Author: Rev. Lady Carla Beltane

Merry meet Sisters, Brothers, and Honored Guests, I'm an ordained High Priestess walking my spiritual path as an Eclectic Witch for over 45 years. I'm also a wife, mother of 5, mother-in-law of 4 (although I treat them the same as those, I gave birth too) and grandmother of 10. I am a spirit mother and sister to many of my dearest friends and apprentices. My magickal companions are a Chihuahua, Star, 11-years-old and Miniature Pinscher, Cleo, 14-years-old. MY beloved husband is known as Big Dawg. We also another canine fur kid, Merlin, 11-years-old. We all live very happily in a small home in a small town in Illinois, USA. I enjoy helping witches find their spiritual and magickal path. More information for the novice or adept courses offered look under "WOTC's School of Witchcraft" on the main menu. Please email me at wotcladybeltane@gmail.com for further information about our novice or adept or private study with Lady Carla Beltane witchcraft courses. If you have questions or suggestions for posts please email me at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com I offer different types of readings, house, aura, and chakra cleansings, look for "Readings and Cleansings Done by Lady Beltane" in the main menu. Merry part and blessed be, Lady Carla Beltane

December 30, 2024 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The New Moon peaks in Capricorn at 5:27 PM EST (2:27 PM PST).

The Stars Rate Your Day

5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

Aries (March 21-April 19)

*** This is the second New Moon this year at the top of your chart, which means it’s the perfect day to think about the direction that you’re headed. Are you going where you want to go? Where do you want to be in two years? “Let’s get a plan, Stan.”

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

**** Give some thought to future travel plans that can enrich your world this year. Ideas? What about courses, or going back to school, or exploring further education or training to improve your job? A New Moon Day is the perfect day for resolutions.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

*** Today’s New Moon is the best time to think about how you can reduce your debt and better handle shared property. This is also an excellent time to think about how to deal with people when your values differ from theirs? Tricky!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

**** The New Moon today is opposite your sign, which is the perfect opportunity to think how to improve your closest relationships. Naturally, this means modifying your own behaviour or how you respond to the other person (because you can only change yourself).

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

*** You like to have fun! But when you work, you like to be efficient and get the most bang for your buck for your effort and planning. This is the perfect day to think how to improve how you work and also how you can improve your health.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

**** We all have to work to make our life function. But it’s important to balance work with play, or time to relax and explore creative projects. This balance is important. Today’s New Moon is the perfect day to think about this. How’s your balance?

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

*** What can you do to improve relations with family members or improve how you enjoy where you live. Your immediate surroundings affect you. Even a small change can make you appreciate a room more. Think about what you might do.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

**** We’re gregarious creatures. We need to talk to others and hear them as well. We need to see people and we need to be seen. Today’s New Moon is an excellent time to think about your style of communicating. Are you an effective communicator?

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

*** The New Moon today is in a part of your chart that relates to money, cash flow, earnings and your values. You might want to make some goals about how you handle your money or how you want to earn more money? You may also want to think about what you value. What is really important?

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

**** Today is about personal rebirth and self-reflection because the New Moon is in your sign. Think about your goals and your desires. Clarify your intentions and set some resolutions that you want for yourself in the coming year. Take three minutes to do this.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

*** Today you will enjoy some solitude and peace and quiet if you can manage this. It’s a good day also to think about what’s important to you – what really matters. In our busy world, we rarely take time to actually think about what’s important, unless we lose it.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

**** Today the New Moon is taking place in your House of Friendships, which means it’s an ideal time to think about your friends. Do you hang out with quality people? Do your friends care about your welfare? Why spend time with someone who does not have your best interests at heart?

If Your Birthday Is Today

Basketball legend Lebron James (1984) shares your birthday today. As a natural leader, you create order out of chaos. You’re organized and see how to make improvements. Exciting changes brought opportunities this year. Next year focus on service, especially to family. Take care of yourself because you are a resource. Time for a makeover?

Aries (March 21-April 19)

I have bad news for you this Monday. Your love life is not going to become the best overnight and you need to put some effort into it instead of complaining.

And to make matters worse it seems that the stars won’t really let you have it your way with some romantic plans you might have in mind, therefore you need to come up with a better idea.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Those natives who are working on a commission are going to see their stress levels increasing and work is going to become all of a sudden more competitive and full of adrenaline.

On the other hand, those natives standing comfortably in secure employment are going to show just how lazy they are and their fears and complications will be at a minimum.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

If you’re expecting any stormy beginning of the week then rest assured you won’t have it, even if you need it in order to motivate you and put you on your feet.

Therefore you need to work with what you have and that surely won’t be easy. You will find though that friends are more supportive than usual but it’s up to you how much you care about this.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

There are too many things you don’t like about what is going on around you and all of a sudden you seem to have taken upon you to be the voice of complaint, not only for yourself but for others too.

