If you have ever wondered if You Might be Pagan?

 

1. When you’re sworn in in court, you bring your own grimoire.

2. You’ve been seen talking to cats. They talk back. You understand what
they’re saying.

3. When asked if you believe in God, you ask, “Which one?”

4. You know what “widdershins” means. You apply it.

5. You have an entire spice cabinet and you don’t cook. You know that
laurel and bay leaves are the same thing.

6. You have a frequent buyer card at the local antique bookstore. The
proprietor of said bookstore picks out anything to do with the Celts and
saves it for you.

7. You think Mercedes Lackey should be a cultural icon.

8. You know that there are exceptions to the laws of physics. You’ve
caused them.

9. The first thing your guests say is, “My, that’s a nice…altar…you
have there.”

10. On Halloween, you yell “Happy New Year!” at passers-by.

11. You know that Christmas trees were originally pagan symbols. That’s
why you bought one.

12. You have friends who say they are elves. You believe them.

13. You commit blasphemy in the plural.

14. Upon dying, your first thought is, “Darn it, not AGAIN.”

15. When you say “Mother Nature,” you don’t mean it in an anthropomorphic
way.

16. Gaia is NOT the lady on Captain Planet.

17. You think The Mists of Avalon should be a religious text. You use it
as such.

18. In Religion 100, you were disappointed because they didn’t cover YOUR
gods.

19. You know that there is a right way and a wrong way to draw a pentacle.
You can explain the difference.

20. You’ve spent the last year and a half looking for a familiar.

Astronomy Picture of the Day

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 October 23

Starburst Galaxy Messier 94
Image Credit: ESA/Hubble and NASA

 

Explanation: Beautiful island universe Messier 94 lies a mere 15 million light-years distant in the northern constellation of the hunting dogs, Canes Venatici. A popular target for earth-based astronomers, the face-on spiral galaxy is about 30,000 light-years across, with spiral arms sweeping through the outskirts of its broad disk. But this Hubble Space Telescope field of view spans about 7,000 light-years or so across M94’s central region. The sharp close-up examines the galaxy’s compact, bright nucleus and prominent inner dust lanes, surrounded by a remarkable bluish ring of young, massive stars. The massive stars in the ring are all likely less than 10 million years old, indicating the galaxy experienced a well-defined era of rapid star formation. As a result, while the small, bright nucleus is typical of the Seyfert class of active galaxies, M94 is also known as a starburst galaxy. Because M94 is relatively nearby, astronomers can explore in detail reasons for the galaxy’s burst of star formation.

Planet Tracker

Moon in Pisces

Oct 22, 2015 to Oct 24, 2015

On a Pisces Moon, think foot massage. Soak your soles in a calming lavender bath. Feet are ruled by Pisces; maybe it’s the way they cushion against the hard ground. Let yourself drift and dream today. Forget that pressured list in your day planner; don’t bother with a watch. You’ll accomplish more by letting your intuition guide you from this to that. Mood enhancers are films, music and poetry. But watch the spaced-out bag boy at the supermarket; he’s likely to leave your ice cream on the checkout stand. Steer clear of whiners and martyrs. There’s moisture in the air-fog, mist, tears. Better to convert self-pity or sentimentality into a broader compassion for the world. And if you’ve let your meditation practice lapse, this is a great Moon to return. Find the window that opens to your one-ness with all.

 

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Get A Jump On Tomorrow…..

Your Horoscopes for Saturday, October 24th

 

Aries

This is a good time for reflection and rest, dear Aries, although the morning can be demanding as you are forced to pay attention to chores or problems. Decisions related to or made with partners or close friends can be strong now. You could recognize a pattern that helps you to rise above common and recurring communication problems. This is an excellent time for observational skills, as you can be seeing where impatience may have been tripping you up, and the types of strategies that would better serve your purpose. You are unafraid of making changes that can put you ahead of the game.

