Day: June 16, 2022

June 16, 2022 Daily Horoscopes Digest

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Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or making important decisions from 2:30 PM to 6 PM EDT today (11:30 AM to 3 PM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Capricorn into Aquarius.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Things are much cozier today. (Grumpy yesterday is gone.) While the Moon is in Capricorn, you are high viz. and people notice you, especially bosses, parents and VIPs. After it moves into Aquarius, (see Moon Alert), enjoy socializing with others!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today you are a seeker looking for answers, and maybe even the truth with a capitol T. (Who knows where one will discover the meaning of life?) Later in the day, do be aware that people notice you, especially people in authority.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Things are pretty mellow today. However, they begin with the Moon in one of your Money Houses; therefore, be aware of the restrictions of the Moon Alert. (See above.) Later in the day, things are easy-going, fun and exploratory. You will thrill to new ideas!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Be prepared to go more than halfway today, while the Moon is opposite your sign. However, after it moves into Aquarius (see Moon Alert above), you will wrap up money matters, especially related to banking and shared property.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

As this day begins, you are keen to work hard and be efficient because you want results for your efforts. Nevertheless, during the Moon Alert, efficiency will wane and possibly disappear. (Just enjoy yourself.) Later in the day, a heart-to-heart discussion with someone will please you. “I concur!”

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today begins with a playful vibe. (This is a much lighter day compared to yesterday.) A long lunch with a friend or a fun, social outing will delight. After the Moon Alert is over, you will roll up your sleeves and get busy. “Baby needs a new pair of shoes!”

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Home, family and your private life are your priority this morning. In fact, some of you might want to cocoon at home for a good part of this day. However, once the Moon Alert is over (see above) – you’re ready to party! Make plans for a fun evening.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today you’re eager to communicate your ideas because you have something to say. Be smart and be aware of the restrictions of the Moon Alert so that you do not agree to anything important or make an important appointment. Late in the day, home and privacy will appeal.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today you’re focused on moneymaking ideas, cash flow and perhaps shopping. If so, be aware of the restrictions of the Moon Alert (see above). Late in the day, when the Moon Alert is over, short trips, appointments and conversations with others will appeal. Busy you!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You have strong feelings about various issues today because the Moon is still in your sign. Always remember that for two days every month, when the Moon is in your sign, your luck improves! That’s the time to ask the universe for a favour. However, be aware of today’s Moon Alert. (See above.)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This is a nicer day compared to yesterday. People are happier and up for some fun back-and-forth, which suits you just fine. Enjoy fun times and schmoozing with others. Sports events and playful activities with kids will appeal. By evening, you want to hide. (Need your rest.)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

A happier day! You will enjoy talking to others. You will also appreciate your daily surroundings more than usual. Home repairs and family discussions might also be on the books. Take it easy. After the Moon Alert is over, reach out and socialize!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Anna Cathcart (1003) shares your birthday today. You are forever youthful, persuasive and imaginative. You are quick-witted, articulate and sometimes sharp tongued. At times, you are guarded and keep your distance from others. This year is the beginning of a fresh, new nine-year cycle for you, which means you must be courageous and ready to open any door!

June 16, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest

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 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 June 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on June 16 has an illumination of 94%. 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 June 16 the Moon is 17.12 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: 94%
Moon Age: 17.12 days
Moon Angle: 0.55
Moon Distance: 364,051.88 km
Sun Angle: 0.52
Sun Distance: 151,982,916.75 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

Spell for Today – Fertility

EGG WISH SPELL FOR FERTILITY

“On an egg whose shell is brown or pink,
Sign these signs in grass-green ink.
[a simple sun, a male symbol, an encircled equilateral cross, a female sign,
then an upside-down 5-pointed star]
Bury it deep in an earth-filled pot,
Let this stand where the sun is hot;
Sow on its surface seeds of grass,
Water them well while nine weeks pass
Gather the crop, bind it with thread
Let it hang always above your bed

 

SACHET FOR THE EXPECTANT WITCH

To be used in the bath or as a dream pillow to soothe away the discomforts of pregnancy.

1/2 tablespoon lemon balm 1 teaspoon lemon verbena 3 tablespoons lavender
2 tablespoons rose petals 1 teaspoon mugwort 7 drops of pure jasmine oil

Mix together all of the ingredients in your cauldron or a wooden bowl.

Cut a three-inch square piece of light blue cloth (a natural fiber always works best). Place some of the herbal mixture in the center and tie up the loose ends with some matching yarn. While doing this, visualize the discomforts being soothed away. When you’re ready, either toss it into a warm bath or hide it in the batting of your favorite pillow (or, if you want it to stay your favorite pillow for very long, put it in your pillowcase) and you’ve got a special dream pillow. Pleasant dreams!

June 16 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.

