Month: May 2025
(One Person’s View Point) Moon Phases, Their Meanings, and How They Impact You C. 2019
Moon Phases, Their Meanings, and How They Impact You
The Moon represents powerful feminine energy. It signifies wisdom, intuition, birth, death, reincarnation, and a spiritual connection. The cycle of the Moon is similar to the cycle of a seed: the seed grows into a flower, then blooms, and then dies.
Once we are attuned to the Moon, we can activate her innate powers
The moon also represents our deepest personal needs. We can use the knowledge and energy of the Moon’s cycle to better connect to ourselves.
Each phase of the Moon’s cycle has a unique visual characteristic and spiritual meaning. Her cyclical course also signifies the rhythm of life within us.
Below is a quick guide to the different phases of the Moon and their meanings:
New Moon
The Moon is positioned between the Earth and Sun so it cannot be seen from Earth. This phase signifies new beginnings.
Waxing Crescent Moon
‘Waxing’ means the Moon’s illumination is growing and ‘Crescent’ means less than half of the Moon is illuminated. This phase signifies intention.
First Quarter Moon
Exactly half of the Moon is illuminated and the other half is shadowed. This phase signifies decision making.
Waxing Gibbous Moon
‘Waxing’ means the Moon’s illumination is growing and ‘Gibbous’ means more than half of the Moon is illuminated. This phase signifies refinement.
Full Moon
The Sun illuminates the entire moon. This phase signifies release and sealing of intention.
Waning Gibbous
‘Waning’ refers to the decreasing of the Moon’s illumination and ‘Gibbous’ means more than half of Moon illuminated. This phase signifies gratitude.
Third Quarter
Exactly half of the Moon is illuminated and the other half is shadowed. We will see the opposite side than the First Quarter Moon. This phase signifies forgiveness.
Waning Crescent
‘Waning’ refers to the shrinking of the Moon’s illumination and ‘Crescent’ means less than half of the Moon is illuminated. This phase signifies surrender.
New Moon
The Moon is positioned between the Earth and Sun so it cannot be seen from Earth. This phase signifies new beginnings, and the cycle begins again.
Attune To Her Glow
As the closest astronomical body to us, the Moon has a powerful influence on us as spiritual bodies. The Full Moon offers the most profound energies that we can absorb, while the New Moon is the next most powerful energy.
One way to connect to this energy and influence is to use the Moon’s energy to help set our intentions and clear negativity.
The Moon’s cycle is 29.5 days and it represents a full life-cycle. Each phase of the Moon has a different meaning and rhythm to the body.
Moon phases show us how the Moon affects the ebb and flow of our entire existence. Once we are attuned to the Moon, we can activate her innate powers.
Source: YogiApproved
(One Person’s View Point) What are Moon Phases? c.2012
What are Moon Phases?
Next time you’re outside checking out the sky and the Moon happens to be out, notice what shape it is. Does it look round and full? Or, more like a banana or even a lopsided ball? Throughout each month, the Moon appears to change shape while it appears in the sky at different times. These changes are something you can observe as they happen, and they may even surprise you. For example, many people think the Moon is only up at night. But, as you will find out, it can also be up during the day.
It’s Just a Phase It’s Going Through
What you are witnessing are the phases of the Moon. A lunar phase is simply the shape of the sunlit part of the Moon as seen from Earth. That shape changes for the following reasons:
the Moon orbits Earth;
both Earth and the Moon orbit the Sun;
the Moon’s orbit is the same length as the length of time it spins on its axis (about 28 Earth days), which means that we see the same part of the lunar surface all month;
the Sun illuminates both Earth and the Moon.
When you put these all together, it means that the changing positions of the Moon and Sun relative to Earth show us different phases of the Moon (that is, different sunlit parts of the lunar surface). This happens each month in the same cycle of phases.
Get to Know Your Lunar Phases
There are eight phases of the Moon that you can track each month.
New Moon: during New Moon, the side of the Moon facing us is not illuminated by the Sun. At this time, the Moon is not up at night, but it is up during the day. We just can’t see it.
Waxing Crescent: as the Moon waxes (grows) into its crescent phase, it begins to show up low in the sky right after sunset. Look for a silvery-looking crescent. The side facing the sunset direction will be lit up.
First Quarter: seven days after New Moon, the Moon is in first quarter. Only half of it is visible 1/2 of the moon is visible for the first half of the evening, and then it sets.
Waxing Gibbous: after First Quarter, the Moon appears to grow into a gibbous shape. You can see most of it, except for a shrinking sliver over the next seven nights. Look for the moon at this time during the afternoon, too.
Full Moon: During Full Moon the Sun lights up the entire surface of the Moon that faces Earth. It rises just as the Sun sets and disappears beneath the western horizon when the Sun rises the next morning. This is the brightest phase of the Moon and it washes out the nearby part of the sky, making it difficult to see stars and faint objects such as nebulae.
