Month: March 2011

Today’s Goddess: ISHIKORE-DOME

Today’s Goddess:   ISHIKORE-DOME

Sun Enters Aries (Various Locations)
 
Themes: Arts; Excellence
Symbols: Stone; Mirror
 
About Ishikore-Dome: This Shinto goddess is the protectress of all stonecutters and smiths, having fashioned the mold from which an eight-petaled mirror was made for Amaterasu (the sun goddess). The beauty of Ishikore-Dome’s creation was such that Amaterasu came out of hiding, bringing spring’s wonderful sunshine with her! Similarly, Ishikore-Dome tempts us to come out of our home-cave today, explore and express our talents, and enjoy the warmer weather.
 
To Do Today: The sign of Aries is said to produce a feisty, courageous spirit, which is exactly what it takes sometimes to stop being the proverbial wallflower and try new things. If there’s an art form you’ve always wanted to try, or one that you love but hesitate to try because of perceived shortcomings, let Ishikore-Dome’s encouraging energy nudge you into action today. Remember, Buddhists believe that developing artistic proficiency comes down to three things: practice, practice, practice!
To conduct yourself with greater courage and a unique artistic flair; make a simple Ishikore-Dome charm from a small mirror. Face-down on the mirror, glue a symbol of the area in your life in which you need more creativity, mastery, or mettle and carry it with you. This symbolically reflects your desire to the goddess

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GrannyMoon’s Morning Feast Archive 

Light A Candle Today!

Light A Candle Today!
In many different traditions lighting a candle is a sacred action. It expresses more than words can express. It has to do with gratefulness. From time immemorial, people have lit candles in sacred places. You may want to begin or end your day by the sacred ritual of lighting a candle on this gratefulness. Or you may want to light a birthday candle for a friend. One single guideline is all you need: Slow down and do it with full attention. 
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Seasons of the Witch! Ancient Holidays (and some not so ancient!)

Live each Season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influences of each. ~Henry David Thoreau (1817 – 1862)  

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Spring Eve – On the eve of Spring Day, Albanian children go out to search for fragrant greens and flowers to decorate doorways. They sing songs to the newly-awakened spring. Mothers twist red and white threads around the throats and wrists of young children, to keep them strong and healthy during the coming year.

 

     

Resources : GrannyMoon’s Morning Feast Archives   
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NOTE: Because of the large number of ancient calendars, many in simultaneous use, as well as different ways of computing holy days (marked by the annual inundation, the solar year, the lunar month, the rising of key stars, and other celestial and terrestrial events), you may find these holy days celebrated a few days earlier or later at your local temple . 

Lunar Lore

 Lunar Lore  

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If the moon is on its back in the third quarter,
it is a sign of rain.
            – Collected in R. Inwards, “Weather Lore”.
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Ah, Moon of my Delight who know’st no wane
The Moon of Heav’n is rising once again:
  How oft hereafter rising shall she look;
Through this same Garden after me – in vain!

 – Edward Fitzgerald, “The Rubà’iyàt of Omar Khayyàm.”

Today’s I Ching Hexagram for 3/21

Today’s I Ching Hexagram for Everyone:

43: Determination

Monday, March 21st, 2011

Hexagram 43

General Meaning: Personal resolution points to a breakthrough, but decisive action is required. As long as you diligently hold your ground and ward off negative tendencies and influences, the good will prevail.

The persistence of negativity, which is that which opposes the good, is a constant in human affairs. Just when it is thought to have been eradicated, up it will pop again, sprouting through some crack in the pavement of civilized society. Evil need not take dramatic or extravagant forms, such as those exhibited in Nazi Germany. Garden-variety lies and deceit are much more common and persistent, but should be rooted out just as diligently. One must be determined to not accidentally feed negativity — either in one’s social or professional life, or in one’s own soul. In either case, definite rules must be followed for the struggle to succeed.

The first rule: do not compromise with evil. Destructive or exploitive actions must be identified openly for what they are, and discredited. The second: one cannot successfully resist negativity on its own terms. New, positive alternatives that lead away from the source of the problem are generally more successful, and appropriate than trying to counter negativity with raw power. The third rule: the means used to counter negativity must be consistent with the end to be achieved. One cannot stop the spreading of lies by spreading more of them.

Today’s Tarot Card for 3/21

Today’s Tarot Card for Everyone:

The World

This Tarot Deck: Oswald Wirth

General Meaning: What has traditionally been known as the World card points to the presiding intelligence, called “Sophia,” or Wisdom, which upholds life on this and all worlds. A more precise title for this card might be “the Soul of the World,” also applicable as a symbol of personal empowerment and freedom. In most Tarot decks it is a female figure that has become our standard World image. She originates in Hebrew, Gnostic and Alchemical lore, and stands between heaven and earth as the Cosmic Mother of Souls, the Wife of God and our protector from the karmic forces we have set loose upon the Earth in our immaturity and ignorance.

