Traditionally entitled “Empress,” this major arcana or “trump” card portrays the energy of the Great Mother. She is Nature, around us but also within us, the ever-unfolding Source of life-giving power. She is often pictured as a pre-Christian Goddess, as the one whom the High Priestess is channeling down to earth for the rest of us.
In medieval Europe, the Empress card was painted to represent whatever Queen currently ruled the land, probably to satisfy the Inquisitors. But the scholars of the Renaissance and beyond had no doubt of her true identity, although she could not be fully revealed on Tarot cards as the “woman clothed with the sun” until after the French Revolution.
This supreme archetype of femininity also symbolizes fertility. It is She who provides us nourishment and security. She is also sometimes seen as delighting us with flowers and fruit. A potentially terrifying aspect of this archetype manifests itself whenever karmic mood swings wipe out our plans, like a storm that has come upon us. Whatever happens, the Empress is the Source of our Embodiment and of Natural Law. She might even be called “the Great Recycler.”
Mercury begins its transit of your privacy sector today, dear Aries, where it will continue until the 21st. This is a more reflective, thoughtful, and meditative time for you. It’s a good time for putting finishing touches to projects. You can be less communicative at this time, and more inclined to think things through than jump to new decisions. The Sun and Saturn are moving towards a square, and you may be seeing a project or situation for its flaws. Tension can result over a difference of opinion, but the problem may run deeper than the topic. It may be difficult to get through your regular routine or work. Some delays can be experienced now that can temporarily play with motivation levels, but if you use this time wisely, you’ll discover ways to improve plans and projects.
Taurus
Taurus
Mercury begins its transit of your social sector today, dear Taurus. This transit is a quicker one than usual, but it’s strong for communicating more effectively and for good reception for your ideas. It can be easier than usual to gain others’ cooperation. A Sun-Saturn square influence today can point to a reality check of sorts in a friendship or intimate relationship. Even so, it may only take some refinement of your expectations to get back on track. As well, it’s important to avoid cutting corners – it’s a day for paying closer attention to rules and details. The Moon’s move to the top of your solar chart towards midday suggests a real need to take care of business and to take on your responsibilities.
Gemini
Gemini
Mercury, your ruler, moves into your solar tenth house of career and reputation, dear Gemini, where it will stay until the 21st. You might often think of your responsibilities, long-term goals, and career or reputation during this cycle. You communicate with more awareness of how your message will be received and how you will appear to others, and your communications tend to have more impact or power than usual. Today, a Sun-Saturn influence has a similar effect, as you feel a little more accountable for what you say and do. This is a time for thinking in simpler terms and getting the basics right before moving forward. Others may seem to be standing in the way of your progress, but with a little effort and focus on your own goals, this can be a good time for making important tweaks that contribute to long-term success.
Cancer
Cancer
Mercury moves into a position of harmony with your sign today, dear Cancer. From now until the 21st, you’re excited to entertain new perspectives and to look at life in new ways. You might be tired of old rules, routines, and information and now look to refresh your mind. There is more positivity in your outlook, and a stronger desire to share your ideas. Today, a Sun-Saturn square can serve as a reality check of sorts, particularly if you’ve been ignoring important details. Disorganization now may need to be addressed and handled. This is a time for correcting problems that may have accumulated due to shortcuts you’ve taken in the past.
Leo
Leo
Mercury moves into your solar eighth house today, dear Leo, and while this is not the most communicative of trends in your life, it’s a strong time for exploring areas of interest a little more deeply. This cycle that runs until the 21st favors planning ahead, strategy, research, powers of observation, and intimate conversations. A Sun-Saturn influence today points to a need to consider what’s best for you in the long term in your relationships, plans, and projects. If you’ve been ignoring practical details, you’ll feel the need to handle them now. Getting yourself into a working frame of mind is a good idea now.