Maybe you should take a closer look to all those things you are complaining about, you might be surprised of your actually relaxed attitude in regards to most of them.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You feel the need to belong but the way you are expressing it surely doesn’t help you to fit in. Maybe you are knocking at the wrong door or maybe you are trying too much and this puts people off and tags you as desperate.

Don’t take some things as deadly serious as you are doing at the moment and accept that if something is not meant to be then it won’t be.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Starting this week you are keen to focus on work and not waste any time but maybe your colleagues don’t share the same work principles as.

This is no reason to get angry or to give up your own goals. Just focus on what you can accomplish on your own and be content with that. This is also the key to peace at home, especially with little ones.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Beware of taking too much satisfaction from temporary activities or of clinging too much to certain people. You need to respect some boundaries and perhaps be more attentive to yourself as well.

The purpose of the day is not to drive you away from people but rather to put you in the position to see things differently, from a more refrained perspective

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

If you are craving for your partner to offer you more stability then you might need to take a look at yourself first because you are not exactly the most secure and trustworthy person either.

On the other hand you might feel that what is missing from your life is a bit of fun and entertainment and you might go on a search for that as well.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Running from responsibilities, either at work or at home is going to be the sport of preference for you today.

Moreover, you are not very keen on committing to anything in the future either so any planning work that needs to be done with you this Monday will probably be doomed from the beginning. Some sentimental issues you might have confronted with are going to clear up today.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is all going to be a fight for welfare and attention this beginning of the week but also some thoughts on sharing space.

This is going to be particularly hard for those who are living with other people or with extended families. All of a sudden you re just not that willing to cope with everyone’s habits. A gentle reminder, it’s not only your nerves, it’s the whole situation.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You are becoming increasingly preoccupied by the things you surround yourself with, specifically, the amount of things you own and the difference between what you want and what you actually need.

Maybe you are craving a bit of simplicity in your life at the moment but don’t let yourself fooled by this because it might just be temporary.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This is going to be quite a revealing day as this Monday is quite set to open some doors for you. But do not confuse this with opportunity because it is not the case.

So beware of interpreting what is given to you in a different manner or make any choices based on that. This day is just there to offer you a taste of something you might have been missing lately.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

(Some of the) Famous Pacts with Demons

Famous Pacts with Demons

Robert Johnson – American Blues Musician – His shadowy life and early death at age 27 gave rise to the legend that he traded his soul to the devil for fame and fortune

Johann Faust – Fifteenth century alchemist, astrologer, and magician whose life became the focal character in the popular tale of Dr. Faust who entered into a pact with Mephistopheles, exchanging his soul for 24 years of service.

Urbain Grandier – A French Catholic priest who was burned at the stake for witchcraft in 1634.  One of the documents used in his trial was a pact between the devil and Grandier, written in Latin and covered in strange markings.  It was known as the  Pactum foederis Urbani Grandieri.

Additional Reading

If you enjoyed reading the Soul Contract & would like to know more about the writer:

R.J. Schwartz is an American Poet and Author.

His complete works on The Creative Exiles Website can be found here

The Gypsy Thread is a huge collection of his original work

Ralph also writes on HubPages

Spell for Tuesday – A Pet Blessing Spell

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A Pet Blessing Spell

Spoken – As needed, perhaps even on a regular basis to bless and protect your fur-babies. No materials are required however you may want to anoint your pets forehead with some protection oil, this is optional.

Dog Blessing

Hecate, Dark Mother
In protecting this home
In your place as is right
Stands one of your own
In defending this house
And all creatures within
Your sacred beast
A true loyal friend.
Keep him from harm
As he guards all he loves
And watch over him
So below, as above.

-or-

Blessing For Dogs

Diana, Goddess of the Wind
Keeper of dogs both fierce and mild
Hold (name of pet) safely in your arms
And protect this creature from all harm
And should the day come that he/she roams
Guide him/her to the path back home
Bless (name of pet) with a joyful life
Free of hardship, stress and strife

Blessing For Cats

Bast of beauty and of grace,
Protectress of the feline race,
Shield (name of pet) from all hurt and harm
And keep him/her always safe and warm
Watch over (name of pet) from day to day
And guide him/her home, if he/she should stray
And grant him/her much happiness
and a good life free of strife and stress.

-or-

Cat Blessing

O great Goddess Bast, I ask
That you keep (name) at home
Safe from all mischief
And wanting to roam
Grant the contentment
Known to his/her race.
See that he’s/she’s happy
In this his/her rightful place

One Way to Consecrate Magickal Tools

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One Way to Consecrate Magickal Tools

Any object you will be using on your altar during rituals or when doing spells should be an object used just for magickal workings. These objects become Magickal Tools after being consecrated to be used just for rituals.