Waning Gibbous: after the glorious appearance of Full Moon, the lunar shape starts to wane — meaning “get smaller”. It’s visible later at night and into the early morning, and we see a steadily shrinking shape of the lunar surface that’s being lit up. When you do spot the Moon, the side that is lit up is facing toward the Sun, in this case, the sunrise direction. During this phase, look for the Moon during the day — it should be in the sky in the morning.
Last Quarter: at Last Quarter we see exactly half the sunlit surface of the Moon and it can be in the early morning and daytime sky.
Waning Crescent: the last phase of the moon before returning to New Moon is called Waning Crescent, and it is exactly what it says: a steadily-shrinking crescent phase. We can see only a small sliver from Earth. It’s visible in the early morning and by the end of the 28-day lunar cycle, it has vanished almost entirely. That brings us back to New Moon to start the new cycle.
Make Your Own Lunar Phases
You can demonstrate this to yourself by setting up a light in the center of the room. Take a white ball in your hand and stand a few feet away from the light. Next, turn yourself in a circle, as if you are the Moon spinning on its axis. Watch how the ball is illuminated as you turn.
Observing the Moon throughout a month is a great school project, as well as something you can do simply on your own (or with family and friends). Check it out this month!
Source: About.com
Carolyn Collins Petersen, Space/Astronomy Expert
Moon Phases
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(One Person’s View Point) A Little About Moon Phases
The Moon goes through four different phases every 29 days.
The full (Mother) Moon-this lasts from one night before until one night after the date the Full Moon is shown on a regular calendar. A full Moon is used to bring things to you. A good time for spells for your income to increase, protection for yourself, someone else or your home, etc. It is the best time to consecrate a Ritual tool, hold a Handfasting, marriage or Wiccaning.
Next comes the Waning Moon. This period lasts from the second night after the full Moon until one night before the New Moon. During this period, it is a time to send things away from you such as a build up of negativity around you or to charm an object to help you control a bad habit.
Then comes the New (Crone) Moon. This phase is from one night before until one night after the date the New Moon appears on a regular calendar. This is the time when being able to banish or send away bad habits, negative energy, do a house cleansing, etc.
Lastly is the Waxing Moon. This is a time of new beginnings and to bring good things to you. Use it to start a new project or job or getting to know someone better, etc. It is also a good time for a marriage or Handfasting. To charm an object to carry with you for protection or to do a house blessing, etc.
While I have only listed a very few things that work out better if done during the correct Moon phase. They are meant as a guideline to get you thinking about what else you may do during the correct phase.
Remember every time you do a spell or charm an object what energy you send out comes back to you three times as strong-The Law of Three.
Copyright 2011 Lady Beltane
May 26, 2025 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase
Source: nineplanets.org
The current moon phase for May 26th, 2025 is the Waning Crescent phase.
On this day, the moon is 28.71 days old and 1.04% illuminated with a tilt of -41.062°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 359,091.31 km and the moon sign is Taurus.
The Moon phase for May 26th, 2025 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).
In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.
The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.
The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.
Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.
Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Crescent
Moon age: 28.71 days
Moon illumination: 1.04%
Moon tilt: -41.062°
Moon angle: 0.55
Moon distance: 359,091.31 km
Moon sign: Taurus
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 Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Crescent phase. This phase is best viewed just before the sunrise in the western sky. In this phase the Moon’s illumination is growing smaller each day until the New Moon. During this part of the Moon cycle, the Moon is getting closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing the Earth with only a small edge of the Moon being illuminated. It can also be a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the edge where the illuminated portion meets the dark side, the craters and mountains cast long shadows making them easier to observe with a telescope or binoculars.
Visit the May 2025 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Crescent Phase
The on May 26 has an illumination of 0%. 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 May 26 the Moon is 29.05 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:
Illumination: 0%
Moon Age: 29.05 days
Moon Angle: 0.55
Moon Distance: 364,771.86 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,582,880.07 km
Illumination: 0%
Moon Age: 29.05 days
Moon Angle: 0.55
Moon Distance: 364,771.86 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,582,880.07 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
May 25, 2025 Daily Horoscopes
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Moon Alert
There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Taurus.
The Stars Rate Your Day
5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult
Aries (March 21-April 19)
**** Today you begin a new 30-year cycle, and you’re keen to make plans for your future. Quite literally, in the next seven years, you will reinvent yourself. Because you’re entering a new world, you might change your daily wardrobe. Who knows?
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
**** Today you have excellent moneymaking ideas, in part because you sense a shift and a change coming up for you. Get ready to give up people, places and possessions in the next few years, because it’s time to lighten up and let go of what is no longer relevant in your life.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
**** Today your ruler Mercury enters your sign to join the Sun and lucky Jupiter. This stimulates your mind in a serious, contemplative way. You can sense that it’s time to make plans for the future. In particular, you need to focus on how to work with others, while maintaining your individuality.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
**** Right now, things are low key. However, today is a signal that you’re entering your time of harvest, which occurs only once every 30 years. Expect increased responsibilities and respect from others. You’ve arrived!
