Day: May 7, 2014

Your Ancient Symbol Card for May 7th is The Green Man

Your Ancient Symbol Card for Today

The Green Man

Where the Green Man appears the mystery and untamed energy of nature abounds. The Green Man indicates the presence of choices and powers that have not been muted by civilization. The Green Man represents the antithesis of technology and industrialization. He offers primal energies veiled in mystery and derived from the spirit of nature in its purest form.

As a daily card, The Green Man indicates you are in a place where you will be well served by exploring your place in the natural world. At the moment the wisdom that will serve you best cannot be found in books or on talk shows or extracted from today’s headlines. What’s called for is an affirmation of your place in the natural world

Your Personal Daily Tarot Card for May 7th is The Sun

Your Personal Daily Tarot Card

The Sun

Only The World card of the Tarot can match the blessings that come with The Sun. While it certainly doesn’t promise a life’s path without some bumps in the road, The Sun indicates all will be well. The Sun is our Cosmic Nurturer. Life flourishes under its radiant beams. It provides the illumination to find Truths and lights one’s path so they do not get lost. To stand in the rays of The Sun is to shine. To absorb its energy promotes growth, exceptional physical and mental health, and good fortune. The Sun is empowering, elevating and fills those who bask in it with confidence and sense of self-worth.

Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Horoscopes for May 8th

Unrestrained optimism cannot withstand a confrontation with the truth and our attempts to sidestep reality won’t work now. The Moon shifts into practical Virgo at 2:23 am EDT, emphasizing useful facts over indulgent fantasies. However, the Moon’s opposition to phantasmagorical Neptune later in the day makes it tough to simply forget our dreams. It’s helpful to remember that our imaginations can play a significant role in creating the future.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You can derive great benefit from applying your knowledge in a practical way today, especially if you keep your mind on point. Unfortunately, a string of distractions could set you off on a circuitous mental meandering, causing you to waste precious time. Give yourself permission to daydream now instead of being so self-critical because you are not as productive as you wish. The seeds of ambition are first planted in the fertile ground of your imagination.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Your long-term goals may not be as in touch with reality as you think. You might even face disillusionment if you try to cling to them too tightly. Unfortunately, working harder doesn’t automatically turn a fantasy into something tangible. Take an objective look at your aspirations and consider whether or not they fit into a sensible plan. Once you have stepped through this preliminary review you will know whether or not to move forward.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

You are like a butterfly that is flitting from dream to dream today, unable to stick with one long enough to make it real. If you insist on detaching from reality, at least pick your fantasies with as much consciousness as possible. However, don’t get so caught up with your intellectual analysis that you lose touch with your imagination. There’s a delicate dance between being inspired by your visions and misled by your illusions.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

The boundaries between you and your closest friends are blurry today as the Moon’s opposition to foggy Neptune challenges your ability to separate your feelings from the facts. You are eager to be in a fun-filled social setting now, placing you in close proximity with people you like. However, you should tread carefully because your emotional needs can lure you into tricky waters before you know it. Your colorful visions are a rich source of inspiration as long as you don’t confuse them with the truth.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You would prefer to float away on a big puffy cloud of dreams today, but it’s wise to be conscientious about honoring your previous commitments first. It’s unlikely that you can evade your responsibilities, yet neither can you take them too seriously. Practice walking in two worlds, with one foot grounded in reality while the other is exploring the outer reaches of your fantasies. Dancing with duality has its advantages when there is so much work to do.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Relying on help from others is tricky today, so consider striking out on your own. It’s not that anyone will necessarily flake on you; it’s just that it’s very easy to misunderstand each other now. Even if you believe you hear everything clearly, you can still misinterpret the intent of what’s being said. Don’t try to fill in the spaces between the words with your false assumptions. Just listen closely so you don’t inadvertently steer off track.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You take great pride in your ability to weigh and balance a lot of information to decide what’s most significant. Nevertheless, this sorting process feels like a real struggle today. Paradoxically, your cerebral tools are working fine; it’s just that your imagination is functioning even better. Don’t try to control your thoughts; slipping in and out of fantasy can reveal something important now about how you might be even more efficient in the long run. There’s an infinite ray of possibilities ahead when you’re open to the symbols of your subconscious

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

This might be a perfect day to make something special, create a masterpiece or redecorate your office. However, you may not be able to take time off from your regular work to pursue your artistic talents. Ideally, you could combine your desire to express your vision of beauty with what you must do in the real world. Don’t give up on your dreams; channeling your passion into your creativity enables you to leave your world a better place than you found it.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You may be operating under the false illusion that if you could just stay home today, all your problems would be solved. As much as you need a serious chunk of time to yourself, escaping the real world won’t make you any happier in the long run. Instead of wasting precious time withdrawing into Fantasyland, dedicate your efforts toward making your most important dreams come true. You have to build a ladder first if you want to reach for the stars

