This suit, most often called “Wands” and sometimes called “Rods” or “Staves,” represents initiative, ambition, drive and desire. This is the suit of enterprise and risk-taking.
The Five of this suit symbolizes struggles caused by ambitious maneuvering and a competitive urge. This could be about someone who is pushing his or her agenda forward at the expense of others.
There can be a fine line between demonstrating personal excellence and making others feel like losers. It may be necessary to ask yourself, who is it that really benefits when we all fight so hard for such small rewards? Am I serving a negative, manipulative agenda when I start applying battle metaphors to business?
Even when your only motive is to be the best you can be, it is understandable to want recognition for what is fine and unique about you. However, minimize the number of egos bruised in the process or your success will be celebrated alone.
Although the adventurous Sagittarius Moon usually encourages us to consider our options, we’re not so footloose and fancy free today. We’re motivated by an assertive Moon-Mars lineup early this morning. However, we’re confused by her squares to surreal Neptune and excessive Jupiter, as we attempt to push our way through any obstacles. Nevertheless, it’s as if someone slams on the brakes this afternoon when the Moon hooks up with strict Saturn.
Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19
You might be the leader of the watercooler squad at work today since you can enjoy wasting time as long as you’re having fun. But you are so quick to react now that you could say something that’s not meant to be shared. Words slip out of your mouth before you even consider their impact. However, taking several deep breaths before speaking up won’t negatively impact your popularity. In fact, pacing your delivery may even save you from an embarrassing blunder. If you can’t say something nice, then don’t say anything at all.
Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20
You appear to be putting in maximum effort on anything you take seriously today. However, you could simultaneously get lost in your daydreams, even if your double life isn’t noticed by anyone else. Although others can’t tell how far from reality your mind is meandering, they can see that your rich imagination adds something special to your practical ideas. Don’t hesitate to share your creative point of view now, even if it seems crazy to you at first. Magic starts in the mind before working its way into the real world.
Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20
You may be at a turning point in a relationship because you must decide if you’re going to take it to the next level or retreat to emotionally safer ground. Be careful because you could make a bad choice today if you let your hopes color your perceptions. Postpone any major decisions for a couple of days. Once your muddled thinking clears, you can choose your course of action with more confidence. Time has a wonderful way of showing you what really matters.
Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22
Comparing your idealistic dreams with where you currently are in your life can be quite the disconcerting exercise. The gap between your fantasies and reality may be so large now that you don’t even know where to begin. Instead of setting yourself up for failure by aiming too high, try a more modest approach. Focusing on your recent progress is better than tearing yourself down with self-criticism. Starting your day with a few simple affirmations gives you the positive boost you need to fulfill your destiny.
Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22
Although you might be basking in the light of admiration today, you could fool yourself into thinking that everyone is your friend. It’s not that anyone is necessarily working against your efforts; it’s just that people have their unique agendas and it’s helpful to know where they diverge from yours. Nevertheless, don’t waste your breathe trying to convince anyone your way is the only way. You won’t set yourself up for disappointment if you can be open-minded to each person’s offerings. Everyone has a special gift; your job is to discover it.
Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22
Staying on track may be quite the struggle today because you can see intriguing possibilities everywhere you look. Your current optimism leads you to believe a task will be easier than it is, although you still accept the fact that hard work is key in reaching your goals. Nevertheless, you are at a fork in the road and you might not know which way to go. You’re probably missing some critical facts, making it wiser to pursue a more conservative route. Temporarily walking away from the fun and games leads you down the path to success.
Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22
You’re living out the part of a social butterfly today, flying from one fascinating conversation to the next. However, you don’t have to avoid an awkward subject, even if it leads into unfamiliar territory. Although you might choose to circumvent the most passionate discussions for now, you can still clear the air by sharing what’s on your mind. Sometimes it’s the littlest things that get the conversation rolling. Start with something small and go from there.
Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21
Although you might be sure of your current choices, it’s still not a good idea to trust your senses today because they can lure you into a sense of complacency. Don’t be lulled into a state of hypnotic acceptance. Even if you’re imagining smooth sailing ahead, there may be storm clouds on the horizon and you’re advised to batten down the hatches while the Sun is still shining. Ironically, a challenging patch of emotional weather might be enough of a wake-up call to act as a catalyst for positive change.
Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21
It isn’t prudent to believe all the stories you tell now because you might have inadvertently altered the facts to support your current position. In fact, your past continually changes as your present attitude contracts and expands. Nevertheless, it’s therapeutic to review your personal history as long as you understand you can’t live fully in the here and now if you’re clinging too tightly to memories. Letting go of the old makes room for the new.
Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19
You may be intrigued by an unrealistic fantasy about a relationship now. However, your idealistic dreams can actually stand between you and happier days. Acknowledging your attachment to a particular outcome is necessary if you want to overcome your attraction to it. But there’s no need to go to extremes and deny your preferences if you can maintain a healthy perspective. Giving yourself a quick reality check is your current prescription to achieving emotional satisfaction.
Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18
Perhaps you really believe you have everything under control, but you may miss an important piece of the puzzle today. Fortunately, there’s no need to fix anything yet if you make a wrong assumption. Don’t move too quickly or you could stir up a hornets’ nest that instigates an intense power struggle. Becoming aware of your mistakes is enough for now. Your relationships are in flux, so take time to see where things go before making your move. Sometimes there is more wisdom in waiting than in initiating action.
Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20
You are an avid dreamer by nature and today’s Moon-Neptune aspect magnifies your wishful thinking. You can journey so far into the depths of your imagination that you lose track of the real world. An unexpected event may shock you back into awareness now, waking you from your contemplative state and confronting you with the truth. This blast of reality is a buzzkill at first, but it could be a blessing in disguise if you seize the opportunity in the storm.
You are a determined person and you intuitively know that with patience, you can accomplish anything you set out to do. You easily earn respect from others around you, due in part to your regal manner. Your family is extremely important to you, and many of your values are quite traditional, which keeps you grounded and responsible. However, you are unafraid of embracing the new, even if you do so slowly.
Famous people born today: Shirley MacLaine, Barbara Streisand, Kelly Clarkson.
Your Birthday Year Forecast:
Your birthday falls shortly after a Full Moon this year, suggesting a period ahead of communication and teaching. You may be turned to for advice more frequently, and you are very willing to offer your help. This is a strong year for publicity and any other endeavors that involve spreading the word. As well, your ability to be objective–or to see the “big picture”–can be especially pronounced and rewarding this year.
This is an excellent year in which to advance projects revolving around communications – writing, speaking, selling, and so forth. Your reputation may be enhanced through word of mouth. Making new contacts through learning and mental pursuits figures strongly as well.
This is an excellent period for opening up communications with others, as you are more sensitive than usual and more willing to listen. Getting your point across is easier, as it’s not only about what specific words you choose to communicate, you intuitively express the meaning and intention behind the words. You can effectively use words to soothe, heal, and teach this year. You are also especially open to new ways of looking at problems, thus it’s considerably easier to find solutions. You may be gaining respect for your ideas and intelligence.
There may be a project, idea, or person that demands much of your attention or occupies much of your thoughts. It’s a strong time for any project or studies that require concentrated effort. You are especially resourceful.
You can be especially persuasive and convincing in your communications, whether written or oral, and your perceptions are especially acute. You are inclined to do a lot of “digging”, researching, analyzing, investigating, and getting to the bottom of things. Increased psychological awareness of yourself and others can benefit you greatly, and employing strategy in your decision making is easier than usual this year. Relationships with younger people may be especially rewarding and meaningful.
However, you need to be aware of a tendency to be attracted to impractical ventures at times this year. As well, your energy can vary greatly from one period to the next, so take advantage of the “high” periods in order to offset the possible loss in productivity during the low-energy stages.
Changes in your love life and/or financial state are likely this year with Venus conjunct Uranus in your Solar Return chart. It may be that you experience sudden changes or breakups with a friend or lover. However, the chance of a sudden new friendship is just as likely.
