A Thought for Today

Dear Sisters, Brothers, and Honored Guests today I leave you with this thought…

One thing I would like to add to Frank Lloyd Wright’s quote is

Anywhere you go the forests, water ways, or a walk around your block take a bag with you for trash. As Pagans, which first meant peasant but as evolve to mean people who follow nature’s spiritual paths, it is our duty to pick up what others were to lazy to dispose of properly. I started out doing this on my own as my children grew old enough to take a walk outside with me and than doing the same with my grandchildren. Who passed it on to their playmates and still do it even with some of my grandchildren being over 20, a couple in college, and the others starting in grammar or pre-school. So I ask you not to think of Earth Day is only on April 22 but as it being every day of the week.

Blessed be dear ones.

October 25 Today in History

Important Events

1415 Battle of Agincourt: Henry V’s forces defeat larger French army and the longbow defeats the armoured knight

1854 The infamous “Charge of the Light Brigade” during the Battle of Balaclava in the Crimean War results in over 100 killed

1962 US Ambassador to the UN Adlai Stevenson demands USSR UN rep Zorin answer regarding Cuban missile bases saying “I am prepared to wait for my answer until hell freezes over”

1971 United Nations votes to expel the Chinese Nationalist ruled Taiwan and admit the Communist People’s Republic of China

2017 Chinese Premier Xi Jinping unveils his new ruling council in the Great Hall of the People, none of the five are young enough to succeed him

Today’s Historical Events

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Ancient Rome A superstitious Society

From HistoryCooperative.org – To read the rest of the article about Omens and Superstations

A superstitious Society

Compare to modern society, the Romans seem extremely superstitious. But then today’s major religions have all throughout their past discouraged, even combatted, superstitions. Also our sciences and our technological world allows little room for superstition.

The Romans lived in an era previous to this. Their world was full of unexplained phenomena, darkness and fear. To Romans these superstitions were a perfectly natural part in the relationship between gods and men.

The Roman habit of interpreting natural phenomena as signs from the beyond stemmed from the Etruscans. The Etruscans, who developed reading omens and auspices into a form of science, knew different means of divination. In their beliefs the signs they read were sent to them by a mythical boy called Tages, who in their mythology was to have been ploughed up from the earth.

They would seek to read the future by examining the entrails of sacrificial animals, the liver being of special importance for that purpose. They would observe lighting and interpret its meanings. And they would try and put meaning to any unusual phenomena which occured.

The belief that objects, or living beings could possess special spiritual properties was widespread in primitive societies. The Romans were no strangers to this idea. Stones, trees, springs, caves, lakes, swamps, mountains – even animals and furniture – were all deemed to be hosts to spirits (numina). Stones in particular were often seen to contain spirits, especially if they were boundary stones, dividing one man’s property from the other.

It is very telling that the Latin word for such a boundary is terminus and that there actually was a Roman god called Terminus. This odd deity took the form of a huge piece of rock which rested in the temple of Jupiter on the Capitoline Hill. Apparently several attempts to move the bolder when…

Bad Luck Go Away!’ Candle Spell to Remove a Curse

If you’ve been wondering how to make bad luck go away, you should know that the answer is very simple: Bring in the energy of good luck!

How this Spell Works

A great way to do this is by casting a double-intention good luck spell.

The first intention is to remove all bad luck from you, so we will use salt and the power of the green candle. You can also take a cleansing bath to wash away any negativity that is clinging to you.

The rest of the ritual will focus on visualizing and drawing positive energies that will manifest opportunities for growth and success in you life. Cinnamon has purifying properties that eliminate bad energies and attract good luck.

Follow the steps indicated below and banish bad luck from your life with a simple spell break ritual.

For the rest of this spell from Spell 8.com

5 Ways Chamomile Tea Benefits Your Health

(This article is not meant to replace anything you have been prescribed by your primary health care provider. Always check with them before starting to use any herbs for medicinal purposes. Chamomile id from the Daisy Family. So it is possible to be allergic to it if you are allergic to any species of Daisy)

From Healthline.com

Chamomile tea is a popular beverage that also offers a variety of health benefits.

Chamomile is an herb that comes from the daisy-like flowers of the Asteraceae plant family. It has been consumed for centuries as a natural remedy for several health conditions.

To make chamomile tea, the flowers are dried and then infused into hot water.

Many people enjoy chamomile tea as a caffeine-free alternative to black or green tea and for its earthy, somewhat sweet taste.

Furthermore, chamomile tea is loaded with antioxidants that may play a role in lowering your risk of several diseases, including heart disease and cancer.

Chamomile has properties that may aid sleep and digestion, as well.

This article will discuss 5 potential health benefits of drinking chamomile tea.

1. May Improve Sleep Quality…

October 25 Daily Northern Hemisphere Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born.

From Moongiant.com

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is 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 an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm 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.