Taurus

Your social life can be animated today, dear Taurus. Although morning conflict or tension can upset your desire for peace, it might also lead to important improvements in a friendship or with a child. Decisions related to work, research, health, and habits can be above average now. You’re willing to entertain new methods today if they’ll get you to your goal more quickly or expertly. Take the time to put in the research when it comes to improving your health and habits, as this approach can have payoffs. Be as open-minded as possible when faced with a different viewpoint than yours today.

Gemini

This is a potentially strong day for decision making, dear Gemini, as you’re patient and practical enough to consider the future but also creative and insightful about what needs to be done right now. It’s also good for sharing your ideas with others, who are likely to have interesting input that expands your view. The Moon is in your responsibility sector all day, and this brings your attention to your priorities. It’s an excellent time for making sure you’ve handled the details of your life effectively. The more organized you feel now, the more confident you are going forward.

Cancer

With the Moon in your adventure sector all day, dear Cancer, you are tuned in to your more spontaneous inclinations. Even so, strategy and observation serve you well now, and you can learn a lot from feeling out a situation, particularly related to a partnership. Instincts are good today, but so is more deliberate thought. Decisions revolving around work and habits or health can be strong now. You may get to solve a problem that has been stumping you recently. There can be excitement building about a recent endeavor related to learning or a new topic of interest, which is motivating.

Leo

This is a good day for bringing a little more order to your life, dear Leo. While the morning can be a little chaotic if you’re rushing things that need more time to unfold naturally, as the day advances, you come into your own. This can be a day for creative problem solving. You may be able to set right a situation that you’ve been unhappy with. Hidden problems can come to light, giving you the chance to correct them. You meet challenges with ease now. It’s a good day for standing out on a professional level for your more creative or unique talents.

Virgo

You have a stronger than usual desire to create more warmth and peace in your home environment today, dear Virgo, perhaps due to recent events. While the morning can be a little stressful if you feel others aren’t moving as fast or as motivated as you to get things done, as the day advances, you’ll arrive at solutions to better organize and “warm up” domestic matters, which can be satisfying now. A steadier pace is the right approach for a calmer outcome. Sharing ideas with others can be rewarding today. You could be feeling better equipped to offer advice or counsel to family members. Personal matters seem to be a priority now.

Libra

This is a strong day for updating skills or knowledge, dear Libra. You are hungry for mental stimulation and exchanges with friends and associates are satisfying today, perhaps even leading to a eureka of sorts. You could come to wonderful conclusions or decisions related to creative and career goals. There is a strong need to relate well on mental levels with the people you care about. While the morning can be a little scattered in terms of energy levels and goals, as the day moves forward, you’re more inclined to handle distractions well. Security is becoming more important to you these days, and today is good for taking better care of your home, family, and daily affairs.

Scorpio

You are up for a challenge today, dear Scorpio, and your creative approach to problems is a winning one. Social and romantic matters can be in stronger focus today, although there can be some tension experienced this morning if you’re taking on too much or expecting everyone to go along with your plans. You are coming across with more personal presence today and your seamless ability to handle surprises or changes of plans is admirable now. This also makes you especially easy to talk to today. Your open-handed approach to others later today and into tomorrow can certainly attract some new admirers.

Sagittarius

This is a strong day for sharing ideas and information, dear Sagittarius. Your own wisdom can be in high demand, particularly from friends and associates. You are able to truly get to the heart of a matter right now, seeing the root of problems rather than focusing on superficial fixes. While the morning can be a little chaotic if you’re thinking of work problems or if there is a sudden need to tend to a responsibility, as the day moves forward, you’re inclined to really get comfortable! It’s important to take extra time to center yourself, as your ruler, Jupiter, and lovely Venus are merging tomorrow, and opportunities to connect with others and to advance your goals are likely. The more centered and confident you are, the better able to grab opportunities when they emerge.

Capricorn

This is a great day for solving problems and for coming to accurate conclusions or bottom lines, dear Capricorn. You happily meet challenges now, and derive much satisfaction from filling your responsibilities. You could be drawing upon past experience in order to advance current goals and projects, and others appreciate your wisdom. You are appreciating others’ input more than you typically do, and could find that working with others doesn’t slow you down and can be quite satisfying. Conversations about long-term goals and strategies can be rewarding now.

