As we scatter to the four winds today, I would like to leave you with a very beautiful poem by Abby Willowroot. Abby has several more poems on The Spiral Goddess if you would like to read more of her work. I hope you enjoy the poem.
Until tomorrow, my friends……
Thank You for This Day
By Abby Willowroot
Thank you for this day on Earth
Ancient Mother who gave me birth
Healing Mother who keeps me strong
Crone Mother who brings each new dawn
Thank you for the gift of being
For blessing me with the wonders of seeing
For the sounds and feeling of laughter
and the wisdom, learned through pain.
Spirit Mother bless me, tomorrow with a day again.
Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.
2015 June 16
Auroras and Star Trails over Iceland Image Credit & Copyright: Vincent Brady
Explanation: It was one of the quietest nights of aurora in weeks. Even so, in northern- Iceland during last November, faint auroras lit up the sky every clear night. The featured 360-degree panorama is the digital fusion of four wide-angle cameras each simultaneously taking 101 shots over 42 minutes. In the foreground is serene Lake Myvatn dotted with picturesque rock formations left over from ancient lava flows. Low green auroras sweep across the sky above showing impressive complexity near the horizon. Stars far in the distance appear to show unusual trails — as the Earth turned — because early exposures were artificially faded.
Saturn is the last planet visible to the naked eye. For millennia, it represented the limits of the solar system and came to symbolize time, structure and order. Saturn takes about 29 years to orbit the Sun, spending about two and a half years in each sign of the zodiac.
Saturn is the planet that says “no” but means “yes.” The no comes from Saturn showing us what isn’t working, sometimes in the form of frustrating blockages or delays. But these help us see where we need to put in effort to make concrete changes. Saturn says “yes” as the planet of crystallization that brings energy into matter. Saturn’s presence in a sign of the zodiac shows us where we are likely to meet limits and how to construct something useful.
Serious Saturn in survivalist Scorpio forces us to face the bottom line. Life and death, sex, power and our economic well being can be pushed to the limits during this two-year transit. Concentrating our efforts where they are most needed may require eliminating ideas, activities, objects or individuals that distract us from these essential tasks.
Take account of your desires, even the inappropriate ones. Knowing what you want helps you become a better negotiator in relationships. Being nice is, well, nice but doesn’t touch the depth of emotion associated with Scorpio. Partnerships grow when they are rooted in honesty, especially with ourselves. We can compromise in pursuit of our desires but if we don’t even know what they are, all we’re left with are manipulation and chance.
Getting the most out of our resources is another expression of Saturn in Scorpio. Scarcity could be a collective problem but, ideally, will lead to more efficient systems of production and distribution. Cleaning up toxins in the environment and within our bodies and minds are other healthy expressions of this transit.
How money is handled, especially involving insurance and debt, grows in importance with Saturn in Scorpio. There may be even more abuses in the financial world but that could be what it takes to make some significant reforms. Borrowing for well-defined purposes and with a realistic repayment schedule is an appropriate way to use this cycle.
Sexual repression is a dark side of Saturn in Scorpio. The AIDS epidemic was at a very high level in the early 80s, the last time this transit occurred. Responsiblity for erotic inclinations doesn’t mean that they should be suppressed but rather that we deepen our understanding of them. Tantra, a form of sacred sexuality, teaches us about intimacy that is not possible when we deny this essential part of ourselves.
Ace of Pentacles
Prosperity, pleasure and beauty can be realized.
Berkano
Berkano is the Rune of birth and rebirth. This may symbolize a time when you are capable of great personal growth. Love may be in the air as well.
Scorpio the Scorpion
This aspect of your life will be strongly influenced by a person who is determined, forceful, emotional, intuitive, powerful, passionate, exciting and magnetic. This person is probably an acquaintance you made at work.
Your Daily Influences represent events and challenges the current day will present for you. They may represent opportunities you should be ready to seize. Or they may forewarn you of problems you may be able to avoid or lessen. Generally it is best to use them as tips to help you manage your day and nothing more.
Today’s Meaning:
This aspect of your life will be strongly influenced by a person who is friendly, humanitarian, honest, loyal, original, inventive, independent and intellectual. If you can identify this person get close to them–they can be quite helpful.
General Description:
Eleventh sign of the Zodiac, Jan 20th to Feb 19th. Ruling planet Uranus; correct metal lead. Those born under the influence of the Aquarius were supposed to be intelligent, of strong will power, restless, inventive, deep thinkers, artistic and cautious in money matters. The Aquarius gems are Garnet and Hyacinth. The Garnet, throughout India and Persia, was a favorite amulet against plague and poison, also worn to attract cheerfulness and good health. In the middle ages used as a charm to protect against all inflammatory disease and to ensure happiness. It was also supposed to warn its wearer of approaching peril and danger.
Today’s Past, Present & Future Reading Using Dominos
That Which is Behind You
Blank/Three
The opportunity to strengthen your spiritual self is before you. These moments are very rare in one’s life, so it would behoove you to take advantage of this one.
