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Friday
Friday
Freya’s Day
Ruler: Freya, Venus
Colors: Emerald green or pink
Power Hours: Sunrise and the 8th, 16th, and 24th hours following.
Key Words: Love, money, health
It is easy to spot the ruler of this day by its name. In the word Friday, we see the roots of the name of the Norse goddess Freya, a goddess of love and fertility, and the most beautiful and propitious of the goddesses thus the verse “Friday’s child is loving and giving.”
In Spanish this day of the week is called Viernes and is derived from the goddess Venus. Matters of love, human interaction, the fluidity of communication, sewing and the creation of artistic garments, household improvement, shopping, and party planning all fall under the aspects of Friday and its ruling planet, Venus.
Friday’s angels are Ariel/Uriel, Rachiel, and Sachiel. Rachiel also concerns himself with human sexuality and is a presiding spirit of the planet Venus.
On Fridays, the hour of sunrise and every eight hours after that are also ruled by Venus, and that makes these times of the day doubly blessed. These four hours are the strongest four hours for conducting ritual.
Check the local newspaper, astrological calendar, or almanac to determine your local sunrise.
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Friday’s Magickal Workings
Your Sun & Moon Data for Friday, March 25th
Your Sun & Moon Data for Friday, March 25th
Sun
Sun Direction: ↑ 123.05° ESE
Sun Altitude: 39.27°
Sun Distance: 92.718 million mi
Next Solstice: Jun 20, 2016 5:34 PM (Summer)
Sunrise Today: 6:45 AM↑ 87° East
Sunset Today: 7:06 PM↑ 273° West
Length of Day: 12 hours, 21 minutes
Moon
Moon Direction: ↑ 280.09° W
Moon Altitude: -27.27°
Moon Distance: 252361 mi
Next New Moon: Apr 7, 20166:23 AM
Next Full Moon: Apr 22, 201612:23 AM
Next Moonrise: Today9:14 PM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 95.9%
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Blessings, Peace & Comfort To All Our Brothers & Sisters of The Craft! Have A Very Blessed Friday!
Truth
I always ask
Why it is that you hide
Under lies
Why live like a hypocrite
You know no truth
In line for destruction
The blood guilt
Has reached the peak
All I can say is
Don’t like the law of the land
Go elsewhere
Make sure to take
The hatred and darkness
The light belongs to those
Who walk in love
There is no hate in love
Love is divine
Which walks in the light
Now who’s walking in truth
So easy to judge
I’ve given you proof
We all know what happens
We’ve heard it before
Until the end
The choices we make
We will reap
Even to the point of weeping
It’s all on you
You decide
How much karma
Will weigh against you
In the end
We all pay
For this thing
You call sin
In light and love
Is where truth dwells
So do wise
Make sure you are walking
In divine light and love
How is that for a truth
Now take that to your church
—-T. J. Whitewolf, resident Poet
To view more T. J.’s beautiful poetry, please visit his site, TJWHITEWOLF’S POETRY
The Essential Series: Pure Beauty
In ancient times, women (and there are even stories of men) used roots, herbs, and oils to showcase their natural beauty as well as take care of themselves. The Biblical story of Jesus of Nazareth having his feet washed by a teary woman’s hair after she broke an alabaster bottle of oily perfume to pour on them is a widely known story of how essential oils have played a major part in our species past and shows that beauty is more than just skin deep. Although no amount of oil can make you beautiful on the inside, there are certain kinds that can help you care for that which is on the outside and by essence help with one’s everlasting feelings of self-confidence. Whereas we have so much access to a plentitude of products that claim to do this now, back then though honestly, who had a drug store to go and buy wrinkle cream and make-up, when you rode on a donkey to get anywhere 
Enhancing natural beauty is another proponent of essential oils that were used back in the day, and one that I will recommend specifics here now. Whether it is to relieve clogged pores, reduce wrinkles, correct hair loss, be your own sunscreen, or even your own fragrant perfume; essential oils can help you look and feel essentially you!
