Get A Jump On Tomorrow…..

Your Horoscopes for Monday, January 4th

Aries

There is good energy with you today for strategy, planning, and determination, dear Aries. However, later tonight and into tomorrow, with Mercury turning retrograde and challenged by Mars, there can be some temptation to rush through something, or to lash out with angry comments, and to otherwise be impatient and impulsive. Resist the temptation to be impulsively extravagant, as it’s only a temporary fix to restlessness. If insecurity arises today, consider that it might relate to money or dependency issues. Look for positive solutions and aim to keep your mind peaceful, as it’s the only way to truly learn and gain insights into your problems. Mercury will retrograde from the 5-25, and in the next few days, there can be a review of an old friendship or possibly the return of an old friend for some of you.

Taurus

There is some easygoing energy available to tap into today, dear Taurus, largely involving connections with a partner and family. However, there is some building tension that requires self-control, as disagreements are quite possible, particularly with authority figures or about long-term goals. Rushing and impatience are likely at the root of problems now. Try not to over-think things. Stick to the simple today and tomorrow. It’s important to wait for important statements or conversations, as Mercury is about to turn retrograde, and is in tense aspect with assertive Mars. Don’t take what others are saying now to heart, either.

Gemini

While there is good energy for research, work, and organization today, dear Gemini, there can be some roadblocks to face as the day advances and tomorrow as well. This is because Mercury is about to turn retrograde and is challenged by assertive, impulsive Mars. You may be your own worst enemy now if you say the first thing that comes to mind, for example. People around you can be disagreeable. Aim to quickly forgive slights, as they are likely due to unexplained tension or impatience and restlessness. You may believe you’re making sense, and you might even feel that something has to be expressed urgently, but it’s better to think things through before jumping to conclusions and actions today.

Cancer

You can be feeling quite free to be yourself, dear Cancer, and to move at your own pace much of the day. However, there is somewhat difficult energy with us as the day advances and into tomorrow. Mercury is turning retrograde and is challenged by Mars, and this can stimulate quick assessments and conclusions, and rudeness or impatience with others, particularly if they are not agreeing with us. There is a tendency to be a little too controlling or on edge. Your communications may be quite passionate today, but watch for what you are saying, which may end up being a little regrettable later on!

Leo

Be careful how you communicate today and tomorrow, dear Leo, as there can be some arrogance to your tone whether it’s intentional or not. Conversely, you may be picking up the same kind of tone in others’ communications. Allow for the possibility that words can be too easily misinterpreted. Also prepare for the possibility of adjusting your plans, as wires can get crossed today and plans can turn around. A significant other may grate on your nerves, perhaps due to aggressiveness or impatience, and the tendency is to react defensively. Mercury is approaching a retrograde station in your partnership zone and is challenged by Mars. The best strategy now is to slow yourself down and wait to make important statements.

Virgo

There is good energy available today for working rather passionately on a personal or professional interest, dear Virgo. Misunderstandings are all too likely later today, however, so try to focus on the positive things, including the extra energy you have to apply to work, studies, and hobbies now. Try to remember that people may not be meaning what they say, or saying what they mean! Your ruler, Mercury, is about to turn retrograde, and at the same time is challenged by impulsive Mars. The tendency is to jump to action prematurely, or to speak about something too soon or too sharply. We can all benefit from avoiding pushing things now.

Libra

Good energy is with you in the first half of the day for practical matters, taking things easy, and appreciating a slower pace, dear Libra. However, later today and into tomorrow, there is somewhat chaotic and volatile energy with us. Impulses are quick and sharp, but possibly too hasty and based on poor judgment just for now. This is a time when you could speak too brusquely or prematurely about something that leads to regrets later, or you could just as well be on the receiving end. Try to wait things out. You can feel especially defensive if your plans or methods are challenged now.

Scorpio

There is natural and flowing energy with you much of the day, dear Scorpio, for creative expression. However, some restlessness can be stimulated now, and there can be a real feeling of frustration or boredom with your routines. Be careful not to make too much mischief as a result, as it is all too easy for conflict and needless irritation to be stirred later today and into tomorrow. Don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself, but do it without defensiveness, if possible, for best results. Watch for hasty actions and communications, as both can trip you up now.