Visit the October 2021 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on October 25 has an illumination of 80%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On October 25 the Moon is 19.15 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 80%
Moon Age: 19.15 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 404,773.38 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 148,718,109.12 km

Useful Moon Resources

Astronomy Picture of the Day

Andromeda Galaxy

The most distant object that most folks can see with the unaided eye is also the closest major galaxy to our own Milky Way. Although the Andromeda Galaxy lies a mind-bending 2.5 million light-years from Earth, its trillion stars are enough to emit a strong glow across the vast reaches of space. Despite the wide gap, the Milky Way and Andromeda are on a collision course and predicted to begin merging in roughly 4.5 billion years. (You’ve been warned.)

The Andromeda Galaxy was once thought to be a nebula. Early in the development of modern astronomy, any diffuse, undefined celestial body was called a ‘nebula,’ including what we now know to be a neighboring galaxy. Our modern definition of nebula refers to galaxies-in-training that will coalesce over cosmic time into something less…nebulous.

25 October Daily Correspondence Digest for the Southern Hemisphere’s Moon Phase and Planetary Positions

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born.

From Moongiant.com

Today the Moon will be 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 an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm 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.

Visit the October 2021 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on October 25 has an illumination of 80%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On October 25 the Moon is 19.15 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 80%
Moon Age: 19.15 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 404,773.38 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 148,718,109.12 km

Useful Moon Resources

Southeastern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 

25 October 2021
05:00 am GMT 4:00 PM AEDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:02 Scorpio 00
Moon:22 Gemini 08
Mercury:13 Libra 42
Venus:18 Sagittarius 52
Mars:26 Libra 24
Jupiter:22 Aquarius 25
Saturn:07 Aquarius 03
Uranus:13 Taurus 14 Rx
Neptune:20 Pisces 47 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 24
True Lunar Node:01 Gemini 55
Mean Lunar Node:03 Gemini 07 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):10 Gemini 57
Chiron:09 Aries 43 Rx
Ceres:11 Gemini 17 Rx
Pallas:09 Pisces 41 Rx
Juno:23 Sagittarius 17
Vesta:18 Scorpio 00
Eris:24 Aries 09 Rx
Fire:4
Earth:2
Air:9
Water:4
Cardinal:5
Fixed:5
Mutable:9

Southwestern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America

25 October 2021
07:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:02 Scorpio 35
Moon:29 Gemini 01
Mercury:14 Libra 18
Venus:19 Sagittarius 28
Mars:26 Libra 47
Jupiter:22 Aquarius 26
Saturn:07 Aquarius 04
Uranus:13 Taurus 12 Rx
Neptune:20 Pisces 46 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 24
True Lunar Node:01 Gemini 57
Mean Lunar Node:03 Gemini 05 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):11 Gemini 01
Chiron:09 Aries 41 Rx
Ceres:11 Gemini 14 Rx
Pallas:09 Pisces 38 Rx
Juno:23 Sagittarius 28
Vesta:18 Scorpio 19
Eris:24 Aries 09 Rx
Fire:4
Earth:2
Air:9
Water:4
Cardinal:5
Fixed:5
Mutable:9

October 24 Daily Correspondence Digest for the Northern Hemisphere’s Moon Phase and Planetary Positions

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born.

From Moongiant.com

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is 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 an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm 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.

Visit the October 2021 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on October 24 has an illumination of 87%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On October 24 the Moon is 18.26 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 87%
Moon Age: 18.26 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 405,478.83 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 148,758,741.90 km

Useful Moon Resources

 

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

 

Northeastern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

24 October 2021
05:00 pm GMT 7:00 PM CET
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:01 Scorpio 30
Moon:16 Gemini 15
Mercury:13 Libra 13
Venus:18 Sagittarius 21
Mars:26 Libra 04
Jupiter:22 Aquarius 24
Saturn:07 Aquarius 02
Uranus:13 Taurus 15 Rx
Neptune:20 Pisces 47 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 24
True Lunar Node:01 Gemini 55
Mean Lunar Node:03 Gemini 09 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):10 Gemini 54
Chiron:09 Aries 44 Rx
Ceres:11 Gemini 21 Rx
Pallas:09 Pisces 44 Rx
Juno:23 Sagittarius 08
Vesta:17 Scorpio 45
Eris:24 Aries 10 Rx
Fire:4
Earth:2
Air:9
Water:4
Cardinal:5
Fixed:5
Mutable:9

Northwestern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Denver, Colorado, USA

October 24, 2021
10:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM MT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:01 Scorpio 42
Moon:18 Gemini 42
Mercury:13 Libra 25
Venus:18 Sagittarius 34
Mars:26 Libra 12
Jupiter:22 Aquarius 24
Saturn:07 Aquarius 02
Uranus:13 Taurus 14 Rx
Neptune:20 Pisces 47 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 24
True Lunar Node:01 Gemini 55
Mean Lunar Node:03 Gemini 08 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):10 Gemini 55
Chiron:09 Aries 43 Rx
Ceres:11 Gemini 19 Rx
Pallas:09 Pisces 43 Rx
Juno:23 Sagittarius 12
Vesta:17 Scorpio 51
Eris:24 Aries 10 Rx
Fire:4
Earth:2
Air:9
Water:4
Cardinal:5
Fixed:5
Mutable:9

