Month: November 2016
A Little Humor for Your Day – "Heavy Traffic Predicted for Thanksgiving"
Astronomy Picture of the Day – Pluto's Sputnik Planum
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.
2016 November 22
Pluto’s Sputnik Planum
Image Credit: NASA, Johns Hopkins U./APL, Southwest Research Inst.
Explanation: Is there an ocean below Sputnik Planum on Pluto? The unusually smooth 1000-km wide golden expanse, visible in the featured image from New Horizons, appears segmented into convection cells. But how was this region created? One hypothesis now holds the answer to be a great impact that stirred up an underground ocean of salt water roughly 100-kilometers thick. The featured image of Sputnik Planum, part of the larger heart-shaped Tombaugh Regio, was taken last July and shows true details in exaggerated colors. Although the robotic New Horizons spacecraft is off on a new adventure, continued computer-modeling of this surprising surface feature on Pluto is likely to lead to more refined speculations about what lies beneath.
Earth Sky News for November 22: A famous variable star in Cepheus
The Words of Confucius
The Words of Confucius
When you are laboring for others let it be with the same zeal as if it were for yourself.
Crack the Cookie
Advice from a Dragonfly
Dragonfly Magick
Your Animal Spirit Guide for November 22nd is the Dragonfly
Your Witches Rune for Tuesday, November 22 is The Star
Today’s Witches Rune
The Star
Meaning: In many cultures, the Star is a symbol of hope, dreams and destiny, and in the Witches Runes this symbol has a similar connotation. When the Star rune appears, it’s green light for you to go after what you want.
Note that the Star does not say you’ll get everything you want without any work. No. This symbol is a not about easy success, but about having faith in what you are doing – and doing it. In fact, the goals suggested by the Star are usually the highest and most significant ones – the ones that are hardest to get. It does not matter what the dream is, but its significance in your life. This symbol also represents ideals, and they can be both individual and collective ones.
In a more down-to-earth way, the Star is related to revolutions, changes, risks, speculation and all things motivated by faith and ideals. It can represent a sudden spark on inspiration, a windfall, a sudden rise to fame or a promotion. Though the sudden changes brought by the Star are usually positive, they are also fast: you can get back to point zero as quickly as you rose. So don’t be afraid to jump forward when the opportunity arises.
The Star urges you to take the risk, to have hope and to trust. After the staleness of Crossroads, the Universe finally begins to move again. If you believe in Higher Powers, this symbol shows that They are guiding you in this moment. The Star is a very positive rune, but in a more negative context it can represent revolution for revolution’s sake and the constant idealization of people and situations. It can also stand for excessive individualism when going after a dream.
In relationship readings, this rune represents hope and an idealistic kind of love. Usually the people involved in the relationship have high expectations about the other. They easily put their partner on a pedestal, only to feel frustrated when reality strikes. The Star can also represent unrequited love, or the love for someone who is unattainable. On the other hand, this rune tells you to not give up love entirely – keep looking, because someone is coming.
Additional Information About Today’s Witches Rune courtesy of Your Spiritual Journey Australia
Your Crowley Thoth Tarot Card for November 22nd is Adjustment
Your Crowley Thoth Tarot Card for Today
Adjustment
Adjustment denotes an inner power, mastery of will and development of inner might. Through mastering one’s emotions and learning from both success and failure the person Adjustment represents has reached a place where they are influential without applying physical force, able to weather the roughest of storms, and not likely to abandon the less fortunate. Adjustment also denotes a large capacity for forgiveness and compassion. Adjustment is not as much about winning as it is about achieving balance, overcoming hardship, and using well crafted persuasion to gain allies. Adjustment suggests the need and ability to make our decisions based on objective perceptions of events, and good or bad, accepting responsibility for our actions
Your Rune for Tuesday, November 22nd is Gebo
Your Daily Tarot Card for Tuesday, November 22nd is The Hierophant
Your Personal Daily Tarot Card
The Hierophant
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is a staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of tradition and conformity.
All About Sagittarius
All About Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
Aim high, adventurous Archer! Sagittarius is symbolized by the Centaur (half man, half horse), aiming his arrow high toward the heavens on the hunt for big ideas and experiences.
