Day: February 27, 2023

Spell for Today – Sprout a Spell

(YOU CAN COPY AND PASTE ANY SPELLS POSTED TO A DOCUMENT TO PRINT AND/OR SAVE ON YOUR COMPUTER)

Sprout a Spell

From freewitchspells.com

Nothing says “new beginnings” like planting a seed, so use the power of a growing plant to bring success to your own new moon projects.

You need:

A small flower pot

Soil

Seeds (anything will do)

Egg shells

A small piece of paper

Get everything together and write your intentions on the paper. Keep it to a word or two, but enough to represent what you want to accomplish during this new moon. Put a little soil in the flower pot, then place in the bit of paper (fold it up), and then crush some egg shells on top of that. Fill up the rest of the pot with soil.

Repeat the following:

I plant this seed when the moon is new,
Bring me success, I ask it true.

Keep repeating this as you plant your seeds, and give them a little water. After the ritual, keep the pot somewhere sunny and you should start seeing some success in your plans when the plant begins to sprout. Keep it healthy and thriving to keep the magick going.

28 February 2023 Southern Hemisphere’s 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 

Southeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America

28 February 2023
06:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Pisces 53
Moon:25 Gemini 40
Mercury:26 Aquarius 18
Venus:10 Aries 20
Mars:19 Gemini 01
Jupiter:11 Aries 49
Saturn:29 Aquarius 11
Uranus:15 Taurus 31
Neptune:24 Pisces 33
Pluto:29 Capricorn 29

True Lunar Node:05 Taurus 51 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:07 Taurus 06 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):05 Leo 44

Chiron:13 Aries 50
Ceres:04 Libra 45 Rx
Pallas:11 Cancer 11
Juno:23 Aries 53
Vesta:09 Aries 09

Eris:24 Aries 07

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

Southern Hemisphere

This local time is in Cape Town, South Africa

28 February 2023
01:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM SAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Pisces 40
Moon:23 Gemini 09
Mercury:25 Aquarius 57
Venus:10 Aries 05
Mars:18 Gemini 56
Jupiter:11 Aries 46
Saturn:29 Aquarius 10
Uranus:15 Taurus 31
Neptune:24 Pisces 32
Pluto:29 Capricorn 29

True Lunar Node:05 Taurus 52 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:07 Taurus 06 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):05 Leo 43

Chiron:13 Aries 49
Ceres:04 Libra 47 Rx
Pallas:11 Cancer 10
Juno:23 Aries 46
Vesta:09 Aries 03

Eris:24 Aries 07

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

Southwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

28 February 2023
04:00 am GMT 3:00 PM AEDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Pisces 17
Moon:18 Gemini 37
Mercury:25 Aquarius 20
Venus:09 Aries 37
Mars:18 Gemini 47
Jupiter:11 Aries 41
Saturn:29 Aquarius 07
Uranus:15 Taurus 30
Neptune:24 Pisces 31
Pluto:29 Capricorn 28

True Lunar Node:05 Taurus 52 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:07 Taurus 07 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):05 Leo 40

Chiron:13 Aries 48
Ceres:04 Libra 51 Rx
Pallas:11 Cancer 07
Juno:23 Aries 33
Vesta:08 Aries 53

Eris:24 Aries 07

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

A Laugh for Today

When my local barista handed me my change, one coin stood out. “Look at that. You rarely get one of these old wheat pennies nowadays,” I said, tapping the sheaf of-wheat design. I handed her the penny. Turning it over and over in her hand, she said, “You know, I always thought they were made of copper.” —Linda Neukrug

From Reader’s Digest

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Tuesday

Tuesday (Tiw’s-day)

Planet: Mars

Colors: Red and Autumn Shades

Crystals: Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet, Flint, Rhodonite, Iron and Steel

Aroma: Basil, Ginger, Black Pepper, Mars Oil, Dragon’s blood and patchouli

Herb: Basil

The day of Mars. This day could only ever symbolize the sheer power of the god of war! The ideal spells to be cast on this day are that of force, power war and protection.