Where the Empress energy secures and fertilizes our terrestrial lives, the goddess of The World invites us into cosmic citizenship — once we come to realize our soul’s potential for it. Just as the Chariot stands for success in achieving a separate Self, and Temperance represents achievement of mental and moral health, the World card announces the awakening of the soul’s Immortal Being, accomplished without the necessity of dying.

This card, like the Sun, is reputed to have no negative meaning no matter where or how it appears. If the Hermetic axiom is “Know Thyself”, this image represents what becomes known when the true nature of Self is followed to creative freedom and its ultimate realization.

Daily Horoscopes for 3/21

 

General Daily Horoscope

 

We should expect the unexpected as the Sun joins shocking Uranus in impulsive Aries. This conjunction releases pent-up tensions and reveals unconventional answers to old questions. We may be excited by the temptation of taking a risk as previously suppressed feelings explode into awareness, possibly destabilizing relationships. However, the Moon’s shift into incisive Scorpio at 3:16 pm EDT enables us to get to the core of a significant issue.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You are not willing to live your life in the same old way anymore. You’re ready for a big change, but you might not be able to communicate your new perspective to anyone else because you don’t want to shock your friends and associates with your radical ideas. It’s not necessary to stress about something you haven’t yet shared; everything will come out into the open when the time is right.

 

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

You don’t usually like surprises that can upset your day, so you probably won’t just go along with whatever happens today if your plans run into a snafu. You might even consider reevaluating your long-term goals if they no longer fit into your current situation. Go ahead and think about changing the direction of your life, but don’t make any important decisions for several days to allow things to settle down.

 

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

It may be quite exhilarating if you are given new freedom at work, yet it can also be a bit disconcerting if you didn’t see any changes coming. Thankfully, you’re skilled at reacting quickly and should be able to make the most of the current instability. Don’t look back to wonder what you might have done differently. Instead, look ahead to think about what you can do to improve your life right now.

 

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

Your self-protective shell is developing cracks and you aren’t feeling as safe as you want. Travel plans may need to be altered due to unforeseeable complications. Or, maybe, you discover something entirely new that can alter the way you perceive yourself in the world. No matter how this transit plays out, remember that your direction in life is shifting. Give yourself permission to explore the new paths that are opening in front of you.

 

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You may receive an important message from the universe today that ultimately takes you on an amazing adventure. You might feel as if a lightning bolt shatters your perceptions about a friend or business partner. You have held on to a belief that worked well for you in the past, but is no longer doing you justice now in the present. Don’t be afraid to let go of an outmoded idea that can get in the way of your present happiness.

 

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

A powerful person who is close to you may act so far out of character now that you don’t know how to interpret his or her odd behavior. You might react fearfully, but you also could laugh uncontrollably, as if you were a child hearing that school is canceled for the day because of bad weather. Keep in mind that others may act out your own rebellious streak. Instead of judging them for their outrageous behavior, do something crazy yourself.

 

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You may want to explore different relationship tactics today, but nothing seems to help you sidestep a disruption in your daily routine. You might be ready for something new, but may not be prepared for so much transition all at once. Sticking to your agenda could become a study in frustration, so stop holding on to old habits just because you don’t want to deal with change.

 

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You may try new ways of approaching your work today, without telling anyone anything about your plans. However, you won’t likely be able to contain your enthusiasm or your anxiety as emotions run to the extremes. You could say more than you intend, but it all happens so fast that you might blurt out the truth before you realize what you said. Don’t stress about it; once you’ve spoken your piece, you’ll feel a great sense of relief.

 

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Perhaps your initial idea was to be more collaborative today. You want to hear everyone’s opinions and then integrate what you learn into your position. But compromise is more challenging now than you expected, especially if you don’t take your own strong point of view into account. Although it’s fine to know what you want, don’t be too eager to impose your will on others unless you want to start a fight.

 

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Your need for order at home and in the family can make it difficult to handle the surprising twists and turns that come out of nowhere today. Although you may think you need to react quickly to capitalize on the power shift, there’s nothing you must do now. The big shift is not in your behavior but in your emotional reaction. As you change your mind, everything else in your life will follow.

 

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Your ruling planet Uranus is in charge today as its alignment with the Sun in your 3rd House of Immediate Environment brings radical shifts in your relationships with those you encounter on a daily basis. Others may seem less dependable now, or even less predictable. However, the real lesson is about learning to trust yourself, even if you don’t meet someone else’s expectations. When you stop judging yourself, your judgments of everyone else will mellow, too.