Ruled by giant Jupiter, planet of growth and opportunity, fiery Sagittarius is full of energy and a desire to explore. Positive and optimistic, Sagittarius loves becoming enlightened to new ideas through people, travel and philosophy. Others gravitate to Sagittarius for their happy-go-lucky attitude and outgoing personality, and the only way to bring Sag down is to limit their freedom in any way.
What we love about Sagittarius
Sagittarius is the life of the party! There’s never a dull moment with Sag — their friendly, outgoing attitude and interesting philosophical conversations keep others happily engaged.
Why Sagittarius drives us nuts
Carefree Sagittarius can be reckless in both action and words, and may hurt others inadvertently with blunt honesty or thoughtless acts.
Sagittarius advice
Slow down! Sagittarius speeds through life with an aggressive eagerness for new things, but they would be wise to slow down and stick with something for a few minutes.
Most compatible matches
Bold and carefree Sagittarius is most compatible with easy, breezy and equally curious Gemini, and fellow Fire signs Aries and Leo, who are also always up for thrills.
Least compatible matches
Fiery Sagittarius is least compatible with smothering Earth signs Taurus and Virgo, and with sensitive Cancer homebodies.
Born on the cusp
People born on the cusp share common traits from two different zodiac signs.
Sagittarius at a glance
Element: Fire
Glyph: ♐
Quality: Mutable
Colors: Shades of purple
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Ruling House: 9th House of Philosophy and Religion
Tarot Card: Temperance
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The Scorpio-Sagittarius Cusp
The Scorpio-Sagittarius Cusp
Learn all about the personality of the “Cusp of Revolution”
If you were born on the Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp, from about November 18 to November 24, you were born on the “Cusp of Revolution,” and you are full of strength and rebellious energy.
Individuals born on between the signs of Scorpio and Sagittarius are ruled by the planets Pluto, Mars and Jupiter, and are a dynamic mix of Scorpio intensity and bold Sagittarius action. The result is a fearless individual quite capable of running wild!
If they can learn to channel all that energy toward something productive, these cuspers are likely to be successful at most endeavors because they’re not afraid to charge ahead, speak their minds freely and pursue their passions.
“Scorsagiuns” who learn to balance their complex personalities are well liked, and appreciated for their good humor and open minds.
Learn more about the revolutionary Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp:
Name of Cusp: The Cusp of Revolution
Date Range: November 19 to November 24
Strengths: Energetic, adventurous, powerful, accomplished, generous, passionate, humorous.
Weaknesses: Secretive, selfish, rebellious, wild, aggressive, blunt, misunderstood.
How Scorpio-Sagittarius energy works together: Scorpio’s is Water and Sagittarius is Fire, an opposing mix that creates complex personalities who are often misunderstood. If they can learn to balance their aggressive qualities with more adaptable traits, they will be powerful, generous and friendly folks to have around.
What they love: Freedom. Don’t try to box in a freedom-loving Scorpio-Sagittarius cusper! Their intense passion and need for action cannot and will not surrender to being controlled!
What they need: To be self-employed. Conflict can arise with authority figures because of this cusper’s rebellious nature and forthright manner, so they are better off working independently — as well as putting their efforts toward a humanistic cause they are passionate about.
Advice: Try to be less selfish and more in tune with others’ feelings, as well as more forgiving of other people’s mistakes.
Famous people born on the Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp: Calvin Klein, Jodie Foster, Indira Gandhi, Larry King, Meg Ryan, Ted Turner, Robert F. Kennedy, Goldie Hawn, Bjork, Voltaire, Scarlett Johansson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Miley Cyrus, Billy the Kid, Amy Grant, Joe DiMaggio, Christina Applegate, and John F. Kennedy Jr.
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Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, November 23rd
Get A Jump On Tomorrow…..
Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, November 23rd
by Rick Levine
General Horoscope
The all-is-good Sagittarius party comes to a temporary end today when communicator Mercury slams into naysaying Saturn. We are tempted to defend our thoughts, even if the facts suggest we are wrong. Fear of criticism leads to rigid thinking, but our plans could fall apart like a house of cards if we are too inflexible. Meanwhile, the Moon’s shift into diplomatic Libra at 2:41 pm EST empowers us with the ability to see both sides of every issue.
