Day: March 29, 2014

Your Daily Horoscopes for Saturday, March 29th

Conflicting emotions lead to complicated personal interactions today. Romance is favored as Venus and Mars align harmoniously, but Venus, the planet of love and money, also dynamically squares serious Saturn, isolating us from the sweet things in life. The imaginative Pisces Moon offers a temporary escape route through fantasies, but we eventually must face practical issues and take action once the Moon shifts into assertive Aries at 9:53 pm EDT.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You wake up and are out the door today before you even know your exact destination. But later on you may feel the need to pull back and reassess your direction. You intuitively know that something isn’t quite right and you are correct to trust your instincts now. It’s okay to socially retreat until you are ready for more involvement. Don’t make a big deal about your change of heart; just let everyone know your current uncertainty won’t last long and you’ll be back to your old self before they even know it.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Paradoxically, you may be acting in a confident manner today while being hesitant at the same time. Your key planet Venus is under tense pressure from austere Saturn, and you might temporarily feel quite alone, even undeserving of love. Thankfully, Venus also forms a sweet trine to energetic Mars, empowering you to overcome your self-doubt. Switching your focus to others and spending some time with your friends ultimately helps you feel better about yourself.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

An uncomfortable feeling may be gnawing away at the edge of your awareness today and you cannot shake it off. Although you’re often quite lighthearted, relationship dynamics might not seem in sync now. You don’t feel as if you fit in the way you usually do, and being alienated on your home turf isn’t fun. It seems like the problem is external, but closer analysis could reveal that the emotional discord is connected to your fears. A change in your attitude can improve the chemistry quicker than you think.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

You might want someone’s shoulder to lean on today, but you may not be completely satisfied with the support you receive. There’s no need to put on a smiley face if you’re not feeling it. However, initiating an inner dialogue with your own subconscious can help to uncover the source of your loneliness. Establishing temporary boundaries around your heart protects you from being hurt, but withdrawing emotionally could be isolating. Take care of your needs without shutting down your heart in the name of fear.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

The dynamics of a partnership seem so good and feel so bad all at the very same time. Circumstances appear to be going your way at first, but things might not end up according to your plan. You feel as if you don’t want to be here today, but here you are, nonetheless. The good news is you are fully responsible for creating pleasure in your life. Whatever you do, don’t give up on making positive change. You may be pleasantly surprised with how quickly things turn around in just a few short days

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Current responsibilities may create complications today because you can’t spend much time with those you love. Others might be getting the wrong idea as they feel a distance between you, but you’re not really trying to push them away. Nevertheless, they will likely react negatively as if you are shutting them out. Letting people know about your time constraints in advance keeps the expectations to a minimum.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You’re well-known for your ambivalence, which can make your life more difficult than necessary. Although magnetic Venus is visiting your 5th House of Love and Money, she travels through some tricky territory today. You might even want to run and hide instead of facing the music. However, making a decision can’t be forced. Thankfully, your willingness to be patient ultimately brings the satisfaction you seek.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You are entering into a period of transformation, but first there is this eye of a needle for you to squeeze through. Unfortunately, it’s not large enough for you to take all your emotional baggage with you. Although it might not feel good to leave some of your attachments behind, lightening your load puts your most intimate relationships on more solid ground. Although this is a sobering time, keep in mind it’s preparing you for something wonderful just around the corner.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Today’s recipe entails mixing two tablespoons of unbridled optimism, a heaping tablespoon of caution and a tiny dash of unpleasant memories. Shake it all up until you are really unsure of which way to go. Then, spend some time pondering whether or not a current relationship is really worth the sacrifices you are making now. Even if you’re confused, your romantic life will emerge stronger in just a day or two if you’re willing to face the truth.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You take your commitment to love quite seriously today and want to share your perspective with anyone who will listen. But the reflective Moon in your busy 3rd House of Communication can create logistical cross-currents as everyone distracts you from your agenda. Don’t change directions now; just temporarily operate on blind faith. Your unwavering devotion should bring you closer to your goals sooner than you expect.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Relationships may feel strained today because it seems unlikely that you can find the peace and quiet that you seek. Perhaps money issues have crept back into your life and place a negative spin on your personal interactions. Unfortunately, there might not be a quick and easy way out of your current dilemma. Instead of running away, face the situation with confidence. Learning to trust your instincts takes practice, but there’s no better time to start than now.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Figuring out the best course of action is tricky and you may need to proceed before you make a decision. Naturally, moving forward before you are ready is neither fun nor easy, yet it can be a life-altering experience. Ironically, Saturn creates enough resistance to act like a catalyst, temporarily pulling you into uncharted emotional depths. Luckily, you have nothing to fear and everything to gain on this magical journey.