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, October 24 to Saturday, October 30, 2021

Click here for Georgia Nicols’ Daily Horoscopes 

All Signs

The Sun is the energy source of the solar system, and likewise, it is also the energy source of the horoscope. When the Sun changes signs each month, it energizes a different part of our chart. This is why sometimes, we’re keen to do home improvements and redecorating projects, and at other times, we can barely sweep the kitchen floor. The Sun energizes everything — from jogging to taking a nap. Speaking of which, Yogi Berra said, “I usually take a two-hour nap from one to four.” And one time, when a bunch of naked people ran across the ballfield, he said, “I don’t know if they were men or women fans cuz they had bags over their heads.”

Aries (March 21-April 19)

You are high-energy, active and competitive. (You hate to lose.) Believe it or not, for the next four weeks, you will be even more high-energy and more passionate! (I kid you not.) This passion will apply to your sex drive as well as every aspect of your life. Issues will be more black and white. You will be “for” something or “against” it. You will have strong opinions that you insist on defending, especially anything related to shared property, shared ownership and shared responsibilities. You might dispute an inheritance or your fair share of something. The good news is you will also have a strong desire to be the best that you can be. This is great! You like to be the best that you can be.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

For the next four weeks, the Sun will be opposite your sign. (This occurs only once a year.) It will pose the question: How well are you doing at the art of living? (Especially since your birthday.) What were your goals for this year and how are they unfolding? Because the Sun is opposite your sign, you will have more focus on your partner or a close friend. You will also have more objectivity, which will help you see your style of relating to those who are closest to you because the Sun will cast “a light” on these relationships. This will help you see how you can improve your style of relating to others. Hey, this is a gift! Knowing how to relate to others is one of the most important skills in life.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This week as the Sun changes signs, it will make you want to be efficient, effective and productive in the following four weeks. You will set high standards for yourself, which will include other aspects of your life as well. For example, you might explore exercise, dance classes or an improved diet because you want to be healthier. (Excellent choices.) All of this is because you sense that this is the time to pull your act together. Many of you will also become more involved with a pet. Meanwhile, relations with partners and close friends will be cozy and supportive, which is a lovely influence. Enjoy fun times with loved ones.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Different parts of our chart describe different aspects of our lives. Some parts focus on career, some focus on home and family. But there is one part of our chart that represents fun, pleasure, romance, creativity and having a good time! And this is exactly where the Sun will shine for you for the next four weeks! It will give you the freedom to express yourself and be who you are. Amusing diversions, parties, sports events and social outings will be your first priority. You will feel lighter and happier! Romance will be more fun-loving. You might be more involved with children. It’s the perfect time for a vacation. Enjoy your good fortune!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This week as the Sun changes signs, it will draw your focus to home, family and your private life. You’ll be happy to cocoon at home and enjoy the privacy and comfort of familiar surroundings. You might be more involved with family, especially a parent. You will enjoy solitude and time by yourself. This increased focus on home and family will also trigger memories of the past for you. Because of this, the next four weeks are the perfect time to confide in another person, perhaps a professional counsellor or someone who can help you to do some self-evaluation. It will be a pleasant time with rich benefits.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

The pace of your days will accelerate in the next four weeks because the Sun is changing signs. Suddenly, you have things to do, places to go and people to see! You will be more involved with friends, neighbours, siblings and relatives. It will be an excellent time to take short trips and enjoy a busy schedule of appointments and errands. During this window of a faster, busier pace, you will read, write and study more than usual as well. In fact, the next four weeks are an excellent time to take up a new study or learn a new skill. You will also feel comfortable telling someone your views and ideas about something important.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

When the Sun changes signs this week, it will draw your attention to earnings, cash flow and financial matters for the next four weeks. You might look for a better paying job or ways to make money on the side. You will be more interested in your earnings and assets. You will have a stronger focus on your own possessions – maintaining them, cleaning them and storing them. Likewise, many of you will shop for beautiful things. When you buy beautiful things, it is not as frivolous as some might think because you are the one sign in the zodiac who is strongly affected by your immediate environment. Colours, smells, lighting and furnishings literally uplift you or vice versa.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This week the Sun enters your sign where it will stay for the next four weeks. This happens only once a year and when it occurs, it’s a blessing for you! The Sun is your source of energy. Therefore, this is now your chance to recharge your batteries for the rest of the year! Furthermore, the Sun will attract favourable situations to you as well as important people. Obviously, this means the next four weeks are a time of opportunity for you, so make the most of it! Meanwhile, Venus will attract money to you and encourage you to buy beautiful things for yourself and loved ones. Ka-ching!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