Aries Horoscope Mar 21 – Apr 19
A clear purpose and a tight focus inspire you to use your intellect for a higher purpose. Thankfully, you’re unlikely to be overwhelmed by the drama today because everyone seems to be doing their best to maintain a sense of civility and rationality. Messenger Mercury delivers a much-needed reality check as it runs into authoritative Saturn, but you might try to ignore it if you are convinced your beliefs are correct. Thomas Dewar wrote, “Minds are like parachutes — they only function when they are open.”
Taurus Horoscope Apr 20 – May 20
Confusing optimism with denial will likely lead you down a path that takes you to the wrong destination. Rational Mercury joins up with confining Saturn today, demanding that you pay close attention to the details, especially with respect to your core values and how they conflict with someone else’s. It’s tempting to work yourself into a corner by fearfully clinging to an old habit or belief. Nevertheless, assuming a non-confrontational position allows for multiple points of view. Acknowledging another person’s truth is not the same as embracing it.
Gemini Horoscope May 21 – Jun 20
Maintaining your confidence is nearly impossible today if people are being overly critical of everything you do. Just as you strike up the marching band to play your happy song, someone comes along and rains on your parade. Your happiness suffers when glib Mercury encounters austere Saturn, forcing you to ponder the more serious side of life. You might even consider solitude as a viable alternative to the never-ending uncertainty of relationships. Nevertheless, you know what to do; start squeezing those lemons to make the best batch of lemonade anyone’s ever tasted.
Cancer Horoscope Jun 21 – Jul 22
Shaking off your lingering negativity is an uphill battle today. You may be discouraged while quick-witted Mercury opposes pessimistic Saturn, but focusing on the issue at hand enables you to turn a bleak situation into a successful endeavor. Although there are heavy responsibilities resting on your shoulders now, you must reconsider your priorities so you can stand up and deal with a potentially frustrating set of circumstances. Examining your resistance is the first step to putting your life back on track.
Leo Horoscope Jul 23 – Aug 22
Although a wave of discouragement is washing through your life, you can seize this opportunity to assess which commitments are worth keeping, and which ones need to end. This is an excellent time to manifest your heart’s desire into reality by talking about your personal goals. However, concentrating on one specific field of interest may require you to say no to others. The good news is you truly understand the consequences of your current decisions. Clarity is power; the clearer you are about what you want, the more your brain knows how to get there.
Virgo Horoscope Aug 23 – Sep 22
You’re tempted to shut down and withdraw from communication now, but avoidance will cause much greater problems later on. The gravitas of these times is confirmed when contemplative Mercury joins authoritative Saturn, giving you the impression that your mental meanderings will lead you to the truth. Unfortunately, relying on the logic of your brain diminishes the message of your heart. Honoring your feelings empowers your decisions if you’re also willing to remain open-minded to the needs of others.
Libra Horoscope Sep 23 – Oct 22
Your fantasies come to an abrupt ending today as someone in your immediate environment reads you the riot act. It may seem as if their criticism lacks understanding and empathy. You might retreat emotionally as your fear of rejection rears its ugly head. Breaking into new ground is not easy to accomplish now, but pushing forward is your smartest strategy. The cosmos is instructing you to be as specific as you can about your desires before striving to fulfill them. There are forces at play that are greater than you, waiting to help you reach your dreams.
Scorpio Horoscope Oct 23 – Nov 21
Focusing on solutions instead of problems puts you in a positive place where people can respond to you more favorably. Although the course of least resistance is alluring now, don’t let your one-dimensional thinking turn into self-doubt when philosophical Mercury conspires with critical Saturn. Thankfully, your natural curiosity drives you to get to the bottom of a mystery today. You are at the edge of a significant breakthrough if you are ready to move on from outmoded ideas and discover new ones that will better serve your interests. Nelson Mandela said, “It always seem impossible until it’s done.”
Sagittarius Horoscope Nov 22 – Dec 21
Your mind can shut down the vagaries of your heart so fast today that it leaves your head spinning. Nevertheless, your best ideas are still challenged by nearly everyone that you bring into your inner circle as contentious Mercury strategizes with obstinate Saturn in your very social sign. Thoughtfully consider your next move or you will find yourself backpedaling sooner than you think. Listen to those around you; applying self-restraint now is more effective than doing damage control later on.