2022 June 16

Strawberry Supermoon from China

Image Credit & Copyright: Jeff Dai (TWAN)

Explanation: There are four Full Supermoons in 2022. Using the definition of a supermoon as a Full Moon near perigee, that is within at least 90% of its closest approach to Earth in a given orbit, the year’s Full Supermoon dates are May 16, June 14, July 13, and August 12. Full Moons near perigee really are the brightest and largest in planet Earth’s sky. But size and brightness differences between Full Moons are relatively small and an actual comparison with other Full Moons is difficult to make by eye alone. Two exposures are blended in this supermoon and sky view from June 14. That Full Moon was also known to northern hemisphere skygazers as the Strawberry moon. The consecutive short and long exposures allow familiar features on the fully sunlit lunar nearside to be seen in the same image as a faint lunar corona and an atmospheric cloudscape. They were captured in skies over Chongqing, China.

June 16 Today in History

Today’s Important Historical Events

1779 Spain declares war on Great Britain in support of France and the USA, starting the Great Siege of Gibraltar which goes on to last 3 years, 7 months and 2 weeks

1858 Abraham Lincoln says “A house divided against itself cannot stand” accepting Illinois Republican Party’s nomination for the Senate

1904 Bloomsday (date of events in James Joyce‘s novel “Ulysses”)

1963 Soviet space mission Vostok 6 is launched with Valentina Tereshkova onboard, who becomes the 1st woman in space

2000 Israel complies with UN Security Council Resolution 425 after 22 years, which calls on Israel to completely withdraw from Lebanon. Israel withdraws from all of Lebanon, except the disputed Sheba Farms

Today’s Historical Events

632 Origin of Persian [Yezdegird] Era

1487 Battle of Stoke, Nottinghamshire: Henry VII beats John de la Pole & Lord Lovell

1567 Mary, Queen of Scots, imprisoned in Lochleven Castle prison, Scotland

1624 Virginia becomes an English crown colony following the bankruptcy of the London Company

1673 Peace of Vossem: French King Louis XIV and Frederik Willem of Brandenburg

1745 British fleet occupies Cape Breton on St Lawrence River

1746 Battle at Piacenza: Austria & Sardinia beat Spanish and French army

1755 British capture Fort Beauséjour, expel Acadians

Today’s Historical Events in Film and TV

1960 “Psycho”, psychological horror film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, starring Janet Leigh, Anthony Perkins, and Vera Miles, opens in New York City

1961 Dave Garroway is fired as host of NBC’s “Today Show”

1966 Rowan & Martin host “The Dean Martin Show” Summer Series, on NBC-TV

1978 Film “Grease” opens, starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John, based on the 1971 musical

1978 Ringo Starr releases album “Bad Boy”

1980 Musical comedy film “The Blues Brothers”, starring Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi, and directed by John Landis, premieres in Chicago, Illinois

1983 Ringo Starr releases album “Old Wave” album in West Germany; soon after releases follow in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, the Netherlands, Mexico, and Brazil

Today’s Historical Events in Music

1902 “The Wizard of Oz” musical first opens in Chicago, Illinois

1958 “Flip Top Box” by Dicky Doo & The Don’ts hits #46

961 Soviet ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev defects to West at Le Bourget Airport in Paris

1967 50,000 attend first day of the Monterey International Pop Festival – beginning of the Summer of Love

1967 The first Montreux Jazz Festival is held in Switzerland, created by Claude Nobs [1]

1977 “Beatlemania” opens on Broadway

1979 Single “Logical Song” by Supertramp peaks at #6

1982 Columbia Records releases “Somewhere in the Stars”, the fourth studio album by Rosanne Cash; produced by husband Rodney Crowell, and featuring her father Johnny Cash on one track

Today’s Historical Events in Sports

1883 1st baseball “Ladies’ Day” (NY Gothams beat Cleveland Spiders 5-2)

1894 US National Championship Women’s Tennis, Philadelphia CC: Helen Hellwig beats defending champion Aline Terry 7-5, 3-6, 6-0, 3-6, 6-3

1899 Victor Trumper‘s 1st Test Cricket century 135* v England, Lord’s

1903 1st Highlander (Yankee) shut-out victory 1-0 over White Sox

1909 Jim Thorpe makes his pro baseball pitching debut for Rocky Mount (ECL) with 4-2 win, this will cause him to forfeit his Olympic gold medals

1917 49th Belmont: James Butwell aboard Hourless wins in 2:17.8

1929 Otto E. Funk, 62, ends marathon walk (NY to SF, 4165 miles in 183 days)

1932 Sutcliffe and Holmes make 555 opening cricket stand for Yorkshire v Essex

Pagan and Magickal Terms and Definitions

Today’s Words are

Ancestors

and

Ancestor Veneration

From moonlitpriestess.com

Spirits of deceased humans with whom you have strong bonds such as family members, friends, etc. Some traditions recognize only blood-relative ancestors, particularly on the subject of ancestral curses. Others recognize various other ancestors including the Mighty Dead.

AND

Also called “veneration of the dead,” refers to honoring and respecting the deceased. Specific methods of doing so and why differs between cultures, religions, families, etc. (see also Ancestors)