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Lunabar Moon Almanack for Monday, 29 June, 2015

fc58b-wish-upon-a-harvest-moonLunabar Moon Almanack for Monday, 29 June, 2015

 
Waxing, Gibbous Moon Age: 13 ½ days.
Ascending Node is at 5° Libra.
Moon in 13th degree of the Sign Sagittarius, the Bowman;
also in 6th deg. of the Constellation Ophiuchus, the Serpent-Holder.
Moonset: 3:49 morn. Moonrise: 6:06 eve. Souths: 11:25 eve.

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Aspects of Sagittarius: Yang, Masculine, Solar, Positive, Diurnal, Fiery, Mutable, Barren, Horary Eastern, Autumnal, Austral, Obeying, Double, Double-Bodied, Dual, Bicorporeal, Feral, Bestial, Animal, Four-footed, Dry, Vocal (first half only), Bitter, Hot.
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The Current Moon Phase Is: Waxing Gibbous

Waxing Gibbous – when the Moon is more than one-half but not fully illuminated by direct sunlight while the illuminated part is increasing.

Time: From New Moon To Full (Approx. 14 Days)

Symbolic of growth, manifestation, attainment, gravidity (heavy with child – both philosophical and literal).

Goddess Aspect: Maiden

Associated Goddesses: Artemis, Branwen, Eriu, Nymph, Epona

Magickal Attributes: Invoking Beginnings, New Projects, Ideas, Inspiriation, Energy, Vitality, Freedom.

Workings On This Day Are For “Constructive” Magick (Love, Wealth, Success, Courage, Friendship, Luck Or Health.)

Spells and rituals involving the Fire element should be performed when the Moon is in a Fire sign: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius.

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Moon Moon, Mother Moon
Lunar Lore

“Alilat” – the name by which the Arabs adore nature,
which they represent by a crescent moon.
~ Brewer, “Dictionary of Phrase & Fable”.

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Lunabar Sun Almanack for Monday, 29 June, 2015

Sun+WallpapersLunabar Sun Almanack for Monday, 29 June, 2015

 
Sunrise: 5:45 morn. Sunset: 8:37 eve.
Length of Day: 14h. 52m.
Dawn: 5:13 morn. Dusk: 9:09 eve.
Length of Twilight: 0h. 32m.
Sun in 7th degree of the Sign Crabba, the Crab fish;
also in 8th degree of the Constellation Gemini, the Twins;

Solar Lore
If at sunrise the clouds do not appear to surround the sun,
but to press upon him from above as if they were going to
eclipse him, a wind will arise from the quarter on which the
clouds incline. If this takes place at noon, the wind will
be accompanied by rain.
~ Francis Bacon, “Historia Ventorum”.

Aspects of Crabba/Cancer: Yin, Feminine, Lunar, Negative, Nocturnal, Watery, Cardinal, Fruitful, Horary Northern, Summery, Boreal, Commanding, Solstitial, Tropical, Moist, Dumb, Mute, Cold, Psychic, Sensitive.
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A Very Happy & Blessed Monday Morning To All Our Dear Brothers & Sisters!

Gothic Comments
We will be bright and fierce
Like the flame that burns
In the candle hot
We will be strong and grounded
Like the tumbled stone
That once was earth
We will be flexible and resilient
Like the water that flows
Always to return
We will be the essence of potential
Like the seed that waits
And grows when needed
We will endure
We will survive
We will triumph
And rise like the phoenix
As the dawn of another day
With the help of the Gods
And our own determination
We will endure
And rise like the Phoenix
From the flame.

So Mote It Be.

Till tomorrow, my sweets…..

Goddess Bless Pictures

Hate to leave good company but chores are a’calling! We have a list a mile long of stuff we have to get done around here today. We let everything pile up and then rush around like turkeys with our heads chopped off to get it all done, lol! Most of it is the stuff you really done want to do, so you say, “I’ll do it tomorrow!” Well tomorrow is here and unfortunately, we are off to those dreaded chores.

 

I hope everyone has a nice relaxing day. Think about us as you are lounging around and relaxing, will ya’? We will see you tomorrow. Till then, my sweets…..

 

Love ya,

Lady A

Astronomy Picture of the Day – Stars of a Summer’s Triangle

Astronomy Picture of the Day

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.