Dedicated to the powers of the planet Mars, personified as Ares, Tiwaz, Tiw, and Tyr.

Magical aspects: controlled power, energy, and endurance, passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.

This is the proper day of the week to perform spells and rituals involving courage, physical strength, revenge, military honors, surgery, the breaking of negative spells, dynamic energy, matrimony, war, enemies, prison, hunting, politics, contests, protection, victory, and athletics.

Goddess Of The Day – Callisto

CALLISTO

 

Themes: Instinct; Protection; Flexibility

 

Symbols: A Bear; a Willow Branch; the Constellation Ursa Major

 

About Callisto:

Appearing sometimes as a she-bear guarding her cubs, the Greek goddess Callisto reinspires the natural instincts with which we have lost touch and illustrates the intensity of maternal love. Her other name is Helic, which means “to turn” or “willow branch”; she thus has the power to help with personal transformations. In mythology, Callisto became Ursa Major while pregnant with Zeus’s child. Artemis changed her into a bear, along with her son, who became Ursa Minor.

To Do Today:

In Korea, the festival of Chilsong-je begins at midnight with an offering of white rice and water to the seven stars (Ursa Major). This gift ensures Callisto’s assistance when needed throughout the coming months. If you can’t stay up till midnight, just leave the rice and water in a special spot before you go to bed.

From her celestial home, Callisto stands ready to protect us in the new year and provide us with adaptability as a coping mechanism. To encourage this, carry a silver or white stone bear, or a piece of dried willow wood. Bless this token, saying:

Callisto, release in me the power of flexibility.
Where’er I carry this little charm, keep me ever safe from harm.

If these tokens aren’t handy, you can substitute any white or silver item, or a hand-drawn picture of Ursa Major (the Big Dipper).

 

By Patricia Telesco

 

Witchcraft Symbols, Terms and Definitions

From thoughtcatalog.com

Celtic Shield Knot

A Celtic knot (also called Icovellavna) is an endless knot design that turns in on itself that originated with the Celtic people. When created in the shape of a shield, it is used as a symbol for protection used to ward off negative energy. These are often used as tattoos or jewelry designs that can be worn for protection.

Represents: the four elements.

Used in rituals for: protection.

Crystal, Gems, and Stones Meanings and Magickal Usage for Monday

From mycrystalaura.com.au

 Moonstone

Pearl

Aquamarine

Selenite

Flower Meaning, Symbolize, and Spiritual Meaning

Yellow Flower Meaning & Symbolism + Types & When to Give Them from uniguide.com

Yellow flower symbolism and meanings include joy, hope, optimism, good luck, inspiration, imagination, friendship, good fortune, and other positive traits. In this post, we’ll explore the symbolism and meaning of yellow flowers as well as the best occasions to give them.

Types of Flowers that Are Yellow

Before we go into detail on yellow flower meanings, I thought you might be interested in a list of some of the types of flowers that come in yellow or mainly yellow hues. Here they are:

Black-eyed Susan

Clematis

Cosmos

Chrysanthemum

Daisy

Daffodil

Dandelion

Forsythia

Freesia

Goldenrod

Iris

Jasmine

Magnolia

Marigold

Orchid

Poppy

Sunflower

Tickseed

Tulip

Yellow lily

Yellow rose

Zinnia

What do yellow flowers symbolize?

The color yellow has many positive associations. To begin, yellow is associated with the sun, which brings light, positive energy, and warmth to the world. While all plants get energy from the sun, yellow flowers in particular seem to embody its positive traits.

Here is a more detailed list of what yellow flowers symbolize:

Joy

Happiness

Optimism

Hope

Good luck

Good fortune

Wealth

Gut instincts

Ideas

Imagination

Inspiration

Friendship

Hope

Summer

Sunshine

One thing to note is that different yellow flowers have their own set of meanings. For more details on some of them, just click on the flower names with links listed above.