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

The best of intentions aren’t sufficient to keep your mind on the work that is in front of you now. Nearly everything that happens appears to be another intriguing distraction which prevents you from honoring your obligations. Nevertheless, it’s still crucial to demonstrate your tenacity today and come through for someone that matters or there could be a big price to pay later on. Work first, play later; your conscience will thank you for it.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You can unknowingly project uncertainty and confusion today, even if you’re quite sure of yourself. There is a surprising split between your drive for practical accomplishment and your desire for artistic expression. Just make sure that your need to know the truth doesn’t actually prevent you from finding it. Instead of being the scientist or technician now, try a more philosophical approach to balancing the mundane and the magical.

Your Horoscopes for Wednesday, April 7th

Although life might seem more enjoyable with the Moon traveling through lively Leo, there are still complications that can set obstacles in our path. We may be feeling the electric buzz of nervous energy since cerebral Mercury aligns with shocking Uranus this morning. As if things weren’t moving fast enough already, Mercury jumps into jittery Gemini at 10:56 am EDT. However, a sobering Venus-Saturn aspect cools us down and delays satisfaction.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Your mind may wander in so many directions all at once that it’s challenging to concentrate today. You are so optimistic now that you might actually believe you can successfully juggle everything you have in process. But even your enthusiasm has its limits. Stop for a moment and take careful inventory of what you’re doing. Considering what could be temporarily eliminated enables you to fully focus on those tasks that should be top priority.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

You could miss your chance if you don’t take immediate action today. You have been waiting for the right moment long enough and further analysis won’t likely bring you any more clarity than you already have. Although you cannot stop the thoughts from going in circles, you can lessen the noise by boldly moving ahead, even if you aren’t one hundred percent sure of your choice. Nearly any movement now is better than none at all. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

Your message could get lost in a flurry of too many words today even if you have lots of clever ideas to share. Examine your motives closely; chatty Mercury’s yearly return to your sign can make you even more loquacious than ever. If you want to be understood by others, slow down your delivery; keep your presentation short and to the point. However, if your goal is just to amuse yourself, you really don’t need an audience at all.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

The universe is giving you permission to escape today, even if only in your mind. Luckily, you can use your imagination to travel anywhere in time and space, for your thoughts seem as if they are almost real. Tread carefully; don’t make the mistake of believing that fantasy is a replacement for real-life experiences. Visualize all the amazing possibilities before choosing where to go next. The sky is the limit

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

There just doesn’t seem to be enough time in the day to connect with everyone on your mind. Your popularity feels quite lovely, but it also distracts you from the work you should be doing today. However, you could have the best of both worlds now if you concentrate on enjoying your interactions with others while you further develop your business contacts. Networking can be fun as you continue to establish your place within the community. You don’t have to be the star of the show to have a good time.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Although you might appear to be overwhelmed at work today, you’re a lot calmer than others realize. Your current strategy involves keeping your options alive because you think that following multiple paths is your most efficient way to reach a specific goal. Don’t worry about what anyone else thinks of your plan; it has an excellent chance of coming together just as you imagine as long as you aren’t sidelined by doubt. Believe in yourself and trust the process.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You’re more than willing to go along with someone who presents a good idea, even if it isn’t part of your original agenda. However, you might be quite concerned now because you’re beginning to realize that this new opportunity may be much bigger than you expect. You must make a critical decision that could have a significant impact on the direction of your life, so take your time before choosing your path. Fate is in your own hands today; you don’t always have to say yes to please others.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You’re often the one who turns over every stone when searching for an answer because you are more afraid of what you don’t know than what you might actually find. However, you are tempted to take a shortcut today and jump to conclusions instead of investigating every possibility. Fortunately, a spontaneous and creative approach can still provide you with exactly what you need and enable you to enjoy yourself in the process. Embracing the unknown is an adventure all on its own.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

It’s annoying today if someone repeats what you previously said, even if you are given full credit for the idea. But instead of criticizing others for their lack of originality, just be appreciative that your message was taken to heart. It is often said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, so simply accept the compliment and move on. Seeing your ideas come to fruition is all that really matters

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Although it feels refreshing when your mood lightens today, it might also make you a bit anxious because you believe you should be more productive. But it’s challenging to let go of unfinished business, even if it’s only for a temporary escape. The truth is that a little bit of relaxation can be quite rejuvenating. Taking some time off now gives you extra energy to accomplish your ambitious goals later on. Cultivating a healthy balance is a big step toward creating a happier life.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You might feel as if you’re fighting an uphill battle today, especially if there are unpleasant or boring tasks to complete. But if your job is enjoyable, then you should be able to find your groove and create some magic. It’s your choice; no matter what you’re doing now, you can turn it into a game. It’s not the activity but your attitude that makes the difference between work and play.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You are highly animated today, which makes others assume that you want to be a part of the fun. However, your words may be misleading, hiding your current need for solitude. Fortunately, you can have your cake and eat it too; if you burn off some of your mental energy with your friends, it will be easier to settle down for some quiet contemplation in the evening. Just be sure to add your creative touch to everything you do.