Some fragrant ideas:
- Clogged pores – apply 2-4 drops Lemon, Tea tree, or Sweet Orange oil to affected area and gently remove with cotton ball.
- Nail strengthening recipe – mix 10 drops each of Frankincense, Myrrh, and Lemon to 2 tbsp. vitamin E oil. Mix ingredients together and store in a glass bottle. Rub on nail cuticles twice a week.
- Wrinkle reducing blend – Mix 5 drops Sandalwood, 4 drops Geranium, 3 drops Lavender and 6 drops of Frankincense and apply to face. Keep away from eyes.
- Dandruff blend – Mix 5 drops Lemon, 2 drops Lavender, 1 drop Rosemary, and 2 drops Peppermint. Massage into scalp thoroughly for 2 minutes and leave on scalp for 10 minutes. Then shampoo hair as usual.
- Stretch marks – mix 5 drops Frankincense, Myrrh, Coriander, or French Lavender with 5 drops of Sweet Almond and massage on stretch marks 2 times a day.
- Face moisturizer – Mix 1 drop of Elemi, Frankincense, or Lavender with Primrose for an evening moisturizer before bed.
- Natural facial scrub – Mix ¼ cup plain yogurt, ¼ cup cornmeal, and 5 drops each of Patchouli, Grapefruit, and Lavender. Store any unused mixture in the refrigerator and use within a few days.
- Skin toner – mix 8oz water, 2 drops Lavender, Palmarosa, and Rosewood in a clean bottle. Apply toner to skin with cotton ball after cleansing. Shake well before use.
- Hair thickener – place 1-2 drops of Rosemary or Carrot on hair brush before brushing to promote growth and thickness.
- Perfume – Mix 25 drops of French Lavender, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Geranium, and Lavender to 1 oz of quality vodka. Let sit for 2 weeks before using. Apply as a spray on neck, wrists, or lower back.
- Stress soothing massage oil – mix 2 drops each of Lavender, Ylang Ylang, German Chamomile, and Bergamot with 5 tsp. of Apricot Kernal. Stir mixture and massage onto body.
- Dry hair hot oil conditioner – mix 15 drops Rosewood and 5 drops Sandalwood, Geranium, and Lavender and 4 tbsp. of Avocado oil. Place mixture in small plastic bag and place the bag in a hot cup of water for a few minutes. Apply, then wrap hair in a towel for 20 minutes. Wash hair as normal.
- Hair loss help blend – mix 3 drops each of Rosemary, Cedarwood, and Lavender with 2 oz Jojoba oil in a container and shake well. Massage into hair and scalp for a few minutes. Leave on hair for an hour and then wash. Use once per week.
- Sunscreen – Mix 5 drops each of Myrrh and Carrot with 10 drops of Sweet Almond and apply for 40 SPF.
- Oily hair repair – mix 9 drops of Ylang Ylang, Lim, and Rosemary with 2 tbsp. of Avocado oil. Mix all ingredients then massage into hair/scalp. Wash hair as normal. Use 2-3 times per week.
- Natural lotion – mix 8 oz unscented lotion with 10 drops Myrrh, 15 drops Geranium, and 5 drops Ylang Ylang. Keep in an airtight container. Apply as desired.
As you can see, there are a number of ways essential oils can bring out your best features without costing you the hundreds if not thousands required of more “traditional” beauty products. Going back to the ways of the olden days can really help you with modern living.
For supplies and books that go further into this, check out Eupterra’s site and store.
Let me know if you have nifty green ideas!
Learn About Traditional Folk Magic – Part 1
Many times in discussion of modern Paganism, it’s easy for us to overlook a valuable source of information – the past. Some of our not-so-distant ancestors practiced various forms of folk magic, and we can learn a lot from those old remedies, charms, and stories. In fact, in many parts of the world, what is often dismissed as superstition is in fact a perfectly valid system of folklore-based practical magic. Today, let’s look at some of the most popular types of folk magic. We’ll talk about animal legend and folklore, omens, simple protection rituals, and more.
