Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, March 7th

We can feel the energy shift in a positive direction after several days of sluggish progress. Today’s breezy Gemini Moon sets the stage for a fast-paced day full of clever conversations and witty repartee. There’s no reason to stop talking now that there are four planets in mental air signs. Even Mercury adds fuel to our ingenious ideas. But with all our cerebral activity, retrograde Mars still makes it difficult to accomplish as much as we wish.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Setting priorities and focusing on the most important tasks first maximizes your productivity today. However, you may be fighting an uphill battle because the Gemini Moon tempts you to scatter your energy. Nearly every thought you have now inspires you, making it tough to complete anything before running off with another great idea. Thankfully, you can take control of your restlessness by consciously committing to finish whatever you start.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

You’re excited about sharing a recent spiritual experience or an interesting dream with someone special. However, once you get started, you might say more than you initially intended. Ironically, you could use a lot of words now and still not tell your whole story. Omitting significant pieces of information is one way to avoid the truth. There’s nothing wrong with this evasive strategy if you promised to keep a secret for someone; however intentional forgetfulness just to save your own skin will lead to trouble.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

You’re more responsive to others now that the Moon is back in your sign, but your coworkers may not fully understand your message. Your words are clear enough; however, your moods change so quickly that you might be on to feeling something new before you’re finished describing your previous emotion. Fortunately, no one needs to know about every single whim that crosses your mind. Your internal process can unfold on its own as long as you are attentive to those around you.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

The words are running through your head so fast today that it’s challenging to find a place to jump in and start talking. Your fantasy life is very rich now, yet nearly everything feels too complicated to explain. It’s tough enough sharing even a simple idea. You might know what’s going on, but still may choose to remain silent. Trust your instincts and wait for just the right moment to tell everyone your thoughts.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You seem transparent to your friends now, but there’s more happening in your world than meets the eye. You’re not going out of your way to hide anything; it’s just that your words can’t quite describe the nuance of your feelings. It’s easier to throw yourself into work than share what’s on your mind. Everyone seems to appreciate that you’re putting in extra effort today, yet it’s the tangible projects that endure over the long run that truly count.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You don’t want to reveal your true feelings today because you’re worried that others will sense your scattered energy. While the restless Gemini Moon could have you bouncing off the walls, you somehow manage to hide your high anxiety anyhow. You’re not likely to accomplish as much as you want now, but you’re not quite as unfocused as you think. Keep bringing your attention back to your current obligations, rather than losing yourself in a sea of distractions.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Don’t avoid confronting the source of your current tension just because it’s easy to escape from your mental struggles today. The Moon is visiting your 9th House of Travel now, indicating that distant horizons are the most attractive subjects of your fantasies. Your visions may be rather captivating, but real satisfaction requires you to work things out closer to home. You can be the king of the world in your dreams, yet it’s in your best interest to create a more honest relationship with reality.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Sometimes, complicated issues are best met with simple solutions. Set aside the allure of unconventional emotional entanglements and avoid the intriguing possibilities of interactions that may never happen. Carefully steer clear of all drama now that doesn’t directly concern you. Although you’re tempted to spin tall tales today, you’re wise to keep things as uncomplicated as possible. Discretion is the better part of valor.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You’re alternately pulled between being quite serious and very silly today since the emotional climate changes on a moment’s notice. Both extremes make perfect sense, but only for a while and only one at a time. Keep in mind that your moods are more dependent than ever on those around you. Stay flexible now while openly responding to the current dynamics by sharing what’s in your heart.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Your need to sort through all the information at work today could test everyone’s patience. This incoming mountain of data may create a rather delicate situation, especially if someone is waiting on your assessment. It’s not that you are any less reliable now; it’s just that you could take on more than you can finish. The smartest way to avoid unnecessary conflict is to set boundaries early in the day so you don’t make unrealistic assumptions and tempt others to have unreasonable expectations.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Managing your disappointment might require extra effort today, especially if you’re dealing with a variety of obstacles. Fortunately, your hope is buoyant and you know that things will only improve if you keep the faith. Your positive attitude could be enough to transform a difficult situation into an opportunity that ultimately works in your favor. Even if you can’t control the outcome, you’re still responsible for how you respond.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Your tender heart inspires you to assist those less fortunate, but you may be required to contain your feelings today. Ironically, your current compassion might quickly lead you astray and provide a coworker with easy ammunition to put you in your place. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to help others as long as you meet your obligations first. Although it’s wise to acknowledge when your timing is off or your actions misguided, don’t waste energy apologizing again and again. It’s better to just work harder now than it is to harbor unproductive feelings of guilt later on.

