I hate to run but I have too. I have a doctor’s appointment at 2:45 this afternoon. If I miss it, I don’t get my prescription refilled. I hope you understand. Tomorrow, we will be back to normal I promise. Till then…..
Have a very blessed Monday,
Love ya,
Lady A
Bright Blessings
Earth Mother, Giver of life
Strengthen me during my life-long strife.
Teach me your ways of perfect love,
peace, and wisdom true.
Spawn from my purest heart
These words to you
May this prayer help me to better
myself in word and deed,
To a higher plane I shall succeed.
Beautiful light of goodness fair
Lore of old we both do share
A Witch’s brew, I drink to you
My love for you, by day, by night
In thought and in sight
Will my soul learn
the meaning of this life again.
– Gina T. Ranney
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Blessed Be Online Wiccan Resource Center
It’s dark when you drive to and from work.
You see a good looking person and know it is a visitor.
You sat at the same desk for 4 years and worked for three different companies.
Your resume is on a diskette in your pocket.
You learn about your layoff on CNN.
Your biggest loss from a system crash is that you lose your best jokes.
Your supervisor hasn’t the ability to do your job assignment.
You sit in a cubicle smaller than your bedroom closet.
Salaries of the members on the Executive Board are higher than all the Third World countries’ annual budgets combined.
Weekends are those days your spouse makes you stay home.
Being sick is defined as can’t walk or you’re in the hospital.
All real work gets started after 5pm or on weekends.
10% of the people you work with (boss included) — knows what they do.
Vacation is something you rollover to next year.
Your relatives and family describe your job as “works with computers” or “does something with satellites”
You read this entire list and understood it.
On ‘Bunsen Burner Day’ let’s take a look at ways that Feng Shui says fire can heat up certain energies in your life. Fire is the element most associated with the Feng Shui ‘Fame’ arena, so if you’re looking for some positive recognition and accompanying rewards, then you should burn nine red candles in that ‘Fame’ space. This area most associated with honor and promotion is located in the back middle or back center of the main wall of your home or office. According to this tradition, red is believed to be the color ascribed to fire and the number nine symbolizes completion. So if you’re looking to heat up your reputation, look no further than the back of your own house.
By Ellen Whitehurst for Astrology.com
Today’s Meaning:
What you need in this aspect is a bit of understanding. You can find happiness in abundance if you understand and accept the differences of those with whom you share your life within this aspect.
General Description:
This is an Egyptian group of amulets. The centre ornament is the Lotus, from which hangs the emblem of Millions of years — Thou shalt never perish, never, never come to an end. The Lotus bestowed upon the wearer Light and Understanding, the gifts of the god Ra, their sun god, king of gods and of men. The Fish, the symbol of the Egyptian goddess who controlled the rising of the Nile brought Abundance and Riches. The other pendant is in the form of a lock of hair, the meaning of which is obscure.
The Crane
Cranes have been revered for centuries in many Oriental cultures, symbolizing good fortune and long life. If Crane has flown into your reading today, he brings a message of good tidings. Be prepared for something special today—emotional balance, good health, a spiritual “ah-ha!”, or simply pure joy.
The Believer
The Believer represents Faith and the realization that you have an important place in the workings of the Universe. Although The Believer may not always understand why things are the way they are, they none-the-less feel an underlying cosmic rhythm which is moving events in a direction that is good. The Believer rejoices in their celestial role, because they realize their life has purpose on a grand scale.
As a daily card, The Believer denotes a time when you will benefit by embracing and exploring your place in the Universe. The Believer confirms that you have inherent value far beyond our secular existence; that you are an important part of the both the grandeur and the mystery of our Cosmos.
Your Rune For Today
Laguz
Laguz is the feminine Rune. It denotes a deep sexuality and fertility. Laguz also represents that which is ever changing and renewal. You may be in a tremendous spiritual growth period.
The challenge of what has traditionally been known as the Hermit card is to be able to recognize a teacher in a humble disguise. This font of mysterious knowledge will not make it easy for the student to acquire his wisdom, as it takes time and long contemplation to fathom what he knows. He often speaks wordlessly, or in ancient and barbaric tongues, communicating with the elements, animals and Nature herself.
