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Vestalia is the focal point in the activities of the Vestals. They pray and sing songs on behalf of households. Libations are poured. Donkeys are garlanded with wreaths, and cakes in honor of the bakers and millers are made.
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Matralia is dedicated to Mater Matuta, Dawn. Matuta has ties to matrons. Offerings are cooked in earthenware. Before praying, matrons ask for the blessing of their nephews and nieces . This because the Matuta is a virgin-goddess when she gives birth to the dawn.
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Festival of Fortuna, the Goddess of Fate and Chance. She was also called Fata,. Romans would make a pilgrimage on for by boats decorated with garlands of flowers. Fortuna was especially popular with poorer Romans and the servant class, who sought the blessings that more successful Romans already had.
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