2015 June 27

Stars of a Summer’s Triangle
Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo (Deep Sky Colors)

 

Explanation: Rising at the start of a northern summer’s night, these three bright stars form the familiar asterism known as the Summer Triangle. Altair, Deneb, and Vega are the alpha stars of their respective constellations, Aquila, Cygnus, and Lyra, nestled near the Milky Way. Close in apparent brightness the three do look similar in these telescopic portraits, but all have their own stellar stories. Their similar appearance hides the fact that the Summer Triangle stars actually span a large range in intrinsic luminosity and distance. A main sequence dwarf star, Altair is some 10 times brighter than the Sun and 17 light-years away, while Vega, also a hydrogen-fusing dwarf, is around 30 times brighter than the Sun and lies 25 light-years away. Supergiant Deneb, at about 54,000 times the solar luminosity, lies some 1,400 light-years distant. Of course, with a whitish blue hue, the stars of the Summer Triangle are all hotter than the Sun.

Your Daily Planet Tracker: Saturn in Scorpio, Now Until Sept 17, 2015

 

 

Planet Tracker

Planet Tracker

Saturn in Scorpio

Now Until Sept 17, 2015

Saturn is the last planet visible to the naked eye. For millennia, it represented the limits of the solar system and came to symbolize time, structure and order. Saturn takes about 29 years to orbit the Sun, spending about two and a half years in each sign of the zodiac.

Saturn is the planet that says “no” but means “yes.” The no comes from Saturn showing us what isn’t working, sometimes in the form of frustrating blockages or delays. But these help us see where we need to put in effort to make concrete changes. Saturn says “yes” as the planet of crystallization that brings energy into matter. Saturn’s presence in a sign of the zodiac shows us where we are likely to meet limits and how to construct something useful.

Serious Saturn in survivalist Scorpio forces us to face the bottom line. Life and death, sex, power and our economic well being can be pushed to the limits during this two-year transit. Concentrating our efforts where they are most needed may require eliminating ideas, activities, objects or individuals that distract us from these essential tasks.

Take account of your desires, even the inappropriate ones. Knowing what you want helps you become a better negotiator in relationships. Being nice is, well, nice but doesn’t touch the depth of emotion associated with Scorpio. Partnerships grow when they are rooted in honesty, especially with ourselves. We can compromise in pursuit of our desires but if we don’t even know what they are, all we’re left with are manipulation and chance.

Getting the most out of our resources is another expression of Saturn in Scorpio. Scarcity could be a collective problem but, ideally, will lead to more efficient systems of production and distribution. Cleaning up toxins in the environment and within our bodies and minds are other healthy expressions of this transit.

How money is handled, especially involving insurance and debt, grows in importance with Saturn in Scorpio. There may be even more abuses in the financial world but that could be what it takes to make some significant reforms. Borrowing for well-defined purposes and with a realistic repayment schedule is an appropriate way to use this cycle.

Sexual repression is a dark side of Saturn in Scorpio. The AIDS epidemic was at a very high level in the early 80s, the last time this transit occurred. Responsiblity for erotic inclinations doesn’t mean that they should be suppressed but rather that we deepen our understanding of them. Tantra, a form of sacred sexuality, teaches us about intimacy that is not possible when we deny this essential part of ourselves.

 

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The Wisdom of Buddha

The Wisdom of Buddha

You can search throughout the entire universe for someone who is more deserving of your love and affection than you are yourself, and that person is not to be found anywhere. You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe deserve your love and affection.

Your Daily Influences for June 27th, 2015

Your Daily Influences
June 27th, 2015

 

The Empress
This card represents wealth, marriage, fertility and creativity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Raidho
Raidho may mark the coming of a physical or spiritual journey. Whichever the case, changes in your life are soon to come. Spiritual or material goals may be attained.

 

 

 

The Hand
The hand indicates you will need to extend effort to protect this aspect from outside influences. The devices attached indicate you will need tools to be successful in your protection.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your Daily Influences represent events and challenges the current day will present for you. They may represent opportunities you should be ready to seize. Or they may forewarn you of problems you may be able to avoid or lessen. Generally it is best to use them as tips to help you manage your day and nothing more.