This is a potentially excellent year for communications, learning, and connecting. You may be making good contacts with others, particularly through shared interests or schooling. Positive plans and lifestyle changes can be made at this time in your life. There will be times when you battle with varying energy levels, so take advantage of the periods of high motivation. There’s likely to be excitement in your social or love life.
2016 is a Number One year for you. Ruled by the Sun. This is a year of action. The seeds you plant now, you will reap later. Others might find you less sociable, as you are busier than ever and you focus on your activities and your needs. Still, you are outgoing and your initiative is stronger than ever. Advice – Stand alone, take action, start fresh, express independence.
2017 will be a Number Two year for you. Ruled by the Moon. This is a year of potential companionship. It is a quiet, gentle, and mostly harmonious year that is less active than other years. Instead, you are more responsive to the needs of others. If you are patient and open yourself up in a gentle manner, you will attract both things and people. This is an excellent year in which to build and develop for the future. Advice – be patient, be receptive, enjoy the peace, collect.
You may not be seeing eye to eye with an important other person in your life today, dear Aries, and this can be irritating or stimulating, depending on how you look at it! Debates can easily turn into something else entirely, as there is a tendency to take differences of opinion in a personal way today. However, while there can be some tension or competitiveness today, it’s easier than usual to turn it into a positive or a launching board for making improvements to your life. The Moon moves into your adventure sector this morning, and you tend to set your sights high.
Taurus
Taurus
There can be a temptation to rush a decision just because you want to put something behind you, dear Taurus, when it may be better to keep your head now. Know your limits. Wait until you’re confident before reaching a conclusion. Ego conflicts or tensions occurring now can in fact bring you closer to areas that need improvement, and you may feel even more motivated to make improvements. Keeping your mind and body busy will do much to boost your mood. Express tolerance and generosity today for best results.
Gemini
Gemini
This is not a time to push others or situations, dear Gemini, but perhaps to push yourself to turn inner restlessness into positive action and improvements. Close partnerships can be a little temperamental right now, but the chance to clear the air is quite possible as well. Look forward and think in terms of growing and developing instead of saying whatever first comes to mind. The more tolerant and generous your approach today, the more rewards, because although there can be some difficulties discerning between want and need now, there is also strongly innovative, fresh energy with you that endows you with a wonderful feeling that you can make what you want out of circumstances.
Cancer
Cancer
Frustrations occur today as we may not easily distinguish wants from needs, dear Cancer, or our desires seem to sit uncomfortably within, and it’s difficult to know whether or how to pursue them. Tension can result, but it can also lead to making changes that are needed and useful. You may very well feel motivated to improve. If you aim to avoid taking differences of opinion to heart, conversations can be inspiring and helpful. New insights into a partner or significant person in your life can emerge now, and it can feel great to get to know this person better.
Leo
Leo
Your social life may be a little confusing today, dear Leo. Although you sense good energy in your interactions with others, a part of you could be questioning what you want or impatient to have your way. Even so, tension or frustration can stimulate a desire to make improvements. Competitiveness may in fact motivate you to step up your game. Look for opportunities to advance your goals, or simply to enjoy yourself and boost your confidence.
Virgo
Virgo
Working at a project that requires patience may not be favored today, dear Virgo, but tension that generates now may very well lead to new ideas and methods or motivation to make important improvements. Watch for flaring tempers, particularly around the home, but aim to learn from hotspots that may be triggered today. There can be a new discovery about personal resources or a business matter that helps you out, and small nitpicks aside, this can be a strong time for feeling confident about what you’re producing. Tame impatience for best results.
Libra
Libra
There can be some tension today revolving around a difference in values or opinion today, dear Libra, and some general impatience to contend with. This can be irritating, but it can also stimulate you to think a little differently, even if it’s just enough thinking to defend your position! You don’t have to agree – in fact, when you disagree, you tend to think a whole lot more. Treat differences encountered today as intellectual stimulation, and you’ll be in good shape. There is strong energy with you for breakthrough thinking, in fact, and possibly some clearing of the air that helps improve your bonds with others in the long run.
