Astronomy Picture of the Day

Source: apod.nasa.gov

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2024 July 7

Iridescent Clouds over Sweden

Image Credit: Goran StrandExplanation: Why are these clouds multi-colored? A relatively rare phenomenon in clouds known as iridescence can bring up unusual colors vividly — or even a whole spectrum of colors simultaneously. These polar stratospheric clouds also, known as nacreous and mother-of-pearl clouds, are formed of small water droplets of nearly uniform size. When the Sun is in the right position and, typically, hidden from direct view, these thin clouds can be seen significantly diffracting sunlight in a nearly coherent manner, with different colors being deflected by different amounts. Therefore, different colors will come to the observer from slightly different directions. Many clouds start with uniform regions that could show iridescence but quickly become too thick, too mixed, or too angularly far from the Sun to exhibit striking colors. The featured image and an accompanying video were taken late in 2019 over OstersundSweden.

8 July 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions for the Southern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

Moon Phase

The current moon phase for July 8th, 2024 is the Waxing Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 2.49 days old and 6.12% illuminated with a tilt of 143.385°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 396,404.82 km and the moon sign is Leo.

The Moon phase for July 8th, 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: 2.49 days

Moon illumination: 6.12%

Moon tilt: 143.385°

Moon angle: 0.5

Moon distance: 396,404.82 km

Moon sign: Leo

Planetary Positions

Easter Island, Chile

July 08, 2024
06:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM EAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:17 Cancer 03
Moon:19 Leo 55
Mercury:10 Leo 04
Venus:26 Cancer 24
Mars:21 Taurus 30
Jupiter:09 Gemini 52
Saturn:19 Pisces 22 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 03
Neptune:29 Pisces 55 Rx
Pluto:01 Aquarius 13 Rx

True Lunar Node:10 Aries 15 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:10 Aries 50 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):01 Libra 02

Chiron:23 Aries 24
Ceres:13 Capricorn 50 Rx
Pallas:19 Scorpio 47 Rx
Juno:19 Virgo 58
Vesta:08 Leo 17

Eris:25 Aries 29

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:3
Water:5
Cardinal:8
Fixed:7
Mutable:4

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

July 08, 2024
02:00 am GMT 12:00  PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:16 Cancer 25
Moon:11 Leo 38
Mercury:09 Leo 03
Venus:25 Cancer 35
Mars:21 Taurus 02
Jupiter:09 Gemini 44
Saturn:19 Pisces 22 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 02
Neptune:29 Pisces 55 Rx
Pluto:01 Aquarius 13 Rx

True Lunar Node:10 Aries 21 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:10 Aries 52 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Libra 58

Chiron:23 Aries 23
Ceres:13 Capricorn 58 Rx
Pallas:19 Scorpio 47 Rx
Juno:19 Virgo 47
Vesta:07 Leo 59

Eris:25 Aries 29

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:3
Water:5
Cardinal:8
Fixed:7
Mutable:4

Cape Town, South Africa

July 08, 2024
10:00 am GMT 12:00 PM SAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:16 Cancer 44
Moon:15 Leo 47
Mercury:09 Leo 33
Venus:25 Cancer 59
Mars:21 Taurus 16
Jupiter:09 Gemini 48
Saturn:19 Pisces 22 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 03
Neptune:29 Pisces 55 Rx
Pluto:01 Aquarius 13 Rx

True Lunar Node:10 Aries 18 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:10 Aries 51 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):01 Libra 00

Chiron:23 Aries 23
Ceres:13 Capricorn 54 Rx
Pallas:19 Scorpio 47 Rx
Juno:19 Virgo 53
Vesta:08 Leo 08

Eris:25 Aries 29

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:3
Water:5
Cardinal:8
Fixed:7
Mutable:4

July 7, 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions for the Northern Hemispheres

Source: nineplanets.org

Moon Phase

The current moon phase for today is the Waxing Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 1.46 days old and 2.09% illuminated with a tilt of 131.981°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 392,579.82 km and the moon sign is Leo.

The Moon phase for today 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: 1.46 days

Moon illumination: 2.09%

Moon tilt: 131.981°

Moon angle: 0.51

Moon distance: 392,579.82 km

Moon sign: Leo

Current Planetary Positions

Los Angels, CA

July 07, 2024
07:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:16 Cancer 08
Moon:07 Leo 58
Mercury:08 Leo 36
Venus:25 Cancer 13
Mars:20 Taurus 49
Jupiter:09 Gemini 40
Saturn:19 Pisces 23 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 01
Neptune:29 Pisces 55 Rx
Pluto:01 Aquarius 14 Rx

True Lunar Node:10 Aries 25 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:10 Aries 53 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Libra 56

Chiron:23 Aries 23
Ceres:14 Capricorn 02 Rx
Pallas:19 Scorpio 48 Rx
Juno:19 Virgo 42
Vesta:07 Leo 51

Eris:25 Aries 29

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:3
Water:5
Cardinal:8
Fixed:7
Mutable:4

Chicago, IL

July 07, 2024
05:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:16 Cancer 04
Moon:06 Leo 55
Mercury:08 Leo 28
Venus:25 Cancer 07
Mars:20 Taurus 46
Jupiter:09 Gemini 39
Saturn:19 Pisces 23 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 01
Neptune:29 Pisces 55 Rx
Pluto:01 Aquarius 14 Rx

True Lunar Node:10 Aries 25 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:10 Aries 53 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Libra 55