Virgo
Virgo
The Sun is currently in your partnership sector, dear Virgo, and today, Mercury moves into that same house of your solar chart, where it will stay until the 21st. This is a time when you are drawn to others who stimulate your own thought processes and/or add value to your life on a mental level. Intellectual companionship is emphasized. You have much to learn through others, and favor one-on-one situations over group settings at this time. A Sun-Saturn influence today reminds you of responsibilities, particularly related to family and home life. Areas of weakness are emphasized now, and your best bet is to focus on fixing problems. If they seem overwhelming, start small and work yourself up.
Libra
Libra
Mercury’s move into your health and habits sector today is not the most glamorous of positions for the planet of communications, dear Libra, but it’s good for developing skills, observing, sorting, and organizing efforts. You are more inclined to work hard, take care of important details, and solve problems during this cycle that is active until the 21st. Today, it’s important to be patient. You are more aware of, or sensitive to, limits and restrictions, which can be a little discouraging. However, remind yourself that taking your time to perfect something will be more rewarding, and perhaps satisfying as well, in the long run.
Scorpio
Scorpio
Mercury enters the sector of your solar chart that rules romance, fun, pleasure, children, and entertainment, dear Scorpio, where it will transit until the 21st. This influence enhances the ease with which you communicate, connect, learn, and present your ideas. During this cycle, you are more willing to put yourself “out there” when it comes to self-expression, socializing, and learning. Confidence increases. Today, a Sun-Saturn influence can remind you of certain realities and practical factors related to recent projects and relationship developments. The need to cut back with spending can make itself obvious now. This is not the time to nurture feelings of discouragement. Instead, consider going back to the drawing board and making adjustments. This is a day for following the rules and putting in extra effort to get things right.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
Mercury moves into your home and family sector today, dear Sagittarius, and you’ll find that you more frequently think about family and home affairs than usual during this cycle that lasts until the 21st. You have a lot to learn at home and through contact with family and those very close to you during this cycle. You might particularly enjoy discussions about your early life, the past, or family matters. On the other hand, this transit sometimes indicates an especially busy, and perhaps hectic, period on the domestic scene. A Sun-Saturn influence today can point to increased awareness of rules, restrictions, and limitations. This can be a time for adjusting a plan or initiative rather than pushing ahead.
Capricorn
Capricorn
Mercury moves into your communications sector, dear Capricorn, where it will transit until the 21st. This is a good time for learning, teaching, connecting, and socializing. You are likely to do more reading, studying, writing, and speaking, and are eager to share your ideas with others. Thi is a generally favorable time for developing skills, work, and adapting to changes. Today, an approaching Sun-Saturn square reminds you of your responsibilities. This is a better time for slowing down than pushing a plan forward. It’s not a time for instant gratification, but rather for putting in a little extra work to get something right. Keep in mind that you may be judging yourself or your performance too harshly.
Aquarius
Aquarius
Mercury leaves your sign and enters your values sector today, dear Aquarius, where it will stay until the 21st. This can be a very resourceful time, when you’re especially practical and sensible. You are more interested in seeing real, tangible results from your efforts than simply talking about your plans. A Sun-Saturn square influence today points to a chance to reassess recent plans – you’re looking for substance behind your ideas and dreams. Believing in yourself based on a realistic assessment of your capabilities, which is truly the best kind of confidence, can help you to fill out the details and make the important refinements that will help round everything out.
Pisces
Pisces
Mercury enters your sign today, dear Pisces, where it will stay until the 21st. This is one of your more communicative phases of the year – a time when you’re not only reaching out more often, you’re also communicating with more impact. You might prefer to take the lead when it comes to mental or intellectual tasks and to make executive decisions. Today, however, a Sun-Saturn influence can remind you of the rules or limits of a situation. You are more sensitive to criticism right now. This is a time for working towards a long-term goal and reminding yourself that patience will be rewarded, rather than worrying too much about temporary obstacles. The Moon’s move into your privacy sector towards midday can point to a need to relax, rest, and reflect.
You have a strong sense of karma and tend to watch what you do and say as a result. You are responsible and caring, although not always patient when others around you are not doing their fair share. You are not a big risk taker, but you are not lacking in ambition either. You do slowly but surely work hard and push forward. You tend to be orderly and organized, or at the very least strive to be.