To consecrate an object first cleanse it of all energy that it holds or is sticking to it from other people handling it.

After the objects are cleansed cast a sacred circle. Lay all items in a row on the surface you are using as an altar. Each item should be blessed and consecrated individually.

Call upon either the God and Goddess you feel the most comfortable working with or Hecate (Goddess of Witches, Home and Hearth, one name for the Triple Goddess) and the Horned God. The Horned Gods to aspects are the Oak King who reigns between the Summer and Winter Solstices or the Oak King who reigns between Winter and Summer Solstices.

While making the sign of the pentagram above each object a simple incantation will work such as:

I call upon ______ and ______ to bless and consecrate this _________

to be used to in any magick I work and/or ritual I perform.

I ask Spirit, Air, Water, Fire and Earth to bless and consecrate this _________

to be used in any magick and/or ritual I perform.

So mote it be.

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December 30, 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions for the Northern Hemisphere

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 New Moon phase. During this phase the Moon is too close to the sun in the sky to be visible. The moon rises and sets with the sun and is not present in the night sky. Because of this the night sky is darker and an excellent time to view other celestial objects. Like the Full Moon, a New Moon happens at a very specific time when the sun and moon have the same ecliptic longitude and it can be measured down to the second it occurs.

Visit the December 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s New Moon Phase

The New Moon on December 30 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 December 30 the Moon is 29.29 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: ♑ Capricorn

The current zodiac moon sign is Capricorn, positioned at 4.85° within the sign. The Moon entered Capricorn on Dec 29, 11:15 PM and will shift into Aquarius on Jan 1, 12:07 AM. 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: New Moon
Illumination: 0%
Moon Age: 29.29 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 388,363.96 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,100,975.38 km

31 December 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions for the Southern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for December 31st, 2024 is the Waxing Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 0.28 days old and 0.16% illuminated with a tilt of 170.068°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 384,312.91 km and the moon sign is Capricorn.

The Moon phase for December 31st, 2024 is a Waxing Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon started to become visible again after the New Moon.

In this part of the moon cycle, the Moon is moving away from the Sun and is becoming more and more illuminated by sunlight. In this phase, the moon will go from 0.1% to 49.9% illuminated before reaching the First Quarter phase.

In the Waxing Crescent phase the moon rises before noon in the east, transits the meridian before sunset, before setting in the west before midnight.

The Waxing Crescent 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. The moon is close to the Sun in the sky and the right edge will become brighter as it approaches 50% illumination and the First Quarter phase

Fun fact: although only a small part of the Moon is illuminated in the Waxing Crescent phase, you can still sometimes see the rest of moon as faintly visible. This is known as “earthshine” or Da Vinci glow and is a result of sunlight being reflected off the Earth and back to the Moon.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Crescent

Moon age: 0.28 days

Moon illumination: 0.16%

Moon tilt: 170.068°

Moon angle: 0.52

Moon distance: 384,312.91 km

Moon sign: Capricorn

Adding Magic to Your Daily Routine Spell 6 of 6

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The Beautiful and Charismatic Me Spell

Of course, you know you are beautiful, don’t you? You can feel your inner beauty radiating outward, lighting up your face, making your skin glow, and creating that irrepressible twinkle in your eyes.

Just to make sure, say these words to yourself when checking the mirror,

“I am so beautiful, this I know,
And I will shine wherever I go.
I praise myself because I am lovely,
I love myself because I am worthy.
As I speak, so must it be”

These words also incorporate the magickal and effective Switchword, ‘Praise’. Don’t worry about being embarrassed at being the focus of this spell. The aim is for you to be confident. Once you’ve said the words, you can forget them for the rest of the day. The spell is working.

December 29, 2024 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

Avoid shopping and important decisions from 6 PM to 11:55 PM EST today (3 PM to 8:55 PM PST). After that, the Moon moves from Sagittarius into Capricorn

The Stars Rate Your Day

5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

Aries (March 21-April 19)

*** Travel plans might be pie-in-the-sky today; nevertheless, relations with friends, especially artistic types, are warm and affectionate. Meanwhile, you might have less energy to deal with your kids or social situations. It’s like the wind has gone out of your sails. Take it easy.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

** Decisions about finances, especially if they include parents or authority figures, will likely favour you today. In turn, you might feel sorry for someone and want to be generous to them. This might also be connected to the fact you feel less energy to devote to home and family. Feels like you’re walking in quicksand.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

*** Travel plans look promising. You might also be interested in someone who is different or unusual. Be careful in agreeing to anything or volunteering for anything because relations with authority figures are subject to confusion – even manipulation. (“I didn’t sign up for this.”)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