Your Love Horoscope for the Weekend of March 7 – 9

Weekend Love Horoscope

March 7-9: Two Sides of a Coin

Maria DeSimone   Maria DeSimone on the topics of love, horoscopes, astrology

Romance might feel duplicitous early this weekend, but soon you’ll realize that it’s more a case of an overactive imagination than anything real to concern yourself with. The Moon will be in chatty Gemini on Friday and Saturday. An early morning run-in between the Moon and Neptune might leave you feeling unclear or have you question a situation in your love life. No worries — by the evening you’ll be fine.

In fact, you’ll likely enjoy plenty of signature Gemini intellectual stimulation with your lover by Saturday. In fact, this weekend will remind you that it’s important to get your sweetheart to weigh in on things so that “he said/she said” can become a fun bantering game rather than a frustrating battle of the sexes.

On Sunday, the Moon will enter Cancer, and emotions will go from lighthearted and jovial to hypersensitive. Fortunately, you’ll have a gorgeous opportunity to connect with your mate by being emotionally open and available. Love is always best when it comes straight from the heart

Daily Cosmic Calendar for March 7th

It would be great to report that yesterday’s nurturing and possibly euphoric shift by Jupiter into forward motion is clicking on all cylinders without interference. However, Venus, Saturn and Ceres attempt to crash the good-vibration party hosted by lofty Jove, King of the Gods.  A Venus-Saturn parallel (1:09AM) can send a temporary chill moving through love and money matters while Venus square Ceres (11:20AM) is a reminder to stay as productive as possible in your favorite arts, crafts and hobbies. Brainstorms can lift your consciousness to a higher place as the Moon in Gemini forms a supportive, 60-degree connection with Uranus in Aries (4:01PM). Think up novel ways to promote important literary, publishing or educational endeavors that have been on the back burner and waiting for an infusion of confidence. [Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Standard Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]

Current Moon Phase for March 7 – Waxing Crescent

Crescent Moon

(waxing/42% of Full)

During this Moon phase, there is a slight slowing down of enthusiasm due to an emerging desire to produce tangible results from the energy being expended. The issue of values enters into the equation and an urge to tie together the data available so that you can utilize current opportunities. There is still plenty of forward motion, and this is a great time to continue initiating and progressing forward. This Moon phase favors gaining more information and the input of others to further your plans

The Witches Magick for March 7th – Love Attraction Mojo Bag

Love Attraction Mojo Bag  

Red flannel bag

2 small lodestones

Magnetic sand to cover the lodestones  

This love bag should be carried or worn close to the body, preferably touching the skin. It is used to attract real love to you, not to attract random partners for dating or having fun, but to find a true soul mate.

Additional items that may ge included in the bag are petition papers with the qualities yuo have and the qualties you seek in a soul mate, or the petal of a rose. If you choose to add petition papers, choose either red paper or red ink to make them.

To fix the bag, breathe onto it several times, you may add a personal prayer asking for a lover if you like, Venus may help you if you are sincere and deserving.

Feed the bag with Come to me Oil:

¼ ounce carrier oilo

3  drop sandalwood

3 drops rose

1 drop cinnamon

The bag may be fed with one drop of red wine as a representation of your blood.

Once you have found a lover, you may undo the bag, and bury the lodestones, together, in your backyard.

Florida Water Recipe #2

Florida Water Recipe #2

 

4  cups alcohol (such as vodka)

½ cup lime juice (and the fruit itself)

½ cup lemon juice (and the fruit itself

4 cloves

1 tablespoon dried lavendard flowers

1 tablespoon dried vervain

Put the juices in a jar or bottle, chop up lemon and lime rind and add that into the jar. Add the cloves and herbs then finish off by pouring over the alcohol. Put a lid on the jar or bottle and leave it in a dark place for three to four weeks. Then strain the liquid into a clean bottle

WOTC Extra – Florida Water

WOTC Extra – Florida Water

 

Florida water is a scent that is used a lot in Hoodoo practice. It is generally used for cleansing. It can be used to wash your hands before magical or spiritual work, sprinkled around the home to cleanse negative energy, sprinkled on your altar, candles or any magical items or added to a bucket of water to wash your floors and work surfaces with.

It is called Florida water after the fountain of youth which was said to have been located in Florida.

Florida water usually has a base of citrus; this might be from sweet orange, lemon or neroli. It then often has lavender and clove added.

Let’s Talk Witch – Washes, Especially Those Used in Hoodoo

Let’s Talk Witch – Washes, Especially Those Used in Hoodoo

 

Spiritual people have used washes as a way of cleansing both the body and the soul for centuries. These spiritual washes can be used in the bath or shower and also to wash the house, home and floors.