 

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Your friends don’t know what to expect from you now because you aren’t interested in toeing the party line. You want to be treated fairly and are ready to cut your ties to make your point. Unfortunately, financial concerns can make your decisions more complicated because you must be able to meet your expenses. Preemptive downsizing makes sense; don’t wait until it’s too late.

Handy Dandy Spring Time Scarecrow for Your Garden

The scarecrow normally conjures up harvests, autumn skies and pumpkins plump for the carving, yet its empowerment and placement were always part of spring rites and an intricate piece of garden magick. Like many vehicles from the old country, these were specific rules on how to prepare and handle one’s garden guardian. A protective and good fortune device, the scarecrow didn’t secure just the garden, it protected the prosperity and welfare of the entire family. Here are the rules, if you would like to make your own scarecrow.

  1. When building your scarecrow, always use natural fibers and old clothes–never use clothes from an enemy to dress your scarecrow.

  2. Sew or stuff protective charms in the arms and sleeves of the device. From runic sigils to specially bless charms, trinkets, and dried herbs, each choice should be associated with your true desires.

  3. Like it or not, the energy of the scarecrow is often used to create protection through humor–think of it as the light of laughter.

  4. A healer’s scarecrow should contain both comfrey and horehound.

  5. It is bad luck to erect your scarecrow before Easter.

  6. It is bad luck to erect your scarecrow on May Day.

  7. Never, ever wear any items that has been worn by a scarecrow–this is thought to bring death to the household

  8. Your scarecrow must be given shade on the longest day of the year to ensure luck and prosperity.

  9. Finally, and most importantly, your scarecrow must be burned before November 1, preferably on Halloween Night of October 31. Easy single part of the scarecrow must be fired–the clothing, the charms, even the pole he rests on. If this is not done, bad luck will plague the entire family.

Organic Sprays

Organic Sprays

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 sprays, buy organic soap sprays at your local nursery.

Bee Sweet Formula

10 drops peppermint essential oil

5  drops cinnamon essential oils

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

Runecast for Sunday March 20

This morning Gebo of Freyja’s Aett popped out of my pouch Gebo pronounced “gay-boe or yee-boe” (G: Gift) Gifts, both in the sense of sacrifice and of generosity, indicating balance. All matters in relation to exchanges, including contracts, personal relationships and partnerships.

A handshake seals an agreement. Join with similar and free individuals. Separateness as well as unity. Your situation is moving towards partnership, but to accept this relationship as a gift from destiny, you yourself must be whole and independent. The hand offered to you is not meant merely to bail you out of a mess, but to serve as part of a joint endeavor, allowing you both to achieve more then you could achieve alone. Mutual support between you and a partner is essential. This rune promises fruitful co-operation and a harmonious relationship. It signifies financial rewards and the gift of greater understanding. Difficulties will be followed by a period of relief and achievement.

Gebo Merkstave (Gebo cannot be reversed, but may lie in opposition): Greed, loneliness, dependence, over-sacrifice. Obligation, toll, privation, bribery. (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 www.sunnyway.com/runes/ and used here with her gracious permission**

In the Light…

Tom

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Daily Goddess Devotion

Daily Goddess Devotion

Without hesitation I stand in the night,
Within the creations star filled light.
Never do I fear that I am alone,
For even in darkness Her face is shone.

Lady Abigail
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‘May we live in peace without weeping. May our joy outline the lives we touch without ceasing. And may our love fill the world, angel wings tenderly beating.’
 
The Universal Heart Center
 

Today’s I Ching Hexagram for 3/20

Today’s I Ching Hexagram for Everyone:

14: Abundant Blessings

Sunday, March 20th, 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 3/20

Today’s Tarot Card for Everyone:

Judgment

This Tarot Deck: Visconti-Sforza

General Meaning: What has traditionally been known as the Judgement card, sometimes entitled Resurrection, represents the great reunion that the ancients believed would happen once in every age. This was the time when souls are harvested and taken Home to their place of origin, outside the solar system. Then the World is seeded with a batch of new souls and the process starts over.

From a modern point of view, this great reunion — which includes every personality that you have ever been and every soul that you have done deep work with — reunites to consciously complete the process. In a way, we symbolically celebrate this returning to center every year on our birthday.

In personal terms, the Judgment cards points to freedom from inner conflicts, and so clear a channel, that the buried talents and gifts of past incarnations can come through an individual in this lifetime. This card counsels you to trust the process of opening yourself, because what emerges is of consistently high quality. You can effortlessly manifest as a multi-dimensional being, and assist in evoking that response from others.