While the hourglass was an identifying feature on the earliest Hermit cards, more modern ones have shifted the metaphor, showing more or less light released from his lantern. In either case, the Hermit card reminds us of the value of time away from the hubbub of civic life, to relax the ego in communion with Nature.
March 31, 2014
You may be rather overprotective or even jealous. It is not wise to give all your love to one person and not to others. Practice showing concern for each person you encounter. There is no reason to feel insecure, especially in a close relationship. Strive to maintain a balance.
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Your drive for autonomy may prove too difficult to pursue while you’re in a relationship. Even if you’re happy with your mate, it appears as if you’ll require a significant amount of breathing room this week. Consider taking a “time out” from love, whether you’re single or attached, and that way you can focus on your personal priorities without any added drama. If you’re in a relationship, your mate already knows how important independence is to you. Hopefully, he or she will understand. Otherwise, you might begin to feel suffocated.
With Venus moving into gentle Pisces this week, you’ll feel a distinct shift in your love nature. What will happen from Saturday until May 2 is that you’ll enjoy social encounters more, and this will usher in new and exciting romantic prospects. You might decide to accept a friend’s invitation to set you up on a blind date with someone he or she believes is a perfect soul mate for you. Or, you may consider that your feelings for a friend have blossomed into something more than just a platonic relationship.
You might meet someone special who shares your goals and ambitions. If so, there might be a potential romance in the making … but it will need to be one that you keep out of the bedroom for a bit. This is because, although Venus may provide an opportunity for you to fall in love, Mars — the planet that rules sex — is still traveling retrograde in your true love sector. This may put a wrinkle in your sex life if you initiate a sexual relationship with anyone new until after Mars turns direct. May 19 is not too far away. It’ll be worth the wait.
All of the career opportunity you’ve got going on might blow up an existing power struggle between you and your mate this week. On Tuesday, your partner will likely alternate between feeling optimistic about your prospects to feeling overwhelmed at the changes they imply regarding your relationship. Time will continue to be a scarce commodity as you move forward professionally, and balancing partnership, family and personal pursuits along with your career goals may be impossible. At least for a while.
If you’re in the midst of a divorce, there may be legal tension ahead. Wednesday and Thursday in particular may prove to be rattling as there may be an unexpected development in the proceedings. Do your best to remain focused on cooperating with the process, and remember that the only way out of this situation is to go through it. Fortunately, after Saturday Venus will enter the area of your chart that rules shared resources. You may receive a favorable settlement after all. If attached, your mate could receive news of a raise.
If you’re tempted to use sex as a weapon this week, it’s a guarantee you’ll be hurt. On Thursday, a nasty square between the Sun and Pluto (now in your true love sector) might bring on a power play between you and your sweetheart. Instead of working through it, you may choose to act in a more passive-aggressive way, withholding affection instead. Don’t! Thankfully, love planet Venus will enter your partnership sector on Saturday. You and your mate will have much better bliss potential until May 2.
Unexpected changes in partnership will continue. A recent New Moon in your relationship sector this past Sunday guaranteed a fresh start, but because it’s filled with tension it might not be all that you bargained for. On Wednesday, the Sun will connect with Uranus in your house of commitment, making you question whether or not a traditional union works for you any longer. Then, on Thursday, this revelation may have consequences on the home front. If single, after Saturday and until May 2 you may have an office romance blossom.
Tension at the office may distract you from romance all week, but after Saturday you can count on a pleasant change of circumstances. By then Venus, the planet of love, will enter your romance sector, where she will remain until May 2. This annual transit of Venus in this part of your chart is one of the most supportive cycles to help you meet someone new. Be sure to go out and put yourself in a position to meet new and interesting people. Because Venus will be in Pisces, you’ll feel most attracted to artistic, musical or spiritual souls.