Sagittarius

While the energies of the first half of the day can be mild and possibly healing, dear Sagittarius, later today, there can be something nagging at you – a frustrating problem from the past that hasn’t been resolved, for example. Be especially attentive and aware, and above all, avoid pushing too hard. People can be rather contrary, and this can follow you into tomorrow. This may not be intentional at all, and in fact, we may be quite certain that we know what we are talking about, but the chances of seeing something the wrong way are high right now. Relationships that have fallen into ruts can be difficult to take today. Look for creative solutions to problems with restlessness.

Capricorn

The first half of the day can be quite fine for communicating with others sensitively, dear Capricorn, and for tuning into your own intuition. However, things change quite drastically later. An issue surrounding values, money, or questions of ownership can frustrate. You can be quite temperamental about whether others value you, as you have a stronger need these days for being treated with respect, and this can be agitated today. Watch today and tomorrow for a tendency to jump to conclusions, to speech, and to action, when a more careful approach would be best. It’s easy to misunderstand others and situations right now. Identify the root problem and start there, but if you notice unresponsiveness or defensiveness, wait for a better day to tackle major issues, as blockages are very likely to be felt right now.

Aquarius

There can be wisdom in your words and actions this morning, dear Aquarius, but as the day moves forward, we move closer to a Mercury station and a Mercury-Mars square that can stir the pot. Responsibilities and demands from others may seem to be flying at you from all directions today. You may be provocative or brusque in your communications, perhaps without even knowing it, or because others seem to be pushing you. Conflicts with authority figures may arise now. Impatience is probably your worst enemy tonight and tomorrow morning. A chaotic atmosphere can wear you down, so it may be wise to take breaks in order to center yourself, frequently if needed and possible!

Pisces

Impatience with others should be watched later today and into tomorrow with Mercury stationing and challenged by Mars. Try not to say or do things that invite negative reactions, or that lead to mistakes or tripping up. You might instead be meeting with temperamental and impulsive behavior from others. You or someone close to you may feel they need to fight for what they believe in or to defend their own methods. If things get competitive when you’d much prefer life to be more peaceful, then try to back out if you feel pulled in to an unnecessary argument now. Tensions may be the result of a need for both stability and emotional excitement, and a temporary inability to find a middle ground between the two.

If You Were Born Today, January 3

You are playful, clever, and have a fabulous sense of humor. Youthful all of your life, while you respect age and seniority, you don’t always accept that you are aging! Because you are quite quick-witted, it is easy for you to discover that you can lie and get away with it at a very young age. It’s up to you how you choose to use your cleverness! Many of you are quite spiritual in your beliefs in your adult life. Freedom and independence are extremely important to you.

Famous people born today: J.R.R. Tolkien, Stephen Stills, John Paul Jones, Mel Gibson, Bobby Hull, Victoria Principal.

Courtesy of Cafe Astrology

Your Daily Horoscopes for Sunday, January 3rd

Aries

Mars, the planet of action and energy and your ruler, is now energizing your solar eighth house, dear Aries, and will continue to do so until March 5th. This pulls Mars out from its opposition to your sign, which has been in effect for a couple of months. It’s not the most favorable position for an Aries, but ideally you’ve had some help and support from others in your life and now you’re ready to take back the reins. In this new cycle, you are less inclined to act on impulse and more interested in using strategy when it comes to moving your plans forward. This can be a time in which power politics can be stimulated in a close one-to-one relationship, or arguments can occur over money or personal possessions, and it’s best to try to clear the air as soon as possible if this is the case. However, it can also be a good time to take charge of financial matters that you may have swept under the rug. Desires run more deeply than usual. Some of you could be meeting with stronger personalities during this time, and the confrontations that could result are learning experiences for you, or meant to draw out your own passions and desires. There can be good energy for those of you involved in research.