Aquarius

Money and matters of sharing can be hot topics this morning, dear Aquarius, after which you’re more inclined to settle into a nice routine and attend to your more basic needs and wants. Even so, it’s a good day for exchanging ideas with others, so don’t hide yourself away completely. There is an ease with which you show your skills and creative inclinations today that endears you to others and enhances your connections. This is a good time to discover ways to heal the mind and body as well. Relax and enjoy pleasant activities today. Decisions or insights about money can be especially astute now.

Pisces

This morning, you could find that others are a little defensive or possibly defiant, dear Pisces. However, as the day advances, you are more likely to feel that you can call it your own. The Moon is in your sign all day, and you can find you have more emotional punch than usual. You tend to be led by your moods to some degree, and this can be a good thing in moderation.
You seem to be the one who solves the bigger problems today, and others tend to follow your lead for the most. Life is less scattered than it has been, and you could enjoy a feeling of emotional renewal.

If You Were Born Today, October 23

You are a persuasive, interesting, and clever person. There is a mischievous playfulness about you, and you like to poke fun at more serious or pompous individuals. You have much magnetic appeal, with both sexes. You are fiercely protective of those you love, as well as passionate and highly perceptive. You are one of the most observant people around, and your understanding of human nature belies your years in age. You don’t miss much that’s going around you! Your wit is sharp, yet you are sensitive to the feelings of people you hold dear.

Famous people born today: Johnny Carson, Bob Montana, Dwight Yoakam, Weird Al Yankovich, Chi Chi Rodriguez, Ryan Reynolds.

Courtesy of Cafe Astrology

 

 

 

 

Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, October 23rd

 

Aries

The Sun begins to spotlight your solar eighth house today, dear Aries, where it will continue to transit for about a month (until November 22nd). This is the sector that rules sharing on intimate and financial levels, as well as material and emotional support we might receive from others. What’s going on behind the scenes or under the layers assumes far more importance to you during this cycle. This is a powerful cycle for observation, strategy, and insight. Generally speaking, this is a time for learning about your own power and discovering a partner’s needs as well. You’re inclined to feel things out rather than jump into new endeavors. Today, there can be some restlessness if you feel hemmed in. Look for ways to improve your projects and methods and avoid strict schedules if possible, as you need breathing room in order to feel inspired.

Taurus

Today, the Sun enters your partnership sector, dear Taurus, launching a month-long cycle in which strong attention is turned to self-expression through your relationships, negotiations, and finding ways to better balance your life. This is a time for finding ways to improve your relationships with others as well as increased one-on-one activity. You are taking more pride in your partnerships, and this can motivate you to make important changes to relating patterns. You are expressing your power potential through close relationships, and you could be attracting strong personalities into your life. This is a good time for developing your ability to negotiate and deal with others effectively. Today, watch for jumping to conclusions. The Moon moves into your friendship sector, and your need for social interaction increases.

Gemini

The Sun is the first of the inner planets to move into your work and health sector today, dear Gemini, and this brings new attention to self-care, daily routines, work projects, and skills development. In the coming month, you’re inclined to want to take charge of your daily affairs, and you’re taking more pride in the work that you do or services you provide. It’s an excellent month-long cycle in which to organize your daily affairs, improve your health and wellness efforts and programs, and improve relationships with co-workers or those with whom you share your daily life. This should be a busy time of year for you, and a good time to get various important chores and errands done and areas of your life sorted. Focusing on details brings rewards now. Today, avoid taking on too much, or making a hefty commitment. Energy levels are good, but adding too much to your plate may be regrettable later on when you’re going through natural energy dips.

Cancer

The Sun moves into a happy, creative sector of your solar chart today, dear Cancer, where it will transit until November 22nd. The more expressive side of your nature emerges during this cycle. This is a time to express yourself more creatively, in your own special way. You could pick up or renew a hobby now or focus on other ways that increase your level of enjoyment and the more playful side to your life. For many, this is one of the more romantic periods of the year. You might find that you’re a little more outgoing than usual, more inclined to take a personal risk or to go out on a limb, and playfully competitive during this cycle. It’s a great time to share your good humor and attract like-minded people into your life. Today, there can be some tendency to overindulge or to take on too much. Enthusiasm runs high, however, and you can be quite productive as a result.