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
***** Starting today, you enter a two-year window where you will try to accomplish as much as you can. Your life will run smoothly, and you will achieve more than you dreamed was possible. This is a time of preparation for bigger things to come.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
**** Your ability to communicate effectively with bosses and authority figures is tremendous now. People will listen to you, and instinctively, you will know what to say. Your feelings of survival and independence are strong. You mean business.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
**** Certain aspects of your life are coming to a culmination now. Take time to rest. Don’t push the river. Relationships will be challenging, but those that are meant to last will endure. Patience is the key to your peace of mind. Start to focus on external goals because now – you know who you are.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
**** You are entering a time of hard work because you’re determined to prove to the world what you can do. And you will do this, because who is more self-disciplined than you? Basically, in the next few years, your effectiveness as a human being will be tested. Respect your health.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
**** Some of you are entering a window of time where you will have increased responsibilities with children. Others might be asking the question (regardless of your age) – “What do I want to be when I grow up?” Patience, Grasshopper. Your future is unfolding as it should.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
**** You have strong family values. Starting today, you are entering a two-year window where you will work hard to secure your home base in order to make a safe refuge for yourself and others. Make plans. Tackle home repairs. Do what’s necessary.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
**** “For everything there is a season…” Starting today, you will begin to nurse plans that could involve a residential move, a job change, or both. The next few years are a time of flux and change, which will bring exciting new experiences. Job opportunities and your health will improve!
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
**** A new 30-year cycle is beginning, just as it last did in 1995. In the next few years, you will discover what is really important to you – what is it that you truly value? Be economical. Explore psychological, spiritual and moral values as well as practical materiality. So much to learn!
If Your Birthday Is Today
Actor, screenwriter Mike Myers (1963) shares your birthday today. You are empathetic, charismatic and determined. Justice and decency matter to you. This is your year to socialize and enjoy life! It’s time to nurture the happiness and beauty that you have within yourself. Let your guard down and loosen up a bit. Have fun but remember your goals.
Click here for Anyone’s Birthday or Daily or Monthly Horoscopes Source: thehoroscope.co
Aries (March 21-April 19)
You really are a fighter for justice this Sunday but perhaps you have not found the good moment because everyone else has other things on their minds.
And don’t rush into thinking they don’t care or are too selfish, this is the weekend still. Try to continue your battles but keep them on a low key, at least until the next week.
You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
The current disposition will make you quite nostalgic and you will prefer to dwell in your memories, even if you are missing out on what is happening this Sunday around you.
Perhaps you need to clarify some things you have been quite emotional about in the past and now having grown past them, you can approach them differently.
You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
You are valuing a relationship more than some sort of friendship and you are sure to make things obvious for everyone this Sunday.
This doesn’t necessarily mean that the trouble is over and you might still be forced to choose between the two at some point. Other than this, quite a relaxing day ahead and waiting for Monday.
You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Not necessarily a salary rise but something similar is on your mind and you will probably be spending this Sunday thinking of ways to make yourself remarked and put things in motion.
If it is that important for you, then you should do it, but make sure you also leave room to relax and also get a proper rest before next week.
You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
You are surrounded by special people this Sunday and although it will probably take you a while to realize it, finally when the thought kicks in, you will make the best of that.
Also, you are keen to try something new, perhaps something one of your friends has already tried and you really want not to be left behind because of that.
You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
This Sunday seems to bring a lot of creativity in your life and you will probably dwell between all sorts of thoughts, not necessarily ready to share them with others.
And as a misunderstood genius you will probably spend your day. Also, this is a good time for learning new things so try to get in touch with any new developments.
You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
It appears that although this is a Sunday, your mind is still at work and you are trying to establish good contacts even in informal settings.
And it seems that you will have plenty of options to do that as you will be quite sociable. And the more people you meet, the better you are going to feel in your own skin and the more charming.
You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
You are not really on the same wavelength with your partner as you seem to have diverging opinions on a matter that concerns you both.
Interesting how this will continue because it seems that none of the parts is willing to let go. The more you familiarize yourself with the potential directions for compromise, the easier it will be.
You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
You are trying to make things official in your relationship and to make a big step forward but at the same time, you still have a lot to think about.
Instead of acting all under impulse, perhaps you should take some kind of moment of isolation to really think of what you’re doing. You are after all the one who needs to decide.
You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
This Sunday seems to have brought quite a risky and excitement searching behavior in you and it wouldn’t be surprising if no one around could understand you anymore.
This also means that your expectations of what should and what shouldn’t happen in your life and that of those close, are trending quite high at the moment.