Chiron:23 Aries 23
Ceres:14 Capricorn 03 Rx
Pallas:19 Scorpio 48 Rx
Juno:19 Virgo 40
Vesta:07 Leo 49

Eris:25 Aries 29

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:3
Water:5
Cardinal:8
Fixed:7
Mutable:4

London, England

July 07, 2024
11:00 am GMT 12:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:15 Cancer 49
Moon:03 Leo 45
Mercury:08 Leo 05
Venus:24 Cancer 49
Mars:20 Taurus 35
Jupiter:09 Gemini 36
Saturn:19 Pisces 23 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 00
Neptune:29 Pisces 56 Rx
Pluto:01 Aquarius 14 Rx

True Lunar Node:10 Aries 28 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:10 Aries 54 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Libra 54

Chiron:23 Aries 23
Ceres:14 Capricorn 07 Rx
Pallas:19 Scorpio 48 Rx
Juno:19 Virgo 36
Vesta:07 Leo 42

Eris:25 Aries 29

Fire:7
Earth:4
Air:3
Water:5
Cardinal:8
Fixed:7
Mutable:4

July 7, 2024 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

A feel-good day! This is wonderful day to enjoy flirtations and romantic outings. Actually, all social activity will please you including sports events, fun times with children, the arts, mini vacations, plus a chance to enjoy the creative output of other talented people.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is a great day to entertain at home. (Plus, you know that people like to be invited to your table.) Stock the fridge and invite friends and family over! If you serve good food and drink, everyone will be happy. This could lead to an expansion of your family, in some way.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today you’re optimistic and upbeat! Because you’re in such a positive frame of mind, you will be happy. Not only that, others will enjoy your company because people like to be around happy people. It’s the perfect day for a short trip. Strong day for writers and people in sales, teaching and acting.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Financial matters will benefit you today. Keep your eyes open. You might see ways to boost your income; however, if you’re spending money, you might be pleased with your purchases. Something to do with friends and groups might also benefit you in practical or financial terms.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is a lovely day because the Moon is in your sign dancing with lucky Jupiter, which encourages domestic peace and happiness and a positive outlook. This is also a good time for any kind of business, especially dealing with groups or friends. (You’ll be laughing all the way to the bank.)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This is a feel-good day because the Moon is hiding in your chart in a very pleasant place. That’s why you have a warm feeling in your tummy. Personally, you’re excited about big plans that you can see opening up for you in the near future. Life is good.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Enjoy the company of friends plus, groups and organizations today because you’re in a sociable mood. You will love talking to people from other cultures. You might make travel plans for the future. You have a strong urge right now (that will last throughout this year) to expand your world!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You’re high viz. today. People notice you more than usual. The good news is that the way they see you is very positive. You appear to them to be confident, successful and affluent (even if you aren’t). Since appearances are everything – play this card to your advantage!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today you want adventure and stimulation! Different people or new ideas in your life. You need to break free from routine. Obviously, travel will be an excellent choice. Why not be a tourist in your own neighbourhood?

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Financial matters favour you today. Explore ideas about how to share something because the result will be in your favour. This is also a good day to discuss wills, inheritances and jointly-held property. If you need an increased budget or equipment at work – ask for it.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Because you feel warm hearted to friends, spouses and partners, relations with others will be successful today. You might join forces to make improvements at home or within your family. You’ll enjoy dealing with children. Grab a vacation getaway.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You feel healthy and alert today! You’re also ready to work because you have an upbeat energy. Do be aware that if you work in conjunction with others, you’ll get more done. This is a great day to make home improvements as well.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Comedian Jim Gaffigan (1966) shares your birthday today. You are a creative dreamer who has an amazing imagination. Your open honesty makes you appealing to others. This year is about creating solid foundations in your life. Work to build external and internal structures. Simplicity is the key for you this year. Physical exercise will be important to you.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

You are going to benefit from your instincts today and they will probably guide you towards what you should and shouldn’t be doing and not only as some sort of moral compass but also something more refined than that.

Deep inside you know yourself best but you sometimes let other things stand in the way of pure decisions and today this won’t be the case.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You seem to put a great interest in material affairs and despite this Sunday you will continue with your work or research on this matter.

Surely, those around you will either support or tell you politely that you need to slow down with that. Ultimately it is your choice but you don’t want to be on the wrong foot with them just because of this.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

There can be some changes done today, especially in your love life so don’t be afraid to ask for what you want or to have an honest talk with your partner.

Other than that, quite an easy day, you can do things that you like and as well prepare for the following week and in general not feel hurried by time as you usually do.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You seem to be quite calm and actually enjoying yourself. Not really sure whether it is the Sunday atmosphere, you waking up in a good mood or actually for some natives, reaching to a level where you are finally happy with yourself.

There might still be some lessons that you will have to learn, but nothing too serious.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Couple wise, things seem to be in the right place for many natives but in some of these cases, at a deeper level, there might be some things everyone is holding as a grudge or similar for their partner and not everyone has the best intentions.

Try to surface anything that might be underneath and might sabotage your relationship.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Quite a humanitarian approach from your side today and you will see that this will bring you some satisfaction and some sense of relief.

At the same time, there might be some reasons to celebrate between you and your partner and this will make you feel even more at peace with yourself and ready to help the world.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You should offer yourself this Sunday to have a rest before next week kicks in, especially if that announces to be quite busy.

Meanwhile, you might also reconnect with a hobby or some activity you enjoyed doing and this will surely keep you busy for part of the day. Also spend time with your family if possible.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This is a great day to use for practicalities, especially at home so do take advantage of the free time you might have.

