Your Daily Horoscopes for Saturday, June 18th

Aries

This can be a day in which interruptions steer you off course temporarily, dear Aries. Changes of schedule may very well lead to new ideas and positive directions, however. Timing can be off – for example, you may be passionate about something, while others may be indifferent. This can be stimulating if you aim to learn from your differences, but very frustrating if you expect to make a deeper connection. Watch for pushing yourself too hard today due to impatience to reach a goal. Pace yourself as much as possible. Mental energy also runs high for you right now, so do be careful not to say something you’ll later regret. It’s a high energy day – one in which you need to think on your feet, and fortunately you’re very equipped to do so. How you react to not getting your current desires met can define the mood of the day.

Taurus

With rebellious Uranus in your solar twelfth house acting up today, dear Taurus, you may want to watch for provocative commentary and impatience. In some cases, somebody close to you could be insecure and acting out or bringing up uncomfortable topics. Adjustments, working with differences, making compromises, and trying to find a balance are all important strategies now, as passions run high and there is a distinct air of competitiveness around you – and within you. There can be imbalances between what you want from someone, and what they want from you, and it can be difficult to come to a clear agreement. Overreacting can stir up trouble that you don’t need. Changes of plans and distractions may very well lead to new ideas and methods.

Gemini

As much as you’d like to today, it can be difficult to focus on your work, passions, and projects, dear Gemini. Distractions and interruptions can make it hard to concentrate. Friendships can bring surprises, and perhaps not especially pleasant ones. When it comes to a belief or idea, you might also feel quite impatient if others are not understanding or catching on. Watch for rebellious or knee-jerk reactions. Although you’re itching to make changes, consider them carefully before implementing them. Consider that you might take a detour from your usual routine that ends up lifting your spirits or teaches you something worthwhile. Changes of plans can end up working in your favor, after all.

Cancer

Timing can be a little off today, dear Cancer. There is a rebellious, unexpected, and unreliable energy to the day. Some awkwardness expressing yourself is possible now – if timing is off with a love interest, try not to read negatively into it. Aim to learn from your differences, and eventually feel closer as a result. Private matters tend to come to light today, rather unexpectedly, but if you’d rather keep things to yourself, watch that you don’t speak ahead of yourself. The day can move more quickly than you’d like, and while you’re expected to stay on top of things, you can also take some time for yourself. Make allowances for unexpected changes and interruptions of your usual schedule, and stay as flexible as possible.

Leo

You may be on the fence about whether to stick with what or who you know, dear Leo, or to take a risk and stick your neck out. A small disagreement is a possibility now – timing is a little off. It can be difficult to feel in sync with others and in touch with your true desires temporarily. Try not to let this drain you. If you’re faced with pressures or sudden attention when you’d rather spend some time alone, gracefully bow out and seek out ways to build up emotional strength. Consciously pull your energy away from the little problems that have been taking up too much time in your brain. Uranus is strong and slightly challenging today, which can point to interruptions and unexpected changes. While these can be disorienting at times, they may very well lead to new ideas and interesting experiences.

Virgo

You can be feeling quite impassioned about a project or idea today, dear Virgo, but it can be difficult to entertain it for too long, as distractions and interruptions seem to be plenty. A private attraction, relationship, or past experience can figure strongly now. Try to rise above insecurities, as you learn more when you’re not on guard. Look for ways to free yourself of guilt, overwork, or attitudes that may be holding you back from enjoying your life. Avoid the pitfalls of impulsive decision-making without first considering the consequences. Speaking too soon on a matter is something to watch for. Your ideas may be too scattered or ahead of the times to get a warm reception just for now.

Libra

While today can be an oddly flustering day in some ways, dear Libra, changes of mind or schedule can lead to fresh new ideas and experiences. There can be sudden awakenings and insights that nudge you into a new position or stance regarding independence in relationships. Sudden infatuations or complete turnarounds of feelings can figure. Money can be a sensitive topic right now, however. Resolve to not allow off the cuff remarks or impatient people get to you. Flexibility will be your major key to success right now. Try to embrace differences and changes as opportunities for you and/or for a relationship to grow.

Scorpio

Constructive, physical outlets might help release pent-up emotions today, dear Scorpio, but it may take quite a bit of trial and error to get there. You may be dealing with defensiveness in others, making it difficult to enjoy healthy, focused conversations. Mistakes can be made in haste, and failures in communications can test your patience today. This can be especially the case with work, dealings with banks, exercise, and even regular routines. Try your best not to rush things now as hasty actions or words can lead to regret at a later date. Consider making considered changes. Change can be stressful, however, even if you’ve made the choice to make it, so reward yourself with understanding.

