Month: January 2011

Way To The Well

Way To The Well

We Will Never, Never Lose Our Way To The Well Of Her Memory

And The Power– Of Her Living Flame It Will Rise, It Will Rise Again. (x2)

Like The Grasses, Through The Dark, Through The Soil,

To The Sunlight — We Shall Rise Again. We Are Thirsting — For The Waters Of Life,

We Are Moving — We Shall Live Again. (x2)

Runecast for Saturday January 15

This morning Perthro of Heimdall’s Aett popped out of my pouch Perthro pronounced “perth-row” (P: Lot cup or vagina) Uncertain meaning, a secret matter, a mystery, hidden things and occult abilities. Initiation, knowledge of one’s destiny, knowledge of future matters, determining the future or your path. Pertaining to things feminine, feminine mysteries including female fertility, and vagina. Good lot, fellowship and joy. Evolutionary change.

Ripples on the water show the deep place. The appearance of something hidden. Look for the roots of events. You may be surprised at the way some of the events in your life are shaping up, especially if someone is paying you special attention, or you have recently benefited financially. This rune reminds us that not all of our life is self-evident and on the surface. There is a deep, hidden process taking place which shows itself only indirectly, in odd little ways. You will overlook something important now if you are not attentive to small details and the subtle ways in which things can be revealed. So try to guess what is going on beneath surface appearances. For example, if someone gives you a present, or on the other hand, is rude and offensive, perhaps they are secretly in love with you. However, at the same time, be cautious now with your own hidden motives because others may catch on to them without you realizing it.

Perthro Reversed or Merkstave: Addiction, stagnation, loneliness, malaise. (Note: the reversed or merkstave definitions are included only for reference as they apply to a multi-rune cast and not to a single rune that’s drawn blind from the pouch)

As with all, take only what feels right to you and disregard the rest.

**a portion of today’s rune meaning/description was kindly provided by Ingrid Halvorsen at sunnyway.com and used here with her gracious permission**

In the Light…

Tom

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“Music is a release from the tyranny of conscious thought”
— Kevin Burke
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Today’s I Ching Hexagram for 1/15

Today’s I Ching Hexagram for Everyone:

14: Abundant Blessings

Saturday, January 15th, 2011

Hexagram 14
General Meaning: Supreme success! Like the proverbial pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, a person whose fortunes have turned for the better shines as bright. At the core of this success lies unselfishness and modesty, for it is the tendency of a flexible or yielding nature to bind powerful forces to it, particularly when prosperity begins to manifest. When power is wielded with grace and dignity, there is supreme success and great abundance!

Ah, but be careful. Along with any accumulation of wealth or influence can come pride and arrogance. Fight such tendencies if you intend to continue enjoying your bliss. Stay attentive enough to manage your affairs well. And remember that while material prosperity certainly beats the alternative, it is only one of many elements of a satisfying life.

Today’s Tarot Card for 1/15 is The Devil

Today’s Tarot Card for Everyone:

The Devil

This Tarot Deck: Folklore

General Meaning: What has traditionally been known as the Devil card expresses the realm of the Taboo, the culturally rejected wildness and undigested shadow side that each of us carries in our subconscious. This shadow is actually at the core of our being, which we cannot get rid of and will never succeed in taming. From its earliest versions, which portrayed a vampire-demon, this card evoked the Church-fueled fear that a person could “lose their soul” to wild and passionate forces.

The image which emerged in the mid-1700’s gives us a more sophisticated rendition — that of the “scapegoated Goddess,” whose esoteric name is Baphomet. Volcanic reserves of passion and primal desire empower her efforts to overcome the pressure of stereotyped roles and experience true freedom of soul. Tavaglione’s highly evolved image (Stella deck) portrays the magical formula for harnessing and transmuting primal and obsessive emotions into transformative energies. As a part of the Gnostic message of Tarot, this fearsome passion and power must be reintegrated into the personality, to fuel the soul’s passage from mortal to immortal.

Daily Horoscopes for 1/15

 

General Daily Horoscope

 

Life grows complicated today, so we won’t need to manufacture fantasies to lure us off track. Otherworldly septiles between Saturn, Mars and Venus stretch the thin boundaries between this world and other worlds. A simple twist of fate can have great consequences as things happen for no apparent reason. The Moon’s entry into clever Gemini at 8:22 am EST spurs our curiosity as our nervous systems are activated by Mars’ shift into quirky Aquarius.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You’ve been hitting the brakes recently while your ruling planet Mars traveled through cautious Capricorn. Today, however, the warrior planet shifts into independent Aquarius to support your natural instinct to lead by example. Unfortunately, reckless behavior in the days ahead is very tempting. Keep in mind that it’s much smarter to hold onto some energy for later on when you’re going to need it most.

