Day: December 20, 2024
December 20, 2024 Daily Horoscopes
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Moon Alert
After 3 AM EST today, there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Virgo.
The Stars Rate Your Day
5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult
Aries (March 21-April 19)
*** Today you might have to put your emotional considerations and needs second to those of someone else. In other words, you might have to perform a service for someone or help them out. In your free time, you’ll appreciate a chance to get better organized and catch up on personal details.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
**** Your feelings are pretty obvious today. In fact, some of you are wearing your heart on your sleeve. This is why you will project yourself more forcefully, especially in romance. Be careful not to be so wrapped up in your own feelings that you forget to see what’s going on with someone else.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
*** Today you’re happy to retire to your home and relax among familiar surroundings if you can do this. You need a little downtime with good food and drink so that you can ponder profundity or watch daytime TV. You might notice how much your habits control your world.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
**** Today you have a strong need to speak up about something. You want to be heard by someone. You don’t want to get tied up in superficial conversations about the weather that are meaningless. Therefore, pick and choose who you decide to talk to. Find someone willing to listen.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
*** You might identify more than usual with your possessions today, which is why you won’t want to part with anything. (“My precious!”) For some reason, you might feel you have to defend yourself about something that doesn’t really matter.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
**** Today you have a heightened emotions along with increased self-awareness because the Moon is in your sign. You might also feel emotionally vulnerable. This is why you need some nurturing from others and yourself. Focus on your personal needs. Get some pampering. (Send out for dark chocolate.)
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
*** Even though you’re the most sociable sign in the zodiac, today you crave privacy and solitude. This is why you will try to withdraw from the craziness around you so that you can pull your act together. Look for ways to relax in a quiet environment. Take food.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
*** Today your emotional contact with your friends is important. You might want a discussion with a friend or a member of a group. You might also feel more protective and supportive to a friend. You might even feel jealous if that friend pays attention to someone else.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
*** The Moon is at the top of your chart today, which happens for 2 1/2 days every month. When it occurs, it can encourage scrutiny from others. You are noticed more than usual. In fact, some people will even know personal details about your private life. It is what it is.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
**** Today you have a strong urge to get away from all this. Travel or explore your own city. Basically, it’s important to do something different. Shake up your routine. This way you’ll feel stimulated by some tiny adventure!
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
*** Issues related to shared property, inheritances, banking matters, insurance situations and the like will be a focus for you today. This stuff can be boring and frequently involves forms and government speak. Do what you can to tie up some loose details.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
*** Be prepared to go more than halfway when dealing with others today. This is not a big deal. It simply requires a patient, cordial, friendly approach to others. If someone is speaking to you, by all means listen – politely.
If Your Birthday Is Today
Actor Jonah Hill (1983) shares your birthday today. You’re idealistic and fun-loving but also, careful. You strive to help others as well as yourself. This was a year of hard work and building. 2025 will be a time of exciting change and increased personal freedom. Seek out new opportunities and trust your intuition. Expect to travel.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
For some, a time of joy may have arrived, at least in their souls and it seems they are planning on keeping the good mood for longer than a few hours or a day.
You need to take advantage of this glorious moment, especially since you have a lot of liberty to express yourself and people around seem to actually listen to what you have to say,
You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Remember it’s all in the attitude, especially in the office this Friday, therefore you might find yourself in the situation to kind of fake it till you make it.
Of course I don’t recommend exaggerating what you can do and what you have done but there is place for you to show yourself in a better light and you should take advantage of this while the opportunity is open.
You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
If you are expecting some sort of promotion then rest assured that you are still going to wait for a while. Maybe you are just at the beginning of the road and you still got a few more things to learn in the place you are currently in.
You should instead be focusing on making the best impression you can and on trying to get involved in as many actions as possible.
You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
You are spreading a lot of energy wherever you are going today but this doesn’t necessarily mean that it will be helpful to you.
On the contrary, you might find yourself entering all kinds of social chit chats which will wear off any productivity you might have shown at the beginning of the day. You will then need a lot of focus to get through this Friday.
You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
It’s not going to be about watching your words but more like down to controlling your mimic this Friday as it seems you are quite sensible and quick to react to whatever is bothering you.