Your Daily Charm for June 27th is The Tortoise

The Charm of the Day

The Tortoise

Today’s Meaning:

The tortoise represents the dome of the sky, the universe. It tells you to take slow, deliberate steps and you can achieve everything you desire.

General Description:

In China, Japan, and many other countries in the East, the Tortoise is regarded as a talisman for repelling every description of magic, and the supposed malign influence of the evil eye. This jade charm is also used as a powerful amulet for good fortune, happiness, both of the heart and body, endurance, strength, and longevity. In Eastern Asia the Tortoise is regarded as the symbol of the universe, the dome of the sky being represented by the shell, and the earth by the body of the tortoise.

Your Animal Spirit for June 27th is The Blue Jay

Your Animal Spirit for Today
June 27th, 2015

your daily animal spirit for today

Blue Jay

Blue Jay encourages you to be a little sassy today! If there’s something you’ve been wanting, ask for it. If there’s an issue that needs confrontation, don’t sweep it under the rug or Blue Jay will drag it back out into the open. One word of caution, though—Blue Jays will eat the young of other birds—so be direct, but not destructive.

Shuffling The Cards, Your Past, Present & Future Reading for June 27th

Shuffling The Cards, Your Past, Present & Future Reading for Today

Past Influence whose impact on your life is waning

The Green Man

Where the Green Man appears the mystery and untamed energy of nature abounds. The Green Man indicates the presence of choices and powers that have not been muted by civilization. The Green Man represents the antithesis of technology and industrialization. He offers primal energies veiled in mystery and derived from the spirit of nature in its purest form.

 

 

Present Influence whose impact on your life is very strong.

The Dove

Throughout history the Dove has symbolized peace and innocence in nearly all cultures. Dove’s soft cooing and gentle nature bring a calmness to any situation. The Dove appears where peace has been attained or there is a need to bring events to a peaceful ending. It denotes a time to let lose of grievances and settle conflicts in a way that benefits all parties equally.

 

 

Future influence whose impact on your life is growing and will be very strong in the future.

Alturism

Altruism denotes the noble act of giving to those in need without the expectation of a return. The act of giving has been seen as one of humankind’s greatest attributes throughout history. It is honored in nearly every culture. To give is a gift to both those who receive and those who give. Giving is usually associated with addressing the material needs of others, but the gift given can take many forms such as wisdom or protection or simply a shoulder to cry on.

Your Ancient Symbol Card for June 27th is The Hand

Your Ancient Symbol Card for Today

The Hand



Although the exact meaning may vary, The Hand is a symbol of some form of personal power in many cultures and religions. The presence of The Hand is an indication that your personal powers are at or near their zenith. The Hand suggest a time when you should leave your mark on the world.

As a daily card, The Hand suggest that now is a time for you to leave your mark on the world. Your unique strengths are heightened to a point where you can not only expect to make substantial progress towards your goals, but enjoy recognition for your efforts as well.

Your Daily Witches Rune for June 27th is The Blank Rune

Witches Rune for the Day

The Blank Rune

Meaning: This is a rune of difficulty and negative influences will rule your life for a time, but as all difficulties are a learning experience it will lead to improved personal perspective and progress on your life’s path. Always consult the surrounding runes with this stone. If it lies with a positive stone, it indicates that the pain of this experience will lead to a beneficial change in circumstances.

Your Crowley Thoth Tarot Card for June 27th is The Universe

Your Crowley Thoth Tarot Card for Today

The Universe



Like The Sun, The Universe brings good blessings. The Universe appears where all is in balance. It allows you to act effectively not only as an individual but as a member of a group too. The Universe promises contentment, fulfillment and completeness to those under its influence. It doesn’t guarantee there will not be moments of strife or discord in your life, but it does indicate that your trials and tribulations will be overcome; that ultimately you will know inner-peace and contentment. The Universe suggests you have found or will find your place in the scheme of things—that place where all is as it should be.

Your Daily I Ching Hexagram for June 27th is 23: Stripping

Your Daily I Ching Hexagram

June 27th, 2015

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23: Stripping

 

 

 

 

 

Summary:
Accept change. Focus on correcting problems that hamper your development. Get your relationships back on track.

Line One of Your Hexagram is a 6:
Care for your subordinates.