Sagittarius

You could be tempted to stir the pot today, dear Sagittarius. You may be looking for reactions and trying to gauge how others feel about you. However, the day’s energies are on the unpredictable side. Taming the desire for drama can in fact help you to better see the opportunities of the day. Absent mindedness can also be a problem today, as well as a tendency to speak too soon. Even so, many of the issues that seem to be tripping you up now are very temporary, and in fact may be pushing you into the direction of making small changes and adjustments that will truly improve your life. Relationships require more sensitivity than usual right now.

Capricorn

There can be a competitive and restless tone to the day, dear Capricorn. We can be feeling rather desirous but might find it difficult to fulfill our needs. You may be easily sidetracked, particularly if you try to juggle work and socializing. Others may be pushing your boundaries today. Frustrations with the way you’re living your life, with work and routines, or with health can be distracting, but can ultimately stimulate you to make small but important changes and adjustments. Releasing pent-up anger should be done in ways that don’t eventually bring you or others down.

Aquarius

It can be difficult to pinpoint exactly what others want from you today, dear Aquarius, yet they can still seem to be on your case. There is a tendency to speak too soon or too hastily – impatience is likely. Others may be interpreting rebelliousness in your communications. Frustrations may come out in small but disruptive ways if you’re not careful. There is a tendency to take things that are said and done quite personally. Be kinder to yourself by detaching yourself from irritating situations. It may be a good idea to establish your priorities and determine whether it’s best to shelf an issue so that you can come back to it when you’re feeling clearer and calmer. Changes of plans today can be irritating in the moment, but can also lead to new and improved approaches.

Pisces

Emotions and desires can run high, temporarily clouding decision making today, dear Pisces. Blockages can frustrate and stimulate restlessness. Try not to jump to conclusions now, as they may be premature, and avoid clinging to what is familiar if this keeps you in a mental rut. Love feelings are powerful today, but satisfying them may not be straightforward. Others may have a lot to say but are not necessarily considering your viewpoint or needs just for now. It’s not an ideal time to accomplish things cooperatively. However, you are likely to discover that you’re in a good position regardless. Learning that you can handle certain things on your own can be empowering.

Ignite your intuition – Full Moon in Sagittarius

a message from Kari Samuels

 To view more of Kari’s insight, please visit her website, Kari Samuels

Mark your calendar! A rare cosmic convergence is coming your way.

June 20th is a BIG DAY in the celestial sphere. With a heavenly lineup of our Sun, Moon and planets, your inner world will be illuminated so you can make some much needed changes.

Psychic Sensitivity is High

Neptune, our planet of dreams and intuition, is retrograde in psychically sensitive Pisces from June 13th until November 19th. This will connect you with your deepest desires and resurrect the dreams you buried. You can also reconnect with your intuition like never before.

Things will come into your awareness to show you the changes you’ve been avoiding for a while – changes that will bring way more expansiveness into your life.

Solstice Sun Lights the Path

June 20th is our Summer Solstice, which is a celebration of light. There hasn’t been a solstice so luminous in years. The Solstice Sun moves into sensitive Cancer marking the change of seasons – with our longest day in the Northern hemisphere,and the return of the more sunlight in the Southern hemisphere.

What’s remarkable about this is merely hours before, we are celebrating our second Full Moon in Sagittarius this year. This Solstice Full Moon is a rare event, and won’t be celebrated again until 2035.

Solstice Full Moon Ignites Your Intuition

Intuition is always at its peak during Full Moons. The Moon governs your inner life and emotions, so during the light of the Full Moon, you bring more awareness to your inner world.

Being that this rare second Full Moon in Sagittarius occurs on the longest day of the year, when the light of your consciousness is at its peak, is a special gift.

Sagittarius is the sign of the prophet. It brings the light and fire of your Higher Mind to your vision of the future. It is also the sign that tolerates nothing less than the TRUTH.

Solstice Full Moon Ritual

This is such a rare and beautiful confluence of energies, it’s best to take advantage of it. Because Sagittarius is a fire sign, and the solstice is a celebration of light, I suggest you light a candle, and connect with your Spirit Guides and Angels to give you clarity about your future.

Whatever you chose to do for the Solstice Full Moon make it magical.