Therefore you will tend to show this dismay in all ways possible, even in situations where it might not be appropriate. At least at home you are surrounded by love and understanding.
You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
You are craving for understanding and for actually being listened to but most of the words you are producing today are actually in vain and you are not making any serious points.
Don’t go on the naive path and dramatize because this won’t help you either. Instead of that maybe focus on your health and on your general state.
You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
You are all of a sudden a lot warmer with some people you have kept quite a distance from lately and there will be a few raised eyebrows because of this.
At the same time, you will feel a lot better about yourself, more confident in your feelings and your ability to interact with people even in situations you found socially awkward till now.
You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Collaborations are going to be the only way through which you are going to actually see things moving so don’t be surprised if nothing seems to be on the right track on your own.
At the same time this is going to be a difficult day so don’t even think about the weekend. A lot of attention to detail will be required of you in different shapes.
You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
You need to resume yourself only to important communications today and try to send clear messages. It’s not like there is too much risk of you being misinterpreted but more like the risk of you appearing too bold or too demanding.
Therefore you need to avoid any complications and stick with the basics. You will have enough time the following week to elaborate on that.
You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
It’s not like you are literally pouring hatred in your circle of friends but your actions today are going to resemble this somehow.
Maybe you are dissatisfied with certain aspects or maybe you want to provide some sort of wake up call. But what you don’t probably understand is that it is not your place to do that and you shouldn’t meddle as much as you do.
You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Your passions are going to play a more important role today than even work itself but maybe this will help lead you to a better conclusion.
Maybe there are some changes which should be made in regards to career and occupying yourself with a hobby might provide the relaxed mind frame to tackle those dreaded thoughts once for all.
You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
For those natives who are passionate about travelling this is going to be an auspicious day with some chances for them to seal the deal to a holiday or at least some long distance work travel.
This is an ascending path for you and you need to make all efforts to remain on it, perhaps take more responsibility for what you are doing.
You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.
December 20 Birthday Horoscope Traits
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Joyful birthday wishes from Lady Carla Beltane with the WOTC Family and Friends!!
May the next year of your life bring you more love, laughter, joy, happiness, enough income to cover what you have to have along with a little leftover for fun! May it bring you everything you want if it is supposed to be and everything you need. May sorrow be unknown, and any negativity be minimal. May the wind always be at your back.
As a Sagittarius born on December 20th, you are sociable and direct and will not hesitate to ask things of people. You are very rational and guide yourself by a strict code of your own.
There will be moments in your life in which you will be more pessimistic but eventually, you will overcome this because you are very flexible. Prepare to read a comprehensive profile analysis in the following rows.
The zodiac sign for December 20 is Sagittarius.
Astrological symbol: Archer. The sign of the Archer influences people born between November 22 and December 21, when in tropical astrology the Sun is considered to be in Sagittarius. It refers the charisma, openness and ambition of these individuals.
The Sagittarius Constellation is one of the twelve constellations of the zodiac. It is quite small spread on an area of 867 square degrees. It covers visible latitudes between +55° and -90°. It lies between Scorpius to the West and Capricornus to the East and the brightest star in an asterism called Teapot.
In Greece it is named Toxotis while the Spanish call it Sagitario. However, the Latin origin of the Archer, the December 20 zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
Opposite sign: Gemini. This suggests practicality and talkativeness and shows that cooperation between the Gemini and Sagittarius sun signs is thought to be beneficial for both sides.
Modality: Mobile. This indicates the perfectionist nature of people born on December 20 and that they are evidence of timidity and clairvoyance.
Ruling house: The ninth house. This zodiac placement suggests change that comes from education, travel and new experiences. This says a lot about the interests of Sagittarians and their life perspectives.
Ruling body: Jupiter. This planetary ruler symbolizes anticipation and support and also reflects on directness. Jupiter is consistent with Zeus, the leader of the gods in Greek mythology.
Element: Fire. This element makes things heat up in association with air, boils water and models earth. Fire signs connected to the December 20 zodiac are gifted, eager and affectionate intellectuals.