** Issues regarding religion or the law might be confusing today. You’re not sure who to believe. Fortunately, someone might give you money they owe you or do a favour for you. This is timely because your energy to work in order to earn money is low right now.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

*** Don’t worry if you feel tired and not up to the task. You might need naps or opportunities to stop working because Mars is retrograde in your sign. It feels like something is dragging you down. Romance might disappoint today. Tread carefully. Ironically, partnerships are sweet and supportive.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

** When dealing with partners and close friends today, if you feel disappointed – ask yourself if you expressed your expectations ahead of time? (People can’t read your mind.) Unexpressed expectations generally lead to disappointment. Fortunately, coworkers are supportive today – even friendly.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

** You might feel emotionally confused today. You might even have trouble distinguishing between reality and illusion! Make sure that others are reliable and that no one is trying to call a fast one on you. Make an effort to stay grounded and be cautious.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

** This is a poor day to make important financial decisions because you might not have the correct information; in fact, someone might deceive you either intentionally or by accident. (Don’t go overboard buying luxuries.) Fortunately, relations with family members are warm and supportive.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

*** Today is ripe for emotional confusion, which will lead to misunderstandings or misconceptions. For starters, your sensitivity to everything is heightened. This can lead to mood swings. Fortunately, everyday conversations are charming, especially with siblings and relatives.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

** Feelings of escapism might make you want to run away and hide somewhere. (Take good food and drink.) Others might feel a heightened intuition and spiritual awareness in a vague, idealistic way. That’s because there’s an element of confusion present today. Sit tight.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

*** Be extra clear to avoid misunderstandings when talking to friends and members of groups today. Even though you feel warm and connected to someone; ironically, communications could go south in a New York minute. Choose your words carefully. Leave no room for misinterpretation.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

** When dealing with bosses, parents and authority figures today (including the police) be extra clear in all your communications. Make sure you know what they expect from you. Make sure you that they understand you. This is because there is lots of room for confusion today! Meanwhile, someone from behind the scenes might help you. Go figure.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Ted Danson (1947) shares your birthday today. You’re charming and likable because you have excellent people skills. You’re also intelligent and perceptive. Your relationships matter. This has been a year of hard work for you; however, next year will bring exciting changes and increased freedom. Be ready to act fast when new opportunities arise.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is going to be a day marked by good advice if you know who to return to for it or marked by misunderstandings and derailing in your endeavors if you count on the wrong people.

On the other hand though, you might want to listen to your intuition as well and not get stuck on the idea that you need to find the right person who can tell you what you need to do.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Very interested in personal development this Sunday you are going to spend some time chasing improvement ways and promising yourself you are going to start listening to that advice.

Preferably starting tomorrow as everyone says. Interesting to see if you can follow up on all this conviction tomorrow or this is going to be just another fad.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You are trying to get closer and engage with people that you look up to and trying whatever is possible to get their attention.

But given that you don’t actually have a real plan on what to do after you got their attention, it is going to be quite difficult to follow up on this. At home on the other hand, you are able to maintain everything at a high standard.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Some things are boiling while others are just about to cool down and finally let you breath. It is a fine balance this Sunday between things that are still troubling you and things you can finally leave behind.

Therefore this day will probably be a mixture or relief and agitation, however, interesting and exciting but easy to get through.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Money is going to be central this Sunday as you might want to use them for some personal plans. Unfortunately some natives might have to wait before they can actually put their plans in practice or might require some sort of loan.

Of course if this is you, try to talk with your family first and not resort to friends or strangers before that.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Your social life is about to get another turn and you need to be ready. It might be because it is Sunday and you should dedicate it to your family.

Or because you are feeling you have reached a stage where you want to spend quality time with people who have similar interests with you and not only chase parties and exciting adventures.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You shouldn’t let anyone lead you astray today, especially when it comes to your feelings because although you might feel a bit overwhelmed, you are the only one who has the key to your troubles.

You just need time and maybe to create a safe space around you which will in turn help you open your thoughts and obtain some clarity.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are going to be overwhelmed by your own force of expression this Sunday and this will help you exploit more than your own mood and emotions.

You are proving yourself to be very convincing today and I would advise you not to lose this confidence. A good day to show talents and to try artistic endeavors that you might have been ashamed to try so far.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

A bit more attention will take you a long way, especially if you are putting all the thoughts into your own behavior rather than what others are doing.

You need a bit more calm than you were able to acquire yourself and this Sunday should be used in the search for this calm. Don’t take it as if it is something wrong with how you are now, it’s just that you can improve.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).0

It appears like this end of week puts a great focus on your loved life but also drives your expectations maybe a bit too high than even yourself can understand.

And maybe what you are seeing around you, the relationships your friends or family exhibit in front of you make you increase your expectations even more than that and make you feel miserable for nothing.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Some humanitarian aspects in yourself are going to make themselves felt this Sunday but maybe not enough for you to actually feel as if you have accomplished something.

