Everything Under the Moon

I'm pretty super familiar with how sour jars are made and how to write petitions, but I was curious about the petition once it's IN the jar.

Typically, I'll tie black string around the petition to keep it folded shut, but in a jar I just recently did, I didn't have said black string or anything to tie with it, so I just folded it as best and as tight as I could, plopped it in the jar, did my thing, then shook the crap out of it. I noticed the petition unfolded (obviously, because it's wet), so I was curious to know if the petition will technically still be valid even though it kinda unfolded itself. The petition I wrote was made to be ripped in half, then the 2 names placed back to back, then folded away, but I'm almost sure they're floating around separately in the jar post-shake.

I guess I could take it as symbolism for the people separating, but I'm still curious as far as petitions go.

NOTE
This ritual was requested by and done for a friend. Toxic relationship. Wouldn't do it otherwise.

I think you've got the right idea on the symbolism of separating, don't you? You're the caster & you're the one with the say-so. There's no one size fits all rule but your intent.

I think you've got the right idea on the symbolism of separating, don't you? You're the caster & you're the one with the say-so. There's no one size fits all rule but your intent.

You're right! How dare I second guess my intuition.

I believe it meant separating because when I do such a jar my paper always stays folded. I mainly do sweetening jars but either way it means it is working in your favor.