Famous people born today: Patricia Heaton, Catherine O’Hara, Chastity Bono, Emilio Estefan, Joshua Bowman, Andrea Bowen.
There is very good energy for tying up loose ends of a project this morning, dear Aries, or for reviewing what you need to do next. Feeling organized is the key to feeling on top of things right now. As the day progresses, watch for too-quick decision making that stems from frustration rather than true instinct. Try to examine what kinds of things pull up the most frustration, as they are clues to unresolved issues that may be driving your behavior or causing undue stress in your life. Watch your temper and the words you choose to communicate, and avoid pushing something that needs a little more time to fully understand.
Taurus
Taurus
The morning brings good energy for helpful conversations, particularly related to business, dear Taurus. As the day advances, watch for decision making that isn’t based on fact. You may not be seeing important details and should probably be careful not to come on too insistently with authority figures or in professional dealings. This is a time when you may feel like pushing a matter, but it’s best not to force issues. Partnerships can suffer from irritability if you’re not sure where to direct excess energy. Disagreements tonight tend to come from rushing and impatience, so make a point of slowing down and do your best not to jump to conclusions.
Gemini
Gemini
This morning can find you in a determined mood, dear Gemini, ready to take on a challenge or to deal with a matter directly. As the day advances, both Mercury and Mars get closer to a square aspect shortly before they change signs. This can create an atmosphere of nervous tension. You might lose patience and feel pressured to make a decision. This can very well lead to positive things – such as finally taking action on a matter you left hanging – but it can also lead to too-hasty decisions or unnecessary arguments. You can be provocative whether or not it’s your intention, and should watch for impatience. Jumping into action before getting all the facts can be costly now.
Cancer
Cancer
Good energy is with you this morning for uncovering a mystery, settling a debt or account, and making professional plans, dear Cancer. As the day progresses, there can be some pressure to make last-minute decisions, but you may not be fully equipped to make healthy ones! Try not to take action on a matter that you don’t yet understand fully. This can involve a love interest, child, or friend. Use the competitive energy you feel now to work on a productive project. Feeling on edge can be a difficult state to turn into a positive, but it’s also quite possible with determination. It can be especially important that you avoid cutting words with people you care about.
Leo
Leo
This morning is strong for productivity in general, dear Leo, and for firming up plans. However, as the day progresses, tensions can mount. Others can seem especially demanding later today, or, alternatively, you might be expecting a lot from them. There can be ego clashes, misunderstandings, and a general tendency to jump to conclusions – or to action before getting all the facts. While competition can motivate you to improve your game, defensiveness and impatience should be tamed. Family matters can be challenging now, especially if people are expressing themselves coarsely or insensitively. Try not to take this to heart.
Virgo
Virgo
There is good take-charge energy this morning, dear Virgo, which suits you well. There can be new insight into a problem and you can be anxious to tie something up. Later today, however, you could feel pressure to make a decision, but you may not have all the facts in front of you. Changes in your daily schedule can frustrate you, but are likely necessary in the long run. Try not to make decisions about something you don’t yet fully understand, or under pressure. Wait until you have more facts and more patience! A partner can be help center you.
Libra
Libra
Use the productive energy of the morning to reason through a problem or tie up a loose end, dear Libra, because as the day progresses, there can be some tension that can interfere with good decision making and healthy relating. This is a time when you could speak too brusquely or prematurely about something that leads to regrets later. Try to wait things out. Jumping to conclusions or into action are not favored at this time, but if you use the competitive energy with us tonight to improve your own understanding of a situation or to step up your game, you are in a good place.