Or maybe this is happening because you don’t feel you are helping enough but it’s all in your mind and in reality you are actually doing more than you can.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You are craving to live in the moment but you are doing very little in this regard in general. Although you might be given some occasions to try something new you are not really in the mood to try them.

At the same time though you prefer to dwell in your emotions and pretend like no one understands you. Someone close to you or maybe partner will try to raise you from this state but chances are small.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, December 29, 2024 to Saturday, January 4, 2024

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All Signs

New Year’s Day is a laid-back day – perfect for lounging around and watching movies. (Avoid anyone who can push your buttons.) Keep in mind that as this New Year begins, we’re still under the influence of retrograde Mars until February 24. Wait until then to start a new job, open a new business or initiate anything fresh. In the meantime, be skilful in dealing with old resentments and disappointments. (Anger serves no purpose except to make everyone miserable.) This year will usher in a “Power to the People” movement, which will last for 20 years. Mind boggling technological advances will occur. I’ll discuss this next week. Meanwhile, there’s no time like the pleasant! Warmest wishes to you all for a Happy New Year!

Aries (March 21-April 19)

You’re high viz.. People admire you and think you’re competent and capable even if you don’t do anything special. This is the power of good lighting! (The Sun is at the top of your chart casting you in a flattering spotlight, which is your good fortune.) You will also find it pleasing and rewarding dealing with friends and members of groups. You’re keen to make travel plans as well as study and learn something new. Many of you are still downsizing and letting go of stuff that you no longer need. However, relations with kids might be challenging along with relations with romantic partners. This tension will subside by March. Hang in there.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Your mind is filled with travel plans or thinking about ways to get a change of scenery. Do whatever you can because you need an adventurous shift. You might also explore study, finishing a manuscript or publishing possibilities. School plans will appeal. Fortunately, this is a great week to make your pitch to a boss or anyone in authority because they will be receptive to you. (That’s half the battle.) Discussions about shared property, inheritances and debt can be productive. Be patient with home and family issues that are dispiriting and discouraging. A lot of this is old stuff coming to the surface. It’s not easy figuring out what to do or how to be wise. But you can be tolerant.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

As this year begins, you’re giving more thought to inheritances, shared property, taxes, debt and anything you own jointly with someone else. Perhaps you want to have better defined boundaries? Something that is clearer so that everyone knows where they stand. Including you. Unfortunately, communications with others are strained, especially with siblings, because Mars is retrograde in this part of your chart. Discussions with partners and close friends can be meaningful. In the meantime, if you can grab a getaway trip for pleasure and fun – do it. It will make you feel so good. “I’m outta here!”

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This year begins with the Sun opposite your sign, and the Sun is your source of energy. This means it is as far away from you as it can get all year. We’re not talking 93 million miles. We’re talking about 5 inches on your chart. It’s symbolic. This is why you will tire more easily and will need more sleep. On the whole, relations with partners and close friends are positive. You’re keen to work this week. Even though favours and money might come to you; nevertheless, issues related to your job, how you earn your money and also how you spend it might unearth secrets and resentments. (You’re a good money handler but you like to hang on to it.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Although you will enjoy socializing and schmoozing with others this week, you’re also keen to get to work and be productive. In fact, you’ll be hands-on in your approach to things and will work efficiently to get the best results for your efforts. Mars is retrograde in your sign, which is frustrating. It can make you feel fearful and worried about past issues that might resurface and drag you down. You will also feel low energy. Yet, if someone challenges you or is rude to you, you might over react because you’re off your game. (Oops.) The last time Mars was retrograde in your sign was 15 years ago. Cut yourself some slack. You’re still the same entertaining, witty, caring, insecure person we all love.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You were in fine form for the holidays, and this blessing continues into the new year. This is because the Sun is in one of the most fun-loving parts of your chart. That’s why it’s easy for you to enjoy the small pleasures in life. It’s also easier for you to slip away on a vacation and enjoy some serious good times! Fortunately, relations with coworkers are warm and supportive. And your reputation in the eyes of others is excellent. You look successful in whatever you’re doing. It’s timely that you have this support from the world around you because privately, you might feel suppressed anger with others. You might even feel angry with yourself as you reassess past actions because retrograde Mars can bring hidden forces to light, especially with hidden enemies. Give yourself rest and solitude.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Your focus on home and family continues as this year begins. This is one reason you will welcome a chance to hide at home and take it easy. You need some pampered seclusion so that you can recuperate and restore yourself after the holiday festivities. Nevertheless, you’re keen to chat to others and learn new things. Short trips might appeal. You might even like a fun getaway because you’ll still enjoy schmoozing with others, especially your kids and romantic partners. Past hurts with friends and acquaintances will be uppermost in your mind. Let these feelings go. They serve you no purpose. And anyway, as you well know, life is short – and fat.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You feel revved up as this year begins! You’re eager to take short trips and explore new experiences around you, and talk to everyone. Many of you are in school or signing up for courses because you want to learn. Relations with family members are warm and supportive. You’re enjoying your home; in fact, many of you are still entertaining. Moneymaking ideas are foremost in your mind. Don’t worry if you’re not sure about your life direction. With retrograde Mars taking place at the top of your chart, your future looks uncertain. In reality, your future is not uncertain. It is going to unfold. Wait until March to get a better idea of the path that you will choose because you will choose something.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