Love may be a battlefield for you this week. Although you’ll have an extraordinary level of excitement, all of those sparks may come at a heavy price. A recent New Moon in your true love sector on Sunday ushered in opportunity for you to meet someone new. The problem is that in addition to the lunation itself being a stressful one, this week there are difficult planetary aspects happening to amplify the tension. A love triangle is possible, or a jealous ex. Avoid a one-night stand because it’s something you’ll surely regret in the morning.
There is so much happening at home that it might put a dent in your relationship harmony this week. Unexpected developments in your domestic world might unnerve you, and you may expect your partner to make everything right. Don’t put that kind of pressure on your mate. It’s not only unfair, but it’ll be unrealistic. He or she is likely to feel just as affected by what’s happening as you are. The good news is that after Saturday you’ll have an easier time communicating harmoniously. Until then, avoid major decisions if possible.
You may shock your sweetheart this week with your words. Unexpected conversations, decisions or declarations may throw your relationship into a tailspin. At first, the impact may feel jarring, but on Wednesday you’re also likely to feel as if getting this information out into the open has the potential to revolutionize your love connection in the most invigorating way. Sometimes you have to shake things up to keep the blood flowing. That’s what may happen this week in your love life.
After a difficult and distracting week of putting out fires in your financial life, you’ll be glad to know a reward will arrive on Saturday. By then Venus, the planet of love, beauty and harmony, will enter your sign, where she’ll remain until May 2. During this phase your powers of attraction are enhanced, allowing romantic opportunities to flourish. If single, more than one person may express interest. If attached, your mate will fall in love with you all over again.
We are itching with anticipation today and our thoughts are already racing ahead to next month. But our over-the-top optimism prompts us to set our sights so high that we could meet disappointment sooner than we expect. Although our confidence levels soar, our intuition tells us that a surprise may be lurking around the next corner. Nevertheless, the enterprising Aries Moon reminds us that we can’t sit by idly waiting for something to happen.
Striking up the band and leading a parade might be your idea of fun today, because you want to get people up and moving with you. But the Aries Moon opposes combative Mars in your 7th House of Others, indicating the need to soften your message. Although music can raise the vibration, it’s more effective to lower your volume so your friends don’t have to cover their ears and miss out on what you are saying. Remember, not everyone is feeling as playful as you are now, so don’t take it personally if they don’t want to join in your game.
You are not happy if a coworker is on your case, but defending yourself is a common reaction with your obstinate nature. Unfortunately, you may not be all that comfortable handling this awkward situation today. It’s easier to hide your anger than to confront the origin of the problem. Keep in mind that this emotional retreat is not a cowardly act. Your self-restraint is wise now; otherwise you might lose control and create additional damage instead of leaving well enough alone. It takes real courage to walk away.
You need to watch the way you interact with people today or your current intensity may appear overly aggressive to others. You might even think that you are being extremely logical, only to have someone tell you that your ideas are too outrageous for them to follow. Instead of ranting about all the details, speak softer and say less. You really don’t have to use that many words now to get your point across if you choose the right ones. There’s no need to do a sales job when you have authenticity on your side.
You could surprise someone with your ability to defend your choices today. You may be willing to listen to the feedback you receive, but once you’ve heard what someone else has to offer, your reaction is strong and swift. Although you are uniquely sensitive of the needs of others, be careful about diluting the strength of your argument by attempting to placate everyone’s concerns. People will be suitable impressed when they see you stand up for your beliefs.
Putting your best ideas on the table for all to see is not an alien concept to you. However, there is so much expressive energy floating around today that you may not know when to stop your self-promotion. Your confidence motivates you to be so assertive that you might offend even your strongest allies. It’s much easier to gain support once you remember that you don’t have to shout just to get your message across. A laid-back approach will take you further now than a pushy one.
It seems like there’s too much drama in your life now, triggering a turning point in your relationships. Someone’s negativity boils over and then everything goes silent. But don’t mistake less noise for less intensity; it could be just the opposite. There’s no reason to feel so much anger that you say things you don’t really mean. Withdraw your energy until you have regained your strength and composure. Stepping back to create a bit of space gives everyone a chance to cool off.