Your Current Place
Two/Three
Your livelihood or work appears to lack orderliness. This makes it difficult for you to move ahead or find purpose in your work. Now is a good time for you to organize your work place and develop new strategies for managing the tasks before you.
That Which is before You
Blank/One
A new life’s path is unfolding before you. Opportunities abound. You will do well if you have the courage to move down this new path, and do not stray from acting morally.
Five/Six
Your troubles will soon wane. You will know true peace and harmony on both the spiritual and physical plane. Happiness and satisfaction will be yours.
Poor Rabbit! No other animal is so associated with fear than Rabbit—that nervous little bunny who hops and leaps at every little sound. Rabbit has come to you today to ask you to have the courage to face whatever difficulties you’re having instead of running away to a safe burrow. Face your fears, examine your old “fight or flight” patterns, and determine once and for all to stop hiding away.
Mars represents those qualities we commonly associate with the male/yang persona. Mars traits include raw energy, ambition, aggression, confidence, passion, and a sense of adventure. The occurrence of Mars denotes the dominating presence or need of the qualities listed above. Martian influence may have a negative impact unless it is balanced with an influence that can blunt the brashness and impulsiveness of Mars.
As a daily card, Mars suggests you would be well served by allowing your more aggressive side take control for at least for a short while. Now is a time for you to act with confidence and decisiveness. However, keep in mind that the qualities associated with Mars can do more damage than good if allowed to run free for too long.
Meanings: The Birds Rune means some unexpected news that may alter your life completely, especially if this is the leading rune. Generally, the news will lead to a positive change but pay close attention to the nearest runes to determine its nature. It can also mean news of friends or family that you haven’t had contact with in quite a while. Letters and documents should be watched for as they may well bring happiness.
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of tradition and conformity.
The Sun Rune, denotes power and strength. That which you want may be attained. Sowilo also denotes mental clarity and added warmth to your relationships.
Additional information about Today’s Rune, Sowilo
sowulo : sun
Phonetic equivalent: s
DIVINATORY MEANINGS: success, positive energy, increase, power, activity, fertility, health
ANALYSIS: The sun is held sacred by almost every religion in the world. Its light and warmth symbolize life and growth and all that is good. Norse cosmology describes the sun being driven around the heavens in a chariot and chased by a great wolf, which will devour at Ragnarok. Throughout IndoEuropean Paganism, the sun has frequently been associated with the horse, often described as being carted around the sky by a horse. Both are symbolic of life and fertility, and are usually considered ‘masculine’ in polarity, although in Norse myth the chariot is driven by a girl. The swastika or sun wheel is a constant motif in rock carvings dating Neolithic times, and occurs throughout Europe and Asia. The sun rune itself is a variation on this symbol, and represents motion and energy.
Sowulo marks the end of the second aett, and like wunjo represents success and glory. However, unlike the rest and relaxation of Valhalla, the sun is very much an active symbol. We have reached the end of the aett successfully, and the conclusion is a positive one, but in this case we are fully aware of the changing and transient nature of the universe. We can see the wolf at heels, and we know that we must move on. Here, though, the journeyer may pause briefly in the warmth and light of the sun, absorbing and applying its energy to the work ahead. This time we won’t need to be blasted out of our safe position, but will rather choose to leave it in order to continue on the journey.
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of conformity.
When The Emperor is among your personal cards, the influence of The Hierophant may be increased. Having The Fool or The Lovers in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Hierophant.
The Lovers
The Lovers indicates both the most powerful of unions and the most of challenging conflicts humans must face. On one side The Lover’s embodies love and union on a cosmic scale—a love so strong, so inherently good that it actually makes the lovers better, more than they really are. All of the elements are there for the perfect union. The Lovers represent all powerful unions in general, and the elements that create/sustain them. The problem The Lovers face is temptation and the decision to act morally or abandon their ethics to take advantage of other opportunities that would be defined as transgressions.
The Lovers’ influence is increased when The Empress is among your personal cards. Having The Hierophant or The Hermit in your personal cards may diminish the influence of the Lovers.
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is a staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of tradition and conformity.
Today and tomorrow are strong for family activities, home life, and endeavors that remind you of the need for comfort and familiarity, dear Aries. This can be a nice change after busy days. Even so, there is great energy with you today for creative vision. You can more easily envision what you want to create, and you can feel very inspired and motivated as a result. It’s a good day for setting goals and thinking about the future. Plans may not be meticulous and detail-oriented now, but they’re broad and intelligent.
Taurus
Taurus
Emotional satisfaction today and tomorrow tends to come from keeping yourself busy, mental stimulation, reaching out and connecting with others, and learning new things, dear Taurus. This may not be the best day for concentration, as you’re so curious that it’s very easy to get distracted, but right now you seem to need the change, movement, and variety involved. There is one area that grabs your attention more than others, and that is family or home matters, as you can be feeling quite inspired as you make plans for the future in these areas.