Leo

The Sun enters your home and family sector today, dear Leo, and will continue to transit this house of your solar chart until November 22nd. This is a time for tending to your need for a base of operations, improving domestic routines and affairs, and spending more time with family. You could find that you’re naturally de-emphasizing your more worldly or professional concerns as personal matters assume more and more importance in your life during this month-long cycle. This is a great time for focusing on making yourself feel secure and content, and for activities that help you find more peace in your life and with yourself. You may be feeling more nostalgic and you could find that you’re drawn to familiar activities, people, and situations. Some of you could enjoy bringing more spirit, flavor, and fashion to the home during this cycle. Today, watch for a tendency towards extravagance.

Virgo

Today, the Sun enters a very busy, bright sector of your solar chart, dear Virgo, where it will stay for almost a month (until November 22nd), stimulating your need to make contact with others as well as to learn new things. This is a curious, communicative cycle. Focus on improving your daily life, communications, and feeling of connectedness. More communication in your daily life is likely, as well as more movement and activity in general. It’s a fine time to reach out and connect, to take up new studies or interests, and to share your ideas with others. It’s a generally good time for business communications and promotions. Look for ways to strengthen your connections with others through small gestures and opening up the lines of communication. Today, enthusiasm runs high, but watch that you don’t burn out by taking on too much.

Libra

The Sun leaves your sign midday and enters Scorpio, launching a month-long cycle in which you’re especially interested in bringing more stability and security into your life, dear Libra. It’s a good cycle in which to tend to your prized personal possessions, bank account, and especially your self-esteem! This is a period in which you’re inclined to build on current resources and seek tangible results for your efforts. There is less emphasis now on personality development which was the focus of the last month’s cycle, but continued interest in personal needs. You’ll be looking for ways to ground yourself and make yourself feel more secure and connected to the world of the five senses. It’s a great time to establish and then focus on priorities. Today, there may be promises made that are forgotten later, so try to focus on what is most realistic and doable. The Moon’s move into your work and health sector early today helps you to do just that.

Scorpio

Today, the Sun begins a month-long transit of your sign, dear Scorpio. This is an excellent cycle for personality development, building your confidence, and improving your connection to the world around you. Strive to be the best you can be during this solar cycle that places the emphasis on you, your personal plans, manner, and needs. This marks the start of your solar year, and it’s appropriate to set personal goals, confidently pursue them, and to take charge of your life in some significant manner. The Moon moves into your creativity sector early today, further emphasizing the focus on self-expression. It’s a strong time for connecting and communicating with others.

Sagittarius

Today, the Sun begins a month-long transit of the last sector of your solar chart, dear Sagittarius. This is a time in which you are more naturally inclined to pull back a little from situations that are excessively demanding or competitive. It’s a period for processing recent events and developments, dreaming, and imagining. It’s also a time for building faith in the unknown or unseen, as well as in your own inner power and strength. You are likely to need more rest and time to yourself. Some of you will be dealing with endings and tying up loose ends rather than throwing yourself into something entirely new. This is the most spiritual period of the year for you. Today, avoid rushing into something or succumbing to the pressure to come to quick decisions about things that need more time to develop and unfold.

Capricorn

The Sun enters your social sector today, dear Capricorn, where it will stay until November 22nd. This yearly, month-long transit stimulates your need to make connections with others, to be part of a group or team, and to enjoy the company of friends or like-minded groups. This is also a time for entertaining new ideas, dreams, and plans for your future. While the last month’s cycle encouraged the formulation of career and practical goals, this cycle stimulates a desire to think in terms of “happiness” goals and plans. It’s a period for planting “seeds” – ideas, dreams, and hopes. Think in terms of team playing – the most benefits come your way when you recognize your need for others. Today, the Moon moves into your communications sector, stimulating your curiosity and desire to connect with others.