You’re a natural people-pleaser and can be preoccupied with making everyone else happy. But the Sun and Moon are dancing with wild Uranus in your 7th House of Partners now, prompting you to blurt out what you want without thinking about the impact of your words. Don’t let anyone stand between you and your goals; setting well-defined boundaries ensures healthier relationships in the future. Taking a risk and revealing your needs can create the breakthrough that you’ve wanted all along.
You’re able to start new tasks at work today without becoming overly obsessed with the details or other people’s expectations. Unfortunately, follow-through becomes a problem if you don’t keep up your initial momentum. Once you slow down you could lose track of your direction, so ask your friends and associates to either lend a helping hand or simply get out of your way. You may be surprised at how much you accomplish if you’re willing to focus on the big picture.
You might be feeling a sense of urgency today, but don’t expect others to share your concerns. Although your friends know that you can wax philosophic with the best of them, they’re not very patient as you enthusiastically ramble on about something that may be significant only to you. Your ideas are flowing fast and furious now, making it tricky to tell which ones are worth pursuing. Don’t become too attached to any one thought until you see how it stands up to the test of time.
You feel emboldened to pull rank at work today, but you could easily overdo it. The idea of demonstrating your authority can be so enticing now that you may lose sight of your original intent to get ahead. Nevertheless, success doesn’t stem from maintaining control; manifesting your dreams is dependent on innovation and collaboration, and not status. Remember, the whole is greater than the sum of its individual parts.
The power of your positive thoughts motivates others, but your enthusiasm could be off the charts today. However, blind optimism isn’t of much use at all. If someone thinks you can’t discern fact from fiction, there’s a good chance that he or she will lose faith in your entire message. You can muster support for your plan by being as realistic as possible now. Although everyone wants to hear good news, it’s more important for you to be completely honest. The truth will set you free.
Creating new strategies to increase your income should be top priority today with the Sun, Moon and brilliant Uranus moving through your 2nd House of Self-Worth. You have plenty of enterprising ideas about how to generate wealth, but are not sure that any of them will work. Asking for a second opinion from someone you trust is a smart move now. A bit of unconventional wisdom may be all you need to get the ball rolling
You may remember that March began with a cacophony of cosmic disturbances as Mars, Vesta and Saturn all appeared to stop from the Earth’s vantage point and began various cycles of being in retrograde motion. Now this month is ending with some celestial sparks and boisterous fireworks displays as the Moon in Aries opposes Mars in Libra (8:22AM) followed quickly by the Sun parallel electrical Uranus (8:49AM). While emotional and intuitive energies are flying fast and could still be exhilarating, there is a greater chance that the mood monster is now being let loose upon unsuspecting individuals, couples, groups and communities. A supportive, 60-degree link from the Moon to Venus (1:08PM) attempts to bring order out of chaos, but this alignment also begins a 9+ hour void-of-course lunar cycle that lasts until 10:21PM (when the Moon enters the fixed-earth sign of Taurus). Strive to be a pillar of strength during the void twilight zone for colleagues, friends and family who are beginning to pick up on a start to April that could rival the onset of March. April 1 to 3 will bring the Sun into a square to Jupiter, a conjunction with Uranus, and another square to Pluto — along with at least 9 other, highly-charged and challenging sky patterns. The moral of this astrological-zodiacal story is not to let this last day of March become an early April Fools’ joke undermining your own well-being in the shift from the third to the fourth month of 2014. [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 New Moon is a time best suited for new beginnings! For the first 48 hours following the exact time of the New Moon each month, a window of opportunity opens for making wishes that, if noted, come true in the days and months ahead. There is a tremendous amount of enthusiasm in the atmosphere, making it a great time to go forward and begin projects that you feel instinctively attracted to initiating. Follow your impulses and let yourself make new starts in areas that are important to you.
Self-Empowerment Spell
This is a fairly simple spell, and of course you should change it according to your tastes.
Items you will need:
–1 white candle (probably the bigger the better) –mirrorThe candle should be cleansed before you begin, and could be infused with white energy, the energy of love and strength. Meditate upon your intentions before you begin. why do you need to empower yourself? Is it because you wish to realize the beauty within yourself,
or you wish others to see the beauty or strength you know that lies within you.