Your Daily Cosmic Calendar for May 7th

It may be a little too soon to shout from the rooftops that the recent stellar conflicts are at an end, but some of today’s fortuitous alignments are pointing in that general direction. The early hours appear promising across the board — courtesy of a high-minded, 72-degree liaison between Mercury and Jupiter (1:20AM) while the Moon in Pisces in a 60-degree, supportive tie with the Sun in Taurus (7:15AM) provides a good-sized dose of physical and emotional revitalization. Remember that it was Mercury (on April 14) and Jupiter (on April 20) that each made several adversarial aspects — magnifying the potential discord of those time-periods. Now they act as though it never happened by reaching across the zodiac in a thought-provoking 72-degree contact. Enjoy explorations in the fine and graphic arts, music and dance improvisations as the Moon unites with Neptune (11:50AM) and parallels Venus (3:02PM). The latter sky pattern can rev your romantic engines. However, focus attention on safety and security measures while Venus forms an off-kilter, 150-degree link with Vesta (12:04PM) and keep your emotional cool when the Moon parallels Mars (8:40PM). Maintain a steady hand if you need to deal with evening business matters since Venus trines Saturn in water signs (10:16PM). Insights inundate your consciousness as Thursday night morphs into Friday morning as the Moon makes a flowing trine to Jupiter (11:55PM). [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.]

Current Moon Phase for May 7th – First Quarter Moon

First Quarter Moon

(waxing/90-135 degrees)

Emotions begin to stir coupled with recognizing that the new beginnings you are making must also increase personal security to be worthwhile over the long haul. This is a time when it’s appropriate to get in touch with your gut instincts and begin to guide your life more deliberately, with an awareness of using your “sixth sense” as well as your enthusiasm. Obstacles may emerge that require you to reevaluate how to better integrate yourself into your immediate environment.

The Witches Magick for May 7th – Marigold and Sunflower Faery Magick


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The Witches Magick for May 7th – Marigold and Sunflower Faery Magick

　

This is the time when flowers are in bloom and the energy of faeries is everywhere. In this spell you are creating a faery circle as a way of bringing this fluorescent energy into your life.

You will need a pot of marigolds and thirteen sunflower seeds.

Place the pot of marigolds in a sunny location. Call to Mari, Queen of the Faeries to protect and give life to the flowers:

Queen Mari, give life to this flower

That bears your name and glows with

your divine fluorescence.

Place the thirteen sunflower seeds in a circle around the marigolds. As you do so, call out to the faeries:

Marigolds and sunflowers,

Spread the magick of faery powers.

Care for the flowers during the month, making sure to give them the care and attention they need to thrive.

WOTC Extra – Steps and Procedures for Forming Your Own Spells

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WOTC Extra – Steps and Procedures for Forming Your Own Spells

Following the steps below will help you create spells that are just as effective as those you learn from a book or another practitioner.

 

1. Boil down the purpose of the spell to a word a short phrase.

2. Find the ingredients suited to your goal.

3. Determine the best possible timing for the spell.

4. Decide if you want to include an affirmation or incantation. If so, write it so that it describes your components and your goals.

5. Cleanse and bless all the item you will be using as part of the spell.

6. Consider any actions that might help support the magick and where best to insert them in the spell-casting process (for example, lighting a candle at the outset to illustrate your intention).

7. Prepare yourself and the space where you’ll cast the spell.

8. Focus your will to raise energy and guide it mentally toward your objective, then release it and trust in the outcome.

9. Keep a journal (or grimoire) of your results for future reference.

It is not necessary to always every step of this process. There will be moments when you can’t conduct a spell at “just the right time” or when you don’t have perfectly suitable components. Some spells don’t require numerous ingredients or actions–a visualization or simple statement of intent maybe all that’s necessary. Your thoughts and your will are the most important components of any spell; the rest are optional.

Let’s Talk Witch: Adapting A Spell for Your Own Needs

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Let’s Talk Witch: Adapting A Spell for Your Own Needs

Today you will find many books on spellcraft that contain instructions for casting spells. You can also purchase ready-made kits that include all the ingredients necessary for a spell. Nonetheless, if those instructions or ingredients don’t make sense to you or break your personal ethics, the spell will not work.