Scorpio
Scorpio
There can be some tension swirling around matters of possessions, wants, money, and ownership today, dear Scorpio, with Venus in your partnership sector in challenging aspect with Mars in your resources sector. Differences in values with someone close to you can be in the spotlight. Keep in mind that minor issues can be the trigger, but major issues may be at the root. Consciously try to slow down and to tame your desires, which can seem very immediate and urgent now, but may not seem as important later on.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
You may be facing some childishness in others or impatience in yourself today, dear Sagittarius. A better bet for the day is to maintain some detachment on an emotional level. Try not to stir up trouble over tiny matters. You’ll feel better if you don’t rock the boat just for the time being. However, it’s a good time to make some waves on creative levels. Friction in relationships, particularly with people you spend your days with, is possible now, but it can also lead to some fresh thinking or clearing of the air. Expressing optimism, warmth, and tolerance can be rewarding now.
Capricorn
Capricorn
You can be feeling a little restless today, dear Capricorn, but tension can lead to new ideas and solutions. Even so, this is an important time for taking a break and getting some extra time for rest, reflection, and processing recent events. Relationships may be running hot and cold. Stubbornness is likely but should be avoided, and bringing up the past can’t help matters either. Transcend impatient feelings. Teaching and learning are favored, and writing and studying flow quite naturally today.
Aquarius
Aquarius
Don’t push if you don’t have to today, dear Aquarius, as timing can be a little off and tension can be sparked a little too easily in your relationships. This is because people are focusing too much on what they want and neglecting to see the other side. Be patient with others, but don’t get pulled into game playing. It will sap you of energy that you can better use elsewhere. As well, treat others with care, while doing so with yourself. There is good energy for emotional and personal matters. Tension can lead to a commitment to take better care of yourself or quit a bad habit.
Pisces
Pisces
Disagreements with others are quite likely today, dear Pisces, although they may not be explicit or overt! There is a tendency to keep things to ourselves or to gloss over problem areas. It’s not the best day for making plans and expecting them to run along smoothly, so be as flexible in your attitude as possible. Helping out someone can very effectively give them a message that you care, and sometimes more so than other showy displays of affection.
Look out — Mercury Retrograde is at it again! But that’s not all … love and money are both up for review this week. See all that’s coming your way:
Thursday, April 28: Mercury Retrograde in Taurus
This Thursday, Mercury will turn retrograde and will remain out of phase until May 22. This time around he’ll backtrack in the earthy sign of Taurus. As a result, it’ll be time for everyone to re-evaluate their mindset concerning all things physical and material. Finances, resources, personal worth — these are the areas where you may need a checkup from the neck up. Get to it!
Friday, April 29: Venus enters Taurus
On Friday, Venus will enter Taurus, remaining in her home sign until May 24. This will be an interesting situation. Venus in Taurus is a happy placement and is typically beaming, allowing you to enjoy all of her sensual delights.
This time will be no different, since she’ll be at a gorgeous angle to Neptune, Jupiter, and Pluto during her stay. But with Mercury being retrograde in Taurus, at the same time you might notice that you’re revising your ideas around what gives you pleasure and how you make money. In the end however, it’ll all be positive changes.
Sunday, May 1: Sun sextile Neptune
Finally on Sunday, the Sun and Neptune will be at a friendly sextile. There will be plenty of cosmic support to dream big and keep the faith. Yes!
The Moon today is in a Waning Gibbous Phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with a illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9am and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning. During this phase the Moon can also be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon.
Phase Details for – Sunday, April 24, 2016
Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 95%
Moon Age: 16.82 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 402,045.27 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,504,909.28 km
St. George is the patron saint of England—as well as Greece, Portugal, and Aragon—as of soldiers and boy scouts. As are most of the saints, George was a mysterious character. He was reputed to have rescued the daughter of the king of Silene-the end of the third century A.D. The princess was a sacrificial victim being offered to a dragon that was devouring the people. Saint George arrived on his white horse and beheaded the dragon with one swift blow of his mighty sword.
