Your Rune For Today
Fehu
Fehu is the Rune of prosperity, good luck and unbridled creative energies. Being associated with Frey, this Rune is also a powerful omen of fertility. Fehu is one of the three Mother Stones and should never be taken lightly.
The support or assistance of friends will be invaluable. Social events support business connections or meetings with unusual people. Look for opportunities to bring love and hope to your less fortunate neighbors. Your mind may be full of romantic fantasies. A more sensible view of your situation will help.
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The central theme of what is traditionally called the Wheel of Fortune card is cyclical change. The Wheel keeps on rolling, churning events in a ceaseless progression of ups and downs, either way freeing us from the past. No one can escape its cyclical action, which can feel somewhat terrifying — no matter whether we are rising or falling. When one is balanced on top there is a moment of crystal clarity, but the only part of the Wheel not going up and down is the hub, which is your eternal Self, the Source of Freedom.
Every one of us will occupy all the points on the wheel at some time or another. The cycle of the wheel is its lesson — and we can learn to take comfort in it (as we do when we celebrate our birthday). If you don’t like the look of things right now, just wait — things will change. Of course, if you do like the look of things right now, enjoy it while it lasts, because that will change too!
Brace yourself: When it comes to matters of the heart, April is going to be the most challenging month of 2014. Powerful cosmic events, including a stressful Lunar Eclipse, the Grand Cross and Uranus square Pluto, will pull many couples apart. But at least a few zodiac signs will escape with their relationships intact. Find out if you’re one of the lucky few by looking up your zodiac sign below!
Aries (March 21 – April 19): This will most certainly be a defining month for you in terms of relationships, Aries.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20): Considering that this will be the most difficult month of the entire year, astrologically speaking, your love life will be in better shape than most.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20): Your love life AND your social life might be extra difficult this month, much to your frustration.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22): It might be impossible to focus on your love life at all this month.
Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22): April will be a tense month for many different reasons, but when it comes to love it will be more frustrating for some than for others.
Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22): There’s good news and bad news this month when it comes to love, Virgo.
Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22): Put on your suit of armor and get ready to protect your heart this month, Libra.
Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21): It appears you are one of the lucky few who will receive a “pass” from the universe when it comes to love troubles this month.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21): Ouch. That’s what you may feel as it relates to your love life for most of the month.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19): While it’s true that you may feel stressed out because of other factors this month, your love life isn’t likely to be one of them.
Aquarius (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19): You might feel grateful if you can skate by this month with a rather uneventful love life.
Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20): Love, sex and magic. That would be your idea of a perfect love forecast, wouldn’t it?
April is filled with challenges and change, starting with an angry Lunar Eclipse mid-month. Then, get ready for an intense Grand Cross and the fifth and most powerful Uranus-Pluto square in the series that is transforming the world as we know it.
In other words, April is major month of ups and downs, but you can still make the most of this energy with key dates and predictions for every sign.
Key Astrology events to watch for this month include:
April 5: Venus in Pisces
April 14: Pluto Retrograde
April 15: Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Libra
April 19: Sun in Taurus
April 20-22: Grand Cross
April 21: Uranus square Pluto
April 29: New Moon Solar Eclipse in Taurus
Aries (March 21 – April 19): This month, expect challenges.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20): Although you may experience a certain amount of mild tension this month, you’re in good shape compared to some of the other signs.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20): Your love and social lives might feel like more stress than they are worth this month.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22): You may have reached a breaking point when it comes to a domestic situation.
Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22): If you’re involved in any negotiation, you might feel tension reach a boiling point this month.
Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22): Money troubles may prove aggravating this month, thanks to an angry Lunar Eclipse on April 15 that sets off a panic alarm until at least April 24.
Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22): You most certainly are living in interesting times, Libra.
Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21): There’s so much going on inside of you these days, Scorpio, that it’s like bubbles underneath the surface of wallpaper.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21): Tension in your social life and with finances might try to get the best of you this month, but fortunately, if there’s one place you can find solace it’s with your family.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19): Your professional life is at a crossroads, and if you don’t make a decision this month it’s possible one will be made for you.
Aquarius (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19): If you’re enrolled in a university or certification program, you might feel quite stressed. Perhaps there’s a vital exam looming ahead and you’re not as prepared as you’d like to be.
Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20): Finances might be a problem this month, and if that’s the case the only way to handle the situation will be head-on.