Scorpio
Scorpio
While the morning’s energies are strong for taking care of business and focusing on priorities, dear Scorpio, as the day advances, there could be some frustrations with others’ opinions, or they could be seen as critical or meddlesome. Don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself, but do it without defensiveness, if possible, for best results. The temptation to push a matter or to jump into action before getting all the facts is strong, but is probably unwise as well. Dissatisfaction with the status quo can be at the heart of restlessness now, but take your time on a plan of action that will get you out of a rut.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
There is easy, productive energy with you in the first half of the day, dear Sagittarius, particularly for applying to studies and creative projects. People are reasonable and conversations practically helpful. However, as the day advances, Mercury and Mars move towards a difficult aspect that can be, on one hand, motivating if you need a push to step up your game, but frustrating on the other if pressure builds and you feel the need to make a hasty decision. There may be a frustrating problem from the past that hasn’t been resolved that is nagging at you or driving decisions. There can be an agitated quality to the latter part of the day that leads to unnecessary arguments, so aim to slow yourself down.
Capricorn
Capricorn
The productive, sensible, and practical energy of the morning is right up your alley, dear Capricorn. You can enjoy the good feeling that being thorough gives you now. However, Mercury and Mars are about to leave the signs they are in, but before they do, they form a difficult aspect. This can contribute to an agitated atmosphere – one in which we might feel pressure to make decisions or take action prematurely. An issue surrounding values, money, or questions of ownership can be in focus for you. You can also be temperamental about whether others value and respect you. Watch that you don’t jump to conclusions, and avoid falling into this kind of thinking if others seem headed down that road.
Aquarius
Aquarius
The first half of the day is good for applying yourself to the things that need attention the most, dear Aquarius. A stronger sense of your priorities is with you. However, as the day advances, a tense aspect moves into focus involving Mercury in your sign and Mars in your sector of career, authority, and rules. The tendency may be to resist others’ wishes or to push an idea when people are too absorbed in their own desires to give yours due consideration. You may be provocative now, whether it’s your intention or not. Watch carefully for words you may later regret and conflicts with authority figures. Try not to feel pressured to take action when you’re not fully aware of all the angles of a situation.
Pisces
Pisces
Practical thinking is improved this morning, dear Pisces. Take advantage, because as the day advances, we may be too impatient to see the best course of action. Watch for being too adamant about your beliefs or for pushing an idea that others may not be ready for. Impulsive decision making can be a real problem now. Aim to know more about an issue before jumping to conclusions or to action. Think before you speak, as there is a general tendency to express ourselves curtly and insensitively later today, and you’d be wise to keep some observations to yourself for now.
There’s a big shift happening this weekend that’s sure to affect your love life. On Saturday, Mars will move into adventurous Sagittarius, where he’ll remain for an unusually long stretch of time thanks to a retrograde phase that will begin on April 17.
In the meantime, since Mars is the planet of action and libido, you can expect your sex drive to yearn for more expansive territory. That means something new and exciting with your current partner OR an entirely new direction. It’s your call and with this placement — the sky is the limit!
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.
Mercury and Mars approach a square today that will occur early into the day tomorrow in the final degree of Aquarius and Scorpio, respectively. This can be an especially impulsive time when we can make rash decisions – something to watch for.
The Moon is in Capricorn all day (until Saturday, March 5th, at 11:21 AM).
The Moon is waning and in its Last Quarter Moon phase.
A Last Quarter Moon occurred on the 1st, and a New Moon (Solar Eclipse) will occur on March 8th.
Mars is in its pre-retrograde shadow (Mars will retrograde from April 17-June 29).
To view more of Kara’s insight, please visit her website, Soulstice Rising
March is another Power month. Next week we have the New Moon eclipse, then the week after is the Equinox and then the following week is the Full Moon eclipse. Whoa! Lots of energy is packed into the following weeks; energy to help us move forward, shifting us ever higher. While we always have a choice to flow or resist, there truly is no returning to the old. Oh, you can try, yet your seat is no longer saved. So we continue, placing one foot in front of the other, feeling Joy beneath the perceived pain of our bodies adjusting to so much Light. Focus on the Joy and not the pain, for this makes it easier. Any remaining lower energies in our system are being pushed up into our conscious minds as our Divine Male and Female selves learn to balance as One (feeling to action; being to doing, receiving to expressing). And with this calibration, we sense physical phenomena. These can include extreme Joy as well as extreme despair. There seems to be a lot of activity around the Heart and Solar Plexus, so breathe into any area that is adjusting. Fear is up as folks wonder how they’re going to live financially, questioning what is next in their chosen field of Heartwork. Many sense there is a change to be made, yet nothing is clear as to what. All of it requires us to radically trust. There may be a glimmer of a next step, only to dissipate in a few moments.