As this year begins, you’re charming and diplomatic with everyone. Kiss, kiss; hug, hug. This will energize your social life and make dealing with your everyday world more pleasant and lighter. You will see how much love there is in your everyday life. You will also enjoy the beauty of your daily surroundings. This might prompt you to rethink your values and how you want to earn money. You might feel frustrated about achieving your goals, especially in publishing, higher education and travel. You might also be in conflict with someone about beliefs or ideologies. Take time for patience, reflection and honest communication. Honesty is the best policy – less competition.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You begin this year with confidence and energy because the Sun is in your sign. This is one of the blessings of being a Capricorn. That and the fact that that you look much younger than you are. This year is full of wonderful opportunities to improve your health as well as to improve your existing job or get a better job. Meanwhile, this week you might buy pretty things for yourself and loved ones. Fortunately, you will also see ways to make money. Disputes about inheritances and shared property might get nasty because old resentments are exposed. Don’t rush into anything. Postpone important decisions until March. Be patient. Focus on healing. Reflect – don’t react.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You begin this year in a low-key way because the Sun is hiding in your chart. It’s the perfect time to seek out some solitude. With Venus in your sign, you’re charming, diplomatic and attractive in the eyes of others. (It’s a great week to buy wardrobe goodies.) Nevertheless, partnerships (both professional and personal) have been challenging because problems and perhaps secrets from the past have resurfaced. Miscommunications and passive-aggressive behaviour might emerge. Delay important decisions regarding your relationships until March. Practice patience. It’s always darkest before it gets pitch black.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your popularity continues! Everyone wants to see your face. This will make it easy for you to work and cooperate with others, especially in groups or organizations. It’s also important to be yourself among your friends. Don’t pretend to be anyone that you aren’t (unless you have the right props). Secret love affairs might be taking place for some of you. Your greatest source of angst right now is your job, your work and perhaps your health. The thing to know is that the problems that are surfacing in these areas will be far easier to deal with in March. In fact, March might bring solutions. It will certainly bring hope and a sense of direction about where you want to go. In the meantime, don’t ask people what sex they are.

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Find That Lost Thing Spell

This is a very simple spell that relies on the Switchwords, ‘Together Reach’ to achieve the desired result. You might have lost an object or you might be trying to find the right word or forgotten name. This little chant will free up the stuck energy to help you remember.

You can substitute the word ‘thing’ in the following chant for whatever you have mislaid, like ‘pen’, or ‘keys’.

“Thing that I’ve lost come to me
Together reach and I’ll find thee.”

As you speak, imagine the relief when you find/remember it.

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To Feel as Healthy as Can Be

Whenever you are feeling a bit under the weather, or a little achy, say these words.

“Strength of mind and strength of bone,
I claim these things to be my own.”

Repeat three times as often as you need to throughout the day.

Don’t forget to add, “As I speak, so must it be.”

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The Best Outcome for Any Situation

Sometimes, we cannot know what the best outcome of any situation might be. For example, when a pet is old and ill, maybe the best thing for it is to pass on quickly. Trying to keep the pet alive may not really be a good thing. So, when in doubt as to when to act or when to let go, simply ask the Universe to deliver the best outcome. Speak these words,

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The Bubble of Love and Protection Spell 

You can turn this one into a full ritual, or you can just speak the words. For example, this is a good spell to start your witchy life. Asking for love and protection is never a bad thing.

So if you want to go the whole way and cast a circle, then do that. However, as implied, the spell itself creates a bubble of protection, so it isn’t really necessary.

This spell relies on visualization and the certain knowledge that it is working.

If you wish to cast a circle, do it right at the beginning. Sit down quietly and start to imagine a pinpoint of light above your home. Visualize the point of light expanding so that a curtain of light slowly falls over the building you’re in, encircling it like a half-sphere. If you have vehicles outside, include those too. Then keep going. The light goes into the solid ground all around until it forms a perfect bubble. It shimmers and wavers, but you know it is absolutely impenetrable by negative energy of any kind.