Overconfidence tempts us to push limits today as the planetary waves build to a crescendo, setting the stage for bigger storms. There is a magnifying lens on our lives and we want more of everything as the radiant Sun forms a dynamic square with giant Jupiter. The Sun’s exciting hookup with electric Uranus tomorrow puts us on edge. Thankfully, the Moon steps into sensible Taurus at 1:20 am EDT to act as a safety net in case we run into trouble.
Although you might not be able to concentrate for long today, you will get by if you remember to be practical every time you need to make a choice. You have the power to turn molehills into mountains now or to believe a pretty average idea is the most amazing thing ever. Don’t get fooled by illusions of grandiose success; keep your feet on the ground and make sure to meet all of your obligations before you spend your time planning world domination.
You may be stretched ridiculously thin today, especially if you promised too much in order to please someone special. Naturally, you don’t want to let anyone down, but you must deal with the consequences of your overinflated expectations — and the sooner you do, the better. Luckily, the Moon in your sign works in your favor now, facilitating communication and enabling you to focus on the tasks at hand. Don’t be a quitter; determination and persistence is the key to your success.
Friends or colleagues may bring you good news or an exciting opportunity today. Nevertheless, you should be exceptionally cautious, even if you feel like your lucky star is following you around. Thankfully, the potential is excellent for something you start now, but it’s easy to exaggerate the value of the potential rewards. Remember, there’s not much to fear except your current tendency to gloss over important details. Whether you like it or not, patience and due diligence are your friends.
Disappointment may set in quickly if you believe your positive attitude will be enough to get you through the day. Obviously, self-confidence is much more productive than self-doubt, but if you are too sure of yourself today, you might forego the very preparations that could make you successful. Don’t assume that everything will just turn out for the best unless you’re ready to do some heavy lifting along the way. Success is only one part inspiration; the rest requires dedication and perspiration.
You’re unstoppable today, especially if everything goes according to your plan early in the day. But you’re courting trouble if you believe that your life will simply continue to improve on its own. Although maintaining your regular routine is one way to strengthen the foundation of your life, it’s not emotionally fulfilling. Enjoy the company of others now, instead of spending every moment strategizing on how best to climb the ladder of success. You can enrich your life in intangible ways by simply being with the ones you love.
You’re likely to enjoy a busy day that is chock full of fun distractions, chatty friends and fascinating ideas. However, the good times could get out of hand and you might wish that there wasn’t so much noise in your environment. Nevertheless, you may not be able to change the magnitude of events now. Instead of trying to limit your activities, enjoy the sense of spontaneity while it lasts. Make the most of the moment by flowing with the energy until it settles back down.
You could sacrifice quality for quantity today, so it’s crucial to remember that more of something isn’t necessarily better. Although it’s tempting, you might not need a second helping of dessert or another drink. Developing one fantastic idea is more useful now than being distracted by lots of mediocre ones. Overindulging can lead to non-productivity and even unpleasant consequences. Paradoxically, fulfilling your most basic needs enables you to stay on a healthy track. One brilliant inspiration is all you need to create a masterpiece.
You might place too many unrealistic expectations on your boss or coworkers today. Even if you receive recognition for your accomplishments, it’s not wise to think that this trend will continue unabated. Instead of trying to please everyone by taking on more work than you can possibly handle, setting boundaries now enables you to be more effective. Your smartest strategy is to demonstrate excellence at one or two things rather than mediocrity at many. The satisfaction of a job well done may be your most satisfying reward.
Nearly everything seems to be coming up roses today, yet you can be misled by your own enthusiasm. Jovial Jupiter squares the glorious Sun, shining in your 5th House of Fun and Games, empowering you to turn both sides of the street into the sunny side. However, making time to explore the shadows is not the same thing as being a Negative Nelly; it’s smart to take a realistic approach. Acknowledging the truth now can prevent unseen problems down the road.
Keeping your thoughts to yourself is challenging today because the idea of sharing your wisdom makes you smile. However, other people might not want to see the whole picture now. They are lost in their bubbles of fantasy, believing that everything will somehow sort itself out just in time. Nevertheless, your practical nature enables you to assess the situation in an objective manner. Wait until the afternoon to tell your story, for your words gain power throughout the day. However, keep your expectations to a minimum; you can lead a horse to water but you can’t make it drink.
You may feel uneasy today if everything appears to be flowing along smoothly because you don’t fully trust your current optimism. You’re worried that you might be missing a significant piece of the puzzle — and this is actually a real possibility. Practicing a little self-restraint early in the day could bring a more solid boost of confidence later — one you can truly rely on. Remember, even if you want to race to the finish line now, managing your progress assures sustainable stability.