In the next four weeks, the Sun will be hiding in the wings as your personal year draws to an end, and before your new personal year is ready to begin. Therefore, this four-week interval is a bit like a time of limbo for you. It’s the perfect time to seek out some solitude so that you can reflect and think about where you have been and where you want to go. What do you want for yourself in your new year ahead? This is the perfect time to set some goals because goals give you focus, they define your direction, and they certainly make future decision-making easier. Think about this.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your popularity will increase in the next four weeks because you will be more interested in friends and more involved in groups, clubs and organizations. Because of this, it’s the best time of year for you to examine friendships and your relationships to groups to see what role they play in your life. There is no question that the people you hang out with influence your mind; and in turn, your mind is what makes the decisions that creates your future. (Think about this because what is true of your friends is also true of you, for the most part.) It’s important to establish who you really are and be yourself without fear or apology. This is the true freedom.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You’re entering a favourable four-week window where the Sun is at the top of your chart. (This is the only time all year this happens.) It symbolizes that the Sun is shining down on you and casting you in a spotlight that is flattering to you. What this means is that without doing anything special on your part, you will impress everyone, especially bosses, parents, VIPs and teachers! Since this is almost like a blessing from a “magic wand” – make the most of it! The next four weeks are the best time for you to make your pitch and do what you can to advance your agenda. Because people are impressed with you, they will be receptive to your ideas.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your desire to travel and explore more of the world will be very strong in the next four weeks. You will want to break free of routine and do something exciting! You want to learn more about your world. In fact, this is an excellent time to take a course or study at school. It’s also a wonderful time to explore writing and opportunities in medicine, the law, publishing and the media. Be open to making even the most trivial encounter a positive learning experience. Be ready to learn about exotic subjects that are metaphysical, religious or spiritual, perhaps mind-expanding explorations. Some might be involved with the law directly or indirectly. It’s an exciting time ahead!

24 October Daily Correspondence Digest for the Southern Hemisphere’s Moon Phase and Planetary Positions

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

Today the Moon will be 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 an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm 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.

Visit the October 2021 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on October 24 has an illumination of 87%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On October 24 the Moon is 18.26 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 87%
Moon Age: 18.26 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 405,478.83 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 148,758,741.90 km

Beltane of the Southern Hemisphere

Today, in the Pagan calendar, the north celebrate the coming of winter at Samhainn. And all the while the sun is peaking up from behind the lush vernal trees and dancing for us once more in the southern hemisphere, as we welcome Beltane on October 31st. Or as I like to refer to it Beltane of the underworld.

A pagan spiral formation in Faerie Glenn where everything is miniature and enchanted. Copyright Content Catnip 2010

Beltane is  the Gaelic seasonal festival historically held to mark the midpoint between the spring equinox & summer solstice (Là Bealltainn in Scottish Gaelic; Lá Bealtaine in Irish). Fire is the traditional means of marking this spring festival of optimism & return.

A famous Ossianic lament…

Click here to read more about Southern Hemisphere Beltane from ContentCatnip.com

Information About the Anglo-Saxon and Frisian Rune Sets

From The Rune Site – Anglo-Saxon and Frisian Runes

The Anglo-Saxon rune set was adapted early in the 6th century B.C.E. from a rune row known as the Frisian rune row. The Frisian runes were the result of a rapid change in the language in Frisia. With such a rapid change in the language more runes were eventually needed so the Elder Futhark was expanded by 4 symbols to bring the Frisian rune row to a total of twenty-eight rune staves. Later around the 7th century a twenty-ninth rune, Ear, was added to form the Anglo-Saxon rune set.

When the rune row was expanded a slight change was made to the order of the set. Ansuz, the fourth rune of the Elder Futhark, was replaced with a new rune, Os and Ansuz was renamed Aesc. While this may have been the only change to the shapes and names of some of the runes it was not the only change in rune order that we come across with this set (and its similar sets). In various manuscripts and on some carvings we see the runes in different orders. On a knife found in the Thames River in London we see the full rune row but in a different order. On the Thames River knife we still see that the fourth rune is Aesc, but the last eight runes are arranged differently leaving the rune Ear to be at the end of the rune order.

Most of the information for the order of the Anglo-Saxon and Frisian rune sets is known because of the Thames River knife, also known as the Thames scramasax, and the Vienna Codex. The Vienna Codex is an early 9th century Anglo-Saxon manuscript that does provide a complete version of the Anglo-Saxon rune row.

What is the Linestrider Tarot Deck?

From TarotX.net – For more information on the Linestrider Tarot Deck

I. Introduction and review Linestrider Tarot Deck

The Linestrider Tarot, illustrated by Siolo Thompson and released by Llewellyn Publications, is a 78-card deck of travelers between two worlds – whose lives span both worlds, ideas, mental states, or reality.