Taurus

Mars, the planet of action and energy, is now energizing the sector of your chart that rules partnerships or others, dear Taurus, and will stay there until March 5th. This can be an animated time for relationships, and also a time for discovering your own passions and courage through another person. Problems that have remain unacknowledged or that have been festering have a way of surfacing during this cycle, and seem to demand immediate attention! It can also be a time in which you have more courage to pursue a relationship. Watch that you don’t pass the buck during this cycle – own and acknowledge your role in conflicts or strife that might emerge now. While during this cycle you might often feel that your life is in others’ hands, this is in fact an important time for recognizing the need for other people in your life, and for giving someone you trust a rein or two once in a while.

Gemini

Mars begins its transit of your work and health sector today, dear Gemini, and will continue to animate this area of your solar chart until March 5th. It’s a good time to take on challenging projects that you may have been putting off. You have more initiative and energy for work projects, and can apply yourself with more vigor. You might also step up or begin a health and fitness program during this cycle. Conflicts can emerge if you push others to keep your pace, or push yourself too hard. Use this time to bring more confidence, action, and courage to your work and/or to your health routines.

Cancer

Energetic Mars is now moving through your solar fifth house, dear Cancer, and will continue to do so until March 5th. This sector of your chart rules romance, pleasure, self-expression, and entertainment, and these areas of your life are invigorated now. You are more willing to take personal risks, with your heart and your creative impulses, but also possibly with money (watch this last one!). You are more outgoing and generally seize opportunities as they arise during this cycle. Romance can become heated, and this can be stimulating or challenging, depending on how you handle the energy. This more outgoing cycle brings smoother energy to most of your endeavors, as your direct approach tends to get you results.

Leo

Fiery Mars enters your home and family sector today, dear Leo, and will transit through this personal area of your solar chart until March 5th. Due to an upcoming retrograde of Mars, Mars will actually return to this sector for a lengthier visit from late May to early August. Expect a lot of extra energy for domestic matters during this cycle, and perhaps some conflicts if you don’t direct your energy into productive channels. You’re in a more self-protective and protective phase during this transit. Watch for a defensive manner, but do enjoy extra time spent on improving your home life. Expressing your desires, wants, and frustrations may not be as straightforward during this period. This can be a good time for entertaining in the home, although at times you could find that your home life is a little too busy. This morning is especially strong for matters of the heart.

Virgo

Today, fiery Mars enters your communications sector, dear Virgo, influencing this part of your solar chart until March 5th. Due to an upcoming retrograde of Mars that starts in mid-April, Mars will return to this same sector from late May to early August, so you’ll have plenty of time working with this exciting, mostly supportive energy. During this cycle, you can get very fired up about your ideas, projects, and personal or mental interests. Pour your energy into intellectual tasks if you can, as you can get a whole lot done now, working with vigor and passion. Your daily routines and communications tend to speed up. Impatience on the road and/or with speech should be watched, and this is especially the case in the next couple of days. Be careful that you don’t use words as a weapon. Otherwise, it’s a time of super-charged motivation to move your projects forward, and of more courage to connect with others. This can be an especially active and busy time for learning, studies, errand running, and neighborhood or classroom involvement.

Libra

Energetic, go-getting Mars leaves your sign today and enters Scorpio, dear Libra, where it will transit until March 5th. During this cycle, you can experience a stronger desire for financial independence or you can be especially motivated to pursue a larger income and/or take action on money-making ideas. However, it can also bring impulsive energy to your spending habits, as the desire to accumulate objects can be heightened now. You might also be a little more possessive of people in your life during this cycle. Focus now on building rather than squandering your resources. Feel the increased courage to earn what you deserve. This cycle lasts until March 5th, but while Mars typically transits signs for about two months and then moves on, not to return for another two years or so, Mars will be returning to this sector again in late May. The second visit is due to an upcoming retrograde, and will last from late May to early August. Today is strong for feeling the enthusiasm to build up your resources and enjoy the fruits of your labor, but watch the next couple of days for sharp words or impulsive spending.