Go out and treat yourself to something special today. Although you may be tempted to spend more than you should in the name of pleasure, the price of your purchase is not as important now as what you acquire. Remember, this isn’t about making an astute investment or a lucrative deal. It’s simply time to honor your inner child with a fun toy or a beautiful gift. Fortunately, a little self-indulgence doesn’t have to break the bank if you choose wisely.
Maria DeSimone on the topics of grand cross, blogs, astrologyThe last three transfers of monthly power — December 2013 to January 2014, January to February 2014, February to March 2014 — have been intense and discordant, for the most part. And now the morphing of March into April 2014 is another case in point. Earthlings are still dealing with the repercussions of Sunday’s fiery Aries New Moon (where radical-change agent Uranus and peace-and-respect loving Juno were close by in the zodiac) — followed by yesterday’s out-of-the-box enhancing Sun-Uranus parallel. Now the stakes are graduating upward as Venus opposes Pallas (12:04AM) and the Sun squares Jupiter (12:40AM). To have two key, feminine celestial bodies form a polarity while the two largest spheres in our solar system are engaging in a clash of the titans is no laughing matter. It is wise to be ready for anything and to avoid over-optimism and hubris. Adding more fuel to today’s fire is a Mercury-Mars parallel (3:16PM) — similar to a conjunction in the zodiac. Lower your tone in conversations and strive to be a sensitive listener. Enjoying gardening, cooking, baking, and being pragmatic on the business front make sense under rock-solid Taurus Moon. Before the next cosmic uncertainty arrives early on April 2, take advantage of insights streaming in on the investment planning front as Venus trines Vesta in air signs (11:04PM). Sisterhood and fellowship gatherings can prove illuminating. [Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Daylight Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]
The New Moon is a time best suited for new beginnings! For the first 48 hours following the exact time of the New Moon each month, a window of opportunity opens for making wishes that, if noted, come true in the days and months ahead. There is a tremendous amount of enthusiasm in the atmosphere, making it a great time to go forward and begin projects that you feel instinctively attracted to initiating. Follow your impulses and let yourself make new starts in areas that are important to you.
These incense may be used when additional information or insight is needed either in specific circumstances or on a day-to-day basis. They would also be good to used during visualiation.
Gain Knowledge and Wisdom Incense 1
¼ part Angelica
¼ part Vervain
1 part Sage
½ part Solomon’s Seal
Knowledge and Wisdom Incense 2
1 part Solomon’s Seal
¼ part Benzoin Resin
½ part Vervain
½ part Cloves
½ part Bay
This one I threw in just for the heck of it. We all have days when we feel down in the dumps and the entire world is against us. When you get these feelings like I do, mix up the following and watch your mood quickly change.
‘Poor Me’ Incense
½ part Cloves
¼ part Juniper
2 parts Willow
1/8 part Menthol
Few drops of Eucalyptus Oil
Few drops of Wintergreen Oil
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Natural Magic: Spells, Enchantments & Self-Development Pamela Ball
In this technique you are combining knowledge from several disciplines. You are developing your powers of perception through the chakras but also using plant magic and candle magic as well.
If you have a serious problem in life, barley, which is sacred to Jupiter and to Demeter, attracts their help. Star anise is used to increase intuition. If you can find a whole pod in the shape of a perfect star, you can carry it to clarify your purpose and direction in life.
YOU WILL NEED
Barley
Star Anise
Purple Candle
METHOD
Sit quietly for a few minutes, outlining the problem to yourself and the Gods To gain insight and vision concentrate on your Third Eye or Brow Chakra. Inscribe some words about the situation onto the candle.
Surround the candle with a circle of uncooked barley. Place a perfect star anise inside the circle of barley. When the candle has completely burned out, place the star anise under your pillow to gain insight in your dreams. You can also carry the star anise with you to lead you in the right direction.
As you become more proficient and the qualities of the Third Eye develop you will find that you not only develop clairvoyance but also the type of insights mentioned above.
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Natural Magic: Spells, Enchantments & Self-Development Pamela Ball
Creative visualization is the art of allowing the mind sufficient freedom to produce a symbol or picture which is meaningful to nobody else but you. It does not have to be ornate – indeed you will find the simpler the better. Sometimes the image will come to you in meditation, sometimes in dreams and sometimes will arise spontaneously apparently of its own volition.