Lucky day: Thursday. Sagittarius best identifies with the flow of the amicable Thursday while this is doubled by the connection between Thursday and its ruling by Jupiter.
Lucky numbers: 4, 9, 10, 19, 26.
Motto: “I seek!”
People born on December 20 are dignified and appear to be ready to tackle any kind of conversation on any subject. They show a great culture but also a lot of social intelligence and are able to get away with almost anything. At the same time they are very aspiring and tend to be persistent with those who they feel are not forceful enough. They enjoy finding themselves in mentorship like situations and have a lot to tell about being part in challenges and similar.
Positive traits: Enthusiastic and friendly, these natives know when to relax and when to work and this allows them to keep a good balance in their lives. Although they are perceived as ambitious and fierce, they are actually warm hearted deep inside and are quick to help others when their own buttons are being pushed right.
Negative traits: Boastful and overly optimistic at times, these natives risk getting stuck in endeavors that are way too big for them to handle. They have great expectations from those around them but at the same time they don’t really deliver what they promise. They need to learn that not everyone is at their service and that those who are, sure should be treated properly.
Love and Compatibility: Lovers born on December 20 are passionate and persistent. They are very pretentious lovers who know exactly what they are looking for. Unfortunately they are not very aware of where they could find that person so they prefer to focus on other aspects of life and expect love to happen. However their love happens notion includes knowing a person thoroughly before they even start dating. So their love is quite a calculated and cerebral love.
December 20 Zodiac people are very attached to the other two fire signs: Aries and Leo as they tend to share the same vision of life. In life, Sagittarius is in a constant search for someone with whom they can relax and have fun with and the one to offer them this is the native in Gemini. The lover in Sagittarius is thought to be least compatible with Scorpio. As for the rest of compatibilities between the other star signs and Sagittarius, you know what they say, stars predispose but people dispose.
Lucky Color: Purple is the color said to be representative for Sagittarius people born with December 20.
Purple, as a hue, combines peaceful and cool blue with fiery heated red in a mysterious hue. This zodiac color should be used for objects that are sitting in places where these natives spend most of their time.
People having purple as sign color are sensitive and compassionate persons that tend to initiate humanitarian projects to help others and also find their purpose in life. At times they can be very arrogant, but with good reason, as they are artistic, innovative and unique personalities and not all of their many friends see this.
Other colors indicated for Sagittarius are pink and blue.
Representative Birthstone: The attractive Turquoise is the representative Sagittarius birthstone for those born under the December 20.
Turquoise symbolizes achievement and glory. The zodiac birthstone could be used in accessories and jewelry items.
It is thought to open the channels of power, communication and wealth. Ancient Egyptians considered this a stone of life. Its name comes from the French expression Pierre tourques.
Another birthstone considered beneficial for Sagittarius natives is Quartz. It symbolizes purity and openness.
Characteristic Flower: The flower considered to be representative for Sagittarius natives with December 20 is Narcissus.
Narcissus suggests loyalty and trustworthiness. This zodiac flower could be used in gifts and accessories.
Narcissus is said to influence individuals to reveal their true intentions. This flower can be enjoyed during early spring time.
Other plants indicated for Sagittarius are Geranium and Ginger.
Symbolic Metal: The metal for Sagittarius natives born with the December 20 is Tin.
This is a metal that symbolizes wisdom and progress. This zodiac metal should be used in all kinds of jewelry items that are to be worn frequently.
Tin is said to influence emotions and instinctual reactions. This is called the metal of sages and scholars.
Another metal considered beneficial for Sagittarius natives is Silver.
Characteristics: December 20 Zodiac belongs to the third decan of SAGITTARIUS (December 13-December 21). This decan is strongly influenced by the Sun. This is representative for people who are ambitious and hard working just like Sagittarius and elegant but a little vain just like the Sun. This period tempers the positive and negative characteristics of the Sagittarius zodiac sign, slightly enhancing the negative ones.
December is the first winter month in the Northern Hemisphere, bringing the first snow of the year and the Christmas celebrations. Those born in December are humorous and sociable. December 20 Zodiac people are attractive but impatient. The symbols for December include Turquoise and Zircon as gemstones and Narcissus as a plant. The name of this month comes from the Latin “decem”.