New Moon in Aries Horoscopes

New Moon in Aries Horoscopes

This explosive New Moon welcomes you to a brave new world

Jeff Jawer Jeff Jawer on the topics of new moon, moon, astrology, Aries

Innovation, impulsiveness and independence are fired up to an explosive level with incendiary Uranus’ conjunction to the rambunctious Aries New Moon on March 30, 2014.

Headstrong behavior is expected, and resistance to rules can easily get out of hand. Expansive Jupiter and provocative Pluto’s tense squares to this lunation intensify reactions and spur extreme behavior. But using this power for personal breakthroughs is an ideal application of the ingenious but dangerous force of the Sun-Moon conjunction.

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

The restless side of your personality is about to be kicked into a higher gear. This explosive New Moon is a spark that sets you on fire. You can use the intensity of these times to fight against others, but it’s much more helpful when you recognize that the battle is within you. Open your mind to see with fresh eyes and you will realize that the only limits you face are of your own making, and that you have the ability to free yourself.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

You’re likely to feel pushed by forces beyond your control with this impatient Aries New Moon in your 12th House of Behind-the-Scenes Activities. It’s likely you’ll want to dig in your heels and resist, but maybe what feels like a shove is really a helping hand. Losing balance (or your temper) may not seem cool, but the message of this lunation is to have faith and take chances, especially in unfamiliar situations.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

Your position in an organization or among friends could change very suddenly with this explosive Aries New Moon in your 11th House of Groups. Keeping the peace and staying on track with a project can be difficult under these volatile conditions. Breaking away to do your own thing is one positive way to apply this energy, as is taking on a different role fighting for a cause that’s close to your heart.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

This revolutionary Aries New Moon lands in your 10th House of Career and Public Responsibility, where it’s likely to shake up and wake up your life. You could be dealing with crises or with irresponsible and irascible people. But if you’re inventive and willing to take some chances, you can break through barriers in your current working situation — or even be bold enough to turn your professional life in a totally different direction.

Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22)

An unexpected journey or educational opportunity could pop up with this surprising Aries New Moon in your 9th House of Faraway Places and Higher Learning. But if you’re already in school or have travel plans, expect them to change. You can reduce the likelihood of unpleasant shocks if you make a radical move to open your mind or consider relocation, though. Thinking about personal freedom will take you in the right direction.

Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)

Relationships may be rattled with this explosive New Moon in your 8th House of Deep Sharing. Personal and business alliances are likely to take you by surprise. It’s good to be flexible in the face of unexpected events, and even better if you’re the one who initiates the changes. Breakthroughs in financial and intimate matters can liberate you from unrewarding alliances or continuing to go it alone.

Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)

Radical shifts in relationships are possible with the surprising Aries New Moon in your 7th House of Others. Unexpected connections, both personally and professionally, can b and be exciting and your wildest dreams. But there are pressures building in alliances that have become boring and predictable. Shaking things up by choice may seem risky, but it could be the way to restore life to a partnership.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)

Work and your daily routines could be shaken by this high frequency Aries New Moon in your 6th House of Daily Routine. Interruptions and sudden changes in your job or regular habits can take you off track and prove to be irritating. But if you’re flexible, into altering your schedule and learning new skills, this can be a super exciting time when you’re freed from boring tasks and find fresh ways to earn money and manage your life.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)

Fresh forms of fun and games are on the agenda with this exciting and inventive Aries New Moon. It lands in your 5th House of Romance, Creativity and Play, putting more passion into your life. Your need to break free to express yourself without restraint could rub some people the wrong way. But as long as you don’t take yourself too seriously, the joy and discoveries that you make are worth the trouble.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)

Family matters and long-simmering emotional issues could surface with this volatile Aries New Moon in your 4th House of Roots. Restlessness can provoke you to consider changing your career or moving to a different location. If you can be honest without being unkind, this is a great motivation to take your life in a more exciting direction and incredible breakthroughs of self-awareness will be your reward.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)

Your fertile brain may be firing off more ideas than usual with this inventive Aries New Moon in your 3rd House of Information. Patience for ordinary conversations could be slipping away, and even provoking a cross word or two. You need fresh sources of intellectual stimulation, witty people and subjects worthy of debate. Uncovering original concepts is the great gift of this exciting and edgy event, though.

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)

Financial matters could take a sudden turn with this ingenious but unstable Aries New Moon landing in your 2nd House of Resources. Avoid reckless spending of money and energy, yet investing in activities and objects that open your mind could lead to expanding your income. Exploring different ways to earn cash and to upgrade your skills might seem pretty risky, but it could be a lot safer than settling for less.