We are dissolving many cords of those who are dependent on us, yet this is happening rather quickly. The best we can do is let go of everything that surfaces and allow the process; the calibration to be more Light. This month we will make a very large leap forward, leaving much behind in the dust. Many are holding onto what is familiar, yet this is not the path to take in order to evolve. This month, folks who have been afraid to leap before will do so and in leaping, or even taking one small step, you discover gifts you have, your Intuition is more empowered and you sense a greater alignment with your Authentic Self; your Soul. With the eclipses and Equinox, we move forward in Grace.
It’s important to let go of controlling and pushing to make things happen, and to allow things to flow into their natural places; this Allowance is you working with the Divine Flow and not against it. This Acceptance is important, for this month there is a lot more letting go and letting be. Everything occurs for your benefit, if you care to look beneath the surface. When you see the gift in even the most difficult circumstances, be assured you are in Divine Flow.
If you haven’t noticed already, you have let go of much of the old matrix; that sticky web that kept you in place and well below your natural expression of Authenticity. Take a deep look at yourself and see how much you’ve let go of, especially those things you were in the old matrix. You may discover many things you used to love and don’t anymore, like arguing to win, politics, and anything to do with what religions, governments and other old institutions were telling you…how to be according to theirrules. The shift is not just personal; it is global, for as you let go of what the old has been telling you and think for yourself, you let go of the old even more. It’s been a gradual process. We are guided to be more and as we shine our Light and Awareness outward we help the old institutions transform…just by honoring our Sovereignty. This may seem as though we are letting go of our security and comfort, yet there is so much more when we do, for the old security and comfort are illusions.
As we let go of the old, things get easier because we aren’t fighting against the New as much as we have been, even when you say you can’t wait for the New to be completely here. Know too that all happens in stages and nothing is in black and white. So we gradually move into the New, as we gradually let go of the old. We are still balancing our Divine Feminine and Masculine; so be aware of on what side of your body is experiencing the most change. The right side symbolizes the Divine Male and the left side the Divine Feminine. If you are experiencing phenomena on both sides, you are balancing both within you. As this continues, some old physical phenomena may present; do not be concerned; it’s part of the continual balancing of all our bodies. What you may experience is unique for you, so I will share some of what I am experiencing: nausea, headache, varying degrees of ear ringing, dizziness, lots of activity around the Solar Plexus, heaviness, exhaustion one minute and energized the next, and some other things that escape me in this moment. You see, I don’t focus on the symptoms, but on the reason for them. In this way, they move through rather quickly. And I always do self-care, dropping everything to just Be. I suggest you do the same, no matter what you experience. Do not compare yourself to others, for we are all unique. The ones who have been on this path for a while will continue to fine-tune, while others may just be beginning. It matters not where you are.
Part of the physical adjustment is because we are slowly integrating our Light Body, as well as releasing the old, balancing the Divine Feminine and Masculine and receiving more and more Light Codes. While at times we feel lighter; at other times we feel heavy, for it’s important to stay grounded and remain on Earth. We also are transforming our familial gene pool, as well as upgrading our chakras, DNA, cellular structure and electrical system. And as this occurs, we are in touch with dormant gifts, our multidimensionality, as Earth is as well. We continue to shift and if you look to see who you are now compared to who you have been, you’ll be amazed at how much you’ve changed. And by the end of March, you may very well notice how much moreyou’ve shifted. Just align yourself as Love and not with fear. When in fear, you hold yourself back in duality and empower the old, so if you feel fear, be sure to release it, once you go deeper to see what has been creating it and release that too. Have your entire focus be Love (being Divine); for that puts you in the Flow. This helps you feel peaceful. Know too that fear can also push you forward, mostly because it doesn’t feel very good when fear is present.