Aquarius

The Sun enters your career and responsibility sector today, dear Aquarius, kicking off a month-long cycle in which your ambition is stimulated and you find yourself in high demand, personally and professionally. In the month ahead, you and others are more aware of what you have and haven’t done. Your accomplishments and responsibilities are in the spotlight. This is one of the better times of the year for putting effort into structuring and organizing your life, establishing priorities, and assessing where you want to go in your life. While the Sun moves through this sector of your chart until November 22nd, you’ll be more aware of your responsibilities and the impact you’re making (your reputation). The Moon moves out of your sign early today, and into your solar second house – another practical, earthy house that stimulates a desire to deal with priorities.

Pisces

The Sun enters your solar ninth house today, dear Pisces, and your larger focus in the month ahead (until November 22nd) is on expanding your experiences and interests. This is a time for discovering new activities, subjects, and ideas, as well as for branching out in a relationship or business. For some, higher education and/or travel fill this need. For others, this cycle is about venturing beyond your usual routine and entertaining new or renewed ideas, dreams, and interests. There can be a stronger desire to better your situation in life in meaningful ways or to reach for a higher level of freedom and well-being. Activities that nourish the soul and spirit are appropriate now. Emotions are heightened today with the Moon moving into Pisces early into the day. Emotional needs that you may have kept at bay or otherwise left unacknowledged or unfulfilled can now be a priority.

Happy Birthday, Scorpio!

Living it up with the strong and sultry Scorpion

Maria DeSimone on the topics of videos, scorpio, birthdays, astrology

Uh oh … did we let the cat out of the bag? Scorpio, we know that you treasure your privacy and enjoy being mysterious, but really — can you at least reveal that it’s your birthday? You’ve got so many incredible qualities to celebrate and the people who love you truly want to honor you on this special day.

The calm before the storm

Let’s take, for example, your incredible sense of calm and razor sharp ability to take care of those crisis-filled moments without even breaking a sweat. No other sign is as good in a traumatic situation as you are. In fact, the other, more easily frazzled souls out there tend to count on you to get them through life’s most tricky terrain. You’ve also got a penetrating ability to see right into the heart of anyone and instantly understand what makes them tick. A natural born psychologist, people may lean on you for emotional support — especially in times of catastrophe. If there’s anything you’re not, it’s superficial.

These qualities might, however, get in the way of anyone who tries to plan your surprise birthday bash. Why? Because you’re more likely than others to intuitively pick up on the unspoken vibes around you. In fact, you are known as one of the most psychic signs of the zodiac! Since few people have an ability to pull the wool over your eyes, Scorpio, you may have a tendency towards suspicion. Remember that an offensive approach to relationships will only lead to you attracting control and manipulation your way. When you go deep and surrender to trusting others … well that’s when your most amazing, healing energy shines.

Share the birthday card below with all your Scorpio friends!

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Love Compatibility for Your Zodiac Sign

Discover the best and worst love matches for your zodiac sign!

Tarotcom Staff on the topics of zodiac, relationships, love, dating

 

Not all relationships are a match made in heaven! Every person is different, and needs different things from their romantic partner. So which zodiac signs are most compatible with your love style? Look at your zodiac sign below to see who to look for — and who to avoid! — then feel free to post, pin, and share.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Weekend Love Horoscope

October 23-25: The power of love personified

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

 

Get ready for the BEST weekend of the month when it comes to romantic potential! A romantic Pisces Moon will set the background for a dreamy atmosphere until Sunday morning. The real news however has to do with Venus, the planet of love. She will be at a gorgeous angle to Pluto, the planet of power, early Friday morning. As a result, you’ll have enormous potential to feel completely transformed by love. Pluto deepens what it touches and in this case, your feelings of love are going to be intensified beautifully.

Then, Venus will continue to bless you in matters of the heart as she moves towards an exact conjunction to Jupiter, the planet of luck, on Sunday afternoon. Wow! You have every opportunity to get what you want most in the love department. This is your weekend for love — don’t waste it!

This Weekend’s Romantic Rating*

Heart ratings are based on the lunar cycle. They range from low to full, with low indicating a rocky weekend for romance and full indicating plenty of passionate potential.

 

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