 

Lunar love,

~Kari

June 18th

Lily Festival

The ancient Shinto festival of the Cleansing Lily originated from the need to dispel early summer downpours that would invariably lead to flooding. The lily stalks were gathered at dawn by seven maidens wearing white robes. The stalks were taken to local shrines for blessing. The flowers stayed in these temples overnight, during which time they were prayed over by the priests. Early the next morning, a procession led by the maidens walked through the town’s streets, waving the lilies to attract moisture-free weather.

Saturday Is Ruled By Saturn

This day of the week got it’s name from the god of karma and time, Saturn. This day is obviously associated with the planet Saturn and is our last day of the week. Traditionally Saturdays are great days for protection, banishing a negative situation, and generally a good time to clean up any magical messes that you have been ignoring. Some suggestions for Saturday enchantments would include:

Wearing the colors of the day, black and deep purple. Here’s your perfect excuse to be dramatic and witchy. Empower these dramatic pieces of your wardrobe for protection and strength.

Burning black candles to absorb negativity and burning purple ones to increase your magical wisdom and boost your spirituality

Adding a touch of garden witchery to your Saturday spells by working with the pansy (in black or purple of course), the morning glory flowering vine, or the cypress tree.

Carrying an obsidian, hematite, or jet tumbled stone in your pocket to reinforce your personal protection and to ward off bad vibes and sour feelings. You can also add these crystals to a candle spell on a Saturday night to really increase the punch of your spellcasting.

Cleaning your house and cleansing it while you are at it. Tap into those obstacle-removing vibes and the positive, concluding energies.

Closing up the final day of the bewitching week with a bang by calling on Hecate for protection and guidance.

The Witches Almanac for Saturday, June 18th

Saturday (Saturn): Longevity, exorcism, endings, homes, and houses.

Independence Day (Egyptian)

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

Moon Phase: Second Quarter

Moon Sign: Sagittarius
Sagittarius: Encourages flights of imagination and confidence. This is an adventurous, philosophical, and athletic Moon Sign. Favors expansion and growth.

Incense: Ivy

Color: Black

Saturday’s Witchery

Saturday is a day filled with opportunities to clean up and clear out. So if you are wondering why Hecate is assigned to this day, take another look at what she symbolizes and the magick that is associated with her. That should answer the question.

Hecate was the oldest form of the Greek Triple Goddess, as she presided over heaven, the underworld, and earth. Crossroads where three roads met were especially sacred to Hecate, earning her the title of Hekate of the Three Ways. It’s interesting to note that even after the worship of other goddesses waned, ancient people still worshiped Hecate as the Queen of the Underworld and the Guardian of the Three-Way Crossroad. It was also believed that if you left her an offering of food there, she would grant you her favors. As Hecate Trivia, her triple images were often displayed at these crossroads, where she was petitioned on the full moon for positive magick and on the dark of the moon for cursing and dark magick.

While this last bit of information sounds a little ominous, keep in mind that Hecate/Hekate was known by many titles and is a shapeshifter. Her appearance could and did change often. As a dark moon goddess, her faces are many. To some she may appear as a old crone, hunched over a smoking cauldron and draped in a midnight cape. To others she may appear as a dark beautiful, mysterious, and mature woman wearing a shimmering crown. To some she may be perceived as a maiden priestess. She was called the “most lovely one,” the Great Goddess of Nature, and the Queen of the World of Spirits. This dark goddess knows her way around the earth and the underworld. All the powers of nature, life, and death are at her command.

Source

Book of Witchery
Spells, Charms & Correspondences for Every Day of the Week
Ellen Dugan

Saturday

The planetary correspondence for Saturday is Saturn. Matters dealing with the public, farming, family ties, legal matters (such as wills and estates), taking care of debts, dealing with lawyers, financing, joint money matters, real estate, older people, banishing or binding negativity, and getting rid of bad habits all fall under the charge of Saturn. It’s easy to see why “Saturday’s child works hard for his living.”

Saturday’s angels are Cassiel, Machatan, Uriel, and Orifiel. Cassiel is the angel of solitudes and tears. He is one of the rulers of the planet Saturn and occasionally appears as the angel of patience. Cassiel links himself to dragon energy. Regarding Machatan, the only information we get is that he works well with Cassiel and is also a power of Saturn. Orifiel is an angel of the wilderness, a ruler of the second hour of the day, and also associated with Saturn.

On Saturday, the hour of sunrise and every eight hours after that are also ruled by Saturn, and that makes these times of the day doubly blessed. These four hours are the strongest four hours for conducting ritual. Check the local newspaper, astrological calendar, or almanac to determine your local sunrise.

Source

Gypsy Magic