There is more awakening and this leads to more Awareness this month. This Awareness helps you see where you are still steeped in duality and illusion. This Awareness will shine a light on your lower-vibrating beliefs and emotions like judgment or comparing yourself to others. It might include old stories you have kept alive, competition and/or conflict. Be the Compassionate Observer without the ego-desire to jump into the fray in order to “be right” or save or teach. Realize, too, that many are releasing cultural beliefs/illusions; those things they have bought into without question. When you are super aware of everything you feel, say and do, you can see where you are still engaged in something just because it’s the way it’s always been. You might feel isolated because you have chosen to disengage from those around you who are still attached to the old. Stand tall and claim your own space. Part of Ascension calls you to walk away at times to be alone. Being alone helps you be strong in your own Truth and not in someone else’s truth. This doesn’t mean you don’t love others; you simply are choosing to be who you are now, based on your inner guidance. In time, you become stronger in your own energy and it won’t feel so strange when you are with others who are still choosing to be in the old.
Because everything shifts, you won’t always feel isolated or alone, if you do at all. Follow your energy. There will be times when you are drawn to go somewhere. During these times, notice the synchronicities. Notice how you feel around certain people; you will either be attracted or repelled and this tells you a lot about where it is good to be and where it is not; based on individual vibration and consciousness. Pay close attention to what your energy does when someone repeats one of their old stories or when you do. These stories are a way to stay in the old. When you finally let them go, you feel an incredible release and Freedom. Remember that consciousness creates your life, so as you let go of the old stories, whether it’s complaining about something or how you always get sick at a certain time or how you’ve always been poor or whatever, the Freedom you feel when you let your stories go is amazing.
Living in the New is not complicated; old 3D life is complicated. The New is simple; it is flowing in Grace; your feelings (not emotions) lead the way. All one need do is to stay awake, present and aware. The rest flows from your consciousness.
Part of the New is letting go of the sadness you have for others and for situations that seem broken to you. Being the Compassionate Observer helps you let go of your desire to rescue or save and thus you see all is in Divine Order. Seeing things broken or needing to be rescued says more about you than them. Remember, everyone has choice. If someone asks you to help them, make sure you are doing it in a way that honors the other and does not place you above anyone or anything. We need not save, rescue or heal (fix) when we see that as we keep our vibration high, all around us shifts as well…like a tuning fork. This is being more compassionate. There is a story I heard once about a person sinking in quicksand. His friend was standing on solid ground and he threw a rope to the sinking friend. He claimed that to jump in to save the person, they both would die. Rather, he stood aside and pulled his friend to where he was. Compassion isn’t jumping in to rescue; it is standing strong in one’s Wholeness.
During this total solar eclipse (March 8th or 9th, depending on where in the world you are…maximum eclipse is at 1:59 UTC time), the energy helps to empower change. It is also a New Moon, which is great for beginning something new, so you might receive some powerful guidance at this time and for several days, weeks and possibly months after. Old patterns and beliefs may surface as well, so that you may receive more Light. The eclipse helps us take action toward creating something new in our lives, as long as we’re willing to let go of those things that block the way forward. Be clear about what you are putting out there and then be willing to take a step toward your dream.
You may wonder what all these energies will lead to. While Ascension is infinite, this stage of Ascension helps us expand into a new and heightened consciousness, which helps us anchor our Authentic Selves much more than before. This actually has been occurring for the past year, generally speaking, so whether this is the final anchoring to be Christed or not depends on our Willingness to be all that we are. For some, it is another shift forward and for others it is an absolute anchoring of their Souls. If you don’t feel it, no worries. Everyone is exactly where they need to be. This eclipse is a push forward and we will spend the rest of the year taking steps to fully merge into and as our Authentic Selves. How you use this energy is, of course, your choice. Trust that you are supported in all you choose to do or choose not to do. Our Souls are neutral and they honor our Free Will. Soul will never tell you what to do or not do. Do know that we are so much closer to having our Souls; our whole being; be completely merged; just as Gaia is evolving into Her Wholeness.