Line Two of Your Hexagram is a 6:
Strengthen your foundations before all is lost.

Line Three of Your Hexagram is a 6:
Separate yourself from failing ventures. Seek new opportunities.

Line Four of Your Hexagram is a 6:
Your situation may be dangerous. Let loose of failing ventures.

Line Five of Your Hexagram is a 6:
Remove yourself from those who would harm you.

Line Six of Your Hexagram is a 9:
Maintain your integrity throughout difficult times. Be steadfast in your path and good things will come to you.

Casting the Stones, Your Past, Present, & Future Reading for June 27th

Casting the Stones, Your Past, Present, & Future Reading for Today

 

bw-sowiloThe Past
Sowilo

The Sun Rune, denotes power and strength. That which you want may be attained. Sowilo also denotes mental clarity and added warmth to your relationships.

 

 

bw-hagalazThe Present
Hagalaz

Hagalaz is the hail Rune. It denotes chaos, destruction and disruption on a primal level. You may experience delays in moving toward your goals.

 

 

bw-ingwazThe Future
Ingwaz

Ingwaz signifies completion, success and fertility. Your present ambitions are about to be met. You are fecund in both mind and body.

Your Daily Rune for June 27th is Sowilo

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bw-sowiloYour Rune For Today
Sowilo

The Sun Rune, denotes power and strength. That which you want may be attained. Sowilo also denotes mental clarity and added warmth to your relationships.

 

Additional information about Today’s Rune, Sowilo

sowulo : sun

Phonetic equivalent: s

DIVINATORY MEANINGS: success, positive energy, increase, power, activity, fertility, health

MAGICAL USES: energy, strength, success, healing, fertility

ASSOCIATED MYTHS & DEITIES: Sunna

ANALYSIS: The sun is held sacred by almost every religion in the world. Its light and warmth symbolize life and growth and all that is good. Norse cosmology describes the sun being driven around the heavens in a chariot and chased by a great wolf, which will devour at Ragnarok. Throughout IndoEuropean Paganism, the sun has frequently been associated with the horse, often described as being carted around the sky by a horse. Both are symbolic of life and fertility, and are usually considered ‘masculine’ in polarity, although in Norse myth the chariot is driven by a girl. The swastika or sun wheel is a constant motif in rock carvings dating Neolithic times, and occurs throughout Europe and Asia. The sun rune itself is a variation on this symbol, and represents motion and energy.

Sowilo marks the end of the second aett, and like wunjo represents success and glory. However, unlike the rest and relaxation of Valhalla, the sun is very much an active symbol. We have reached the end of the aett successfully, and the conclusion is a positive one, but in this case we are fully aware of the changing and transient nature of the universe. We can see the wolf at heels, and we know that we must move on. Here, though, the journeyer may pause briefly in the warmth and light of the sun, absorbing and applying its energy to the work ahead. This time we won’t need to be blasted out of our safe position, but will rather choose to leave it in order to continue on the journey.

 

Source:
The Runic Journey (PDF)

By Jennifer Smith

Your Lucky Tarot Cards for June 27th

Your Lucky Tarot Cards for Today

These cards represent elements that favor you

Death

First and foremost Death does not specifically pertain to our physical death. The Death card marks ends and beginnings. Although most illustrations of the Death card tend to be morbid, the forces behind the Death card are actually quite exciting. Yes Death does mark the end of something. But ends are often brought about by completion and not loss. Most endings are actually good, and make room for us to begin new adventures.

When The Tower is among your personal cards, the influence of Death may be increased. Having The Fool or The Empress in your personal cards may diminish the influence of Death.

 

 

The Emperor

The Emperor is gifted with the skills to successfully lead others. He can turn chaos into order, provide structure to that which is unbound. He is quick of mind and confident in his power and right to rule, and does so in a just manner. Although stern by nature, he truly is the ultimate father figure. He will provide as needed, teach those with unanswered questions, protect the vulnerable, set and maintain boundaries. His perfect world runs on schedule and is free of any disturbances. What the Emperor must be wary of is setting boundaries and rules where none are needed. If he isn’t he may well become a tyrant.

When The Hierophant or Justice are among your personal cards, the influence of The Emperor may be increased. Having The Empress in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Emperor.