New Moon Report for 3/20 – Sun in Aries

Sun in Aries

Sunday, March 20, 4:21 pm PDT, 7:21 pm EDT

This new astrological year is supercharged by the Sun’s conjunction with Uranus and Jupiter’s presence in the zodiac’s risk-taking sign Aries. Impulsiveness and originality are riding high and motivated by itches for change. It’s time to reinvent ourselves with updated looks and fresh attitudes. The desire for freedom is so strong that it’s difficult to take orders, which can provoke conflict with authorities. Yet this hunger for stimulation encourages bolder behavior such as starting a new business or a taking relationship in a totally different direction. Being a pioneer is sometimes lonely but it’s often easier to fly solo when exploring new territory.

Daily Horoscopes for 3/20

 

General Daily Horoscope

 

It’s the Spring Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, a day of equal light and dark and the first day of a new astrological year. The Sun moves into impulsive Aries today, pushing energy ahead without concern about what may be blocking its expression. Vegetation grows anew with rejuvenated force. Although the relationship-oriented Libra Moon encourages us to be nice, an emotionally intense Venus-Pluto aspect coaxes us to share our deepest passions.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

The Sun’s visit to your sign should boost your vitality and provoke you to initiate action. You are very eager now to start something new, but it makes sense to moderate your impulses. Instead of wasting energy on an unsuitable venture, think twice before you cannot undo what you’ve done. If it still seems like a good idea after some serious thought, then go ahead with your plan.

 

 

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

Although plants and animals respond positively to the new spring season, you may be less expressive. But your introversion today isn’t about the fear of being seen; it’s just that you may be busy doing important spiritual processing. Don’t allow anyone to call you stubborn now; you’re more eager for change than usual. However, take the time you need to feel safe enough before coming out of your shell.

 

 

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

If you are naturally extroverted, the Sun’s entry into your 11th House of Friends marks an even busier social month ahead. You are now less interested in working hard to get ahead than taking it easy with your buddies and workmates. Instead of jumping through hoops to be noticed, relax and lose yourself in the group. There’s no need to stir up any more trouble than is necessary.

 
 
Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

This is quite a stressful day with random thoughts encouraging you to swing into action without any prior reflection on what you’re about to do. This spontaneous behavior goes against your reflective nature, but it’s a tough day to wait patiently for a cosmic starting gun. Ultimately, you should be able to restrain yourself, but still could experience somatic discomfort if you don’t express your feelings. Be open to changing your mind, for the alternatives will continue to look better as the day goes on.

 

 

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Last year’s unfulfilled dreams fade away as the Sun’s entry into your 9th House of Big Ideas draws you into the future. But this cosmic turning point is not about defeat. In fact, you don’t have the luxury of focusing on failure. Forget about the past and look forward toward a successful future. Although it may take a while to feel as if you are gaining ground again, don’t lose sight of the prize.

 

 

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You may be wondering if your friends are supporting your efforts now or just pacifying you with approving nods. The truth is that you won’t necessarily know if someone’s working against your progress. Unfortunately, it may be a waste of time and energy trying to figure it out. Just proceed slowly until you’re given the green light. It’s more important to enjoy yourself while working toward your goals today than it is to reach them.

 

 

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You are naturally predisposed toward working and playing with others, yet today your friend or partner might suggest that it’s time to do something on your own. Don’t think this is a rejection; it really isn’t personal. It’s just part of the evolution of any long-term relationship. Once you reestablish your metaphysical center, it will be even more fruitful to reunite and share your experiences with each other.

 

 

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

It’s frustrating to see all the options in front of you, knowing that your path has already been chosen for now. Even a slight improvement in the weather could be enough of a reason to increase your desire to set responsibilities aside and go out to play. Unfortunately, the timing isn’t right. Do your chores first and take care of your obligations before distracting yourself with something fun.

 

 

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You are probably feeling pleased with yourself now because your creative energy is running strong. It’s easy to express yourself however you choose today. But something still prevents you from having as much fun as you expected. Letting go of previous assumptions can help, yet the ultimate solutions come with time. There’s no need to be in such a hurry; slow down and enjoy the present moment.

 

 

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You may not respond well to someone pushing you to make a quick decision. You could even become argumentative if you have to defend your right to move at your own speed, rather than follow another person’s arbitrary schedule. However, turning this difference of opinion into an open conflict is not a smart idea and won’t bring you any closer to your heart’s desire. Loosen up; your flexibility in response to external demands can turn a difficult situation around to your advantage.

 

 

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You may be dealing with conflicting agendas today. You need some downtime and think that working on your own is a smart idea. But don’t miss your chance to learn from the people in your immediate environment. Unfortunately, there’s no way to be alone and with others simultaneously. You can, however, benefit from the best of both worlds if you alternate your approach throughout the day.

 

 

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

It may seem as if others are just beginning their projects, yet you already started yours a while back. Take your efforts to the next level by creating more stability in your life. This could involve a new and different approach to allocating your time. Instead of focusing on an inspirational or creative process, increase productivity by prioritizing your tasks and then doing them methodically, one after another.