This deck of cards refers to that concept, combined with the traditional Rider-Waite Smith standard (RWS), creating delicate, minimal, and appealing cards. In folk, there is a margin that separates the visible world from the invisible world on many levels, and Linestriders are magical people who live those lives or gather knowledge from both sides of the line or the edge. Linestriders tour through the routes that separate ideas, discipline, mental state, world, and reality.

With the stable basis of the Rider Waite-Smith Tarot deck, the Linestrider Tarot both expands and reduces the look of the classic Pamela Coleman Smith deck. Human figures appear in only half of this deck while the rest are animals, fulfilling the roles commonly performed by humans in many standard RWS decks. With an unusual sensuality and sensitivity, artist Siolo Thompson described humans as mysterious and dreamy, and animals are wise and intelligent creatures.

This is a 78-card tradition-oriented Tarot deck, with 22 Major Arcana cards and 56 fully illustrated Minor Arcana cards. The Major cards remain the old title and the four Minor suits are Wands, Swords, Cups, and Pentacles. Court cards include Page, Knight, Queen, and King as usual.

The card size is 7 x 12 cm [2.8 x 4.7 inch] – the standard size of a regular Tarot deck. The deck weight is well-made and hand-fitted. The card is quite heavy-handed but flexible, has a smooth edge and a light shade. Linestrider Tarot deck has quite meticulous images, delicate and elegant colors. The work is a bizarre mix of minimalism in many respects such as watercolor, comic style, subtle pencil brush strokes; realism, and symbolism.

The image on the card has an open and blank background; close-up images seem to be simple with a layer of watercolor and pencil that create clever symbols that are consistent with the lower stimulus-center-space-threshold image.

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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.

2021 October 23

3D Bennu

Image Credit: NASAGSFCU. Arizona – Stereo Image Copyright: Patrick Vantuyne

Explanation: Put on your red/blue glasses and float next to asteroid 101955 Bennu. Shaped like a spinning toy top with boulders littering its rough surface, the tiny Solar System world is about one Empire State Building (less than 500 meters) across. Frames used to construct this 3D anaglyph were taken by PolyCam on the OSIRIS_REx spacecraft on December 3, 2018 from a distance of about 80 kilometers. With a sample from the asteroid’s rocky surface on board, OSIRIS_REx departed Bennu’s vicinity this May and is now enroute to planet Earth. The robotic spacecraft is scheduled to return the sample to Earth in September 2023.

October 23 Daily Correspondence Digest for the Daily and Today’s Birthday Horoscopes

Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

After 4 AM EDT today (1 AM PDT) there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Gemini.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

You will be unusually intense and passionate in the next four weeks. You will have a stronger than usual desire to improve yourself, and you might want to improve others as well! (Easy does it.) Needless to say, romance will flourish in a dizzying way.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

For the next four weeks, you will need more sleep because symbolically, the Sun will be the farthest away from your sign as it gets all year. (The Sun represents energy.) You will have the opportunity to improve your closest relationships because you will have more objectivity.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You will be keen to work hard and get better organized in the next four weeks. In fact, you will apply these high standards to every aspect of your life, which is why you will do whatever you can to improve your health as well. “It’s the new wrinkle free me!”

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Lucky you! For the next four weeks, you will view life in more playful terms. Vacations, the arts, sports events, fun activities with kids, socializing with friends and romantic tete-a-tetes will be tops on your menu. Your bottom line will be, “Let’s have fun!”

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Home and family are your primary focus for the next four weeks. Many will be involved more than usual with a parent. All of you will want to cocoon at home and focus on your private world. Nevertheless, Venus will encourage social outings and Mars will encourage communications with others.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

The pace of your days will accelerate in the next four weeks because suddenly you’re busy! Errands, appointments, short trips plus increased reading and writing are just some reasons you will be on the go! Many will work to improve the appearance of their home.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Expect to have an increased focus on money, cash flow and your possessions in the next four weeks. You might shop more than usual. You might look for ways to boost your income or make money on the side. You might also focus on improving or taking care of something that you own.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

For the next four weeks, the Sun will be in your sign. This happens only once a year and when it occurs it is your chance to recharge your batteries for the rest of the year. Important people and favourable circumstances will come your way. Lucky you!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your personal year is coming to an end; however, your new year will not begin until the Sun enters your sign, four weeks from now. Therefore, use this next window of time to look over your shoulder. How well are you doing at the art of living? How do you want next year to be different?