The Magic of Animals
In many modern Pagan traditions, animal symbolism — and even actual animals — are incorporated into magical belief and practice. Let’s look at some of the ways people have welcomed animals into their magical practice throughout the ages, as well as specific animals and their folklore and legends.
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Your Daily Influences for March 24
Your Daily Influences
March 24, 2016
Four of Pentacles Reversed
Gain is hindered by obstacles.
Ansuz
Ansuz represents mankind’s spiritual connection to God and the universe. It is often referred to as the “God Rune.” This Rune embodies reason, truth and justice. It denotes the coming of knowledge and true counsel from a higher authority.
The Heart
A course of events that cannot be altered has been set in motion within this aspect. Accept whatever happens in the near future and do not waste your time fretting about it–you can do nothing.
Your Daily Influences represent events and challenges the current day will present for you. They may represent opportunities you should be ready to seize. Or they may forewarn you of problems you may be able to avoid or lessen. Generally it is best to use them as tips to help you manage your day and nothing more.
Animal Spirit Guide Meditation
Advice From A Wolf
Your Animal Spirit for March 24th is The Wolf
Your Ancient Symbol Card for March 24th is Simplicity
Your Ancient Symbol Card for Today
Simplicity
A much revered swami said “Simplicity is the nature of great souls.” There is a natural sense of art and genius in Simplicity. Keeping things simple produces solutions that are not only efficient but work well and are easy to maintain and build upon. Whether it takes a physical form or is an idea simple constructs please our aesthetic self. Simplicity is soothing, because you don’t have to fight your way through layers of complexity to see and understand the end result.
As a daily card, Simplicity indicates a time when you will do well by looking for simple solutions, and avoiding that which cannot be easily understood or implemented. In short, if a plan can’t get you form point A to point B without any side trips, then it is the wrong plan. Look for answers that you see immediately, that sets the proverbial light of in your head and makes you exclaim Eureka!
Today’s Witches Rune for March 24th is Woman
Today’s Witches Rune
Woman
Meaning: The first meaning of this rune is quite obvious: it represents women. Any woman that is important in the question, whether you know her or not, will be represented by this rune. Mother, sister, aunt, grandma, a female boss, friend, lover or even enemy… all can be symbolized by the appearance of this rune.
In a more general sense, this rune is related to traditional female abilities and characteristics, such as giving birth, nurturing, comforting and healing. When this rune appears, you can count on the sympathy of others towards you or your situation. In its most negative aspects, the Woman rune can show over-protectiveness, a patronizing attitude or co-dependency. It often strives to maintain the status quo, refusing to change even if the situation is bad.
The Woman rune is connected to nurturing – nurturing a relationship, a person or a project. Like the Moon rune, it can be related to finding a safe place to rest and heal, but while the Moon implies a solitary retreat, the Woman often shows that you need to go back to the people you trust, the people you feel safe with.
Healing is another strong aspect of this symbol, as well as teaching. You can be both the patient/student or the healer/teacher when this rune appears. This rune is also connected to creativity, but in a way that is different from the Romance rune. While the latter is about the conception of a project – the initial stages of creation – the Woman is about the birth of this project. When your creation is brought out into the world, fully manifested.
In relationship readings, this rune isn’t bad, but rather weak. While it can indicate subtle ties between people, these are usually so, so subtle that the partners can easily drift away from each other. It can show that one of the partners sees the other as someone who needs to be protected and healed, rather than an equal. Usually, the romance is a bit stagnated when this rune appears, or very close to becoming a friendship.