You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Surprisingly for your usual self, you are more concerned with what is going on with one of your friends than you are with yourself or how you are going to spend this Sunday.
But this selfless time won’t last for long. We can only hope that you will actually be able to make a real change in their life before this ends.
You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
You will have to close the ear you are putting down for gossip this Sunday if you don’t want to ruin your mood.
The more you want to do whatever comes into your mind, the more you have to ignore what the world is saying. Don’t try to fight it because this is not your battle to carry. You just need to find ways to make your time most aggregable.
You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.
Weekly Horoscope Sunday, May 25 to Saturday, May 31, 2025
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All Signs
Saturn takes about 30 years to go through all 12 signs, which means it stays in each sign for about 2 1/2 years. Saturn represents the way you experience the universe and the part of your life that’s being tested. Saturn has domain over the reality of your everyday world – the government, your ID, the bricks and mortar of your existence. However, Saturn is a great teacher! Between the ages of 28 and 31, Saturn returns to the same sign it was in when you were born. This is called our “Saturn return” and it is our final test before we become an adult. This is why people who are over 30 are different from people who are under 30. Testimony to the fact that youth is a gift — while age is a work of art.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
It’s eventful that Saturn is now in your sign! (The last time this happened was from 1996 until early 1999.) When Saturn is in your sign, it means you’re setting off on a new journey. In fact, this journey is so different, you might change your daily wardrobe. Although it’s a journey of about 30 years, in the first seven years, you will reinvent yourself, which means that by 2032, you will look back at this year, and be amazed at the difference! Saturn’s entry into your sign also means you have completed a three-year window during which you gave up people, places and possessions that were no longer relevant in your life. Shop for wardrobe goodies! Welcome to your new world!
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
At this time in your life, some things are ending. This is why you’re going through cupboards, closets, storage spaces, lockers and garages to get rid of what you no longer need. This will extend beyond downsizing possessions. Some of you will give up partnerships and friendships. Some will give up jobs. Some will even give up a country in the next few years. (It’s ironic that this is also the beginning of a time when your wealth is increasing.) Do not think of this as a time of loss. Instead, you’re streamlining your life of what you no longer need. You’re lightening up! The challenge is that you’re ending one cycle but not yet ready to begin a new one.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Soon lucky Jupiter will boost your assets and make you richer! Meanwhile, in the next two years, Saturn will help you to strengthen certain areas of your life so that you can withstand adversity in the future. Recognition from others, (particularly authority figures) will come to you. It’s appropriate to be patient and persevering. Your health will be strong. Pay attention to what others require from you, and what commitments you have made. Your true test is learning how to work with the demands of others, while at the same time, maintaining your own integrity. This is doable! After all, there’s two of you, right?
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
All your work from the last two decades is now ripening. For the next few years, you’re in your time of harvest. Where you prepared well – the results will be excellent, and you’ll be proud. Of course, there will be failures. Don’t dwell on these. Everyone has failures. Despite the fact that this will be a time of increased respect from others, along with prestige and status – do not lose sight of what is happening in your personal world. Family and friends are important, especially to someone like you who is a sensitive nester. Failure is hard; but success can be more dangerous. Know what is important to you.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Good news! Saturn is now in your fellow Fire sign giving you strong support – like the third leg on a three-legged stool. It will bring opportunities for achievement; as well as chances to strengthen areas of your life to withstand future challenges. Saturn will help you develop increased patience and perseverance; and your health will improve. Three years from now, you will enter your time of harvest, which means now is your time of preparation. Take courses, get extra training, enjoy new experiences through travel. Do what you can to get performance ready in three years from now when Saturn reaches the top of your chart. “Luck” is when opportunity meet preparation.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
In the next few years, you’ll have to come to terms with other people’s values. Nevertheless, somehow you have to learn to live with them and incorporate them constructively into your world, without destroying your own beliefs and integrity. Not easy. This is also a time when you will be thrown back on your own resources – forced to stand on your own 2 feet — because the resources of others might be cut off or reduced. For example, if you have left a long-term relationship, the practical and financial support of that relationship might be gone. Fear not, lucky Jupiter will bring you favour, friendships and great PR in the eyes of everyone.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Saturn was opposite your sign was from 1996 to early 1999. It’s here again, to challenge your closest relationships. Others might make demands you cannot handle. Even a good marriage will have to confront its flaws and make adjustments. Coworkers will make demands on you. If you look back, you’ll see that from 2010 to 2018, was when you virtually reinvented yourself in the eyes of others. More specifically, from 2015-18, job changes and residential moves might have occurred. But in the big picture, since 2010, you have reinvented yourself, your values, your job, where you live and recently, you’ve been busting your buns! Now it’s time to focus on your external goals.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Some of you can harken back to 1996-1998, which was a time of heavy responsibility and hard work. This window of effort (and production) has returned to test your effectiveness as a human being. Take care of yourself. Treat your body as a tool that needs to be well cared for. Conserve your energy for what must be done. This doesn’t mean you’re wearing a hair shirt and eating stale bread. Au contraire! You will be exposed to a broader world and your views on life will change. Travel, possibly to foreign countries, as well as opportunities in medicine, the law and higher education will be exciting. Get busy!