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You will be more popular and interactive with groups and friends in the next four weeks. You might even take on a leadership role. This same window of time is a good time to think of your long-term goals for the future. You are always aware of the long game.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

For the next four weeks, the Sun will be at high noon in your chart, something that can happen only once a year. This symbolizes a flattering spotlight shining on you, which means people will be impressed with you even if you don’t do anything special. Obviously, you can use this to your advantage!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Do something different in the next four weeks. Your desire for adventure, travel and stimulating experiences will be strong. Grab every opportunity to learn something new and meet people from different backgrounds. This is an exciting window to expand your horizons.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Film director Ang Lee (1954) shares your birthday today. You are a determined, focused, optimist. In many ways, you were born ahead of your time. You also have a subtle appreciation of aesthetics. This is a quieter, gentler year for you when your focus on your closest relationships will be more important. Trust your intuition. Be open to accepting the help of others.

Birthday Horoscope

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IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS OCTOBER 23, then you are a romantic at heart. You are a mysterious Scorpio, however. You tend to expect a certain level of loyalty from your friends and you have some idealistic notions about love.

If today is your birthday, you are also a distinctive person. In a relationship, you have a tendency to keep it private but demand a lot. Ironically, you’d make a great private investigator. People born today are known to have unmistakable gut instinct.

When it comes to you and your family, you guys are close. You love your siblings and find that you are not as close to your cousins. The October 23rd birthday personality is affectionate and spiritual. You practice meditation generally in your daily routine as a part of relaxation techniques.

Mostly, you could be vulnerable especially when you are sleep deprived. Those of you born on this day could be lazy when it comes to relationships. Perhaps, you should find a balance between the two.

The 23rd October birthday love compatibility predictions show that you are a hopeless romantic. You love to be seduced and to do the seducing.

Although you don’t particularly care for hanging all out in public, you like to touch in private. Loyalty is a must if you want to be in a relationship with this Scorpio birthday person. You just don’t like a lot of attention like other Scorpions.

As the 23 October birthday zodiac sign is Scorpio, you are likely to be very close to your family members especially when it comes to your siblings. You still enjoy playing around with them possibly having memories of when you were naughty children.

You may have better parenting skills because of your close upbringing. Some friendships can be compared to as extensions of the family as well. As a lover, you can be so very passionate and creative.

The October 23 birthday horoscope also predicts that you may have idealistic dreams and hopes but you know how to handle your paper. Money may not be the most important thing to you. It could be possible that you haven’t found your professional niche. Someone like you may be interested in the thrill of a certain position. If it tests your skills and knowledge or even, a gift of having certain power that you need to improve on, you will do it.

Career options for the 23 October birthday personality are many. You are suited for many occupations especially when it comes to legal affairs or law enforcement. It gives you pleasure and satisfaction knowing that you can turn a negative situation into a winning campaign.

As the October 23rd birthday astrology rightly says, you can be an individual who is bloodthirsty and possibly manipulative. These qualities could be your downfall or you can use them as a positive feature. Your reputation is at stake so make your decisions carefully. Whatever field you choose, you will likely go at it with a lot of determination and with a competitive spirit.

When it comes to your health, Scorpio, you lack the ambition to work out. You have a tendency to think that maintenance is not necessary because your overall health is in good condition. However, you could spruce up your tennis game. It’s a great outdoor activity and it could be fun with the right person or people.

In the meantime, meditation seems to be working for you as a sleep aid. Your eating habits can contribute to your sleep patterns as well. Be sure to take your vitamins every day to get the maximum effects from them.

You are a mysterious Scorpio if you were born on October 23. You keep your business to yourself but would make an awesome detective or police officer. You enjoyed your childhood with your brothers and sisters and still embrace them with so much love and tenderness.

The October 23 birthday meaning suggests that you are determined to succeed as you have a competitive trait as well. Generally, your health is up for a challenge so, you should find a work out tailored just for someone born today.

Famous People And Celebrities Born On October 23

Johnny Carson, Nancy Grace, Sanjay Gupta, Martin Luther King III, Miguel Jontel Pimentel, Frank Sutton, Weird Al Yankovic, Dwight Yoakam

See: Famous Celebrities Born On October 23

This Day That Year –October 23 In History

1814 – In England, the first time cosmetic surgery is performed.
1915 – In NYC, over 25,000 women march for the right to vote.
1957 – French designer, Christian Dior, suffers from heart attack and dies.
2010 – Katy Perry marries comedian Russell Brand in Northern India today.

October 23  Vrishchika Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
October 23 Chinese Zodiac PIG

October 23 Birthday Planet

Your ruling planets are Mars that symbolizes aggression, passion and action, and Venus that symbolizes relationships, love, finance, money, and pleasures.

October 23 Birthday Symbols

The Scales Is The Symbol For The Libra Zodiac Sign
The Scorpion Is The Symbol For The Scorpio Zodiac Sign

October 23 Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Hierophant. This card symbolizes knowledge, tradition, power, and maturity. The Minor Arcana cards are Five of Cups and Knight of Cups

October 23 Birthday Zodiac Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Aries: This couple will have a steady and long-lasting relationship.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign GeminiThis relationship will be volatile.