What Statistics Say: December 20 is the 354th day of the year, or the 355th day in leap years, in the Gregorian Calendar and there are 11 days left until the end of the year. The twentieth day of winter, this is also the International Human Solidarity Day.
Famous people born on December 20 under the Sagittarius zodiac sign: Harvey Firestone, Irene Dunne, David Cook and JoJo.
If you were born on December 20, you are a firecracker! Nothing can slow you down! There’s a pep in your step and your to-do list is usually so long it can touch the floor. You love to be on the go and in a productive state of mind. While you’re likely to accomplish many things in your lifetime, you don’t want to become someone who life passes by! If you’re zipping around too quickly, you’ll miss all the wonderful things the world has to offer. Learn to walk a little slower, look up from your massive checklist, and enjoy the day.
December 20 Sagittarius at Their Best: Quick, successful, excitable
December 20 Sagittarius at Their Worst: Hasty, combative, irritable
What to Wear: What to Wear: Something bright, cheery and washable. You could be drooled upon at this friendly gathering.
What to Eat: Foods from around the world. Chicken tikka masala, Beijing duck and moussaka — all on the same plate!
Who to Invite: Everyone you can plausibly think of, plus some international men and women of mystery.
Where to Go: If guests can’t make it to a far-off destination, any out-of-the-way space that allows for large groups and raucous behavior will do!
DECEMBER 20 birthday horoscope predicts that you are the person everyone wants to be. This Sagittarius born today knows how to blend in according to the situation at hand. This quality could be closely related to your psychic abilities. You can be exceptionally successful. You always know in advance what will work for you and what won’t.
The December 20 birthday personality bring in the sunshine when they walk into a room. It’s hard being you, but nobody does it better. You’re a supportive and caring friend. These Sagittarius birthday people are fun-loving who want to live a youthful life. You may feel that laughter is one the keys to a healthier life.
As the December 20 zodiac sign is Sagittarius, you value traditions and have strong family connections. However, there are a few things that you would like to get rid of from your past like your nickname for instance. The name carries a certain image that you most certainly have overcome.
As an adult, you are appreciative of people who are earnest and respectful. You have grown to be an exceptional individual who is willing to make sacrifices for those you love. As a drawback, the people born on this zodiac birthday are impetuous. When you see an opportunity to show off, you do! You love an audience. The future of person who born on 20 December will always be promising.
The fact that you are sincere and outspoken could hurt someone’s feelings. However, you want to see the good in everybody. Your friends have high regard for you. The biggest form of flattery is imitation. If you look around, you’ll find that you have some fans.
The December 20 horoscope predicts that finding a lover has never been a problem for you. You are the romantic type who is perhaps idealistic. You’re emotional and somewhat uncertain about love. Generally, you look for someone who shares the same ideas as you regarding the important issues such as marital affairs and obligations. It’s not surprising that you would put your lover’s needs first.
As a December 20 birthday personality, likely you are genetically inclined to be a certain weight. You eat when and what you want. You hardly exercise, but you stay active. Could your attitude have anything to do with your health? Well, some experts agree that our thoughts are indeed related to how we feel. You believe you have the power to choose your emotions as well. You can either choose to be depressed or at least make a genuine effort to move on from the situation.
The December 20th astrology shows that you are career-minded. You want more than just a job. Every one of us has some degree of psychic ability. You have more than most. This is not a bad profession as the industry is as strong as ever. It could be profitable if only done part-time. Because you are intelligent and nosy, you may want to check out a career in travel or sales.
A combination of the two would make this December 20 Sagittarius a happy-being. However, you are a business-minded person who is not afraid of a challenge. You have a choice of careers. Sticking to one job is your weakness. Sacrificing is second nature to you. If it provides you with the right stimulation and freedom, the chances are good that you see it through.
The December 20 horoscope suggests that you are likely the talk of the town. You’re also the person who intimidates most people’s significant others. You’re too friendly sometimes for your good. However, your ability to transform yourself can quickly change someone’s mind about you and have them eating out your hands.