Yellow Flower Symbolism: Joy

Because yellow flowers symbolize joy, hope, and optimism, they make great gifts for people whose spirits you want to lift. In addition, they bring happy energy to gardens and indoor flowerpots.

Yellow Flower Meaning: Good Fortune

Yellow is also the color of gold. So, yellow flower symbolism also includes good fortune, wealth, and prosperity. For example, in some African cultures, yellow symbolizes affluence and status.1

Trusting Your Instincts

In addition to its association with gold and prosperity, yellow symbolizes the third chakra, or energy center, in the body. Called the solar plexus chakra, or Manipura in Sanskrit, the yellow chakra governs your gut instincts, courage, and willpower. In fact, in Japan, yellow symbolizes bravery.2

So, by association, yellow flowers symbolize courage, instincts, and willpower. Thus, they make great gifts for those who need a boost of confidence, are going through a challenging time, or are embarking on a new adventure. In the home or garden, yellow flowers are also positive symbols to remind you that you have more strength and power than you think you do!

In addition, yellow flowers and their essential oils can be used when you are working on opening or tuning up your solar plexus chakra.

Imagination and Bright Ideas

Yellow flower meaning also represents bright ideas – like a lightbulb moment – as well as inspiration, and imagination. In this way, they are associated with angel numbers 911 and 777 meaning, which both have similar associations. So, yellow flowers make great gifts for artists and for yourself to spark your creativity.

Finally, yellow flowers symbolize one of the greatest gifts in life, which is friendship. Any day of the week is the perfect time to show a friend you care and appreciate them being a part of your life.

February 27, 2023 Daily Horoscopes

Click here to read Georgia Nicols Daily Horoscopes

Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Gemini.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today you are energized, invigorated and mentally alert, which is an excellent way to begin your week! That’s why this is a wonderful day for those of you in sales, marketing, teaching, writing, editing and acting because you will express yourself clearly and with enthusiasm.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is an excellent day for business and commerce. Look for ways to boost your income or increase your financial activity, especially with clients, customers and contacts. You might also make money through a silent partnership or in a behind-the-scenes way.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You will be productive today, especially working with groups or organizations because the theme of your day is teamwork. You will be particularly successful dealing with creative, artistic people and organizations. In turn, they will definitely listen to you!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Even if you work alone or behind the scenes today, you will have an impact on others (especially a group) probably in a public way. This is why you will earn the respect of bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs – people in power. Remember Spiderman: “With great power comes great responsibility.”

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Your enthusiasm and leadership qualities will shine today. However, do be careful about acting too hastily. Get your facts and have a plan in mind so that you don’t do anything foolhardy. Explore travel opportunities as well as avenues in publishing, the media, medicine and the law. You rock!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Because your ambition is aroused today, you will accomplish a lot. (This is a powerful way to begin your week!) If you need the support of a group or another individual, be it practical or financial, you can count on it. In fact, ask for what you need because you will get it.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This is an excellent day to study, teach or give a class or a speech because you have the gift of the gab. You are mentally focused and eager to share what you know. Partners and close friends will be supportive. By working with others, you’ll accomplish a lot today.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Coworkers will be supportive today, which is why you in turn, will be productive, especially through teamwork and the cooperation of others. Work-related travel is likely. A joint bid for increased support or equipment will help you materialize exactly what you need. Fingers crossed!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Because the Moon is opposite your sign today, be ready to cooperate with others. (Patience is your best friend today.) This is why you will get a tremendous amount done working with others in sports, children’s activities, the entertainment world or the hospitality industry. Dig in!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You have dynamic, focused, mental energy today, which will help you work and be productive. (You’re PowerPoint on steroids!) Work with groups and cooperate with others to not only be productive in your job, but also to get a lot done at home as well. Corral family members to pitch in.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You have high energy and a sense of competition today, which will spur you in sports activities. Your enthusiasm can encourage others, especially siblings, relatives and daily contacts. In addition, you have moneymaking ideas, all of which combine to make you a triple threat.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Use your enthusiasm and high energy to make home improvements today. You will get the most done if you harness the energy of family members, friends and professional tradespeople. Because you’re charismatic and convincing, people will do your bidding. The help of others will help you accomplish a lot!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Kate Mara (1983) shares your birthday today. You are lovable and spontaneous. People admire you because you are confident and charismatic. This year is the last year of a nine-year cycle, which means it’s time to take inventory. It’s also time to let go of the people, places and things from the past that have held you back.