At the same time you need to be careful to the way you are spending your money and running any kind of project you might be involved in because you tend to be quite despotic and people don’t often like that.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You seem to be very energetic today but at the same time you might let yourself quickly influenced by others and this will soon reduce your productivity.

Don’t listen as much to what they have to say, only if they are people you surely trust. Have more confidence in yourself and as long as you haven’t tried something on your own don’t admit it can’t be done.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is going to be a day in which you focus on your family and even chase them just to get the chance to spend some time with them.

Although it might look like a good idea to you, for some of them it might mean interrupting or delaying their own plans and this surely won’t make them happy or too responsive to your ideas.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You might wish to have more energy than you do today and would like to get involved in more things but will not end up doing so perhaps and this will bring your mood down.

Don’t take it on everyone else because this isn’t their fault but do make sure you have tried all it takes to have a good day and only then complain.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Financially speaking this might be quite a difficult day with you not being able to tend to all the things you would like to do because you might be on a tight budget actually.

Instead of complaining and spoiling not only your fun but also that of those around, maybe you should find ways to go round this minor setback.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, July 7 to Saturday, July 13, 2024

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All Signs

Mercury retrograde alert: Mercury will be retrograde for August, so now is the time to buy ground transportation (cars, trucks, bikes), computers and cell phones. The sooner the better because by July 21, Mercury will start slowing down before it goes retrograde on August 4. Forewarned is forearmed! Meanwhile, this week, we have boundless energy to apply to problem-solving and brainstorming brilliant ideas. Yay! Cooperation with others and the courage to think big will bring productivity and results. This means we can get a lot done! But lo! Thursday will be one of the most romantic days of the year! It will overflow with passion and poetry. Make plans to do something with that special person in your life. My bathroom mirror will be covered in kisses.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a wonderful week for hard work and productivity. You’ll make meaningful progress doing home repairs, home renovations or home improvements. It’s a productive time to explore real-estate opportunities as well as real-estate speculation. Home businesses will be efficient and productive. Meanwhile, discussions with family members, especially parents and older relatives, will be helpful to you. This is a playful week for you as well! Although some of you will have ambitious ideas about vacations, the hospitality industry, and anything to do with the entertainment world. Entertain at home on Thursday, which is a loving, idealistic, romantic day. Light candles. Pop some bubbly.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is a busy pleasant week. With Mars still in your sign, you’re pumped with energy! Nevertheless, with Venus in your House of Communications, you’ll be sweetness and light with everyone. (This is a powerful combination that will get what you want.) Enjoy schmoozing with others, especially siblings. Plans with family are ambitious and exciting. (This might apply to anything you want to do with family members including plans for repairs and home renovations.) Someone older, perhaps a friend or a member of a group, will have practical advice for you this week. Listen because it might be helpful to you. Thursday is a wonderful romantic day! You’ll feel so good, you’ll appreciate being alive and be grateful for your surroundings.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This is a strong money week. For starters, you’re enthusiastic this week, which means you’re entertaining big ideas, some of which might be business related, especially about how to boost your income. In addition, you can also attract money to you this week, so be on the lookout for this welcome opportunity. Right now, you impress bosses, parents and authority figures with your practical ideas and self-discipline. Don’t hesitate to share your thoughts about reorganizing things or establishing an overall plan for making something run more smoothly. Although Thursday is a lovely, romantic day, you might also want to purchase art objects and beautiful things like lovely clothing or jewelry. Enjoy!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This will be productive week for you, which means you will get a lot done. In part, this is because you have long-range practical plans. In addition, advice about legal matters and possibly medical or educational issues will turn out to be beneficial for you. Some of you will also make long-range travel plans for this year. Meanwhile, you’re optimistic because you have big money ideas and hopes for the future. “There’s gold in them thar hills!” Physical activity and competition with others might rev your engines. Do make time on Thursday to enjoy romance and lovely interactions with others, especially people who are different or from other cultures because this will be rewarding.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is a productive week. You might choose to work alone or behind the scenes. Perhaps others might not even be aware of your accomplishments. (No matter.) Despite your penchant for privacy this week, you will be enthusiastic about sharing your overall plans for the future with someone. That’s because you feel optimistic about many possibilities. Business negotiations with others will be successful. This is actually a great week to study something that intrigues you. Thursday is a romantic day; however, your compassion and sympathy for those who are less fortunate will also be strong. Do what you can because you are a generous sign. (Remember: True generosity is giving what is needed.)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You’re popular! This week you might have serious, practical discussions with a partner or close friend. These discussions could be about achieving practical goals in the future or securing something so that it is more dependable. Because you have a strong desire to travel, as well as explore further education, these discussions could relate to these areas as well. However, it’s not just that you are in a practical frame of mind (which you are) – this week, you are also quietly confident and enthusiastic about something. This is why relations with others, especially friends and creative contacts, will be quite beautiful and personally rewarding. Be open to sweet romance on Thursday.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Hello Libra! You still look fabulous in the eyes of others because the Sun is at the top of your chart (which happens once a year for four weeks) and this symbolizes that you’re in a flattering spotlight. In addition, this week others will see you as practical, reliable, conscientious and honest. (An excellent game face.) Obviously, you can use this to negotiate with others or ask for what you want, especially if it is work-related. Interactions with younger people, whether they are friends, acquaintances or members of groups will be upbeat and exciting. You might learn something new. Meanwhile, Thursday’s romantic energy could boost a flirtation with a boss or a romance with someone older or more established. (Someone is impressed by you.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This is a high-energy time for you because you’re excited about life and looking for ways to expand your world through travel or further education. You want to make something happen! In particular, you might have ideas related to the arts, publishing, the media or reaching out to others in a special way. You might share your ambitious ideas with bosses and important people to get their feedback. This week in particular, because your appreciation of beauty is heightened, you’ll be fascinated by everything to do with the arts as well as beautiful ideas, ideologies and concepts. Many of you will become romantically involved with someone from another culture, certainly someone “different.”