We are in very exciting times as we continue to evolve and awaken to our fullest potential. No matter where you are on this Divine continuum, you are one of the ones who is bringing Heaven to Earth. Can you see it? Can you feel it?
The Moon today is in a Waning Crescent phase. In this phase the Moon’s illumination is growing smaller each day until the New Moon. During this phase the Moon is getting closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing the Earth with only a small edge of the Moon being illuminated. This phase is best viewed an hour or 2 before the sunrise and can be quite beautiful if you’re willing to get up early. It can also be a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the edge where the illuminated portion meets the dark side, the craters and mountains cast long shadows making them easier to observe with a telescope or binoculars.
Phase Details for – Friday, March 4, 2016
Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 25%
Moon Age: 24.57 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 385,916.19 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 148,383,147.27 km
Select a large red apple. Mark sections on the outside peel by scraping lines into the skin. Into each one of the sections, scrape the name or initials of the persons that you wish for lovers.
Tie a string to the stem of the apple and hang it from any support. Next, twirl the apple around so that when you release it, it will spin in a clockwise direction. Hold a 3-inch needle in your hand and as the apple begins to twirl, close your eyes, and repeat the following chant:
Bountiful Queen, Goddess of love,
Shower your blessings from above.
As I work this apple spell,
Show me the one who will love me well.
As you finish the chant, push the needle all the way into the apple, steadying the fruit with your other hand. The name in the section were the pin has pierced will be your true lover.
It is a popular custom for the Wiccans of Wales and Ireland to honor the Goddess Rhiannon this day. Known as “Rigantona,” meaning Great Queen, Rhiannon has been identified with the popular Gaulish mare Goddess Epopna.
Rhiannon’s divine status is indicated by her first encounter with Pwyll, the king of Dyfed. Riding slowly past him on a large white horse, he was entranced and pursued her. But even with the swiftest of mounts he could not overtake her. Finally, in desperation, he called out to her. Rhiannon stopped to converse with him, admitting she was seeking him out. Pwyll won Rhiannon’s love and when she arrived at his court to be married, she brought precious gifts for all the nobles. Thus her image of a generous, bountiful queen-Goddess.
Friday (Venus): Love, friendship, reconciliation, and beauty.
Purim
Waning Moon The Waning Moon (from the Full Moon to the New) is a time for study, meditation, and little magical work (except magic designed to banish harmful energies).
Moon phase: Fourth Quarter
Moon Sign: Capricorn Capricorn: Develops strong structure. Focus on traditions, responsibilities, and obligations. A good time to set boundaries and rules.
Love magick is a perennial popular topic. However, there is more to this topic than meets the eye. There are many enchanting layers here for us to explore on this day of the week. What about creating a loving home, or producing a loving and nurturing family? What about keeping your intimate relationships vital and on track? How about promoting happy, healthy, and enduring friendships? See, there is more to be considered than just the “You shall be mine…” type of fictional love spell.
Don’t forget that many of the deities associated with Fridays are also parents. So, yes, while this is the day to work on romance, sex, and love spells, there is additional magick to be considered here, which makes Fridays a more well-rounded and bigger opportunity for witchery than many folks ever truly realize. The truest, strongest magick always comes from the heart.
–Ellen Dugan, Book of Witchery – Spells, Charms & Correspondences For Every Day of the Week
Sun
Sun Direction: ↑ 145.31° SE
Sun Altitude: 41.15°
Sun Distance: 92.193 million mi
Next Equinox: Mar 19, 2016 11:30 PM (Vernal)
Sunrise Today: 6:15 AM↑ 97° East
Sunset Today: 5:47 PM↑ 263° West
Length of Daylight: 11 hours, 32 minutes
Moon
Moon Direction: ↑ 216.12° SW
Moon Altitude: 26.53°
Moon Distance: 237563 mi
Next New Moon: Mar 8, 20167:54 PM
Next Full Moon: Mar 23, 20167:00 AM
Next Moonset: Today1:19 PM
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 23.6%
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