The best spells are those you create yourself or adapt to suit your own purpose. The process of collecting ingredients, preparing them, and designing the steps of your spell focuses your mind on your intention and adds energy to the spell. Sometimes you must adapt a tried and true spell because you can’t get the designated components. For example, if you lived in New England and used ash leaves or bark in protection spells but then moved to Texas, you would not be able to find such plant life; you could then compensate by substituting another ingredient, such as basil.

With the pervious example in mind, it’s easy to see that there will be many times when a Witch or Wiccan will want to adapt a spell or devise oone of her own. How do you begin the process? Adapting a spell is far easier than creating one, so let’s start there. When a Witch examines a spell, she looks for continuity and comprehensiveness.

Do the spell target your goal through its words, actions and components?

Does it do so on a multisensual level (involving your hearing, sight, touch, taste, and smell)?

Does every part of the spell make sense and excite your higher sentiments?

If the answer to any of these questions is no, try to find a substitute. To illustrate, many old love spells call for blood as components. But modern awareness of disease (or squeamishness) might make blood inappropriate. Instead a witch could use red wine. The red juice from crushed raspberries, strawberries, or passion fruit (fruit associated with love) would also work well. In this manner, she can still follow the basic spell while replying on components that are safe and support her ethics.

Choosing your own ingredients when adapt a spell, rather than following a prescribed formulas allows you to fine-tune a spell to your specific needs. Once you understand the basic natures and symbolism of various components, you can mix and match them to create exactly the right combination of energies.

Source:

The Everything Wicca & Witchcraft Book
Author Skye Alexander

Celebrating Other Spirituality 365 Days A Year – Helston Furry Dance

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Helston Furry Dance

 

One of the most famous of all traditional British festivals is Floral or Flora Day or more correctly as the “Furry—from the Cornish “fer” (Latin feria), a fair, rejoicing holy day. The date of the festival coincides with the feast of the Apparition of St. Michael the archangel. Helston’s patron saint. The legend recounts that the first furry was danced to celebrate Michael’s deliverance from a boulder hurled at him during an altercation with Satan. However, it is quite possible that some of the fair’s activities are linked to far older celebrations that honored the Celtic Horned God in the guise of Robin Hood.

From the street dancing that takes place on this day, it is clear that the festival has become inextricably intermingled with May Day. The procession begins at noon with the furry dance. One hundred and fifty couples participate in the dance, which winds through the streets of town, gardens, and even homes that have left their doors open for the dancers. In the past, it was believed that the dancers would bring good luck and good fortune to the household as they passed through.

Home & Hearth Magick for Wednesday, May 7th

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Home & Hearth Magick for Wednesday, May 7th

 

Cast for communications matters and to improve good luck

Planetary Influences: Mercury

Household Symbols: Phones, televisions, computers, letters and silver coins

Colors; Orange or purple

Kitchen Spices: Dill and celery seed

Source:

Cottage Witchery
Natural Magick for Hearth and Home
Author: Ellen Dugan

Wednesday Is Ruled By Mercury

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Wednesday Is Ruled By Mercury

Archangel: Raphael

Candle colour: Yellow

Incenses: Lavender or fennel

Crystals: Citrine or yellow calcite
Use Wednesdays for spells for money-making ventures, learning new things, passing examinations and tests, house moves and travels, overcoming debt and repelling envy, malice and deceit.

Where possible, work in a windy place or when the clouds are moving fast across the sky.

The Witches Correspondence for Wednesday, May 7th

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The Witches Correspondence for Wednesday, May 7th

Magickal Intentions: Communication, Divination, Writing, Knowledge, Business Transactions, Debt, Fear,Loss, Travel and Money Matters
Incense: Jasmine, Lavender, Sweet Pea
Planet: Mercury and Chiron (though this is a moon of Pluto)
Sign: Virgo
Angel: Raphael
Colors: Orange, Light Blue, Grey, Yellow and Violet
Herbs/Plants: Fern, Lavendar, Hazel, Cherry, Periwinkle
Stones: Aventurine, Bloodstone, Hematite, Moss Agate and Sodalite
Oil: (Mercury) Benzoin, Clary Sage, Eucalytus, Lavender

This day is governed by Mercury. Wednesday’s vibration adds power to rituals involving inspiration, communications, writers, poets, the written and spoken word, and all matters of study, learning, and teaching. This day also provides a good time to begin efforts involving self-improvement or understanding.

The Witches Almanac for Wednesday, May 7th

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The Witches Almanac for Wednesday, May 7th

Wednesday (Mercury): The conscious mind, study, travel, divination and wisdom

Pilgrimage of St. Nicholas (Italian)

Waxing Moon

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

Moon Phase: Second Quarter

Moon Sign: Leo

Leo: Draws emphasis to the self, central ideas, or institutions, away from connections with others and other emotional needs. People tend to be melodramatic.

Incense: Honeysuckle

Color: Brown