Capricorn Horoscope Dec 22 – Jan 19
Although you’re looking for solid answers, people probably give you weak excuses if you try to pin them down. If you’re not receiving the approval you desire today, or if others disappoint you in some other manner, don’t take it so personally. It’s all too easy now to see everything in a negative light as perceptive Mercury hooks up with cold Saturn. This sobering conjunction lands in your 12th House of Inner Peace, rattling your confidence while you yearn for something greater than material satisfaction. Moshe Dayan said, “Freedom is the oxygen of the soul.”
Aquarius Horoscope Jan 20 – Feb 18
You may feel restrained by the necessity to work as part of a group today. However, your position is different than everyone else’s and you’re compelled to share it regardless of the consequences. The stakes of the current conflict are raised and then raised again; power struggles are symptomatic of repressed anger that needs to find constructive expression. Nevertheless, consider the cost of doing battle before you start a fight that escalates tension instead of resolving it.
Pisces Horoscope Feb 19 – Mar 20
It doesn’t seem right if your best ideas are shot down today before they are even heard. However, messenger Mercury’s conjunction with strict Saturn is likely to reveal the weakest links in your chain of logic. It’s a mistake to hunker down and resist the opposition now; there will be time for fighting soon enough. Instead, listen to the feedback, even if it’s excessive in its negativity. Don’t fall into the trap of self-doubt. Figure out what you can do to upgrade your game, and then fearlessly put your plan into motion.
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Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, November 22nd
Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, November 22nd
by Rick Levine
General Horoscope
Although the past has less of a hold on us now that three planets are in happy-go-lucky Sagittarius, the Sun’s stressful connection with passionate Pluto dredges up old fears. However, an uplifting Mercury-Jupiter sextile is like a hot air balloon for our thoughts as they soar above mundane events and into conceptual realms. Nevertheless, an exacting Virgo Moon prevents us from succumbing to fantasy by requiring us to pay attention to the facts.
Aries Horoscope Mar 21 – Apr 19
Although you are generally upbeat about your future today, danger still lurks in the dark corners of your mind. You believe that you’re ready for nearly anything, but could find yourself in over your head if you underestimate the amount of work it will entail to complete a job. Sloppy thinking leads to misjudgment, so be careful what you take on now. Although someone may ride to your rescue with a wonderful plan, their intentions might also be better than what they can deliver. Start small; finish big.
Taurus Horoscope Apr 20 – May 20
You are in luck today if you’re looking for positive recognition at work. Within reason, nearly anything you want now is yours while quick-witted Mercury titillates auspicious Jupiter in your 6th House of Employment. You are capable of presenting information in a way that others won’t find offensive at all — even if you’re saying something they don’t want to hear. Use your charisma wisely. A single truth can shine through a million lies.
Gemini Horoscope May 21 – Jun 20
You are blessed with the ability to persuade people to your point of view today without making them feel pressured in any way. You don’t even need to itemize the pros and cons to convince others to follow your lead. Your ideas about improving efficiency are so innovative that everyone immediately knows you’re right. Although you’re at the top of your game now, don’t let self-confidence turn into hubris. Arrogance is a sign of weakness; humility is a sign of greatness.
Cancer Horoscope Jun 21 – Jul 22
Your optimistic thoughts overpower your pessimistic doubts, triggering dreams of a better life ahead. Recent struggles fade into the past as you look forward to a productive week at work, even if you’re approaching a major deadline. Positive thinking brings measurable results quicker than you expect. Nevertheless, be ready for some good old-fashioned family fun when the opportunity permits. Author William Feather wrote, “Plenty of people miss their share of happiness, not because they never found it, but because they didn’t stop to enjoy it.”
Leo Horoscope Jul 23 – Aug 22
Although an unexpected surge of good feelings encourages you to start new projects now, you might also experience a secondary wave of emotions that waters the seeds of doubt. This wild ride is sponsored by a buoyant Mercury-Jupiter alignment and a suppressive Sun-Pluto connection. Thankfully, your fixed sense of purpose enables you to transform negativity into positive action. Today’s determination leads to tomorrow’s success.