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is a propitious time for you because financial advantages are waiting in the wings for you. For example, money, inheritances, gifts and advantages from others might come to you. You might see ways to solidify your home scene or improve where you live in a way that secures your future. You might be enthusiastic about studying and learning something new. What excites you might be something to do with travel or dealing with foreign countries. It might also be a publishing project or a chance to get further education. You’re working exceptionally hard now but you are accomplishing a lot. This Thursday offers you wonderful opportunities for passionate romance and warm affection, which will be meaningful. No question.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your relationships with partners (personal and professional) and close friends are important to you right now. Many of you are having serious discussions that have long-term benefits or repercussions. In addition, conversations and dealings with inheritances, shared property and jointly-held assets will benefit you. In fact, this is an excellent time to ask for an increase to your budget, or for better equipment related to your job because you will likely get it. Work-related travel is likely for many of you as well. Do make plans to do something special on Thursday with someone you care about because this is a sweet, affectionate, romantic day where feelings are idealized. Your dealings with someone will be meaningful and gratifying.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Issues related to your job will be rewarding for you this week. For starters, you will be focused and willing to work hard. You will pay attention to detail. You will want to get better organized and you will have a long-range view of things. Much of your planning will be related to earnings and assets. Fortunately, your discussions with a friend or a partner will encourage you to think big. You might see that some of the reasons you have held back from doing something were simply in your own head. Meanwhile, increased activity and confusion on the home front require your attention. (If you create better order at home, every aspect of your life will benefit.) A work-related romance will spring up for some of you – definitely.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This week is romantic, playful and fun-loving! Give yourself permission to enjoy life and take some time off for social outings, sports, as well as opportunities to enjoy the arts and playful times with children. Work-related travel is likely for many of you. Meanwhile, something might trigger big ideas that you want to explore that are related to your job, and in a few cases, these ideas might be related to your health. It will be easy for you to express yourself to others because your conversational style is direct and convincing! Meanwhile, Thursday is one of the most romantic days of the year and you’re in the mood for romance!

Crystal, Gems, and Stones Meanings and Magickal Usage – Blue Crystals – Printable

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Some of the Witchcraft/Magicakl Correspondences for Wednesday

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Source: AncientPathway.com

Wednesday
Magickal Intentions:
Communication, Divination, Writing, Knowledge, Business Transactions, Debt, Fear,Loss, Travel, Money Matters
Incense:
Jasmine
Lavender
Sweet Pea
Planet:
Mercury
Chiron
Sign:
Virgo
Angel:
Colors:
Orange
Light Blue
Grey
Yellow
Violet
Herbs/Plants:
Fern
Lavender
Hazel
Cherry
Perriwinkle
Stones:
Aventurine
Bloodstone
Hematitie
Moss Agate
Sodalite

Source: plentifulearth.com

Planet: Mercury

Element: Air

Gender: Masculine

Deities: Athena, Hermes, Lugh, Mercury, Odin, Woden

Colors: Yellow, Silver, Gray, Purple, Orange, Mixed Colors

Crystals: Agates, Amber, Aventurine, Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Mercury/Quicksilver, Pumice, Sodalite, Zinc

Herbs & Plants: Aspen Trees, Ferns, Lavender, Lilies, Periwinkle

Incenses: Eucalyptus, Mercury Oil, Jasmine, Lavender, Sweetpea

Energies & Associations: Answers, Arts, Business Transaction, Chance, Charisma, Communication, Creativity, Debt, Divination, Education, Fear, Flexibility, Fortune, Gambling, Luck, Mental Health, Psychic Work, Quickness, Study, Summoning Spirits, Swiftness, Teaching, Travel, Work, Writing

4 July 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere

Southern Hemisphere

4 July 2024

The current moon phase for July 4th, 2024 is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 27.86 days old and 3.35% illuminated with a tilt of -37.619°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 380,993.99 km and the moon sign is Gemini.

The Moon phase for July 4th, 2024 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 27.86 days

Moon illumination: 3.35%

Moon tilt: -37.619°

Moon angle: 0.52

Moon distance: 380,993.99 km

Moon sign: Gemini

July 2, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

Northern Hemisphere

July 3, 2024

The current moon phase for today is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 26.82 days old and 8.62% illuminated with a tilt of -49.339°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 377,784.92 km and the moon sign is Gemini.