Once you have moved on from your past, you can have the relationship you so desire. Typically, this December 20 Sagittarius birthday person wants a mirroring partnership. Someone who shares your ideas and values will be the lucky one in your life. As your career progresses, you’ll find that money isn’t everything. It’s having a position in life that makes you feel appreciated and free.
See: Famous Celebrities Born On December 20
This Day That Year – December 20 In History
1975 – Joe Walsh made an incredible deal with the Eagles.
1983 – Yasser Arafat and 4,000 others abandon Lebanon.
1993 – Marla Maples and Donald Trump exchange wedding vows.
2011 – Female demonstrators stand against Cairo’s military police abuse of women.
December 20 Dhanu Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
December 20 Chinese Zodiac RAT
December 20 Birthday Planet
Your ruling planet is Jupiter that symbolizes your impulsiveness, morality, desire to help others and aspirations.
December 20 Birthday Symbols
The Archer Is The Symbol For The Sagittarius Sun Sign
December 20 Birthday Tarot Card
Your Birthday Tarot Card is Judgment. This card shows that you should listen to your inner calling and make judgments based on it. The Minor Arcana cards are Ten of Wands and Queen of Pentacles
December 20 Birthday Zodiac Compatibility
You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Leo: This relationship will be sexually stimulating.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Aquarius: This relationship will be impulsive and emotionally painful.
See Also:
December 20 Lucky Numbers
Number 2 – This number stands for peace, endurance, co-operation, and faithfulness.
Number 5 – This is a number that stands for intellect, curiosity, new experiences, and freedom.
Read about: Birthday Numerology
Lucky Colors For December 20 Birthday
Silver: This is a sophisticated color that symbolizes psychic powers, innocence, liberal thinking and industrious nature.
Purple: This is a calming color that symbolizes dreams, richness, magic, and wisdom.
Lucky Days For December 20 Birthday
Monday – This is the day of the Moon that helps you make decisions based on analysis of your feelings and emotions.
Thursday – This day ruled by Jupiter is symbolic of your generous personality and hardworking temperament.
December 20 Birthstone Turquoise
Turquoise gemstone promotes serenity, love, optimism and, self-esteem.
Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On December 20
A yearly subscription to a travel magazine for the man and a cookbook on World cuisine for the woman. The December 20 birthday horoscope foretells that your telepathic powers will help you in the long run.
Sun Ritual for Midsummer
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Sun Ritual for Midsummer
Midsummer is the time of the summer solstice, the Litha sabbat, and it’s the longest day of the year. Falling around June 21 in the northern hemisphere, and around December 21 below the equator, this is a time to celebrate the warmth and power of the sun. It’s a great time of year to get outside, enjoy the extra hours of daylight, and celebrate the season with family and friends. You can do this ritual as a group or adapt it to perform as a solitary practitioner.
You’ll need the following items:
- A larger candle to represent the sun
- An individual candle for each participant to hold
Also, be sure to decorate your altar with symbols of the season – solar symbols, fresh flowers, in-season summer produce and crops that you’ve harvested. You should do this ritual outside if at all possible, so you can take advantage of the sun’s light and energy.
If your tradition requires you to cast a circle, go ahead and do that first.
Take a moment to ground and center, and get yourself focused. Bask in the rays of the sun, feeling its warmth on your face, and welcoming its power into you.
The person who is leading the ritual – for ease of purpose, we’ll call that person the HPs – should stand at the altar.
HPs: We are here today to celebrate the power and energy of the sun. The sun is the source of warmth and light around the world. Today, at Litha, the summer solstice, we mark the longest day of the year. From Yule until this day, the sun has been moving ever closer to the earth. Flowers are blooming, crops are growing, and life has returned once more. Today we honor the gods and goddesses of the sun.
The HPs lights the sun candle on the altar.
HPs: The sun is the ultimate source of fire and light. Like all sources of light, the sun shines brightly and spreads around the world. Even as it gives its light and power to each of us, it is never diminished by the sharing of that energy. The sun passes over us each day, in the never-ending circle of light. Today, we share that light with each other, passing it around the circle, forming a ring of light.
Using the sun candle, the HPs lights her own candle, and turns to the next person in the circle. As she lights the next person’s candle, she says: May you be warmed and rejuvenated by the light of the sun.