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Like Leo, Saturn in your fellow Fire sign will support you for the next two and half years. It will bring you opportunities for achievement. It will help you strengthen many areas of your life so that you can withstand adversity later. People in authority will help you. Your health will improve along with your patience and perseverance. (Not too shabby.) However, children might become an increased responsibility. You will also find that whatever you produce will be the result of hard work but you will have the discipline to get the results you want. Meanwhile, partnerships and relationships will receive the warmest blessings possible in over a decade. Sheer bounty!
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You have traditional values. Home and family mean everything to you. In the last two years, life was unsettling in terms of jobs and residential moves. In the next two years, it’s important that you secure your home base. This is because Saturn is travelling across the bottom of your chart, which is virtually the foundation of your world. Therefore, you need to repair and solidify your home so that you have the security you need to go forth in the world. Quite likely, things you’ve been putting up with will now demand your attention. Fortunately, in a timely fashion, you will be able to improve your job or get a better job – and improve your health as well! It’s all coming together.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Since 2020, your life has taken a new direction. Even if you don’t think so, in the next 2 1/2 years, you will change residences, or change jobs, or both. This is because since 2020, you have been on a new vector that involved reinventing yourself. The “New You” will be completed in about three years. However, in order to put the last “finishing touches” on your new self, you need to see the world with fresh eyes — the fresh eyes we have when we are on vacation in new cities and viewing new landscapes. This is why the milieu of your daily world will change. It’s your wake-up call! Meanwhile, in the year ahead, your health will improve along with your job. Lookin’ swell, kiddo!
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
In the last few years, you’ve been learning who you are on your own terms. In the next two years, you will learn what is really important to, i.e. what you really value. Not just material things, but psychological and spiritual — your core values. The bottom line is — what really matters in life? Ironically, this could be one reason why control over your physical possessions seems more tenuous. Be economical. Watch your pennies, and save what you can. Organize your finances because Jupiter will bring you bountiful opportunities for vacations, and fun social outings Meanwhile, your creative vibes will be off the charts! Opportunities for vacations, exciting diversions, social outings and joy from children will be thrilling and rewarding.
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Blessed be
May 25, 2025 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase
Source: nineplanets.org
The current moon phase for May 25th, 2025 is the Waning Crescent phase.
On this day, the moon is 27.67 days old and 5.25% illuminated with a tilt of -58.55°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 359,603.21 km and the moon sign is Taurus.
The Moon phase for May 25th, 2025 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).
In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.
The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.
The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.
Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.
Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Crescent
Moon age: 27.67 days
Moon illumination: 5.25%
Moon tilt: -58.55°
Moon angle: 0.55
Moon distance: 359,603.21 km
Moon sign: Taurus
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 Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Crescent phase. This phase is best viewed just before the sunrise in the western sky. In this phase the Moon’s illumination is growing smaller each day until the New Moon. During this part of the Moon cycle, the Moon is getting closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing the Earth with only a small edge of the Moon being illuminated. It can also be a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the edge where the illuminated portion meets the dark side, the craters and mountains cast long shadows making them easier to observe with a telescope or binoculars.
Today’s Waning Crescent Phase
The Waning Crescent on May 25 has an illumination of 3%. 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 May 25 the Moon is 27.89 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: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 3%
Moon Age: 27.89 days
Moon Angle: 0.55
Moon Distance: 363,484.26 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,556,749.32 km
Illumination: 3%
Moon Age: 27.89 days
Moon Angle: 0.55
Moon Distance: 363,484.26 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,556,749.32 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
In Memory of WOTC Founder Lady of the Abyss
I type this with tears flowing because I still think about our Lady Abyss everyday. I have her picture on my desk and ask her for guidance often with the website. I had very few people in my life that helped and guided me as a sister and friend as much as she did when I was lost after my mother crossed in 2015. Lady A has touched the hearts and minds of so many people both face to face and through WOTC. She would find time to reply to emails from people needing help or just to say hi to her.
Her and I had a running joke that she twisted my arm hard to come out of retirement and once again help people who want to learn about witchcraft, and/or attend an online coven gathering. She comes to me in my dreams and first kicks my ass for even thinking of throwing in the towel on WOTC than gives me a pep talk about all the people I have helped become a safe practicing witch.
I am thankful for all the years I got to know and love our Lady. I am trying to keep WOTC the kind of website she would be proud of. I might not have everything posted every day that she had but I am trying to do my best for her and all of you dear Sisters, Brothers, and Guests. Am I succeeding?