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Your Crowley Thoth Tarot Card for March 24th is The Sun
Your Crowley Thoth Tarot Card for Today
The Sun
Only The Universe card of the Crowley Tarot can match the blessings that come with The Sun. While it certainly doesn’t promise a life’s path without some bumps in the road, The Sun indicates all will be well. The Sun is our Cosmic Nurturer. Life flourishes under its radiant beams. It provides the illumination to find Truths and lights one’s path so they do not get lost. To stand in the rays of The Sun is to shine. To absorb its energy promotes growth, exceptional physical and mental health, and good fortune. The Sun is empowering, elevating and fills those who bask in it with confidence and sense of self-worth.
Your Daily Rune for March 24th is Uruz
Your Lucky Tarot Cards for March 24th
Your Lucky Tarot Cards for Today
The Emperor
The Emperor is gifted with the skills to successfully lead others. He can turn chaos into order, provide structure to that which is unbound. He is quick of mind and confident in his power and right to rule, and does so in a just manner. Although stern by nature, he truly is the ultimate father figure. He will provide as needed, teach those with unanswered questions, protect the vulnerable, set and maintain boundaries. His perfect world runs on schedule and is free of any disturbances. What the Emperor must be wary of is setting boundaries and rules where none are needed. If he isn’t he may well become a tyrant.
When The Hierophant or Justice are among your personal cards, the influence of The Emperor may be increased. Having The Empress in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Emperor.
The Fool
This card represents the dreamer in you, the idealist, the mystic. The Fool desires to do great things, but is often unaware of just how difficult great things are to do. He must always be very careful of the choices he makes, and remember knowledge is his ally. The Fool often symbolizes a new beginning, unrestrained optimism, and curiosity that hasn’t been dulled by time. While The Fool may well indicate a lack of experience or grasp of the pitfalls along the path he is taking, it is equally true that his lack of experience leads him to believe all things are possible, which brings even impossible goals within his grasp.
When The Hanged Man or The Star are among your personal cards, the influence of The Fool may be increased. Having The Devil in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Fool.
Your Personal Tarot Card for March 24 is The Moon
Your Personal Daily Tarot Card
The Moon
The Moon represents those forces which remain largely hidden to us. The light of the moon provides some illumination down a path into the unknown, but not enough to brighten the landscape like The Sun, or cut through the dark shadows from which the unexpected may leap. However, The Moon is not without gifts we can use. She spurs our imagination and creativity. She can be a portal to knowledge and experience beyond the realm of our everyday lives. But Her offerings are not available to the feint of heart. To receive what The Moon offers one must have the courage to follow uncharted paths and the intelligence to find truths hidden in a bewildering setting rife with illusion. For those who can make this journey the reward may be finding the key to making their dreams come true.
Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, March 25th
Get A Jump On Tomorrow….
Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, March 25th
by Rick Levine
General Horoscope
Our romantic dreams are ready to take flight today, yet it’s difficult to get them off the ground. Sweet Venus reactivates the lingering square between expansive Jupiter and contractive Saturn. Reality teases us with looming satisfaction before setting it out of reach as we seek the sweet spot between scarcity and plenty. Unfortunately, there’s little room for error once the Moon sinks into the extreme emotional depths of Scorpio at 2:08 pm EDT.
Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19
Pursuing pleasure sounds like a good idea, but it can be disconcerting if you’re feeling anxious about meeting everyone’s expectations today. However, you could simply declare this a welcome day of rest, especially if you have been working hard and responsibly attending to your chores. Give yourself permission to indulge your senses while you have the chance. True happiness comes from appreciating your blessings in the present moment.
Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20
You might not be overly interested in doing the right thing today, even if you are sternly reminded to finish your chores. Flirty Venus opposes jovial Jupiter in your playful 5th House of Romance, motivating you to rattle up some fun wherever the opportunity arises. But ignoring your obligations now might lead to unpleasant consequences. Consider the ramifications of your actions before you stir up an avoidable mess. Maximize your creativity by setting yourself up for success.
Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20
You’re pulled in two distinctly different directions today, but there’s no need to resolve this all-too-familiar dilemma right away. On one hand, you feel a growing sense of urgency to express what’s on your mind. On the other hand, you want to sidestep any complications now so you can relax in peace. Even if pleasant events distract you from what you originally intended to do, there really isn’t any harm in having fun as long as you know how far you can push your limits.
Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22
Someone might not come through for you today in the way you expect. You must pay meticulous attention to every little thing that’s happening now because you can easily convince yourself that your life is better than it truly is. You’re tempted to overstep boundaries and may even end up regretting your lack of discretion, unless you’re wise enough to restrain your blind enthusiasm. Make decisions based on the rules of reality instead of what you wish to be true. The truth will set you free.
Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22
A synchronistic confluence of circumstances creates a perfect day for you Lions to purr and play like carefree kittens. Although it’s a cat’s job to sleep in the afternoon sunshine, your current laziness is not an excuse to escape from your responsibilities. Nevertheless, you still can have a wonderful time as long as you don’t overdo it. Balancing work and play may be extra-challenging now, but it’s the key to finding personal satisfaction.
Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22
Although you may secretly worry that your strategy won’t lead to success today, you are likely to go ahead with your plans, anyhow. Your uncharacteristic indecision might have you playing the waiting game at first, but your confidence builds until you’re motivated to take a risk in your search for love. It’s easier to believe someone who encourages you to follow your heart’s desire now than to face the facts. Nevertheless, a quick reality check does more to ensure your emotional gratification than leaping before you look.
Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22
Your resistance to participating in a fun adventure today may originate from your natural instinct to nurture others instead of yourself. Although wanting those you love to feel cherished is an admirable trait, you can take your good intentions too far and possibly even discourage yourself in the process. You might end up resenting the very people you are trying to please unless you honor your own needs first. Practicing enlightened self-interest sets a better example for everyone in the long-run.
Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21
Unavoidable obligations continue to stack up, making it difficult to kick back and chill today. Nevertheless, your desire for sensual pleasure is quite strong now that jolly Jupiter is activating indulgent Venus — and you can’t fathom any reason to deny your cravings. Just be careful to watch the quantity of food and drink you consume, the money you spend or the love you promise since you can inadvertently overdo anything that makes you feel good. Applying a touch of moderation is a healthy strategy when you attempt to experience the finer things in life.
Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21
Following the expected rules of behavior is no simple matter today. Although you can normally stay on track if it’s part of a larger plan, you’re intrigued by the alternatives now. However, you’re more enamored with your own original ideas, rather than the contributions of anyone else. Unfortunately, you might be so gung ho about the big picture that you don’t see the problem staring you in the face. Step back to consider what could go wrong before a minor complication becomes a major dilemma. Success favors the prepared.
Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19
You may believe you have waited long enough to get what you want. However, voracious Venus forms a tense opposition to permissive Jupiter today, making it temporarily difficult to manage your desires. There’s no harm in harboring this perspective as long as you don’t go too far defending your self-indulgence. It’s okay to enjoy an extra dessert or a lingering flirtation if you’re so inclined, but think twice about exhibiting a brazen disregard for sensible limits unless you’re willing to suffer the consequences.
Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18
You could be nearing a point of exhaustion today, and don’t want to spend your entire day trying to meet everyone else’s expectations. You’re eager to break the mold of responsibility while letting others fend for themselves. It’s time to satisfy your own needs by doing something memorable. Your previous commitments can be better fulfilled after you take some quality time for yourself. Pull out your bucket list and choose an item that makes your heart skip a beat.
Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20
You possess an uncommon knack for turning a fleeting conversation into a long-winded philosophical debate today. Or, maybe you transform a minor crush into a major romance because everything is taking on bigger-than-life proportions now. Of course, you should delight in this sweet phase while your key planet Jupiter inspires beautiful Venus. Don’t worry if you waste the day engaging in pleasant social interactions and have little to show for it, except for fond memories. Follow your bliss and see who follows.
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