The second person turns to the third, lighting their candle, and passing along the blessing. Continue until the last candle in the circle has been lit, returning back to the HPs.
Remember, this is a joyous celebration – feel free to include dancing, clapping, music or even a drum circle as you enjoy the power of the sun!
As each person in the group holds their lit candle, the HPs calls upon the gods and goddesses of the sun. Feel free to add or substitute different solar deities as your tradition or needs require.
HPs: Gods who bring us light, we honor you!
Hail, Ra, whose mighty chariot brings us light each morning!
Hail, Ra!
Hail, Apollo, who brings us the healing energies of the sun!
Hail, Apollo!
Hail, Saule, whose fertility blooms as the sun gains in strength!
Hail, Saule!
Hail, Helios, whose great steeds race the flames across the sky!
Hail, Helios!
Hail, Hestia, whose sacred flame lights our way in the darkness!
Hail, Hestia!
Hail, Sunna, who is sister of the moon, and bringer of light!
Hail, Sunna!
We call upon you today, thanking you for your blessings, accepting your gifts. We draw upon your strength, your energy, your healing light, and your life giving power!
Hail to you, mighty gods and goddesses of the sun!
Each member of the group should now place their candles on the altar, surrounding the sun candle.
HPS: The sun radiates out, never dying, never fading. The light and warmth of today will stay with us, even as the days begin to grow shorter, and the nights grow cold once more. Hail, gods of the sun!
Invite everyone to take in the warmth of the sun once more, and when you are done, end the ritual as you normally would.
Source: Patti Wigington,Paganism/Wicca Expert Article originally published on & owned by About.com
Litha Correspondences c.2018
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The Best Yule EVER!!
It a miserable or beautiful night, depending on your point of view, before Yule as the snow fell heavy and a howling wind could be heard, as it had been going on since noon. The animals were all sleeping in front of the empty fireplace which was waiting for the Yule log that might not be possible this year. The cat had even quit chasing the mouse.
Mom was in the kitchen putting her final loving touch on all that she had made for our Winter Solstice feast next day. Keeping an eye on the children through the archway.
Dad was in his recliner telling a tale or two about elves, unicorns, fairies and dragons. The kids listened closely as they all sip their tea and each had just one of their favorite cookie trying to stay awake on couches and pillows. The tea and dad’s stories were working their magick along with mom’s softly humming a magickal lullaby. They were finally falling asleep wherever they were in the family room.
When out on the lawn they heard a happy, loud sing in amongst the other many other familiar noises. They all jumped up and ran to the windows to see who was there. Even the twins Elliot and Asher who were almost 1 getting to celebrating their very first Yule. When what to their wandering, sleepy eyes should appear through the storm but their wildlife friends the bears and deers, wood nymphs, and gnomes trudging through the blizzard with their Yule log! The children rejoiced to see their friends and the all-important Yule log that helps to welcome the Oak King and bids the Holly King a good rest. Dad had said just that afternoon, “The storm is too ferocious to bring in the Yule log from the forest this year.
Triple Goddess and her Consorts had heard the children’s chant, ” Triple Goddess please bring us a Yule log to light the way for your son and consort the mighty Oak King as he is born and to bid the tired Holly King a good rest. It helps us bring the Sun back to shine more on Mother Earth.” This wasn’t really a chant or sung on key or even close to being a tune. But the Goddess and her Consorts had heard it being sung from their hearts with their parent’s inner children joining in. It was in answer to that chant that they had found a way to get it to them.
As all the friends came into the family room, yes even the deers and bears that had carried the Yule log from the forest to their door were welcomed inside for a drink and cookie. After the guests had been thanked for their help and everyone was done with their Yule snack all their friends slowly left to go to their homes or dens or wherever they lived the children could be heard shouting, “This is going to be the best Yule ever!!!”