This spell also works best if you do a cleansing of yourself, whether it is bath or shower or just visualize all of the negativity that you are carrying with you washing away.
The candle should be placed in front of the mirror, and the mirror should face you. Light the candle. Feel the positive energy emanating from the candle. If you worship a deity, call upon them to help you. Chant:
I walk in beauty with the Goddess.
Let’s Talk Witch – The Many Flavors of Witchcraft
Yes, flavors. I ran across that word the other day describing something (I don’t remember what) but I found the word fascinating. When I stopped to think about it this morning, Witchcraft does come in many flavors. There are numerous different Paths/Tradition in Witchcraft. But we all call ourselves Witches. We unite under that title as Witch.
I decided to revisit several of those different Paths/Traditions today. We have several newcomers to the Craft. I figured this might be helpful to them. At least it will give them an idea of where their interests might lay. If you have been practicing Witchcraft for a while, see if your tradition is listed. If not, give us a brief description of your Path/Tradition. If you would like to add something to these descriptions, feel free. I would love to hear from you. Enjoy!
Alexandria Tradition Founded in England in the 1960’s. A man by the name of Alex Sanders called himself the “King” of Witches.
British Tradition Mixture of Celtic and Gardnerian beliefs. Covens are co-ed, and they train through the degree process.
Celtic Wicca This tradition stongly stresses the Ancient ones, the Elements, and nature. They know a lot about flowers, plants, herbs, stones, & gnomes/fairies.
Caledonii Tradition Scottish in origin, it preserves the festivals of the Scots. Used to be known as the Hecatine Tradition.
Ceremonial Witchcraft These Witches use a lot of Magic in their practices. wiccan Magic is a favorite.
Dianic Tradition This tradition has been known as the feminist movement. It was founded in 1921 by Margaret Murray. They tend to focus more on the Goddess, & not the God.
Eclectic Witch These Witches don’t follow any one Craft. They take what they have learned and apply it as needed to their Magic.
Gardnerian Tradition This tradition is so popular because the man who started it, Gerald Gardner, publicized it so much in the 1950’s. Wicca was about to die out, and he made many people aware of the Craft.
Hecatian A branch of Wicca which worships the Goddess Hecate.
Kitchen Witch These Witches practice most of their magic in the kitchen, like the name signifies
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Pictish Witch Scottish Craft; solitary using nature as it’s Magickal force. Not much religion involved in this one.
Pow-Wow Based on German Magic; it is not a religion, just a Magickal healing with faith practice.
Seax Wicca started by Raymond Buckland, this tradition contains Saxon beliefs and is exclusive for Saxon scholars, though nothing is stopping you from studying it.
Solitary Witch This is a Witch who practices alone. The tradition may vary, and they can come in many forms. A Solitary Witch can learn off the internet, books, and Witches they may know. They do not belong to a coven, and most of the time feel as if they benefit more by practicing solo.
Strega Witch: Began in the 1300’s by a woman named Aradia. They have beautiful teachings but are rare to find anymore.
Teutonic Witch This is the Nordic tradition. People vary from the English, Danish, Dutch, Swedish, and Norwegian.
Celebrating Other Spirituality 365 Days A Year – Roman Festival of Luna
On this day the Roman festival of Luna celebrated the Goddess of the Full Moon whose temple on the Aventine Hill was the focus of worship. As the Goddess of the Moon, Luna represents growing awareness, the fulfillment of love, and the mystery of enchantment. She is at once both lover and mother to her suitors and is identified with Diana and Selene.
Magickal Activity
Items Needed:
One silver candle
One teaspoon ground allspice
Almond oil
On the night of the waxing moon, inscribe the silver candle with the exact amount of money you need. Rub the candle with the almond oil as you chant the following:
“As the moon doth wax and grow, So to me doth money flow.”Once you feel the candle is thoroughly charged with your wish, roll it in the allspice and light. Allow the candle to burn for one hour and then extinguish. Repeat this spell each night at the same time until the moon is full. On the night of the Full Moon, allow the candle to burn out.
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