Virgo Horoscope Aug 23 – Sep 22
You are enthusiastic about developing an ambitious strategy to make money today, but you could run into trouble turning your ideas into reality when you get hung up on minute details. Naturally, you prefer to put blinders on so you’re not distracted by unrelated noise and irrelevant facts. However, an exuberant Mercury-Jupiter sextile boosts your ability to inspire others with your far-reaching plan now. Your intellectual prowess overcomes your instinct to stay safely within the box. Life is too short not to try something new.
Libra Horoscope Sep 23 – Oct 22
You might have a specific agenda now but it’s possible to get carried away with your own excitement. In fact, loquacious Mercury forms a cooperative sextile with excessive Jupiter in your sign, compelling you to say more than you intended. Unfortunately, you can’t rewind time and take your words back. Thankfully, you may be able to do sufficient damage control if you are willing to apologize. Nevertheless, it’s still more efficient to think twice before you utter another sound. Instead of talking your way into trouble, channel your enthusiasm into your work.
Scorpio Horoscope Oct 23 – Nov 21
You are usually able to keep your feelings hidden from others by putting up a stoic front. Nevertheless, you’re now tempted to throw caution to the wind and let everyone know what you need while talkative Mercury harmonizes with boundless Jupiter. Your thoughts are carried far beyond their usual orbits, prompting you to be less practical and more philosophical. Nevertheless, it might be quite embarrassing when you must publicly acknowledge what you said in anticipation of a warm reception. The smarter you get, the less you speak.
Sagittarius Horoscope Nov 22 – Dec 21
Smart and caring friends seem to know the right words to untangle your emotional knots today. Jovial Jupiter supports communicator Mercury in your 1st House of Personality, enabling you to engage in an intense discussion in a calm manner. Positive energy stimulates your intuition, pulling information and ideas from your subconscious. Fortunately, you can present an idealistic plan with confidence and clarity now. Remember, you will make a greater impact with a whisper than a shout because your message touches people’s hearts as well their minds.
Capricorn Horoscope Dec 22 – Jan 19
Although you inspire people with your ambitious ideas, you could also be the brunt of their criticism because they think you’re so disorganized now. However, you are working harder than anyone realizes to put the pieces of your plan in order. Mental Mercury harmonizes with expansive Jupiter in your 10th House of Career, encouraging you to extol the virtues of positive thinking. Nevertheless, the more you try to exert control, the more your opponents will struggle against you. Claim your power, but not at the expense of anyone else.
Aquarius Horoscope Jan 20 – Feb 18
You see good news on the horizon as you project your current job prospects onto your vision of future prosperity. However, your view is biased and it’s tempting to overlook potential problems. But you’re not concerned about such things now if you are doing well. Paradoxically, broadening your thinking will allow you to change directions, even if you believe your professional trajectory is aimed at success. Nevertheless, do your homework before you speak your mind. Your advanced planning will be appreciated more than you know.
Pisces Horoscope Feb 19 – Mar 20
You possess ample wisdom to express your ideas intelligently, no matter how shaky you might feel today. If you are faced with an intense situation, your all-encompassing perspective gives you the vision to handle the emotional turmoil. While you might not resolve all your concerns right away, at least you can begin to think about the issues in a constructive manner. You’ll have more to give others if you take care of your own needs first. Author Paulo Coelho writes, “The world is changed by examples, not by opinions.”
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Inspiration for the Week – Reclaiming Your Power
Inspiration for the Week – Reclaiming Your Power
The Gabriel Message Card for this Week:
No One Has Power Over You Unless You Allow It To Happen.
This is a very interesting message to receive. Sometimes we are not even aware that we are giving our power away to another person.
The message is not speaking about physical safety so much as the everyday situations when we disrespect ourselves and lose energy in the presence of another.
It is not only people; we also give our power away to the circumstances of our lives. The often colorful meanings and labels we attach to these situations amplifies our emotional state and can throw us off center.
For me, I know I have given my power away when I notice that there is an uncomfortable feeling in my stomach, and I start to feel obligated to the other person. That is the clue for me. When I am aware of what is going on, the first thing I do is to ask Archangel Michael to come and fill my solar plexus with golden light. Archangel Michael is a powerful protector for us all. He is also the Archangel who is most concerned with the awakening of all humanity during this time of ascending energy.
The solar plexus is our power center and is the chakra most involved with the ability to stay centered and detached from overwhelm in our emotional state.