Again the Hoodoo washes are all based on conjure oil ingredients. The herbs and roots are steeped in water and then sieved, although a simpler method, but possibly not so traditional, is to use oil blends and add a few drops to water to wash the floors or add them to the bath to become a personal spiritual bath.

Floor washes are used for all sorts of purposes – mopping the floor to bring in good fortune and luck or to wash away negative energies and evil in the main. They can also be used for love, protection and healing etc.

There is a process to follow: when you want to clean your house in the spiritual, removing negative energy sense (and actually as a by-product in the physical sense) you start from the top of the building and work your way down, also working from the back of the house to the front, finishing up on your front doorstep.

To bring positive energy and prosperity into your home you should make sure your front doorstep is scrubbed clean, working inwards towards the home.

For ritual bathing of your own body, it works best if you wash yourself upwards to bring good fortune and downwards to dispel negativity.

Herbal baths work very well, using the magical properties of specific herbs to bring about the intent that you require. A lot of Hoodoo herbal bath mixes use magical numbers of herbs such as seven, nine or 13 different ingredients.

Any water that has been used for spiritual cleansing should be disposed of by throwing it away to the East, preferably before the sun rises. You don’t have to lug bucketfuls of your used bathwater all the way outside to do this, you can use a small amount as a token.

 

Sources:

Pagan Portals – Hoodoo: Folk Magic
Patterson, Rachel

Celebrating Other Spirituality 365 Days A Year – Nones of March/Junonalia/Phra Buddha Bat Fair

March 6th

Nones of March/Junonalia/Phra Buddha Bat Fair

 

In ancient ROme, Nones (in Latin, “Nonae”) were the nine days before the Ides (the 7th in long months and the 5th in other months) when the holidays for the month were announced. Junonalia honored the Goddess Juno with a procession of 27 girls, dressed in long flowing robes, accompanied by an image of the Goddess carved from the wood of a cypress tree.

On this day in Thailiand, the annul bat fair is held in honor of the Buddha’s footprint. The festival features folk dancing and traditional handcrafts. Local shrines and statues are honored with food, flowers and personal offerings of thread and yard.

Friday Is Ruled by Venus

Friday Is Ruled by Venus

Archangel: Anael

Candle colour: Green or pink

Incenses: Rose or geranium

Crystals: Jade or rose quartz

Use Fridays for spells for love, fidelity, healing, for anything to do with beauty, the arts and crafts and for all spells concerning the environment.

Where possible, work in any enclosed beautiful place outdoors, for example a botanical garden, a field, park or your own garden – even in a circle of plants indoors.

The Witches Correspondence for Friday, March 7th

The Witches Correspondence for Friday, March 7th

 

Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers and Heart
Incense: Strawberry, Sandalwood, Rose, Saffron and Vanilla
Planet: Venus
Sign: Libra and Taurus
Angel: Ariel
Colors: Green, Pink, Aqua
Herbs/Plants: Pink Rose, Ivy, Birch, Heather, Clematis, Sage, Violet and Water Lilly Stones: Rose Quartz, Moonstone, Pink Tourmaline, Peridot, Emerald and Jade
Oil: (Venus) Cardamom, Palmrosa, Rose, Yarrow

Friday belongs to Venus, and its energies are warm, sensuous, and fulfilling. Efforts that involve any type of pleasure, comfort, and luxury, as well as the arts, music, or aroma (incense and perfume) works well on this day. As Venus lends its sensuous influences to the energies of this day, use it for any magical work that deals with matters of the heart.

The Witches Almanac for Friday, March 7th

The Witches Almanac for Friday, March 7th

Friday (Venus): Love, friendship, reconciliation and beauty.

Bird and Arbor Day

 

Waxing Moon

The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Moon Phase: First Quarter

Moon Sign: Gemini

Gemini: Things begun now are easily changed by outside influence. Time for shortcuts, communication, games and fun.

Incense: Orchid

Color: Coral

TGIF! IT IS FINALLY FANTASTIC FRIDAY, dear brothers & sisters!

Moon & Witch Comments & Graphics

Goddess wise and strong
Help me to achieve my goals
Let me choose wisely
To improve myself
And make my future shine
With happiness and fulfillment
In all those areas
That matter most to me
Let me be focused
In the pursuit of my goals
But not driven
Let me be healthy
In the pursuit of my goals
And seek balance
Let me succeed in my goals
With your help and guidance
 
 
So Mote It Be.