The Moon phase for today is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 26.82 days

Moon illumination: 8.62%

Moon tilt: -49.339°

Moon angle: 0.53

Moon distance: 377,784.92 km

Moon sign: Gemini

July3, 2024 Birthday Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Don’t go looking for trouble today because it can easily find you. Steer clear of arguments with authority figures, siblings, relatives and neighbours. Likewise, parents must be patient with kids who are having hissy fits or meltdowns. It’s one of those days.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Avoid power struggles with bosses, parents and authority figures, especially the police today because things could get nasty in a New York minute. You might also have financial challenges or someone older might create problems for you, especially a friend or a member of a group.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This is a poor day to ask for permission or approval from parents and authority figures. Their response will likely be, “Talk to the hand.” Meanwhile, be smart and avoid controversial topics when talking to neighbours, siblings and relatives because you might be surprised at the response. Take it easy.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

People might be grumpy today, including you. This is not necessarily the case but there is a strong chance because the vibes are sort of negative today. Be smart and avoid power struggles about financial matters, earnings, cash flow and something you own. Postpone these discussions for another day.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today you’re obsessed about getting to the bottom of something. You will leave no stone unturned. However, this could create an argument with a spouse, partner or friend. In fact, a dispute with a friend about shared property might make things even worse. Stay chill.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

By nature, you’re an excellent researcher because you have a wonderful eye for detail; plus, you have an organized mind. Today is the perfect day to ferret out any kind of hidden information or discover solutions to old problems because you won’t give up until you find what you’re looking for. Be polite with authority.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Steer clear of controversial subjects today because these discussions will discourage you. In fact, discussions with friends and groups might also become obsessive about something. Admittedly, you might be right in the middle. Don’t go overboard. And don’t promise more than you can deliver.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Power struggles with police, parents and authority figures might take place today unless you pull back a little and demonstrate grace under pressure. Don’t get involved! Arguments about shared possessions or shared property might be nasty. Stay chill.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Quite a few people are a bit obsessed today, which is why this is a poor day to discuss controversial subjects like politics and religion. You might even be at odds with a partner or close friend about a domestic issue. Distance yourself from these difficulties. Stay positive. (And happy.)

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Discussions about inheritances, shared property, taxes and debt might become intense today because people are obsessively focused about what they want. This could create difficulties for you with someone at work. Possibly even difficulties related to your health? Avoid these problems if you can.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Be patient with partners and close friends today because it’s easy to go off track and be at loggerheads. Social occasions might be challenging. Likewise romance or something to do with your kids might also be problematic. Look for a win-win solution. Don’t be part of the problem.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You might be focused about work-related issues today (or something to do with your health or even a pet). If so, you can use this energy to accomplish a lot. Or, this strong, even compulsive energy, could get you in trouble. Be patient with family today. Look for the good in a situation.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Tom Cruise (1962) shares your birthday today. You’re philosophical, authoritative and observant about your surroundings. You’re an idealist who is interested in people. This is a year of completion and endings. Take inventory of your life. It might be time to let go of people, places and things from the past that held you back.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is going to be a day with great potential for natives who prepared their lessons beforehand but a difficult day for all the other natives who are still struggling or who decided to leave things to faith.

Today is in no way a day where you leave things unattended or just hope for the best, because you will be punished for that.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You are going to be quite humorous today and always prepared with a good word and surely those around you will appreciate that.

Meanwhile, you will also have to struggle a bit to maintain your optimism, especially in case you don’t really have a plan B to meet the changes that are going to take place later on.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You seem to be quite energetic and don’t really mind what you have to do today, regardless of whether you used to like this activity or you dread it.

Maybe there is a bit of love going on and cause of this good mood of yours. Just stick to this and make sure you count your blessings because this announces to be a good day.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

The current disposition won’t ask you too many things about your plans for the day, especially not before managing to ruin them.

So be careful what you plan on doing and if things are not important, maybe it’s not such a bad idea to postpone them. However, if you do have something important to solve today, make sure you also have a plan B.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You need not count too much on technology today because it will probably act a bit funny around you. Try to be as dynamic as usual and mind your own business but at the same time keep an eye on things you aren’t sure of.

In terms of communications, always check whether your emails have been sent properly, especially in the first hours of the morning.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

If you have been postponing a certain event for long now, for instance a visit at the doctor or dealing with some bureaucratic things, maybe it’s time you confront your fears or anxiety and just go with it.

You will be surprised by the fact it might not be as bad as you’d imagined, plus the very enjoyable relief you will feel afterwards.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Try not to repeat some past mistakes today, especially because we are referring to some practical matters.

Meanwhile you can also work in a very productive manner if you just leave other thoughts aside and this will only require just a bit of motivation from you. Other than that, quite a peaceful day without too much trouble if you temper yourself.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is a day when you can dream and aim high and chances are something out of the ordinary might even happen if you really want it to and work towards it.

So keep your mind open and just show others how passionate you are about what you are doing or how fiercely you want something. Who knows who will help you with that.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is going to be a day of paying debt, either physical one, like money or a more spiritual one, like help you were given and that you should now return.

Make sure that no matter how busy today is for you, you’ll remember who was there for you when you needed it and that you do the same now, even offer to help if you are not asked.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You need to let some things cool down and not continue with the same argument all over again. In some respects, you already did what you could do while in some others, no matter how much you will continue trying, little result will come as some people will never understand or change.

Just mind your own activities and try to relax.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

The situation might spin a bit out of control emotionally, especially if you let it and chances are this is what you are going to do.

Whether this is on purpose or just because you are trying to find justice for yourself or for someone close, be sure that you will take things to a different level, a level you will find hard to turn back from.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

July 2 and 3, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

Source: nineplanets.org

Northern Hemisphere

July 2, 2024

The current moon phase for today is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 25.78 days old and 16.12% illuminated with a tilt of -57.413°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 375,079.04 km and the moon sign is Taurus.

The Moon phase for today is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 25.78 days

Moon illumination: 16.12%

Moon tilt: -57.413°

Moon angle: 0.53

Moon distance: 375,079.04 km

Moon sign: Taurus

Southern Hemisphere

3 July 2024

The current moon phase for July 3rd, 2024 is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 26.82 days old and 8.62% illuminated with a tilt of -49.339°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 377,784.92 km and the moon sign is Gemini.

