Day: August 1, 2011

Today’s Tarot Card for Aug. 1st is The Hanged Man

The Hanged Man

This Tarot Deck: Old English

General Meaning: Traditionally, the card known as the Hanged Man usually indicates a lack of ability to help oneself through independent action. This energy is arrested and awaiting judgment. With this card, there is no avenue for the will to regain control until the situation has passed.

This represents a good time to be philosophical, to study and meditate upon the position you find yourself in, and form resolutions for the moment you become free again. Only those who possess wisdom, patience and optimism will be able to see through limitations, including possible humiliation, to grasp the inspiring lesson one can gain from such an experience.

General Daily Horoscope for Aug. 1st

The dynamic square between the two biggest bodies in the solar system can create larger-than-life opportunities, but the Sun and Jupiter could fool us by turning insignificant events into important ones. Meanwhile, pleasurable Venus in playful Leo forms an easy trine to unconventional Uranus, possibly bringing fun in a new package. However, we may be extremely picky about what we choose to do once the Moon enters finicky Virgo at 4:41 am EDT.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You might not take the time to think about your future security because you assume that your financial situation will improve soon. However, you should be careful because you could needlessly waste money when everything looks good. You may wish that you didn’t spend so much today when you’re not so flush later on. There’s nothing wrong with having fun as long as you don’t go over your limit. Money can’t buy you happiness.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

You may be very fixed in your naive belief that everything will turn out well, prompting you to let some important business slide today. You can positively impact your life by thinking that your dreams will come true, but you still must pay attention to observing limits or you might face unpleasant consequences. There’s a lot at stake now, so don’t bet your success on the notion that everything will somehow improve on its own in the future. Apply yourself diligently in the present moment to slant the odds in your favor.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

Changes in your relationships at work may cause you some concern, but your worry fades when you see that the dark clouds have silver linings. It’s invigorating when you realize that whatever is stuck needs to move to make room for positive change. Although you can’t see the details of your future, you know it’s better than what’s going on now. Don’t finalize your plans yet; it’s better to live with uncertainty for a few more days.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

You like the idea of being part of a team now, but you don’t want to sacrifice your values just to be accepted. Fortunately, you are able to stay connected with the group, even if your goals ultimately differ from theirs. You can have your cake and eat it too as long as you remember to practice the art of inclusion. You don’t have to withdraw to be yourself. Others will appreciate you just the way you are.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You may be extremely excited now that sweet Venus in your sign is connecting with electric Uranus. Happily, there is great potential everywhere you look. However, all that glitters is not gold. You cannot turn every possibility into a winner. Keep in mind that you won’t be able to sustain your current optimism forever, so conserve your resources and work to make an opportunity pay off soon.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You are humming with anticipation today, for you can see how the present moment holds the precious seeds for fantastic things to come. Unfortunately, events are moving quickly, increasing your anxiety, even if the challenge is also very exciting. Naturally, you want to be happy, but may be scared that whatever good happens now won’t last. You can ensure a better outcome if you build slowly and methodically on a strong foundation.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Your best shot at happiness today comes as a total surprise, so set aside your previous agenda and be ready for something cool to happen. Instead of doing everything the same old way, take a break from your regular routine. Habitual patterns may be reassuring, but can also limit your opportunities. Acting spontaneously now could lead you to a truly memorable experience.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

An unexpected event can turn your day upside down. Even if you planned to spend a simple day at work, things could get out of hand quickly. Resistance is futile; don’t try to control what happens today. If you fearfully attempt to go back to the way things were, you could miss out on a lot of fun.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Your life seems to be undergoing rapid change and you’re thrilled with the notion of riding the currents wherever they take you. You have no idea where the tides are carrying you, yet you’re eager to head out on this great adventure, anyway. Don’t assume that you’re really ready to leave just because everything looks good. Taking your time to put everything in order now will ensure that you’ll actually reach your destination.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You may need to regain control by slowing down or you could be forced to use your emergency brake to temporarily stop everything. Unfortunately, these tactics won’t likely bring you the stability you now seek. Additionally, letting your fears influence your decisions is a big mistake and could sour a perfectly wonderful situation. Luckily, you’re not in any danger as long as you continue to flow with the current energy.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

This is an exciting day because charming Venus is harmonizing with your key planet Uranus. You are looking good and feeling even better. For now, you’re the one who’s able to navigate through the stormy weather, so others may come to you for advice and leadership. Do not give them the party line. Your friends might not want to hear the truth, but your eclectic perspective is more valuable than telling them what they want to hear.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Your traditional planet Jupiter squares the Sun today to fill your sails with the winds of change. You are charged up and raring to go, but things get tricky because you may not have a destination in mind yet. Your confidence is soaring and you know you’ll reach your goals — if you could only decide what you want to do. Slow down and give yourself time to reconsider your priorities before you find yourself drifting aimlessly out to sea.