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October 23 Lucky Number

Number 6 – This is a number that speaks of good balance, firmness, justice, and grace.
Number 5 – This number signifies inquisitiveness that will take you on unknown travels.

Read about: Birthday Numerology

Lucky Colors For October 23 Birthday

Red: This color stands for love, action, energy, inspiration, and enthusiasm.
Green: This color symbolizes peace, nature, growth, nurturing and endurance.

Lucky Days For October 23 Birthday

Tuesday – The day of Mars that symbolizes the right day to get competitive and achieve your goals.
Wednesday – Planet Mercury‘s day that symbolizes excellent communication with everyone around you.

October 23 Birthstone Topaz

Topaz gemstone is said to bring good fortune, luck, and happiness. It is also said to increase attraction between couples.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On October 23rd

A photo album with good memories for the man and a leather briefcase for the woman.

October 23 Daily Correspondence Digest for the Northern Hemisphere’s Moon Phase and Planetary Positions

 

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born.

From Moongiant.com

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is 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 an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm 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.

Visit the October 2021 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on October 23 has an illumination of 93%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On October 23 the Moon is 17.37 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 93%
Moon Age: 17.37 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 405,220.97 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 148,799,614.84 km

Useful Moon Resources

October 22 Daily and Birthday Horoscopes

Daily Horoscope

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Moon Alert

Avoid shopping and important decisions after 4:15 PM EDT today (1:15 PM PDT). The Moon is in Taurus.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is an upbeat day! You feel confident and in particular, you might look for new ways to make money or new uses or applications for something that you already own because you’re in a resourceful frame of mind. Nevertheless, check the Moon Alert. Good time to party!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today the Moon is in your sign dancing with Jupiter and Pluto. Basically, this is a feel-good day for you. Nevertheless, be aware of the restrictions of the Moon Alert, which occur early in the day on the West Coast. Fortunately, this evening is a great time to socialize!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today you are best served by working behind the scenes or working alone. Nevertheless, after the Moon Alert begins, you will likely socialize with someone, especially a partner or close friend, because you will attract this energy to you.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This is an excellent day to enjoy the company of others, especially a female companion. You might discuss shared property, funding raising, charitable activities or what the mandate of a particular group is. However, postpone important decisions and shopping after the Moon Alert begins. (See above.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You are high viz. today. People notice you more than usual and they respect you. You might attract someone to you who has recommendations about how to improve your health or improve your job. Before you act, make note of when the Moon Alert occurs.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

It’s Friday and you want to do something different! You want some adventure in your world. You want life to sizzle! You might travel today or talk to people from other cultures. You might also have deep, profound discussions with someone. Check Moon Alert.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Until the Moon Alert occurs today (see above), this is an excellent day to make decisions about shared property, inheritances and anything you own jointly with someone else. After the Moon Alert begins, it will be a great time to socialize and enjoy fun activities with kids and sports.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Be prepared to go more than halfway when dealing with others today because compromise and cooperation will be your best options. Someone might influence your thinking or vice versa, you might influence theirs? Make no important decisions after the Moon Alert today.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Matters related to your work, your health or even your pet will be positive and encouraging today. Work-related travel might occur. You might also discover a way to improve your health through diet or exercise. Be aware of when the Moon Alert begins. (See above.) After that – par-tay!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is a lovely day full of all kinds of playful, creative opportunities. Enjoy interactions with all kinds of people. Grab every opportunity to express your artistic talents. Accept all invitations to socialize and enjoy entertaining diversions including the arts and playful times with kids.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Home and family will be your primary focus today. Stock the fridge because you might entertain at home or some kind of gathering might take place. People might stop by. It’s easy for you to attract others to you at this time because they admire you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Attitude is everything. (Likewise, motivation.) Today because you are in a positive frame of mind, likewise, you will attract others who are in a positive frame of mind to you. This means discussions with relatives, friends and neighbours will be enthusiastic and optimistic. You’re very convincing today!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson (1975) shares your birthday today. Your energy is strong and focused. When you choose to be, you are very convincing. You have an intelligent, analytical mind. This year is the first year in a nine-year cycle for you, which means you need to be bold and courageous and ready to open any door! It’s time to take action; to take the initiative and set goals.

Birthday Horoscope

Zodiac Sign Is Libra

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IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS ON OCTOBER 22, then you are a Libra who is analytical. You are able to express yourself very well. On the other hand, you are secretive when it comes to your intimate feelings and ideas.

You have the gift of gab and anyone can see this as you talk to everybody you meet. Typically, the October 22nd birthday personality are observant people who are wise beyond most people’s imagination.

Some say that you posses a quality that is intimidating. You have this way about you that people just do not understand. You may appear to be unapproachable but this is not true. Those with a 22 October zodiac birthday are just choosy about their friends or who they let into their personal lives.

This is wise, Libra, as everyone does not come with good intentions. At the same time, you don’t have the time for many associations as your work takes priority. It’s likely that you accomplish what you start out to do. You are perhaps competitive by nature and you don‘t like losing.