The Moon phase for July 3rd, 2024 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 26.82 days

Moon illumination: 8.62%

Moon tilt: -49.339°

Moon angle: 0.53

Moon distance: 377,784.92 km

Moon sign: Gemini

Bad but Goodish Day

I apologize for not getting today’s and monthly posts up today. My plan was finish mowing our approximately ¼ acre of yard but after having 2 bad asthma attacked I had to quit. I have been down the rest of the day because of vertigo and a hard time breathing. I push myself, we’ll push is to strong of a word. Let’s say I talk myself into doing more yard work when grass, trees, mold and other allergens  are higher than is good for me to still toil outside.

Why do I do this?

I get re-engerized quicker when closely interacting with Mother Earth and can feel Ra’s energy filling me up. When filled by this God and Goddess, I will go out at night to ask Luna to impart the wisdom need I need to be a better human, mother, grandmother, wife, friend, and high priestess.

After a day and evening spent with these three deities I work with daily and leaving each an offering with my humble thanks for their help I make sure to have offerings for Kwan Yin and Sirona to thank them for helping me not to hurt as much the next day. I also make and offering to thank Lord Genish for enough income so we can take care of all the things we have to with some leftover for fun.

I was reminded by a very dear friend about 10-12 years ago to say prayer in the morning welcoming the deities I will be working with during that day and to thank them for their help that day. Which I do try to follow daily, but sometimes I am too busy and forget to welcome them the same as forgetting to thank them at night. I need to try setting the same time every morning and evening to ask for help and give them thanks for that help.

The really good part of today is Big Dawg and I finally got our rider mower running. It took us I think 5-7 days 2-5 hours each time to get it running. One more piece to buy, the air filter, hopefully tomorrow and it should be good to go!

I will be back tomorrow to get most of the regular daily posts done and the monthly posts also.

June 30 and July 1, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

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

Source: MoonGiant.com

Northern Hemisphere

June 30, 2024

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

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on June 30 has an illumination of 32%. 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 June 30 the Moon is 23.85 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 32%
Moon Age: 23.85 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 365,862.18 km
Sun Angle: 0.52
Sun Distance: 152,094,860.87 km

Southern Hemisphere

1 July 2024

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

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on July 1 has an illumination of 22%. 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 July 1 the Moon is 24.92 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 22%
Moon Age: 24.92 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 368,702.33 km
Sun Angle: 0.52
Sun Distance: 152,097,076.30 km

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, June 30 to Saturday, July 6, 2024

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All Signs

This week Canadians will celebrate July 1st and Americans will celebrate July 4th. Fortunately, it’s a great week to socialize and strengthen bonds between friends and family members. (It really is. I’m not saying this to sound patriotic.) Here’s the backdrop for these events: We have the Sun and Venus in warm, sensitive Cancer (who can’t throw anything away). Curious Mercury is in Leo, which will lend high drama to our conversations and daily antics. (“OMG! You had to be there!”) Meanwhile, fiery Mars is in Taurus, promoting eating good food – (too much, actually. Especially, that high-end Praline ice cream.) Of course, Jupiter is in Gemini for the next year and Saturn has one more year left in Pisces. Read on to see what’s in store for you. “Th-th-the, th-th-the, the.. That’s all folks!”

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Home and family are your strong focus this week, especially with a parent. You might redecorate and entertain. Family discussions will be about financial matters, perhaps about real estate or real-estate speculation? In fact, your considerations regarding spending money right now are surprisingly sober and conservative because you want guaranteed results for your efforts. You especially want to protect what you have. This is why before you act, you will be patient enough to do some careful planning. You will pay attention to details and make decisions that allow you to work patiently towards goals that will be fulfilled in the future. Oh yeah, you know what you’re doing.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is a busy, social week! Your pace will be fast and filled with short trips, errands, appointments and conversations with neighbours, friends and family members. You’ll be on the go! Fortunately, fiery Mars is in your sign boosting your energy. (This blessing comes along only once every two years for about six weeks so be grateful. In fact, Mars will with you for three more weeks! Vroom, vroom!) One nice thing about this week is life will be agreeable for you. Your dealings with others will be pleasant and light. You might discover there is more love in your world than you had thought. You’ll also enjoy the beauty in your everyday surroundings. Sweet!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Life is good with lucky Jupiter in your sign for the first time in 12 years. This week the Sun and fair Venus are in your Money House, which turns your mind to cash flow and earnings; money in, money out; and probably, you want to buy something special. (Venus in your Money House will heighten your interest in beautiful clothes, jewelry, art objects plus, entertainment. “More bubby! Let’s live it up!”) Having said that, this same impulse will be tempered by the fact that Venus is lined up with Saturn, so these purchases will be probably be long-lasting and relatively practical. It’s a great week to learn and study something new; plus, you’re keen to talk to everyone. Lookin’ swell!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