Scorpio

Mars enters your sign today, where it will transit until March 5th, dear Scorpio. Over the course of this energetic cycle, you’ll have plenty of chances to assert yourself and seek out what you want from life. Mars is your personal energy levels, initiative, and drive. Angry feelings might also be triggered during this cycle, and you might want to watch for overly hasty, impulsive, or impatient behavior. Otherwise, you can use this period to heartily pursue personal goals. This can also be a time when work, if you’re looking for it, comes to you, or you get medical attention or appointments. This transit brings with it a whole lot of energy, sometimes to the point of excess, and you’ll be in charge of managing it properly. You are clearer about what you’d like to do now, and more forthright and straightforward in your manner. Assert yourself but employ self-control, and take action on things that matter to you most.

Sagittarius

You enter a cycle in which energy may be at a low point, dear Sagittarius, but in which you have the chance to take action on behind the scenes areas of your life. This transit lasts until March 5th, although Mars will return to this area of your chart later this year (from late May to early August) due to an upcoming Mars retrograde cycle. You may not be as clear or confident about your personal plans, or where to direct your energy during this cycle. This apparent slow-down should not be considered a stroke of bad luck. In fact, it’s a time for recharging your spirit, laying to rest those plans that have had their day in the sun or the ones that have simply outgrown their usefulness. For some of you, this can be a quiet or more private time for a romance. The Moon enters your privacy sector this afternoon, also pointing to a need to deal with matters of the past.

Capricorn

Some of the pressure and competitive feelings surrounding your work and responsibilities subsides now, dear Capricorn, with Mars’ move out of your career and reputation sector and into your sector of friendship, community, goals, and dreams today. Until March 5th, and then later from late May to early August, greater energy is with you when it comes to group efforts, activities with friends, teamwork, and work towards social goals. While there may be some competitive energies among friends, you can manage this better if you recognize the value of the team and consider ways to get involved or enlist help with your own projects. Social affairs can be animated and busy. You’re likely to come up with some very interesting plans for your future during this cycle. You’re also more inclined to fight for what and who you believe in at this time.

Aquarius

You are entering a highly competitive and energetic cycle today, dear Aquarius, particularly for professional matters. This cycle runs until March 5th, but due to an upcoming retrograde, it will return and be in effect from late May to early August as well. While conflicts can emerge during this period, particularly in business or with authority figures, this is a strong time for pushing yourself to improve and excel. You have more courage to go after what you want. Your ambitions are stimulated and you may be taking charge or leading. Some self-control can offset a tendency to be impatient with others or impulsive in your dealings. Be especially mindful of brusqueness in the next few days. Otherwise, enjoy this increase in ambition and sense of purpose. The Moon aligns with Mars this afternoon, and you can be feeling emotionally energized and enthusiastic about new projects or taking the initiative.

Pisces

Mars, the planet of action and energy, is now energizing your solar ninth house, dear Pisces, and will continue to influence this area of your chart until March 5th. Due to an upcoming retrograde of Mars, Mars will actually return to this area of your chart for the period of late May to early August, so you will have plenty of time to learn to work with this energy. Mars is in harmony to your sign now, and this helps boost your ability to sidestep or overcome obstacles. This is a more courageous and braver time for you, so that you are more willing to seek out new adventures and experiences. It’s a good day for connecting emotionally with this energy with the Moon aligning with Mars this afternoon. Consider what you want to do and what seems feasible. Physical or challenging activities are favored now. Taking charge of your life comes more easily.

The Balance of the Signs and the Elements for Sunday, January 3rd

LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.

BALANCE OF ELEMENTS

The elements are balanced in this chart.

BALANCE OF MODES

The modes are balanced in this chart.

Astrology of Today – January 3, 2016

Summary:

• The Moon is in Libra until 2:35 PM.
• The Moon is void from 9:32 AM to 2:35 PM.
• The Moon is in Scorpio from 2:35 PM forward (until Wednesday, January 6th, at 1:55 AM).
• The Moon is waning and in its Last Quarter phase.
• A Last Quarter Moon occurred yesterday and a New Moon will occur on January 9th.
• Mercury is in its shadow phase (Mercury will be retrograde from January 5-25).
• Mars enters Scorpio this morning (Mars will transit Scorpio from January 3-March 5).