 

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

Pushing forward at work grows more important now that assertive Mars is in your 10th House of Career. You may become so motivated with the idea of success that other areas of your life suffer. Don’t allow your finances to go unattended for too long or your denial might create problems for you. Handling a tricky situation before it grows out of control is much easier than untangling a mess after the fact.

 

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

You may be the original “Comeback Kid” because of your natural resilience. Now, it’s even easier for you to imagine how everything will work out. Paradoxically, the Moon is back in your sign today, encouraging you to bring your emotions closer to the surface. But it’s very likely that others will pick up on your moodiness. Don’t worry about what everyone else thinks; just focus on your goals. Success is within reach if you don’t let yourself get distracted.

 

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

You have been rather serious about your relationships lately, and today’s entry of Mars into your 8th House of Sharing can remind you to re-establish clear boundaries. Being self-contained now is critical to your continuing growth. Fortunately, you aren’t likely to lose your unique perspective because your analytical powers are strong. Rational thinking is fine, but don’t use it as a way of avoiding your true feelings.

 

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Although you may not be very sensitive to other people’s needs today, you can still pick up on the truth, especially if someone is more aggressive than usual. Your friends and family might be more assertive around you, and resisting this energy will only serve to feed it. Instead of reigniting a conflict, aim your intentions at a positive goal and keep moving in that direction, no matter what anyone else says.

 

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

This is a day of paradoxes as you attempt to focus on what’s most important. Unfortunately, there is so much happening now that you might be pulled off course. You are tempted to take on more than you can do in the amount of time you have available. You cannot be everything to everybody. Start less, but do whatever you undertake well.

 

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You may be feeling more upbeat today, and running into an unexpected problem won’t likely bring you down. Your special brand of creativity receives a boost when Mars moves into your 5th House of Spontaneity. The time for analysis has passed; instead of weighing and balancing every single decision, let your immediate reaction be your guide.

 

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You are filled with contradictions today. You have an uncharacteristic sense of detachment now and yet your feelings are extremely deep, blessing you with a sharp perspective on what’s happening. But you aren’t interested in sharing your internal process because you’re not seeking anyone else’s point of view. Still, a heartfelt discussion with a friend is a good idea, even if it’s simply for the comfort that it offers.

 

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Fasten your seatbelt because your life is getting crazier by the minute. Even if you decide to cut back on your activities, it still may be nearly impossible to cancel your appointments. Whatever you don’t do today will simply be added to tomorrow’s calendar. Although you cannot avoid responsibilities, you can make smart use of your time by relaxing at home so you don’t burn yourself out too soon.

 

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You may be attracted to starting a new project, yet it’s more sensible now to build on something that already exists. Enterprising Mars is visiting your 2nd House of Finances, encouraging you to invest your time and money, rather than going out and indulging in something you don’t actually need. Nevertheless, you might feel like rebelling against your own boredom today, so be careful about purchasing something impulsively and then regretting it later.

 

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Feisty Mars blasts into your sign for a six-week stay, and your blood runs hotter while the warrior planet is in your 1st House of Self. However, it’s still wise to seek ways to constructively express your excess energy, rather than watching it grow into anger or resentment. The good news is that you have extra stamina now, so this is a great time to start a project that requires hard work. Keep in mind that you’ll feel better once you have something physical to do.

 

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

The complexity of your current situation may require you to act extroverted, even if you would rather withdraw from social interactions. The fantasy of solitude could be quite appealing now, yet circumstances probably won’t allow you to be introverted and avoid your social commitments. Thankfully, you can still travel within your dreams as long as you stay present to show up in the outer world when necessary.

New Moon Report for 1/15 – Mars in Aquarius

Mars in Aquarius

Saturday, January 15, 2:42 pm PST, 5:42 pm EST

Active Mars pushes us toward independence in cool, detached Aquarius. Following rules becomes more challenging and routines can feel stifling. Exploring innovative approaches to work and inventing new methods directs this energy effectively. Setting perfection aside and allowing mistakes to happen is an essential part of this experimental process.

Happy Saturday, everyone!