Mom and dad tucked them in bed reminding them to thank the Triple Goddess, Oak and Holly King for answering their chant to get them their Yule log. As the children fell asleep their mom and dad decorated the big family room/kitchen with Pine, Holly, and Mistletoe than they laid Yule log just so in the fireplace to be lit when the awoke the children at midnight. They would be leaving their offerings of sweet wine, bread, pastries, and sweets to the retiring Holly King, the newborn Oak King, and the Triple Goddess on the front porch before they partook in the light feast that would sustain them until noon the next day when they would again put offerings from their meal out for the Goddess and newborn Oak King. Singing, dancing, a few games and presents would be exchanged than the best part of all dad telling them the story of the rebirth of the Oak King, the Holly King crossing the veil to be reborn at the Summer Solstice and how the Triple Goddess bids them farewell and welcomes them again as their time comes with the turn of the wheel of the year.
Mom and Dad put out an invitation to all their friends to return for the lighting of the Yule log they had brought that stormy winter night. As they went to their bed for a few hours’ sleep they could be heard echoing their children from a couple of hours ago, “Our thanks to the Triple Goddess and her Consorts the Oak and Holly King. Thanks to all our woodland friends especially the deer and bears who carried our Yule log to us, gnomes, and wood nymphs that helped to make THIS IS THE BEST YULE EVER!!!”
Thank you for your caring support through the good and bad times in my life this year as there were quite a few ups and downs. The best thing was Big Dwag and I getting married on June 21st. If you would like to attend our handfasting on June 22, 2024, via Skype please email me so you will include in the guest list. The worst thing was for her own comfort putting Dreamer into her eternal rest.
May you and yours have one of your best Yule’s ever this year. I wish you light and love as the wheel opf the year has turned full circle again!!
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Solitary Yule Ritual c.2015
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Solitary Yule Ritual
The altar is adorned with evergreens such as pine, rosemary, bay, juniper, and cedar, and the same can be laid to mark the Circle of Stones. Dried leaves can also be placed on the altar.
The Cauldron, resting on the altar on a heatproof surface (or placed before it its too large), should be filled with ignitable alcohol, or a red candle can be placed within it. At outdoor rites, lay a fire within the cauldron to be lit during ritual.
Arrange the altar, light the candles and incense, and cast the Circle of Stones.
Recite the Blessing Chant
Invoke the Goddess and God
Stand before the cauldron and gaze within it.
Say these or similar words:
I sorrow not, though the world is wrapped in sleep.
I sorrow not, though the icy winds blast.
I sorrow not, though the snow falls hard and deep.
I sorrow not; this too shall soon be past.
Ignite the Cauldron (or candle), using long matches or a taper. As the flames leap up say:
I light this fire in Your honor, Mother Goddess.
You have created life from death; warmth from cold;
The Sun lives once again; the time of light is waxing.
Welcome, ever-returning god of the Sun!
Hail, Mother of All!
Circle the altar and cauldron slowly, clockwise, watching the flames. Say the following chant for some time:
The wheel turns; the power burns.
Meditate upon the Sun, on the hidden energies lying dormant in winter, not only in the Earth but within ourselves. Think of birth not as the start of life but as its continuance. Welcome the return of the God.
After a time cease and stand once again before the altar and flaming cauldron. Say:
Great God of the Sun,
I welcome Your return.
May You shine brightly upon the Goddess;
May You shine brightly upon the Earth,
Scattering seeds and fertilizing the land.
All blessings upon You.
Reborn One of the Sun!