During the late medieval period this date was widely celebrated throughout London, Norwich, Chester, Leicester, and York. The festivities began on the evening of the 23rd and proceeded throughout the following day. There were civic presentations, parades, and horse races. It was believed that if you dreamed of a man on this night, he would become your love.
The Latin term for Sunday, our first day of the week, is Dies Solis (“sun’s day”). In ancient Greek, it was called Hemera Heliou. In the Old English language, it was known as Sunnandaeg; in Middle English, Sonenday. All of these titles mean the same thing: the day of the sun.
What do you think of when you feel the sun shine down on you? What sorts of enchantments and energies do you think would be complementary to a day named after our closest star? Sunday brings those bright solar energies into your life and has the magickal correspondences of success, promotion, leadership, pride, light, generosity, warmth, fitness, and personal growth. Astrologically, the sun symbolizes the conscious self and rules the zodiac sign of Leo.
The charms and spells that would complement this magickal day of the sun are ones for personal achievements of any kind-such as if you are seeking fame and wealth, working for that much-deserved promotion at work, or being acknowledged for a job well done. Health issues, increasing personal power, or simply sticking to your diet and being proud of what you have accomplished all fall under the sun’s golden influence
—Book of Witchery: Spells, Charms & Correspondences for Every Day of the Week
Ellen Dugan
Sunday corresponds to the sun, our closest star. This day is full of wonder and all sorts of magical potential for success, wealth, and fame. Sundays are for personal achievements of any kind such as working towards a promotion at your job, seeking fame and wealth, or being acknowledged for a job well done. All of these goals fall under the golden influence of the sun. Some suggestions for Sunday enchantments would include:
Sitting outside at sunrise and calling on the goddess Brigid for illumination and inspiration
Wearing gold jewelry or clothing that is gold or sunshine yellow to pull some color magic into your life
Arranging a few sunflowers in a vase and empowering these “flowers of the sun” for fame and ambition
Gathering up the common marigold flower and scattering it’s petals about to encourage prosperity
Baking up a batch of cinnamon rolls for the family and enchanting them for health and success
Snacking on a solar fruit, the orange, and enjoying the magical boost it brings to your life
In Astrology, when the Moon is in Sagittarius as it travels through the sky, it brings a certain emotional tone to the day’s mood and the kind of events it may contain. The Moon in Sagittarius affects the attitudes and responses of everyone everywhere and colors the whole climate of life for that time.
The Moon in Astrology is the metaphor which symbolizes an individual’s inner, feeling-based personality. The Moon travels through the entire Zodiac every month, changing signs roughly every two and a half days.
Sagittarius is a Fire Sign. The Fire Signs in Astrology are Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius. This is the quality associated with leadership issues, ambitions based on personal charisma, a fondness for seizing the initiative when choosing to act, and a reputation for showing enthusiasm and even zealotry in their character. Fire signs are the spark of heat and initiative from which all life … and all things that are part of life … begin. When the Moon is in Sagittarius, emotions in general will show these traits.
Sagittarius is also a Mutable Sign. The Mutable Signs are Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces These personalities all deal directly with the application of ideas and information. These people are known for being flexible, easygoing, adaptable, and willing to “adjust” as their way of working with the world. When the Moon is in Sagittarius, these attitudes and qualities will also be prominent in the events and experiences people meet.
Sunday (Sun): Healing, spirituality, success, strength, and protection.
St. Mark’s Eve
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: Third Quarter
Moon Sign: Scorpio Scorpio: Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.
Moon enters Sagittarius 8: 46 am Sagittarius: Encourages flights of imagination and confidence. This is an adventurous, philosophical, and athletic Moon sign. Favors expansion and growth.
Incense: Eucalyptus
Color: Amber
Source
Llewellyn’s 2016 Magical Almanac: Practical Magic for Everyday Living
Witches Of The Craft® 
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