Daily Cosmic Calendar for March 29th

The universe appears to be content in offering human souls strange and ambiguous days as the often maddening month of March nears a conclusion. Now you are faced with subtle, 30-degree aspects (Mars to Saturn at 4:05AM and the Moon to Venus at 6:09AM) that can assist you in finishing practical matters and being more sensitive to loved ones on the ropes. However, a flowing trine in water signs between the Moon in Pisces and Saturn in Scorpio (6:45AM) — which could add to your business acumen and material-realm achievements — also begins a 12+ hour void lunar cycle that lasts until 6:55PM. During the unsettled conditions of the void-of-course Moon, Venus in Aquarius trines Mars in Libra at 12:06PM — providing a creative artistic boost and reinforcing agent for love bonds. Nevertheless, only 2+ hours later, Venus squares Saturn (2:15PM). With friends like these, who needs enemies? The odds are that whatever gains can be made via Venus and Mars aligning in their 120-degree triangular harmony will be somewhat neutralized by the restrictions implied in the Venus-Saturn brouhaha. It may be fitting that even though the lunar orb strives for a fresh start in Aries (6:55PM), the so-called dark-of-the-moon monthly cycle becomes all-consuming tonight and into the first part of Sunday as a New Moon is about to shake up circadian rhythms tomorrow. [Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Daylight Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]

The Witch’s Magick for March 29th – Reflection/Deflection Spell

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Reflection/Deflection Spell

 

Items You Will Need:

–1 black candle Bowl of salt
–Your favorite ‘protective’ incense, chalice or bowl of water (whichever your preference)
–A picture of the person from whom the energy is coming from
–A mirror (this mirror shouldn’t be like a scrying mirror. It should have a reflective surface, and should only be used for magical purposes and should be magically cleansed before and after each use to get rid of any magical ‘residue’ and it’s best if it’s small and can stand up).

Cast your circle as you normally would (invoking Elements, the Goddess, the God, etc.) At this point, I would normally cleanse the mirror of anything, physically AND magically. Next, light the black candle. The picture of the person should be face up in front of you. Pick up the picture and look at it. Say the person’s name three times to get their image firmly in your mind. Take the picture and run it through the incense smoke, saying:

“What ye send forth comes back to thee,
By Air and the Law of Three!”
 

Next run it through the flame of the candle (not enough to catch it on fire) and say:

“What ye send forth comes back to thee,
By Fire and the Law of Three!”
 

Sprinkle water on the picture (only needs to be a little… unless you caught it on fire, LOL):

“What ye send forth comes back to thee,
By Water and the Law of Three!”
Sprinkle a little salt on it:
“What ye send forth comes back to thee,
By Earth and the Law of Three!”
 

Next, place the picture facing the mirror; the black candle should be behind the mirror,but still able to cast light upon the picture of the person. Visualize a mirror-like surface surrounding you, reflecting energies back towards the person.

“What you send at me goes back!
Three times light, three times black!
What you reap, so shall you sew!
From above and from below!
No harm will come, unless you send.
No loss will come, if ye be friend.
No harm to me, by mirror’s shine,
For I reflect, by what is mine!
Earth and Air, Water, Fire, Help reflect,
by my desire! I invoke the Law of Three!
This is my Will, and it shall be!”

Allow the candle to burn down, and close the circle as you normally would, allowing the candle to burn itself out. After the candle has burned itself out, be sure to cleanse or dispose of the other materials used. For example I would ritually cleanse the mirror and burn or bury the picture, depending upon the circumstance.

 

WOTC Extra – Cleansing A Magick Sword

Cleansing a Magick Sword

The following are suggestions for the care, cleansing and consecration of a magick sword based on instructions from the nineteenth century.

1. Build a fire from bay laurel and vervain.

2. Pass the sword through the smoke, actually holding it in the flame if this is safe and appropriate.

3. When it cools, wrap the sword in vervain leaves.

4. Swaddle it in white silk and maintain it this way when not in use.

Let’s Talk Witch – The Sword

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Let’s Talk Witch – The Sword

Magick swords have historically played a role in Chinese, Japanese, Jewish and Persian magickal traditions. They remain popular in East Asian magick, High Ceremonial Magick and modern Wicca.

Magick swords maybe actual functional swords complete with sharp blades or ceremonial replicas. Swords invoke primal metal magick although wooden swords exist, particularly in East Asia. Swords are powerfully associated with the primorial magickal traditions of metal working.

Swords radiate masculine energy; the scabbard is its feminine partner. Swords are most commonly associated with the element air, however, this is controversial, some also identify swords with fire. Swords do not fit neatly into elemental categories being the product of all elements. The raw material for swords is dug from Earth and the process of crafting a sword involves the interplay of air, fire and water.

Crafting swords was a secret magickal operation. Spellcasting and spiritual invocation was once involved in the creation of powerful magick swords (and in some cases it still is). Rumors periodically circulated that blood sacrifice, including human sacrifice, was required to forge magick swords. Vestiges of these legends survive in Japanese mythology.