December 29, 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions 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 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 December 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on December 29 has an illumination of 2%. 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 29 the Moon is 28.35 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: ♐ Sagittarius

The current zodiac moon sign is Sagittarius, positioned at 23.22° within the sign. The Moon entered Sagittarius on Dec 27, 8:14 PM and will shift into Capricorn on Dec 29, 11:15 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 Crescent
Illumination: 2%
Moon Age: 28.35 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 392,710.56 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,103,532.14 km

30 December 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions for the Southern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for December 30th, 2024 is the New Moon phase.

On this day, the moon is -0.76 days old and 0.49% illuminated with a tilt of -83.699°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 388,322.47 km and the moon sign is Capricorn.

The Moon phase for December 30th, 2024 is the New Moon phase. In this phase, the moon is positioned between the Sun and Earth and is 0% illuminated (i.e the moon is not visible to us in the sky).

Due to the alignment of the Sun, the Moon and Earth, the side of the moon that faces Earth is left in complete darkness. In technical terms this is referred to as a conjunction or Syzygy.

Also, during the New Moon phase, the moon rises and sets at around the same time as the Sun. This brings to the moon too close to the glare of the Sun for us to see the moon with the naked eye.

Fun fact: The moon can’t emit its own light, it can only reflect the light from the Sun’s rays. Since there is no sunlight during the New Moon phase there is nothing to reflect, so the moon becomes completely dark and unable to be seen in the sky.

Phase Details

Phase: New Moon

Moon age: -0.76 days

Moon illumination: 0.49%

Moon tilt: -83.699°

Moon angle: 0.51

Moon distance: 388,322.47 km

Moon sign: Capricorn

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The Perfectly Fun and Delightful Day Spell

For this spell, all you need is a small, much-loved object. Could be a special piece of jewelry, a small teddy bear, or a pretty ornament. Doesn’t matter what it is, as long as it is special for you.

Before you go to bed, place it near you, perhaps on your nightstand.

When you wake up in the morning, clasp the item, and feel the energy flowing through it and through you. Feel happiness building inside you.

Whisper these words:

“As within me, and so without
Let this day begin, no doubt
That fun and delight will be all about.

And as I say it, so must it be, and let it harm none.”

Now put the object on your windowsill until the evening. Repeat daily.

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Adapt and Adopt Spells

The most powerful magick is when you devise it yourself. Performing someone else’s spell is exactly that, a performance. Whereas if you put thought, effort and creativity into designing your spell, it’s yours and only yours. So I encourage you to use these ideas as mere frameworks, upon which you’ll hang your own unique touches.

You can write them into your Book of Shadows and each time you use them, you can change them a little bit.

Using Spells in Daily Life

What’s so good about using spells and magick in everyday life? Well, because you can. Once you have mastered the trick of tapping into your emotions and desire at will to raise the energy, then you might as well make the most of it and live an enhanced, enchanted, always surprising, lovely witchy life.

Now that doesn’t mean that you won’t have to deal with bad stuff occasionally. We all have to. No one can sail through unscathed or untouched by negativity. And I promise you, you wouldn’t want to. The contrast of the not-so-nice times helps you appreciate the great times. Without the dark, you wouldn’t be grateful for the light.

That Old Universal Energy

I just have to mention once more, that any spell will not be effective unless you put the effort of energetic emotion into it. So before you start, make sure you know what emotion is necessary. Think about what you want to achieve and feel it into reality. Hold that feeling and work your magick.

December 28, 2024 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

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

The Stars Rate Your Day

5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

Aries (March 21-April 19)

** Travel plans or opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine and the law might be stymied today because of some kind of behind-the-scenes ruling or an opposition to you. All you know is it’s difficult to push ideas through that relate to these areas. Keep dog paddling.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

** You might be disappointed with your fair share of something. Or alternatively, you might feel you have to pick up most of the tab or the greater cost of something. (“It ain’t fair.”) A rude awakening about credit cards and bills that are due might be too sobering to talk about.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

** Discussions with partners, spouses, parents and people in authority in general will be strained today. Use this as an opportunity to demonstrate grace under pressure. Avoid harsh criticism but take time for self-reflection. Be friendly and keep the peace.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

** Bosses and supervisors might be difficult to deal with at work today. Likewise, people related to health care or even your pet might be critical or discouraging. Take the high road. If you get involved in a dispute, it will drain your own energy. Stay chill.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

** Romance will suffer from tension and criticism today. (You need this like a fish needs a bicycle.) But what’s the upside? Do you respond in kind? Do you escalate things? Be mature and be gracious. (This is just a brief dark cloud on your horizon.) Likewise, be patient with kids.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

** Relationships with family members are strained today. Knowing this, what’s the best way to handle it? Do you add fuel to the flame? Set boundaries and at the same time, be forgiving and understanding. Use this as an opportunity to rethink how to deal with others in the future. (“I’m outta here.”)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