Works of magic if necessary, may follow
Celebrate the Simple Feast
The Circle is released
Source: Scott Cunningham
The Witches Correspondences for Yule c. 2015
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YULE CORRESPONDENCES
Other Names: Jul (“wheel”, Old Norse), Saturnalia(Rome ~December 17 & 18), Yuletide(Teutonic), Midwinter, Fionn’s Day, Alban Arthuan, Christmas (Christian~December 25), Xmas, Festival of Sol, Solar/Secular/Pagan New Year
Animals/Mythical beings: yule goat (nordic), reindeer stag, squirrels, yule cat, Sacred White Buffalo, Kallikantzaroi-ugly chaos monsters(greek), trolls, phoenix, yule elf, jule gnome, squirrels, wren/robin
Gemstones: cat’s eye, ruby, diamond, garnet, bloodstone
Incense/Oils: bayberry, cedar, ginger, cinnamon, pine, rosemary, frankincense, myrrh, nutmeg, wintergreen, saffron
Colors: gold, silver, red, green, white
Tools,Symbols, & Decorations: bayberry candles, evergreens, holly, mistletoe, poinsettia,mistletoe, lights, gifts, Yule log, Yule tree. spinning wheels, wreaths, bells, mother & child images
Goddesses: Great Mother, Befana (strega), Holda (teutonic), Isis(egyptian), Triple Goddess, Mary(christian), Tonazin(mexican), Lucina(roman), St. Lucy (swedish),Bona Dea (roman), Mother Earth, Eve(Hebrew), Ops(roman Holy Mother), the Snow Queen, Hertha (German), Frey (Norse)
Gods: Sun Child, Saturn(rome), Cronos (Greek), Horus/Ra(egyptian), Jesus(christian-gnostic), Mithras(persian), Balder(Norse), Santa Claus/Odin(teutonic), Holly King, Sol Invicta, Janus(God of Beginnings), Marduk (Babylonian)Old Man Winter
Essence: honor, rebirth, transformation, light out of darkness, creative inspiration, the mysteries, new life, regeneration, inner renewal, reflection/introspection
Dynamics/Meaning: death of the Holly (winter) King; reign of the Oak (summer) King), begin the ordeal of the Green Man, death & rebirth of the Sun God; night of greatest lunar imbalance; sun s rebirth; shortest day of year
Purpose: honor the Triple Goddess, welcome the Sun Child
Rituals/Magicks: personal renewal, world peace, honoring family & friends, Festival of light, meditation
Customs: lights, gift-exchanging, singing, feasting, resolutions, new fires kindled, strengthening family & friend bonds, generosity, yule log, hanging mistletoe, apple wassailing, burning candles, Yule tree decorating; kissing under mistletoe; needfire at dawn vigil; bell ringing/sleigh-bells; father yule
Foods: nuts, apple, pear, caraway cakes soaked with cider, pork, orange, hibiscus or ginger tea, roasted turkey, nuts, fruitcake, dried fruit, cookies, eggnog, mulled wine
Herbs: blessed thistle, evergreen, moss, oak, sage, bay, bayberry, cedar, pine, frankincense, ginger, holly, ivy, juniper, mistletoe, myrrh, pinecones, rosemary, chamomile, cinnamon, valerian, yarrow
Element: earth
Threshold: dawn
December 20, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemispheres
Source: MoonGiant.com
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.
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
Moon Phase
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon. 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.
Visit the December 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on December 20 has an illumination of 71%. 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 December 20 the Moon is 20.13 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.
Today’s Moon Sign: ♍ Virgo
The current zodiac moon sign is Virgo, positioned at 6.34° within the sign. The Moon entered Virgo on Dec 19, 8:02 PM and will shift into Libra on Dec 22, 1:41 PM. The zodiac moon sign represents the position of the Moon as it moves through the twelve signs of the zodiac. Each zodiac moon sign lasts about 2 to 2.5 days as the Moon travels through that part of the sky.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 71%
Moon Age: 20.13 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 398,754.78 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,161,983.21 km
Illumination: 71%
Moon Age: 20.13 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 398,754.78 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,161,983.21 km
21 December 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere
Source: nineplanets.org
The current moon phase for December 21st, 2024 is the Waning Gibbous phase.
On this day, the moon is 19.54 days old and 68.76% illuminated with a tilt of -28.527°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 397,299.81 km and the moon sign is Virgo.
The Moon phase for December 21st, 2024 is a Waning Gibbous phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon where the illumination of the moon decreases each day until it reaches 50% (the Last Quarter phase).
The waning (shrinking) gibbous Moon will rise after sunset in the east, transit the meridian after midnight, before setting after sunrise in the west.
During this phase, the illumination of the moon will go down from 99.% to 50.1%. Technically, the phase starts as soon as the Full Moon has passed, but it can be difficult to calculate and differentiate the first stage of a Waning Gibbous Moon from a Full Moon when 98-99% of the Moon’s surface is illuminated.
Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon age: 19.54 days
Moon illumination: 68.76%
Moon tilt: -28.527°
Moon angle: 0.5
Moon distance: 397,299.81 km
Moon sign: Virgo
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