Please leave your thoughts and memories of Lady of the Abyss in the comments section below as we honor her crossing into the Summerlands 6 years ago.
Blessed be from Lady of the Abyss and myself.
In Honor Of Memorial Day, Thank You for Your Service and All Those Who Gave The Ultimate Sacrifice For Our Freedoms c. 2018
Dear Lord & Lady,
Today we honor our veterans,
worthy men and women
who gave their best
when they were called upon
to serve and protect their country.
We pray that you will bless them,
for their unselfish service
in the continual struggle
to preserve our freedoms, our safety,
and our country’s heritage, for all of us.
Bless them abundantly
for the hardships they faced,
for the sacrifices they made
for their many different contributions
to America’s victories
over tyranny and oppression.
We respect them, we thank them,
we honor them, we are proud of them,
and we pray that you will watch over
these special people
and bless them with peace and happiness.
In Your Almighty name we pray.
So Mote It Be
Source: Joanna Fuchs Association of the Miraculous Medal
Remembering All Service People and Animals Worldwide
From WOTC to all
…veterans – men, women, and animals – THANK YOU for your service whether you still walk among us or not for putting yourself in harm’s way so we can enjoy the freedoms we have!
…the family, friends, and other loved ones for the sacrifices you made or will make to support the path your family member, friend, and loved one choose to follow. Because of your sacrifice many countries in the world have many more freedoms than if your loved one and friend choose to stay safely at home.
Thank you to my grandson for his service. Thank you to my daughter, her other son, and their father for your sacrifices in having a love one who is serving
Our wish for you and your military person find peace, love, support to help them to come home again.
5 Handmade Memorial Day Items c.2012
By Lo Lankford
Memorial Day brings all kinds of relaxation and reflection, as many of us take the day off and sometimes even have a little BBQ fun. Get into the spirit with these five DIY tips that will have you decorating and dressing in style.
Planning a shindig? Want to make a little party picnic for the family? Look no further than this Memorial Day set of printables. On sale for $10 (for a limited time) from Anders Ruff, this pack includes 1 sheet of party logos, 1 sheet of drink wraps, 1 sheet of blank party labels and an 8″ circular banner. Party on!
Got a wee one joining in on the festivities? Why not dress her out in her USA best with this $20 Memorial Day elastic wrap skirt from Auroras Chic Boutique. This handmade “scrap skirt” (that you could easily make yourself) is “pinked” to prevent fraying and features both fabric and tulle.
Skirts not your thing but still want something cute for your little girl? Why not try your hand at making one of these DIY Memorial Day headbands from Connor KJ. For the craft lovers with less time on their hands, order this original design for only $5.
If it’s boy stuff you’re after, how about one of these DIY berry baskets for holding food, plants or anything your little imagination can think up! From the aptly named Cute Kids Food Box, the boxes come as a set of six for $12. Just like at the local farmers market, only upcycled to holiday perfection.
Into adorning your door? Try your hand at a DIY holiday wreath, like the Memorial Day one pictured here from Land G Designs. If you’d rather buy the real thing, 16″ wreath is $32 and was made from original vintage stock.
May 14, 205 Daily Horoscopes
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Moon Alert
Avoid shopping or important decisions from 7:30 AM to 2 PM EDT today (4:30 AM to 11 AM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Aries into Taurus.
The Stars Rate Your Day
5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult
Aries (March 21-April 19)
*** You will express yourself very powerfully to others today – no question. You will say what you mean and mean what you say. You might also have inventive moneymaking ideas. Conversely, something to do with your money, or your possessions, might catch you off guard. Be alert.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
**** Today the Moon moves into your sign, which can improve your luck; however, it can also make you more emotional. Meanwhile, today is full of surprises and impulses! You might also see a new income stream or way of making money. You might see new uses for something that you already own.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
**** This is a powerful day for you! Some kind of investigation or study might be happening today that provokes a desire in you to improve yourself. Or perhaps, you want to improve something in your surroundings? Go do that voodoo that you do so well.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
**** Your investigative powers will run deep today, which is why you can research and discover answers to old problems or solutions to situations from the past. A friend, perhaps a younger person, might surprise you today. Whatever happens could open new doorways for you.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
*** Expect a few surprises today, especially with bosses, authority figures and even the police. Something out of nowhere might catch you off guard. (“Busted!”) Meanwhile, someone powerful might influence you to change your future goals. A discussion with someone will be meaningful.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
**** Travel plans might be interrupted today — delayed or cancelled. Or possibly, you might have to travel when you didn’t expect to do so. Meanwhile, someone in authority might lay down the law today. Either they will express themselves – or you will do the same for them. (Oh yeah.)