January 3rd

St. Genevieve, the Deer Dance, and Weather Forecasting

In the East Anglian tradition this day was dedicated to St. Genevieve, patroness of the city of Paris. At seven years of age Genevieve was singled out of a crowd by St. Germain of Auxerre, who foretold of her future sanctity. The life of St. Genevieve was one of great austerity, constant prayer, and works of charity.

January 3 is still the day that Native American tribes of the Pueblo perform their annual fertility ceremony, known as the Deer Dance. This centuries-old ceremony includes a ritual dance performed by a Shaman, wearing a deer headdress, who invokes the Goddess known as the Deer Mother. When properly summoned, the Deer Mother grants the tribe prosperity for the coming year.

In Elizabethan England, the third day of January was set aside to observe the weather. It was believed that if the weather was mild at this time, it would be paid for later. This rhyme, from The Perpetual Almanack of Folklore by Charles Kightly, is an example of this observance:

A kindly good Janiveer
Freezeth the pot by the fire.
If in January, the sun much appear,
March and April pay full dear.

Sunday is Ruled by the Sun

Sunday corresponds to the sun, our closest star. This day is full of wonder and all sorts of magical potential for success, wealth, and fame. Sundays are for personal achievements of any kind such as working towards a promotion at your job, seeking fame and wealth, or being acknowledged for a job well done. All of these goals fall under the golden influence of the sun. Some suggestions for Sunday enchantments would include:

Sitting outside at sunrise and calling on the goddess Brigid for illumination and inspiration

Wearing gold jewelry or clothing that is gold or sunshine yellow to pull some color magic into your life

Arranging a few sunflowers in a vase and empowering these “flowers of the sun” for fame and ambition

Gathering up the common marigold flower and scattering it’s petals about to encourage prosperity

Baking up a batch of cinnamon rolls for the family and enchanting them for health and success

Snacking on a solar fruit, the orange, and enjoying the magical boost it brings to your life

The Witches Correspondences for Sunday, January 3rd

Magickal Intentions: Growth, Advancements, Enlightenment, Rational Thought, Exorcism, Healing, Prosperity, Hope, Exorcism, Money

Incense: Lemon, Frankincense

Planet: Sun

Sign: Leo

Angel: Michael

Colors: Gold, Yellow, Orange and White

Herbs/Plants: Marigold, Heliotrope, Sunflower, Buttercup, Cedar, Beech, Oak

Stones: Carnelian, Citrine, Tiger’s Eye, Amber, Clear Quartz and Red Agate

Oil: (Sun) Cedar, Frankincense, Neroli, Rosemary

The first day of the week is ruled by the Sun. It is an excellent time to work efforts involving business partnerships, work promotions, business ventures, and professional success.

Spells where friendships, mental or physical health, or bringing joy back into life are an issue work well on this day, too.

The Witches Almanac for Sunday, January 3rd

Sunday(Sun): Healing, spirituality, success, strength and protection.

St. Genevieve’s Day

Waning Moon
The Waning Moon (from the Full Moon to the New) is a time for study, meditation, and little magical work (except magic designed to banish harmful energies).

Moon phase: Fourth Quarter

Moon Sign: Libra
Libra: Favors cooperation, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance, and partnership.

Moon enters Scorpio 2: 36 pm
Scorpio: Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.

Incense: Marigold

Color: Amber

Day 3

Are you ready to shine? Pray in the light at sun rise!

–Starr Casas, Old Style Conjure Wisdoms, Workings and Remedies

Conjuring on Sunday

Sunday – is associated with the Sun

Candle colors – Red, Gold, and Orange

This is a Leo’s power day, Power, Health, Success, Personal Finances, Prosperity, Home life, Control, Hotfoot work, Shut your mouth conjure, Sunday is good for all hot work.

–Starr Casas, Old Style Conjure Wisdoms, Workings and Remedies

Wishing you & yours a very Happy & Blessed New Year!

Witches of the Craft

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Thank you for understanding!