Swords maybe engraved with runes, sigils, Names of Power, Kabalistic inscriptions or other magickal embellishments. They are used for casting circles and for various magickal practices including protection spells, exorcisms, spirit summoning and banishing spells.

Swords are among the four tarot suits, corresponding to the playing card suit of Spades.

Celebrating Other Spirituality 365 Days A Year – Festival of Inanna/Ishtar (New Year in Mesopotamia)

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March 29th

Festival of Inanna/Ishtar

(New Year in Mesopotamia)

The most significant rite of the new year was the hieros gamos–the holy marriage between the king, who represented the God Dumuzi, and one of the temple priestess, who represented the Goddess Inanna. It was ordained that the King of Summer, no matter what his lineage, must become the husband of the life-giving Goddess of love, Inanna of Uruk. The role of the priestess of Inanna was that of the dominant partner who makes love to the king. The ceremony was called the “fixing of destinies” and determined the prosperity of the New Year. The entire ritual took place in a chapel on the summit of the ziqqurat and was considered essential for the fertility of the land.

Magickal Activity

The Marriage Charm

Bind two small gold rings together with a white ribbon. Hold the bound rings in both hands as you chant the following over them:

With body and spirit

As these rings entwine

Unite our souls

Our essence combine.

Place the rings in your pocket or purse. Carry them with you whenever you are with the one you wish to marry.

Farmer’s Almanac for Saturday, March 29th

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Farmer’s Almanac for Saturday, March 29th

Current Moon Phase for March 29th

Waning Crescent, 1% of Full

The Moon Astrological Place and The Association With The Body

March 29th – Pisces – “Fishes” – Sign is in the Feet

Fishing Calendar for March 29th

Fishing is Forecasted Good for the Morning

Gardening Calendar for March 29th

Favorable days for planting beets, carrots, radishes, salsify, turnips, peanuts and other roots crops. Also good for planting cucumbers, melons, pumpkins, and other vine crops. Set strawberry plants. Good day for transplanting.

March 29th is Best for……

Canning fruits and vegetables, mowing to retard growth, castrating farm animals, weaning, potty training, brewing beer, getting married.

Saturday Is Ruled By Saturn

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Saturday Is Ruled By Saturn

Archangel: Cassiel

Candle colour: Purple or brown

Incenses: Patchouli or mimosa

Crystals: Jet or banded agate

Use Saturdays for spells to do with property, security and long-term financial matters, for closing doors on the past, for psychic protection and for locating lost objects (as well as animals and people).

Where possible, work in woodland near rocks and stones or on animal or bird reserves.

The Witches Correspondence for Saturday, March 29th

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The Witches Correspondence for Saturday, March 29th

Magickal Intentions: Spirit Communications, Meditation, Psychic Attack or Defense, Locating Lost Things and Missing Persons, Building, Life, Doctrine, Protection, Knowledge, Authority, Limitations, Boundaries, Time and Death
Incense: Black Poppy Seed and Myrrh
Planet: Saturn
Sign: Capricorn and Aquarius
Angel: Cassel
Colors: Black, Grey and Indigo
Herbs/Plants: Myrrh, Moss, Hemlock, Wolfsbane, Coltsfoot, Nightshade and Fir
Stones: Jet, Smokey Quartz, Amethyst, Black Onyx, Snowflake Obsidian, Lava, Pumice
Oil: (Saturn) Cypress, Mimosa, Myrrh, Patchouli

Saturn lends its energies to the last day of the week. Because Saturn is the planet of karma, this day is an excellent time for spellwork involving reincarnation, karmic lessons, the Mysteries, wisdom, and long-term projects. It is also a good time to being efforts that deal with the elderly, death, or the eradication of pests and disease

The Witches Almanac for Saturday, March 29th

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The Witches Almanac for Saturday, March 29th

Saturday (Saturn): Longevity, exorcism, endings, homes and houses.

Feast of St. Eustace’s of Luxeuil

 

Moon Sign: Pisces

Pisces: The focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.

Waning Moon

The Waning Moon is a time for study, meditation and little magickal work (except magick designed to banish harmful energies).

Moon enters Aries 9:54 pm

Aries: Good for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.

Moon Phase: Fourth Quarter

Incense: Pine

Color: Indigo

Surprise! Surprise! A Very Blessed Saturday Morn’ To All!

Spring Comments

I am a Solitary Witch

Walking alone the Ancient Path

Finding my own road to faith and wisdom

Goddess, bless me with your shining moonbeams

To light my way as I travel

And shelter me with your loving arms

May the Earth protect me with its strength

May the Water wash away my troubles

May the Air blow in clarity of thought

And the Fire warm and cleanse me

I am a Solitary Witch

And I am blessed.

Blessed Are The Witches.

So Mote It Be.