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
*** Issues about politics, religion or racial matters are important today. This is why you might find yourself standing on a soap box expressing your views. (And you won’t sugarcoat things.) You want to make things better. Unexpected help might come your way.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
**** Discussions with partners, close friends and spouses will be interesting today. Someone might throw you a curveball. They might want more freedom in the relationship? Or they might want to redefine shared property or how to divide something? Stay on your toes.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
*** Do your best to hold your own in discussions with others today because you will attract powerful people to you. Meanwhile, interruptions, and even accidents that are work-related, or related to your health, might occur today. Pay attention to everything you say and do.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
**** Today you might see ways to improve your job, your health or how you deal with pets. You might feel that you’re ready to start over again to make things better. Meanwhile, parents should know this is an accident-prone day for your kids. Be vigilant.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
*** This is a powerful time for romantic relationships, as well as relationships with your kids. It’s also a powerful time for artists and anyone involved in a creative project because you will see new ways of doing things. Plus, you feel a sense of destiny about what you want to achieve.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
**** Pay attention to everything you say and do today because this is an accident-prone day for your sign. Definitely. Meanwhile, discussions with parents and family members will be intense and memorable. Someone might object to your plans.
If Your Birthday Is Today
Actress Kristen Scott Thomas (1960) shares your birthday today. You are thoughtful, legal, resourceful and inspirational to others. You love an intellectual challenge! This is a slower paced year. It’s okay to rest. Take time to rejuvenate your energy. Focus on business and personal relationships, especially with those who have your best interests at heart.
Click here for Anyone’s Birthday or Daily or Monthly Horoscopes Source: thehoroscope.co
Aries (March 21-April 19)
You are not really sending the best vibes to those around you. This is especially troublesome if you are doing all right and have no reasons to complain or anything to be bitter about.
Perhaps you should pay more attention to your own reactions and gestures in order not to send the wrong impression to other people.
You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
You are benefiting from a full capacity of concentration but not all natives are going to use it. And you don’t necessarily have to put this to use at an intellectual or working level.
You can simply deal with family matters or all sorts of activities while you are able to see every detail and get fully organized, which is exactly how you are this Saturday.
You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
You will have to clarify your own expectations from this Saturday and then also see what those around you have in mind.
You are focusing too much on wishes and really manage to let go of the tight grips with reality you have shown you have during the past week. You might be in for a rude awakening if you don’t take any measures.
You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
You may get the chance to participate in some kind of tradition or something that pertains to the habits of another family, either that we are talking about those dear to your partner or to one of your friends.
This will leave you a bit uncertain in regard to where your family stands but at the same time you will be happy to discover something new.
You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
You are waiting for some kind of confirmation that should come and relieve you from the worries you are experiencing in regard to something you did.
And this confirmation will take a while so you will have to find something to occupy your time with this Saturday. Perhaps spending time with your family is not such a bad idea.
You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
The current disposition is somehow prompting you towards isolation but this doesn’t mean that you will forget about all those around you.
On the contrary, you will probably be the most polite self-isolated person that has ever been. This would translate into you being available to jump to the rescue in case anyone asks.
You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
The current disposition seems to have blocked the acceleration pedal in the maximum position for your personal life so do expect some fulminant changes.
Some of this might be triggered by your own decisions while the rest will probably happen independently of you. For some natives, this might be the realization of an old dream.
You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
You are highly impacted by what is happening in the life of your significant other and at times, you would probably want to care less.
But it is how you are when you are truly in love and there is little to change. Perhaps you can be more open to them in regards to how much their actions are really affecting you.
You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
It appears that you will be spending this Saturday in the company of a person with a lot more experience than you and that you are ready to take on board everything that they have to share.
But perhaps you can do more than this and ask them to help you in regard to actual practical matters and for this you will need to prepare.
You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You may be expecting for some advancement in your life but if you don’t put a real effort on it, the news is that it won’t happen.
You are in quite a dreamy state this Saturday so perhaps this is why you are behaving the way you do. Try to wake up on your own before you are awoken by someone else or by the reality itself.
You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
This Saturday will be full of discussions, compromise and negotiation, either that you are still working or this happens in your personal life.
You will have to be quick, intuitive and also understanding. The more you adapt but still remain with a close eye on the long term expectations, the easier it is going to be for you to move things in the direction you want to move them.
You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
You are seeking entertainment and it happens that this Saturday, what you seek, you shall find. But remember that your attitude is coming back to you and that you should be grateful for what you are receiving, no matter how small it might seem at the moment.
Also a good time to be spending it in the company of the little ones in the family.
You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.
Welcome to WOTC! A Thought for Today
All of the tomorrow posts will be done later today. I overslept and we have to get on the road for Big Dawg’s job. Enjoy your Saturday everyone!
If you want to see information on any tradition of witchcraft, herbs, flowers, a Goddess or a God, or anything pertaining to any tradition of witchcraft, please put it in the comment section or email Lady Carla Beltane at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com. I will try to find some information to post about it.
May your and your family’s lives be filled with love, happiness, laughter, joy, and positive things!