With the Sun in your sign, you’re in the driver’s seat. You’re ready to take charge, which you will do with diplomacy and charm because Venus is also in your sign. Mercury will promote moneymaking ideas and draw attention to what you really value in life – be it material, intellectual or spiritual. Mercury might make you shop more than usual. It will also encourage financial planning, which is not surprising because you are never casual about money. (You’re a saver.) Mars will pump your energy and your ego as you deal with groups this week. Work with others and look for a win/win solution. If conflict arises, use sports and physical activity to blow off pent-up steam.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This week Mercury is in your sign, making you keen to express your views to the world. Fortunately, people will listen because you will put a great deal of yourself into what you say. Naturally, your mind will be busy jumping from issue to issue very rapidly. Get out and take short trips to shake things up. Your capacity to learn is strong now, so do yourself a favour and sign up for a course or decide to learn something or study a new subject because you’ll enjoy this. Meanwhile, Mars at the top of your chart arouses your ambition, urging you to get things done! That’s nice because the results will please you and make your life easier.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This is a popular week! Enjoy schmoozing with others, especially creative artists. An older acquaintance might introduce you to someone you find attractive in a romantic way. You might also make travel plans with someone or explore higher education, publishing or something to do with medical or legal matters. Many opportunities are available for you right now because with Jupiter at the top of your chart (for the first time in 12 years), you’re experiencing a time of success! In the next 12 months, you can expect a promotion at work or some kind of public recognition or an award because you’re admired and acknowledged. (About time!)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This week you’re thinking about your career, your role in society, and your reputation in your community. You might wonder if you’re going in the direction you want to go? Meanwhile, people notice you now and they admire you. They’re impressed by you, which is why you might be asked to take on increased responsibilities or given power in some way. Don’t worry you can handle this. Meanwhile, romance is favoured, especially with someone older or more established. This is also a good time for practical discussions about how to deal with wills, inheritances and shared property. A younger friend might have interesting input.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Get thee to an airport or jump in the car and start watching those telephone poles going by because you need a change of scenery! If you can’t travel, be a tourist in your own city. The bottom line is that you need to do something different from your normal routine. New mental activity! Stimulation and adventure! It’s a wonderful time to learn something new. However, publishing, writing and any involvement with the law or even medicine might also occur at this time. A new romance with someone who is “different” might also occur. Woot! Discussions with partners and close friends about practical issues, especially related to kids, are likely to happen. Lots to think about.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You can attract money and practical assistance as well as favours from others this week. You might also take a hard look at jointly-held property and anything that you share or own with someone else, including getting a loan. Very likely, assistance will come from an older family member, and in turn, it might benefit your home and family. Certainly, you’re working hard now because you want specific useful results. Despite this practical and financial focus, travel plans definitely appeal! (You know who you are.) Meanwhile, your closest relationships are warm and supportive right now. That’s a blessing.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Many of you are making amazing strides with your health and with your job now. In other words, you’re getting recognition about your work or you’re feeling a greater sense of accomplishment and personal reward connected with your work. If this is not the case, do be aware that you can get a better job this year. Don’t settle for less. This is also an excellent week to practice a skill or hone a technique, perhaps with a musical instrument or in the arts or in sports. This is a strong week for you because serious discussions and focused effort will allow you to accomplish something; and you will like this. Serious discussions about relationships will go well. It’s a solid week.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This week is about your work or your job; or your health; or a pet. These are what hold your attention. Certainly, if you make an effort right now to tackle that To Do list, you will derive considerable satisfaction from doing things well. (This is good to know.) In fact, a work-related romance might spring up for some of you, perhaps with someone of an age difference. Meanwhile, start to get serious about vacation plans this year (or next), especially if you can include your kids because this is a great year to improve your relationship with your kids. Romance is favoured along with social outings, the arts and sports! (All that fun stuff.) Yay! This is what awaits you – get busy making things happen.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Go after what you want this week. Do things that you find entertaining. Get out and have fun. Be open to flirtations and budding romance. That’s because all these exciting possibilities are waiting for you but you will have to get out of bed. In fact, romance with someone of an age difference is highly likely right now. You might even make the first move? This is because you’re a bit strident in your discussions with others while Mars in your House of Communications. Nevertheless, this is also an excellent time for mental work because you will be more attentive to details and you’ll want everything to be as perfect as possible. You will enjoy planning and having discussions with coworkers. It will please you if your life starts getting more tickety-boo!

June 29 and 30, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

Source: nineplanets.org

Northern Hemisphere

June 29, 2024

The current moon phase for June 29th, 2024 is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 22.84 days old and 46.07% illuminated with a tilt of -37.45°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 370,195.55 km and the moon sign is Aries.

The Moon phase for June 29th, 2024 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 22.84 days

Moon illumination: 46.07%

Moon tilt: -37.45°

Moon angle: 0.54

Moon distance: 370,195.55 km

Moon sign: Aries

Southern Hemisphere

30 June 2024

The current moon phase for June 30th, 2024 is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 23.71 days old and 36.33% illuminated with a tilt of -67.454°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 371,214.98 km and the moon sign is Aries.

The Moon phase for June 30th, 2024 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 23.71 days

Moon illumination: 36.33%

Moon tilt: -67.454°

Moon angle: 0.54

Moon distance: 371,214.98 km

Moon sign: Aries

June 29, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere

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Northern Hemisphere

June 29, 2024

The current moon phase for June 29th, 2024 is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 22.84 days old and 46.07% illuminated with a tilt of -37.45°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 370,195.55 km and the moon sign is Aries.

The Moon phase for June 29th, 2024 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 22.84 days

Moon illumination: 46.07%

Moon tilt: -37.45°

Moon angle: 0.54

Moon distance: 370,195.55 km

Moon sign: Aries

June 27 and 28, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

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Northern Hemisphere

June 27, 2024

The current moon phase for today is the Waning Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 20.61 days old and 71.02% illuminated with a tilt of -71.073°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 369,362.14 km and the moon sign is Pisces.

The Moon phase for today is a Waning Gibbous phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon where the illumination of the moon decreases each day until it reaches 50% (the Last Quarter phase).

The waning (shrinking) gibbous Moon will rise after sunset in the east, transit the meridian after midnight, before setting after sunrise in the west.