As a general rule there are seven stages of creative visualization. These are as follows:
1. Setting the scene in as much detail as you can.
2. Visualizing objectively yourself and others taking part in your scenario.
3. Refining the detail, rejecting things that are obviously not feasible or are over the top, and accepting and adding additional detail where possible.
4. Seeing, feeling and sensing yourself participating in your visualization.
5. Testing your doubts and fears. These may range from ‘Have I the right to expect this?’ to ‘Someone will stop me….’ and taking in a huge range of similar such statements in between – even down to ‘Do I really want this?’
6. Accepting that whatever you are visualizing can happen for you in the here and now. You are giving yourself an acceptable present.
7. Taking responsibility for allowing your visualization to happen. You have, and can have, a sustainable future.
You can often gain tremendous insight into your own and other people’s motivation through this process and it is, of course, an invaluable tool in making things happen in a positive way. Here we use it to remove problems, but it could equally be used to create good things for yourself and others.
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Natural Magic: Spells, Enchantments & Self-Development Pamela BallApril 1st
April Fools’ Day, the classic Festival of Fools ruled over by the Norse trickster God Loki. In the rural countryside of Scotland this is “hunt the gawk day” (cuckoo-hence fool) and a time to send friends on pointless errands for articles such as pigeons’ milk, hens’ teeth, and elbow grease.
The origin of the day are uncertain, but it may have originated in France. It was the custom on this day to fool the evil spirits that were believed to be about so that they would not interfere with fertility—a necessity in ancient times.
Archangel: Samael
Candle colour: Red
Incenses: Dragon’s blood or cinnamon
Crystals: Jasper or garnet
Use Tuesdays for spells for courage, change, independence in home or business life, for overcoming seemingly impossible odds and for passion.
Where possible, work near a fire or a bonfire or with a huge red beeswax candle as a focus; alternatively work next to a flowerbed or large vase of red, orange and/or yellow flowers.
Current Moon for April 1st
Waxing Crescent, 5% of Full
The Moon’s Astrological Place & Its’ Association with the Body
April 1st Taurus “Bull” Sign in the Neck
Fishing Calendar
Fishing Is Forecasted Poor in the Evening
Gardening Calendar
Favorable day for planting beans, corn, cotton, tomatoes, peppers, and other aboveground crops.
April 1st is Best for…..
Cutting firewood, cutting hair to increase growth, mowing to increase growth, digging holes, waxing floors, painting, getting married, advertising to see. buying clothes, buying a home.
Magickal Intentions: Courage, Physical Strength, Revenge, Military Honors, Surgery and the Breaking of Negative Spells, Matrimony, War, Enemies, Prison, Vitality and Assertiveness
Incense: Dragon’s Blood, Patchouli
Planet: Mars
Sign: Aries and Scorpio
Angel: Samuel
Colors: Red and Orange
Herbs/Plants: Red Rose, Cock’s Comb, Pine, Daisy, Thyme and Pepper
Stones: Carnelian, Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet and Pink Tourmaline
Oil: (Mars) Basil, Coriander, Ginger
Mars rules Tuesday. The energies of this day best harmonize with efforts of masculine vibration, such as conflict, physical endurance and strength, lust, hunting, sports, and all types of competition. Use them, too, for rituals involving surgical procedures or political ventures.
Tuesday (Mars): Passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.
Waxing Moon
The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Sign: Aries
Aries: Good for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.
Moon enters Taurus 1:20 am
Taurus: Things begun now last the longest, tend to increase in value, and become hard to alter. Brings out appreciation for beauty and sensory experience.
Incense: Geranium
Color: Black
May our lives, every thought and every action be inspired by your wisdom. May we undertake life’s journey with courage and humility and create a sanctuary on this plane for thy glorious presence. So Mote It Be Source: Natural Magic: Spells, Enchantments & Self-Development
Pamela Ball
Ha, ha, ha! Did I get ya’? I can’t help I am still a big kid! So far I have been lucky, I haven’t had any April Fool tricks pulled on me “yet.” Probably because I have avoided people, lol! At least, if you are like me and can’t resist doing something foolish, do it today. Because if you forget and do it tomorrow, the old saying is, “you are the biggest fool of all!” Get all the foolishness out of your system, do it today!
Have fun and a super, foolish April Fool’s Day! Goddess Bless!
Luv & Hugs,
Lady A
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