Since the October 22nd birthday zodiac sign is Libra, you may have some traits typically belonging to this zodiac sign. Having this dual personality, you may have trouble deciding what to do.

You might need to control your ego. In addition, you can be dominating or even manipulative. Sometimes, you find it pleasing just to do nothing and at other times, you can’t sit still.

If today is your birthday, you are unique, ingenious and reliable. These qualities will help you professionally. This Libra birthday people are usually fair and unbiased.

 

You have a tendency to weigh the pros and cons before making a compromise or a decision that affects more than one person. On the other hand, you can be infamously indecisive. Additionally, you try to avoid conflicts and drama.

The 22 October birthday horoscope predicts that you get a kick out of life and find that wisdom comes from experience. You understand how most things work and are generally a good judge of character as well.

The 22 October birthday personality are direct and honest people. These qualities are what your friends and family love about you. Additionally, you put your whole heart into a relationship whether it is business or personal.

This Libra in love is a happy one. Nonetheless, you are a beautiful person. You find that being coupled with someone brings you around a full circle. If you should find a partner who shares your ideas and goals, you will commit to that relationship without hesitation.

The October 22 birthday characteristics show you are dependable, faithful and devoted individuals. As a negative, those of you born today have a hard time breaking up. Often times, you will be a good friend. You’re loyal and full of life. It would be easy to say that you may have an active sex life.

The October 22nd birthday meanings show that you have a tendency to ward off individuals with the impression of not being so friendly. You don’t like people poking around in your business. However, you are a very warm and understanding individual.

In fact, you are independent but you like being partnered with somebody. It’s almost a need for the 22 October birthday person. You keep your feelings to yourself but you are an honest Libra. Generally, your birthday astrology predicts that you are idealistic but grounded people.

Famous People And Celebrities Born On October 22

Deepak Chopra, Robert Fuller, Annette Funicello, Jeff Goldblum, Valeria Golino, Curly Howard, Bobby Seale, Shaggy

See: Famous Celebrities Born On October 22

This Day That Year –October 22 In History

362 – An unexplained fire destroys the temple of Apollo at Daphne.
1879 – Thomas Edison refines the light bulb.
1970 – The infamous James Brown weds Ms. Deidre Jenkins today.
1994 – The founder of the Humanistic Psychology Movement, Rollo May dies.

October 22 Tula Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
October 22 Chinese Zodiac DOG

October 22 Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet is Venus that symbolizes feminine energy, love, music, and pleasures whereas Mars stands for your adventurous and rebellious nature.

October 22 Birthday Symbols

The Scales Is The Symbol For The Libra Sun Sign
The Scorpion Is The Symbol For The Scorpio Sun Sign

October 22 Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birth Day Tarot Card is The Fool. This card stands for an innocence that is spontaneous and free of all kinds of worry. The Minor Arcana cards are Four of Swords and Knight of Cups

October 22 Birthday Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign AquariusThis will be a marvelous match.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Virgo: This relationship is doomed to fail.

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October 22 Lucky Number

Number 5 – This number stands for new opportunities, adventure, curiosity, and resourcefulness.
Number 4 – This is a number that symbolizes wisdom, dependability, hard work and honesty.

Read about: Birthday Numerology

Lucky Colors For October 22 Birthday

Silver: This is a color that symbolizes mystery, perception, modern thinking and elegance.
Blue: This color symbolizes idealism, trust, faith, communication, and stability.

Lucky Days For October 22 Birthday

Sunday – This day ruled by the Sun signifies a day of renewal of your dreams, goals and future plans.
Friday – This day ruled by Venus signifies a day of pleasing yourself with doing what you like.

October 22 Birthstone Opal

Opal gemstone is a healing stone that can increase your energy and helps you become more stable mentally.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On October 22nd

An expensive Calvin Klein perfume for the man and a potted flower plant for the woman.

I am Sorry for the Lack of Usual Post

So, I got a refurbished laptop and within a month it had a major problem. It went into sleep mode and would not come out of it. Yesterday WISH online shopping finally sent me the label to send it back. I went last evening and got it started on it way back to WISH. Which left me with either my desktop computer, which I can only sit at for about an hour until my back pain is so bad I have to lay down, or my Kindle tablet which takes me twice as long to post through. My wonderful fiancée took me to Rent-A-Center where he had coupons for a nice reduction in price for a brand new laptop, which I am using now. When we got home with it last evening I could not get on to use it. So, I put it aside very frustrated but I must have done something right because I did not have to take it back to the store to be able to use my own account on it. But as I was having a horrible morning I did not pick this laptop up to try to get on to it again until about 15 minutes ago and now here we are.

Now I have to take this one back because the Delete key doesn’t work. I give up for today. Looks like I will only be doing the daily and birthday horoscopes later today.