General Weekly Love Horoscope for the Week of Aug. 1st

Messages and moods may be mixed in relationships this week as passionate Mars turns cautious when entering protective Cancer on Wednesday. This energetic change is in stark contrast with vivacious Venus’ presence in outgoing Leo, which encourages taking romantic risks. Make sure your signals are clear so that others know when you want to play hard and when you want to play it safe.
 
 
Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Your passionate ruling planet Mars’ shift into sensitive Cancer softens your pursuit of romance this week. Instead of being the hard-charging, spontaneous type, you’re more likely to approach people with caution. You could be feeling a bit insecure, but this kind of vulnerability reduces your air of independence, allows you to receive support and makes you more accessible to others.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

Your emotional temperature is on the rise this weekend with the Moon’s presence in mysterious Scorpio and your 7th House of Relationships on Friday and Saturday. The desire to connect in very deep ways is powerful, but so is your concern about being manipulated or controlled. A high level of trust needs to be established before you can comfortably open your heart and let others in.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

Your personal life may be complicated by work and other responsibilities for most of the weekend. However, handing these obligations with total commitment can make you more attractive in a non-social setting. A lunar shift into risk-taking Sagittarius and your 7th House of Partners on Sunday supplies a spirit of adventure and openness, stretching your boundaries in playful ways.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

Mars, the planet of action and aggression, enters your tender sign on Wednesday, which can spur you to be more active in pursuing your personal goals. If you’re feeling edgy, don’t complain, blame or stress out. Channel your excess energy into physical activity and doubts will quickly fade away. This confidence boost will make it easier to take the initiative with your present partner or make a move toward someone new.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Alluring Venus in your sign warms you with a newfound appreciation of yourself. But the enthusiasm that this inspires may not be expressed as boldly as you might expect. Aggressive Mars is hiding in your private 12th house, making it uncomfortable to come on strong or expose your feelings openly. Ironically, a more indirect approach could get you exactly who and what you want.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Sharing intimate secrets and speaking in measured tones could be especially sexy this weekend. The mood-setting Moon is visiting confidential Scorpio and your 3rd House of Communication, which favors subtle ways of talking that will draw others closer to you. Discretion is a must as telling tales out of turn will undermine trust and could damage a relationship.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Strategy is a key to romantic success this weekend with the Moon’s presence in subtle Scorpio on Friday and Saturday. Being just a little bit mysterious and less available can make you more captivating. Besides, you’re allowed to withhold your thoughts and affections while you assess others to determine whether they are worthy of your attention. Hold back a bit and you might receive more in return.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

The Moon’s presence in your emotionally intense sign on Friday and Saturday can make this a personally powerful weekend. You’re not into playing games or taking halfway measures, you need the company of a serious contender. A complex person willing to dive into the depths of his or her feelings is much more desirable than an easygoing individual who keeps everything on the surface.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Your time to shine this weekend might not come until Sunday. Sure, you can have fun before then, but the Moon’s visit to your ultra-private 12th house on Friday and Saturday could keep you out of the spotlight. Use that time to get away from it all, either alone or with someone in whom you have total confidence. Rest, relax and nourish your soul instead of pushing yourself socially. You will be glad you did once the Moon moves into your sign on Sunday morning and you are the life of the party once again.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Friends and organizations bring both social opportunities and responsibilities this weekend. One pal could introduce you to someone who could become the love of your life, while another one might drain you with unceasing demands. Finding the right balance between responding to others and taking care of yourself requires a deeper understanding of how to incorporate your desires and your obligations into your life.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Personal matters could get a little sticky this week as assertive Mars splashes into sensitive Cancer on Wednesday and the Moon swims into complex Scorpio on Friday and Saturday. These Water signs emphasize feelings, which don’t always align with your intellectual view of reality. Relaxing your rational perspective and accepting the uncertainty and mystery of emotions will make you more tolerant and loveable now. Follow your heart for a while and see what happens.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Passionate Mars slips into cuddly Cancer and your 5th House of Romance on Wednesday, increasing your chances of experiencing pleasure and love. The Moon in sister Water sign Scorpio colors the weekend with the emotional and spiritual realms where you feel so much at home. Trusting your instincts more than reason isn’t always a great idea, but your psychic powers should be right on target now.

the daily humorscopes for monday, august 1

the daily humorscope

Monday, August 01, 2011

 
 