Archangel Michael,
I call on your assistance at this crucial time. Please bring the power of your Golden Light of Protection into my solar plexus right now. Clear away any discordant energy and allow me to be filled with your golden light. As I open to receive this gift, I can feel myself growing more balanced in my own power, and staying centered in my interactions with others.
Fill me with the presence of Strength and Courage so that I may take care of myself in the most truly loving ways. Thank you for guiding me into only those situations that are in my highest good at this time. I give thanks for relationships that are in harmony with my soul’s growth in every area of my life.
Please surround me in 3 rings of Golden Light every day so I may feel the presence of safety within me. Thank you for your assistance, strength and protection at all times. And so it is.
The Gabriel Messages Book #44
No one has power over you unless you allow it to happen.
Dear One,
When you are in a situation where you begin to feel powerless and less than another, this can be viewed as a wake-up call. We are referring here to any situation in which you feel devalued, not necessarily one of obvious abuse.
If there is another person who wants to have a certain level of power over you, consciously or unconsciously, your physical body is often a good indicator that something is not right. You may notice a feeling of discomfort in your solar plexus area. Perhaps a weight descends on your shoulders, and your head hangs down. Paying attention to your bodily discomfort can help you become aware and allow you to disengage yourself from the situation.
When you feel strong in yourself, you are less likely to stay in situations that may harm you, or allow others to treat you with disrespect. You do not have to stay in places or around people who do not give you the respect you deserve. However, it is also not necessary to react in anger. As much as possible, stay in your heart, bless the person or people involved and remove yourself from the situation.
When you feel strong within, good about yourself and centered, the area of your solar plexus is filled with energy. When you begin to feel drained, that is literally what is happening to you. When we say no one has power over you unless you allow it to happen, this is the first place where your power is given away. It is time now time to take it back.
Sometimes people become so used to being devalued, dis-empowered and talked down to, they accept this as a natural state. It is not. Every soul on earth deserves to be treated with respect. To stay strong in yourself, steps must be taken so that you feel your inner power, that connection to the light of Pure Spirit that is within you. The solar plexus is the area most affected by the power maneuvers of another person, so the following visualization is helpful in achieving and maintaining your center of balance.
Practice:
Breathe with conscious awareness into the area from your rib cage to below your navel. Imagine this area filled with the warm glow of a huge sun and allow this bright, golden light to radiate out from this place within you and to fill your entire being. Then see or feel this light moving from the base of your spine into the earth, so you can be connected to that rich, nurturing and grounding presence. Continue visualizing the golden light of the sun filling your solar plexus, centering you with a clear, steadying power that will allow you to take the necessary steps to care for yourself. With practice, you can draw on the calming power of this light and the steadying presence of the earth whenever needed.
Begin today to respect yourself. Know that you are a radiant child of God and that you have purpose, presence and connection to all the love in the universe. Call on your Guardian Angels at all times and know that you are guided and protected by the light of God. Begin to know your personal connection to a Higher Power, the true power containing all the energy you need to do whatever is required in your life. Fill yourself with the golden light of the sun and feel the nurturing presence of the earth beneath your feet. Reclaim your true power and remember you are never alone.
Your message from Archangel Gabriel today is:
No one has power over you unless you allow it to happen.
The Witches Current Moon Phase for November 22 is Waning Crescent
November 22
Waning Crescent
Illumination: 39%
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 – Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 39%
Moon Age: 23.22 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 391,852.06 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,720,145.89 km
Illumination: 39%
Moon Age: 23.22 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 391,852.06 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,720,145.89 km
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Celebrating Legends, Folklore & Spirituality 365 Days A Year for November 22nd – Ydalir
November 22nd
Ydalir
For those involved with Nordic traditions, this day is Ydalir, the Valley of the Yews, and falls under the rulership of Ull (Uller Ullur, Ullr). Ull is the Norse God of Wintertime, skiing, archery, and hunting. His name means “Brilliant One” and he is invoked during duels. He is the son of the Earth Mother Sif and an unknown father. Ull has been associated with Aurora Borealis and with the oath-ring; vows on the oath-ring ring were sworn to him. Even though he is seldom mentioned in myth and legend, his cult was widespread in ancient Scandinavian countries.
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