Gemini
Gemini
In some ways, you are riding on the energy of the New Moon in your sign that occurred yesterday, dear Gemini. You can be feeling especially alive, vital, and inspired. Your ideas right now may very well be golden, and you seem to have the cooperation and support of important people in your life. Even so, there is a stronger emotional desire to settle in just for now with the Moon in your resources sector nudging your attention towards some of the more practical details of your recent plans.
Cancer
Cancer
The Moon is in your sign all day today and tomorrow, dear Cancer, and this brings your emotions out of hiding and into the light. You’re a little more vulnerable emotionally, as you crave a feeling of connectedness with others. Put your stamp on the day as you begin a new lunar cycle. Today, plans may come together with finances, work, or other practical matters. Good energy is with you for identifying redundancies in spending as well.
Leo
Leo
The Moon in your privacy sector all day today and tomorrow suggests some need for down time or solitude, dear Leo. This is a strong day for creative pursuits, so that tuning out distractions is even more productive. Plans seem to be coming together, and you’re especially able to see the bigger picture and the larger design. You might also have a strong sense that you have the support of friends or a team, even if you are taking more time to yourself. It’s a fine time to help guide others.
Virgo
Virgo
Your need to feel connected to a group, friend, or a cause is strong today and tomorrow, dear Virgo, but a lot is going on in your domestic and personal life. You are able to draw upon your intuition in order to draw up plans, frameworks, or designs, and you might be especially creative when it comes to domestic affairs, although all areas of life can benefit from your ideas and insight now. You might be supporting others with helpful advice, logic, and knowledge, and thoroughly enjoying the process.
Libra
Libra
You are more emotionally invested in your career, responsibilities, or reputation today and tomorrow, dear Libra, and this can either boost or undermine your performance, depending on how secure you’re feeling today. Try not to let fear of failure interfere with setting goals. There is strong energy for teaming up with a friend or group and for networking, communicating and sharing ideas, and learning today. This is a better day for seeing the broader plans than it is for filling in the details. You have a vision today, and this can be exciting.
Scorpio
Scorpio
The Moon in your idealistic ninth house today and tomorrow inspires you to think in bigger terms, dream, and make plans. Fortunately, there is good energy for seeing the bigger picture now, and plans seem to fall into place in your mind. While your idealism is emphasized today, you can also be quite practical, and your optimism now motivates you even further. People in high places may be looking on you especially favorably today. You seem to have their support.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
Your wisdom and intelligence are plainly seen today, dear Sagittarius, and you might have the chance to apply yourself to an important project. You are more confident about your talents and ideas, and you can be quite determined to put them into action. The only danger here is that you may take on a little too much, which sometimes happens when you’re feeling especially enthusiastic. You are even shrewder than usual today, and your powers of observation are strong.
Capricorn
Capricorn
With so much focus on the details of your life these days, dear Capricorn, today’s broader vision can be felt as a wonderful release. You are more able to see the bigger picture, particularly when it comes to the connection between mind and body, patterns of behavior, and recent life experiences. You can come to better conclusions now. Self-understanding improves as you pan out a little and focus less on the smaller problems and more on your life as a whole. Today and tomorrow, the Moon moves through your solar seventh house, making it a generally good time for socializing, recognizing your need for others, and in business, making deals and sales.
Aquarius
Aquarius
There has been quite a strong focus on getting your creative and playful needs met recently, dear Aquarius, and while this will continue for a while longer, your emotional focus today and tomorrow tends to be on more practical matters. The practical details of your life, the routines that keep you active and healthy, and your work or services you provide are in need of your attention. Emotionally, you’re invested in these things more than usual. Even so, this can also be a strong time for collaborating with others and making very effective plans. Partnering up can be very productive now.
Pisces
Pisces
Today and tomorrow, the Moon harmonizes with your own sign, dear Pisces, providing gentle support for your emotions and easier channels for expressing them. It’s a good day for creating, sharing, and enjoying yourself. There is also strong energy with you for work and health matters, as plans seem to be coming together at the very least in your mind. You are more able to see both the details and the bigger vision so that your judgment is more sound than on a regular day. Perhaps more importantly, you have more faith in your ideas, designs, and plans.
Your imagination is boundless and you are a true visionary. You possess an endearing youthful quality throughout life, and can be quite persuasive when you want to be. You are given to daydreaming and require frequent periods of rest and solitude in order to renew your spirit. You do thrive on sharing your ideas with others, but you need time alone to refresh. You can be quite ambitious, and at times critical and impatient when feeling restless or unfocused. Famous people born today: Erich Segal, Tupac Shakur, Ian Buchanan, Wally Joyner, Joyce Carol Oates.
Ace of Pentacles
Berkano
Scorpio the Scorpion
Blank/Three
Two/Three
Blank/One
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of conformity.
The Lovers indicates both the most powerful of unions and the most of challenging conflicts humans must face. On one side The Lover’s embodies love and union on a cosmic scale—a love so strong, so inherently good that it actually makes the lovers better, more than they really are. All of the elements are there for the perfect union. The Lovers represent all powerful unions in general, and the elements that create/sustain them. The problem The Lovers face is temptation and the decision to act morally or abandon their ethics to take advantage of other opportunities that would be defined as transgressions.
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