** Think twice before you respond to others today because this is a kind of day where things look and feel worse than they really are. Furthermore, you like peaceful surroundings. You like your life to be harmonious. Therefore, resist the urge to jump into the fray. Mums the word.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

** Financial matters might create a strain on your relations with your kids as well as your relations with a romantic partner. You might have concerns about the division of labour or shared costs. Express what bothers you in clear, calm terms in a quiet way. Remember your objective.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

*** Today the Moon is in your sign at odds with stern Saturn, which will likely make you feel emotionally intense or that you have increased burdens and obligations to face. This could make you feel resentful. However, be aware this is a brief squeeze play. (No need to make a big deal out of things.)

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

** This is the classic day to feel self-doubt or guilt about something. Maybe it’s a reaction to some perceived criticism. (You value your good reputation.) In all likelihood, some of your concerns are self-created. Relax. These feelings will be gone in 48 hours.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

** You value your friends; however, today you feel some emotional tension with others. You might even feel lonely or unsupported by someone, which hurts your feelings. (Understandable.) Accept the fact that today many people feel their interactions with others are strained. Relax.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

** Don’t let bosses, parents and authority figures make you feel discouraged or unhappy today because they criticize you or ignore you. This is the classic day for misunderstandings, especially with authority figures. Fortunately, this is a brief influence. Hang in there.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Denzel Washington (1954) shares your birthday today. You’re charming, thoughtful and genuinely interested in people. You expect the best of others. This has been a fun-loving year! The key to next year will be simplicity as you take charge of your health and work to build structure in your life – internally and externally.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

A good day for personal development but you will need more than yourself on that, maybe some books or the ideas of someone older than you.

The following week is going to be quite busy in terms of office work so it wouldn’t be a bad idea if you could use this weekend to mentally prepare yourself for that. You will also have to discern between ideas and not let yourself choose by impulse.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Don’t overestimate your abilities today because both time and energy are limited today. You have the chance to organize and change some things around the house perhaps but there is a lot more that you can do mentally, in terms of planning and combining activities from the future.

However, what you won’t really succeed at is getting those around you to follow in your footsteps, something that will be pretty annoying for you.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

A bit of compromise will be the right key to unlock the door you want unlocked this Saturday but maybe you should think twice if that is really the door you want unlocked.

You are using the right tools to help you but maybe the first choice is the one that is wrong and you should look a lot further in the back for the answers you are seeking.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

It may not be in your intention to emotionally hurt anyone today but this is exactly the point where you will get if you continue to act in the reckless manner you have acted lately.

There is nothing wrong in pursuing your own interests but maybe you shouldn’t interfere with others while doing this. If you are confident enough in your powers you shouldn’t need all that.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You are saying some things right out in the open aiming to create an image of trust and honesty around you while keeping other things just for yourself and actually deceiving people.

It will take a while for people to figure this out and this amount of time highly depends on how much you are capable of keeping the charades up for.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

If someone has won your interest, they can rest assured you are going to stay in that combination for a while.

This is like a big space in your attention that you are planning on using and won’t let yourself influenced by anything else that could distract you. There is also an intrinsic motivation that keeps you on this loyal and trustworthy line but this will be uncovered later.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

The likelihood is that today you are going to have something to celebrate. Whether it is something personal or you are going to an anniversary or why not to a wedding.

This Saturday will remind you about hope and good expectations and maybe wake up the dreamer in you. Wouldn’t be surprising if you put some wishes of your own out there too.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You might be under the false impression that someone in your family doesn’t really want you to have fun and they purposely prevent you from living anything exciting.

For the younger natives it might be their parents who are incriminated but for other natives, this might be something a lot more serious and involving their partners.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This Saturday will bring agility and rapidness in your actions but more like in things you have already decided, not in things that still require pondering on.

You don’t take too long to deal with mundane tasks and run errands so don’t be surprised if those around might ask for help when you are done with your own tasks.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This Saturday will help you strengthen up some connections you have, even with people who are far away from you. You need to leave some things from the past aside and just look towards the future.

Also a good occasion to create new contacts and to use people you already now to open new territories, even for a visit abroad perhaps.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You are seeking some sort of relief and falsely believe that if you would be able to get some time on your own you could get to the middle of everything that is troubling you when in fact, the busier you are, the better you will feel.

This is not about any deep emotions and beliefs but more like a feeling of emptiness caused by the fact you are feeling you are not doing the right things.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You are letting yourself influenced by someone younger than you and only through what I’ve just said you can realize that maybe this is not a good idea.

You tend to leave aside your own experience and what you lived just to go on the hands of someone who came up with a more exciting but riskier idea. A good moment to re-evaluate your own priorities.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.