Blessed be
A Little Humor for Your Day
I hope the rest of your and your family have a day and evening that is relaxing, filled with fun, laughter, and love. Always remember to take a little me time every day to recharge yourself!
Merry part until we merry meet again!
(One Person’s View Point) Cast the Circle
If you are just working on your own, meditating or doing a simple candle spell I don’t believe casting a circle is always necessary. If you regularly smudge and protect your house and have your own shielding in place I wouldn’t bother, but the choice is yours. If you are going to be raising energy, especially if there is a group of you then I would recommend casting a circle. If you are gathered together to celebrate a Sabbat especially then it’s nice to ‘put on the full works’ too. Casting a circle puts up a protective barrier around you, it not only keeps out any unwanted negative energy but it also keeps the energy you are raising safely inside the circle until you release it. Casting a circle does however create a place ‘between the worlds’ it is grounded in the physical but also gives you a connection to the spiritual. It can also be a very safe, secure place especially if you need a bit of a spiritual hug, casting a circle and just ‘being’ inside it can be very uplifting.
Some witches will invoke the elements before casting the circle, others will cast the circle first it’s another one of those personal choice things.
Two words you will often hear when people refer to rituals the first is deosil which means clockwise or sun wise and then widdershins which means anti clockwise. Basic rule of thumb is when you want to bring good energy or protection in you go deosil (clockwise) then when you want to dismiss something or banish negative energies you work widdershins (anticlockwise). The circle is cast deosil and the quarters are called deosil, always move around the circle in a deosil motion. The circle and quarters are thens usually released widdershins.
To cast a circle you can use an athame, a sword, a wand, a staff or… Click here to read the rest of this article Source: collectiveinkbooks.com
(One Person’s View) How to Cast a Circle and Why You Want To
Casting a circle is a foundational, powerful practice when it comes to ritual. It creates an energetic and psychic container – a safe, protected space – for magic and healing to take place. When you cast a circle, you are said to be in a space between worlds – void space, magic space, spiral space beyond linear time.
Why would you want to cast a circle? Casting a circle has many purposes. Keep scrolling to read and watch more.
CREATE INTENTIONAL SPACE
Part of casting a circle is about mindset. It allows us to shift out of the mundane world and into the sacred. As you get used to casting a circle, it will start to signal to your body and brain that you’re entering into a ritual space, and your energy will likely begin to shift automatically.
PSYCHIC PROTECTION
FOCUS THE ENERGY OF YOUR SPELL OR RITUAL
HOW TO CAST A CIRCLE
There are so many ways to cast a circle. It’s my belief that magical practice is always more powerful when it’s intuitive, so take what you’d like from what I share below and let your intuition guide you to the unique method that’s right for you.
However you choose to cast your circle, you’ll work with visualization and the four directions (which are associated with the four elements). Here is an example of how to cast a circle:
Center yourself with a few deep, grounding breaths.
Let your eyes close and start to call on the elements.
Starting in the East, with the element of Air, speak aloud to invite the energy of Air, of breath, of voice, of mind, to hold the circle.
Then turn your focus to the South, the element of Fire, and speak aloud to invite the energy of Fire, of transformation, of passion, of the sun, to hold the circle.
Turn your focus again to the West, the element of Water, and speak aloud to invite the energy of Water, of feeling, of surrender, of the ocean, to hold the circle with you.
Lastly, turn your focus to the North, to the element of Earth, and speak aloud to invite the energy of Earth, of holding, of soil, of forests, to hold the circle.
Feel the shift in your body and your space as the circle forms. Visualize a golden circle of light around you, supported by the powerful energy of each of the elements, holding a sacred and safe container for you.
When you feel ready, say out loud: “The circle is now cast.”
OTHER WAYS TO CAST A CIRCLE
I hope this supports you in casting circles of your own.
Click here to read the rest of this article Source: cassieuhl.com
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondences for Saturday
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Saturday Source: Ancient Pathway
Magickal Intentions:
Spirit Communications, Meditation, Psychic Attack or Defense, Locating Lost Things and Missing Persons, Building, Life, Doctrine, Protection, Knowledge, Authority, Limitations, Boundries, Time and Death
Incense:
Black Poppy Seed
Myrrh
Planet:
Saturn
Sign:
Capricorn
Aquarius
Angel:
Cassiel
Colors:
Black
Grey
Indigo
Herbs/Plants:
Myrrh
Moss
Hemlock
Wolfsbane
Coltsfoot
Nightshade
Fir
Stones:
Jet
Smokey Quartz
Amethyst
Black Onyx
Snowflake Obsidian
Lava
Pumice
Saturday is the sixth day of the work week. It’s officially the weekend. Some see it as one of the luckiest days for gambling. It’s one of those days where you can do what you need around your home and relax, as well. You can take care of a little business then, reap the rewards. It’s a really good day to do collect, courage, reap, gamble and exercise spells
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