During this phase, the illumination of the moon will go down from 99.% to 50.1%. Technically, the phase starts as soon as the Full Moon has passed, but it can be difficult to calculate and differentiate the first stage of a Waning Gibbous Moon from a Full Moon when 98-99% of the Moon’s surface is illuminated.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous

Moon age: 20.61 days

Moon illumination: 71.02%

Moon tilt: -71.073°

Moon angle: 0.54

Moon distance: 369,362.14 km

Moon sign: Pisces

Southern Hemisphere

28 June 2024

The current moon phase for June 28th, 2024 is the Last Quarter phase.

On this day, the moon is 21.64 days old and 59.76% illuminated with a tilt of -71.356°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 369,402.12 km and the moon sign is Pisces.

The Moon phase for June 28th, 2024 is the Last Quarter phase, which is also sometimes known as the Third Quarter. In this phase, the moon has completed three quarters of it’s orbit around the earth and exactly half of the moon is illuminated and half is in darkness.

The Last Quarter phase comes roughly 3 weeks after the New Moon and this is when the moon has completed three quarters of its orbit around the Earth (hence the name, Last Quarter). The moon will rise around midnight on the eastern horizon, transits the meridian at sunrise, before setting at noon in the west.

The Last Quarter of the moon phase cycle happens on one day. It’s followed by the intermediate phase, Waning Crescent, and will become less illuminated every day until it reaches the New Moon phase.

Fun fact: if you live in the Northern Hemisphere, the left side of the moon will be illuminated during the Last Quarter. If you live in the Southern Hemisphere, the right side is illuminated.

Phase Details

Phase: Last Quarter

Moon age: 21.64 days

Moon illumination: 59.76%

Moon tilt: -71.356°

Moon angle: 0.54

Moon distance: 369,402.12 km

Moon sign: Pisces

June 24th, 2024 Current Moon Phase for Northern Hemisphere

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The current moon phase for today is the Waning Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 17.5 days old and 95.53% illuminated with a tilt of -56.423°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 373,791.74 km and the moon sign is Capricorn.

The Moon phase for today is a Waning Gibbous phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon where the illumination of the moon decreases each day until it reaches 50% (the Last Quarter phase).

The waning (shrinking) gibbous Moon will rise after sunset in the east, transit the meridian after midnight, before setting after sunrise in the west.

During this phase, the illumination of the moon will go down from 99.% to 50.1%. Technically, the phase starts as soon as the Full Moon has passed, but it can be difficult to calculate and differentiate the first stage of a Waning Gibbous Moon from a Full Moon when 98-99% of the Moon’s surface is illuminated.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous

Moon age: 17.5 days

Moon illumination: 95.53%

Moon tilt: -56.423°

Moon angle: 0.53

Moon distance: 373,791.74 km

Moon sign: Capricorn

June 21 and 22, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

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Northern Hemisphere

June 21, 2024

The current moon phase for June 21st, 2024 is the Waxing Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 14.37 days old and 98.3% illuminated with a tilt of 115.368°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 385,297.81 km and the moon sign is Sagittarius.

The Moon phase for June 21st, 2024 is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This is the phase where the moon is more than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 100% illumination (which would be a Full Moon).

In the Northern Hemisphere, the right side will be illuminated, and in the Southern hemisphere it’ll be the left side that is illuminated.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous

Moon age: 14.37 days

Moon illumination: 98.3%

Moon tilt: 115.368°

Moon angle: 0.52

Moon distance: 385,297.81 km

Moon sign: Sagittarius

Southern Hemisphere

22 June 2024

The current moon phase for today is the Waxing Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 14.37 days old and 98.3% illuminated with a tilt of 115.368°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 385,297.81 km and the moon sign is Sagittarius.

The Moon phase for today is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This is the phase where the moon is more than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 100% illumination (which would be a Full Moon).

In the Northern Hemisphere, the right side will be illuminated, and in the Southern hemisphere it’ll be the left side that is illuminated.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous

Moon age: 14.37 days

Moon illumination: 98.3%

Moon tilt: 115.368°

Moon angle: 0.52

Moon distance: 385,297.81 km

Moon sign: Sagittarius

June 20 and 21, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

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Northern Hemisphere

June 20, 2024

The current moon phase for today is the Waxing Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 13.33 days old and 94.35% illuminated with a tilt of 130.633°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 389,913.44 km and the moon sign is Sagittarius.

The Moon phase for today is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This is the phase where the moon is more than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 100% illumination (which would be a Full Moon).

In the Northern Hemisphere, the right side will be illuminated, and in the Southern hemisphere it’ll be the left side that is illuminated.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous

Moon age: 13.33 days

Moon illumination: 94.35%

Moon tilt: 130.633°

Moon angle: 0.51

Moon distance: 389,913.44 km

Moon sign: Sagittarius

Southern Hemisphere

21 June 2024

The current moon phase for June 21st, 2024 is the Waxing Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 14.37 days old and 98.3% illuminated with a tilt of 115.368°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 385,297.81 km and the moon sign is Sagittarius.

The Moon phase for June 21st, 2024 is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This is the phase where the moon is more than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 100% illumination (which would be a Full Moon).

In the Northern Hemisphere, the right side will be illuminated, and in the Southern hemisphere it’ll be the left side that is illuminated.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous

Moon age: 14.37 days

Moon illumination: 98.3%

Moon tilt: 115.368°

Moon angle: 0.52

Moon distance: 385,297.81 km

Moon sign: Sagittarius