Sorry about running so late, I think most of you have heard me complain about having some sort of virus. The night before and last night, I have woke up twice coughing my head off, sick headache and couldn’t breathe. Both nights, I have thought about having my hubby taking me to the hospital. But by the time you get him up, you could be dead. My daughter who just happens to be a nurse, keen’s advice is “get a flu shot!” Yeah, right! I already have the creeping crud and now a flu shot, I don’t think so.  Anyway back to me and my crud, which I know you are just dying to hear about, lol! By the time I take all the over the counter medicine you can imagine, I got back to sleep briefly. Today happens to be the exception, I slept to 11:00 and feel about half way decent. If I had the medicine I use to take, I would be over the crap by now. But we have a lot of meth labs around here due to all the farming and plus all the over the counter medication. Well Kentucky passed a bill, to get all the over the counter stuff that meth addicts would use to make their meth put behind the counter and you have to sign your life away to get it. And you can only get so much each time. When I could use it as I liked, it generally took two boxes for me to get over the crud. Well now you can only get a box every ninety days. What’s the point! All I can say is I hope all the meth heads that are depriving me of my medicine, is that their noses fall off.  If you think that is mean, how would you feel if they suddenly outlawed your Tylenol, Bayer and so on??? You wouldn’t like it either.

Sorry about the rambling, now on with the horoscopes and then after that is a little thing I call, “witchy does.” What’s this? I have some favorite things I like to do and I don’t get to do them on the weekdays so I save them for the weekend. I like adding spells, potions, brews, anything that strikes my fancy. I am sure you won’t be disappointed. Have a great one!

Organic House Plant Spray

Organic House Plant Spray

(To Keep Plants Happy!)

Essential oils can keep your plants happy and healthy – just add formula to one gallon of water. Water plant well before applying solution. Shake bottle vigorously and spray your floral friends. Spray plants lightly every thirty days. If you don’t wish to make your own sprayers, buy organics soap sprays at your local nursery.

Bee Sweet Formula

10 drop peppermint essential oil

5 drops cinnamon essential oil

1 gallon water

Moon Wish Formula

5 drops lavender essential oil

5 drops sweet bay essential oil

5 drops clove essential oil

1 gallon water

‘THINK on THESE THINGS’

‘THINK on THESE THINGS’
By Joyce Sequichie Hifler

If you don’t know what to do about a situation – wait awhile, the answer will come. If weariness overcomes you before you’ve completed a difficult job, wait awhile, you’ll get your second wind.

If you do not agree with someone else’s philosophy, don’t fret, perhaps later you will come to know that the same philosophy can be reached from many different directions.

If you think the activities of another person or group are frivolous and unnecessary, wait a bit, they most likely will feel the same way about you sometime.

If you don’t like what others have to say, wait, they may clarify it – or you may change your mind.

If life hasn’t dished you unhappiness, wait a bit, if you’ve planted any happiness seeds, you will also reap.

We can’t always wait, but sometimes waiting is action, and action of the hardest kind. It is difficult to keep quiet when you have something to say, but it more often saves your face later and sometimes your life.

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Available online! ‘Cherokee Feast of Days’
By Joyce Sequichie Hifler.

Elder’s Meditation of the Day – January 14

Elder’s Meditation of the Day – January 14

“It is a native tradition to sit in a circle and talk – to share what is in your heart.”

–John Peters (Slow Turtle), WAMPANOAG

The talking circle is also a listening circle. The talking circle allows one person to talk at a time for as long as they need to talk. So much can be gained by listening. Is it a coincidence that the Creator gave us one mouth and two ears? The power of the circle allows the heart to be shared with each other. What we share with each other also heals each other. When we talk about our pain in the circle, it is distributed to the circle, and we are free of the pain. The talking circle works because when the people form a circle, the Great Mystery is in the center.

My Creator, give me the courage to share, and the courage to listen.

 

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January 14 – Daily Feast

 January 14 – Daily Feast

What we take for granted someone else thinks is beautiful. What we want to get rid of is someone else’s treasure. Sometimes we stand so close to something dear that we cannot see that it is dear. Our lack of awareness robs us of what we assume is ours forever. We have many eyes, but most are closed or glazed over. The eyes of the mind and spirit perceive far more than our physical eyes will ever see. The eyes of our hearing detect sound but also feelings and attitude – and the music of the sphere. There is a word in the Cherokee language, agowhtvhdi, which means sight. When we touch something we not only feel but we also see the gentleness or the hardships, the depths and the heights. No, we are never blind except when we close ourselves off and deny the very Spirit of Life.

~ Give heed, my child, lift up your eyes, behold the One who has brought you life. ~

CEREMONIAL SONG

‘A Cherokee Feast of Days’, by Joyce Sequichie Hifler

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