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Through a casual remark in an elevator, you will realise that both you and your fellow passenger have seen John Cleese’s informational film called How To Irritate People. By the time you reach the 10th floor, you will both be severely vexed with one another.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Today you will have a sudden and brilliant idea for how to eliminate the U.S. federal deficit. “Let’s all just pretend there isn’t one!”, you’ll say.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Time to stop beating around the bush. Beat the bush itself. Give it a good thrashing, and say “bad bush!” in a loud stern tone.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
You’ll go out to dinner with a new person, soon. Remember the advice of my old Uncle Stonebender, though: “It’s fine if someone eats like a bird, as long as they don’t have kids.”
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
You will discover what Shakespeare actually meant, when he wrote “Hey nonny, nonny”, in Much Ado About Nothing. It turns out that it was simply in-field chatter that somehow made it into the play, and that Shakespeare not only enjoyed softball, but was a reasonably good shortstop.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
You will pass a sign that says “invorp” today. Fortunately, you will remember enough Dutch to know that it means “put your fingers in your ears and wiggle them”. They are a silly people, the Dutch.
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
Good day to begin writing that book you’ve been planning — “Growing Radishes Indoors”. It’s an idea whose time has come.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
An old nickname will surface today, much to your dismay, “Giggles”.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
About your new idea… Sure, I’ll bet you could sell your handmade voodoo dolls by marketing them over the Internet. The competition, however, can be “fierce”. You might want to stop and consider how many flights of stairs you’re interested in falling down, before you commit yourself to that course of action…
Capricorn (December 22 – January 20)
You will be detained by the police today, on suspicion of having removed a tag from a mattress. Eventually they will let you go with just a warning.
Aquarius (January 21 – February 18)
You will be followed by people who look suspiciously like shoe salesmen. Try to remain calm — they can sense fear.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Everyone will stare at you like deer in headlights this week at the office. Actually, you will later decide that driving your car around inside the office may not be your best-ever idea.

It’s August Already? Really? Oh, by the way, Happy Monday, dear Readers!

Oh man, can you believe it is August already? Where on earth has this summer went? I was just remembering the start of Spring. Easy for me to remember, I use to be a Spring Equinox baby till they moved the date in March. I know I ain’t crazy either. I remember the weatherman giving two dates as the start of Spring. I thought “good for you, Mr. Weatherman!” People tend to forget the older things in life. Excuse me, I am not saying I am old now. That’s the one of the lovely problems with being a Hereditary, you hear everything at least four to five times from all sorts of different witches. The funny thing, when they tell you it is like they know you have never heard this before. I believe when I was about ten, they finally decided one person telling me something was enough, lol! Some of them I actually knew, others knew me as a baby and passed their knowledge on to me when I was very young. I can imagine them whispering in my ear. But I seriously doubt if it was a magick spell or anything, more like an old lullaby or a similar soothing chant. When I came along I was the first baby in years and years. Yes, I had a sister but she was 23 years older than me, yeah. I grew up like an only child. I was spoiled rotten and daddy’s girl. This made my sister mad and my father told me, she was even mad when she found out my mother was pregnant with me. My sister and my mother were both pregnant at the same time. My sister had her baby first, then I was borne the next year. My nephew, myself and then my niece were all the same age. There was only a year apart in our ages.  So you can imagine what life was like around our house. No wonder, poor daddy stayed on the river so much (he was a river boat captain, gone 30 days, home 30 days). I believe if I had been grown and had good sense, I might have left too, lol! But I remember my sister bringing her kids over to the house on the weekends for momma to babysit. Everywhere we went it seems like those kids was with us. The party stopped when my mother developed cancer and we found out she only had perhaps a few years to live. That was the hardest thing a 11-year-old child can hear. Your mother, who had been your whole life, is getting ready to die.  I couldn’t believe it, I didn’t want to believe it. I remember the surgery, momma had. The grown-ups kept trying to push me back. Well I stayed back, right behind daddy’s back.  I heard everything. This doctor only gave her a few months to live. I went to the bathroom and slid down the wall. I cried and cried. I even cry now when I think about it. My father never told my mother the truth about what the doctor said and now I don’t think that was right at all.  My mother lived for two years, most in severe pain and in and out of hospitals. I think now if she could have lived a little longer perhaps they could have cured her. It is horrible to loss someone who you love that much. I can still feel the empty hole in my heart ache and hurt. It is a hollow place that no matter what, it can never be filled. Every now and then, I relive this horrible experience like I am doing today. I can’t forget it. I loved my mother more than life and her death has made me who I am. I remember when I got married, I prayed that I would live long enough to see my children grown. I wanted to live long enough to see them grown, able to take care of theirselves and never have to ask no one for anything.  Both of them are now grown and I have been granted a beautiful life thanks to my Goddess.  I got in one of these blue moods as I called them because I didn’t have a mother like everyone else. Then it hit me, STUPID! You are the luckiest person in the world. You have 3 mothers. The Goddess, My Deity and My Mother, three of the greatest women I have ever knew.  I don’t know if you have heard the old saying, “out of every dark cloud is a ray of sunshine.” When I was little, I could comprehend this. But now as I am older, I understand it completely. I still miss and love my mother but I realize I have picked up two wonderful Ladies to dry my tears and comfort me. I never had that before till I asked my Goddess and My Deity to be my mothers. My head clears and there is a sudden warmth that fills my body, it’s the Goddess telling me it will be all right. There is no way you can make anything good out of death but you can eventually come to terms with it. You can find great peace and comfort in our Mother, the Goddess and perhaps even your Deity. Whenever you need Her, she is there and will never desert you. Those of us who know the Goddess and Her teachings are some of the luckiest people on the face of this planets.

Go gives those you love a hug and a kiss one for you and one for me. Don’t let another day pass without you telling them how much you love and care for them.  Life is short, too short.

Luv & Hugs,
Lady A