beltane, the eve of May 1, celebrates fertility and seed sowing.