February 27, 2023 Moon Goddess Current Phase

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 First Quarter phase. This phase occurs roughly 7 days after the New Moon when the moon is one quarter of the way through its orbit around the earth. Exactly half the moon will be illuminated and half dark. On the day of the First Quarter phase the moon is high overhead at sunset and is visible until mid-night when it sets in the west. The First Quarter phase is a one-day event and in the following days enters a Waxing Gibbous phase becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon.

Visit the February 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s First Quarter Phase

The First Quarter on February 27 has an illumination of 52%. 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 February 27 the Moon is 7.53 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.

Phase Details

Phase: First Quarter
Illumination: 52%
Moon Age: 7.53 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 395,611.08 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 148,173,362.83 km

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.

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

February 27, 2023 Northern Hemisphere’s 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

Northwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Los Angeles, California, USA

February 27, 2023
11:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM PST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Pisces 05
Moon:16 Gemini 05
Mercury:24 Aquarius 59
Venus:09 Aries 22
Mars:18 Gemini 42
Jupiter:11 Aries 38
Saturn:29 Aquarius 06
Uranus:15 Taurus 30
Neptune:24 Pisces 31
Pluto:29 Capricorn 28

True Lunar Node:05 Taurus 53 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:07 Taurus 08 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):05 Leo 39

Chiron:13 Aries 48
Ceres:04 Libra 53 Rx
Pallas:11 Cancer 06
Juno:23 Aries 27
Vesta:08 Aries 47

Eris:24 Aries 07

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

Northern Hemisphere

This local time is in Chicago, Illinois, USA

February 27, 2023
09:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM CST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Pisces 00
Moon:15 Gemini 04
Mercury:24 Aquarius 51
Venus:09 Aries 16
Mars:18 Gemini 40
Jupiter:11 Aries 37
Saturn:29 Aquarius 05
Uranus:15 Taurus 30
Neptune:24 Pisces 31
Pluto:29 Capricorn 28

True Lunar Node:05 Taurus 53 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:07 Taurus 08 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):05 Leo 38

Chiron:13 Aries 47
Ceres:04 Libra 54 Rx
Pallas:11 Cancer 05
Juno:23 Aries 24
Vesta:08 Aries 45

Eris:24 Aries 07

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

Northeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

27 February 2023
02:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM CET
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:08 Pisces 42
Moon:11 Gemini 29
Mercury:24 Aquarius 22
Venus:08 Aries 54
Mars:18 Gemini 33
Jupiter:11 Aries 33
Saturn:29 Aquarius 03
Uranus:15 Taurus 29
Neptune:24 Pisces 30
Pluto:29 Capricorn 27

True Lunar Node:05 Taurus 53 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:07 Taurus 09 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):05 Leo 36

Chiron:13 Aries 47
Ceres:04 Libra 57 Rx
Pallas:11 Cancer 03
Juno:23 Aries 14
Vesta:08 Aries 37

Eris:24 Aries 07

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

A Thought for Today

I’m more of a skeptic of all religion but honestly given the way I feel

deep down inside Wicca is a much better fit  because At least under that system  the Pantheon above considers men and women equal, Gods and Goddesses.
As above, so below.
As in if in the heavens  the sexes are equal then down on the earth below they are as well
I’m- I have trouble  believing anything
I’m too scientifically educated to  believe anything too easily.
Even having seen success with Candle magick i’m like what if I didn’t burn what would have happened? I don’t know. There’s no control on those experiments.
So I can’t really be confident all I can tell you is I used the candles and something like what I wanted showed up.

From allpoetry.com