They are mean, I tell you, mean, lol! I hopped up in Lady A’s seat apparently she does not dog hair on her nice new robe. It was amazing, she didn’t get mad or nothing. She just told me to “stay boy and look pretty for the camera.” Am I doing a good job?

Yoo-Hoo I See You!

Transcript of speech by
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
August 28, 1963. Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C.

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I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.

Five score years ago a great American in whose symbolic shadow we stand today signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beckoning light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of their captivity.

But one hundred years later the Negro is still not free. One hundred years later the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination.

One hundred years later the Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty in the midst of a vast ocean of material prosperity.

One hundred years later the Negro is still languishing in the comers of American society and finds himself in exile in his own land.

We all have come to this hallowed spot to remind America of the fierce urgency of now. Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time to change racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood. Now is the time to make justice ring out for all of God’s children.

There will be neither rest nor tranquility in America until the Negro is granted citizenship rights.

We must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity and discipline. We must not allow our creative protest to degenerate into physical violence. Again and again we must rise to the majestic heights of meeting physical force with soul force.

And the marvelous new militarism which has engulfed the Negro community must not lead us to a distrust of all white people, for many of our white brothers have evidenced by their presence here today that they have come to realize that their destiny is part of our destiny.

So even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream.

I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident; that all men are created equal.”

I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit together at the table of brotherhood.

I have a dream that one day even the state of Mississippi, a state sweltering with the heat of injustice, sweltering with the heat of oppression, will be transformed into an oasis of freedom and justice.

I have a dream that little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.

I have a dream today.

I have a dream that one day down in Alabama, with its vicious racists, with its Governor having his lips dripping with the words of interposition and nullification, one day right there in Alabama little black boys and black girls will be able to join hands with little white boys and white girls as sisters and brothers.

I have a dream today.

I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places plains, and the crooked places will be made straight, and before the Lord will be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together.

This is our hope. This is the faith that I go back to the mount with. With this faith we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope. With this faith we will be able to transform the genuine discords of our nation into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood. With this faith we will be able to work together, pray together; to struggle together, to go to jail together, to stand up for freedom forever, )mowing that we will be free one day.

And I say to you today my friends, let freedom ring. From the prodigious hilltops of New Hampshire, let freedom ring. From the mighty mountains of New York, let freedom ring. From the mighty Alleghenies of Pennsylvania!

Let freedom ring from the snow capped Rockies of Colorado!

Let freedom ring from the curvaceous slopes of California!

But not only there; let freedom ring from the Stone Mountain of Georgia!

Let freedom ring from Lookout Mountain in Tennessee!

Let freedom ring from every hill and molehill in Mississippi. From every mountainside, let freedom ring.

And when this happens, when we allow freedom to ring, when we let it ring from every village and hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God’s children, black men and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual, “Free at last! Free at last! Thank God almighty, we’re free at last!”
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No matter your skin tone or your nationality, you have to admire a man such as Dr. King.  Unfortunately, he was killed before I was ever born. The only opportunities that I have to see him and listen to him is on old News reels. He saw injustice and he took a stand against it. In the end, that is what he was killed for. It is pitiful when a great man such as Dr. King cannot stand up for his beliefs and it cost him his life. In the short time he was on this earth, he started a movement that is even remembered to this day.  Dr. King worked long and hard for the civil rights in this country. He work the majority of us to see the injustices that were being done. He tried to teach us how to co-exist and love on another.

 

In honor and memory, let us carry his dream forward and hear the resounding words….

“Free at last! Free at last! Thank God almighty, we’re free at last!”

I only have a few minutes because the internet people are getting ready to shut down the system till 5 this afternoon. That was the problem yesterday. They were suppose to be shut down just for a few hours and it turned out to be all damn day. Now, Saturday, ha, ha,  ha, all the neighbors are home from work and they lose their TV, phone and internet. Well, let’s just say it is going to be a hot time in Western Kentucky today, lol!

 

Needless to say, I am tired and fed up with this internet provider. Last night, when all the work for the day was done and the internet was suppose to be running faster, HA! I checked it with a speed test page they gave me. The test said our internet was running in the lowest 68% of the country. Boy, ain’t that fast! I want away from these people. Every time they do something it just make the entire situation worse.

 

Thank to the internet provider, we are getting ready to do something we have never done before. As you know we have the raffle going on and apparently there is nothing there that interest you too much. We do have a store that we have been working on when the internet allows us. Since we want away from this ISP so bad, we are opening it up to you for the raffle. Don’t worry if you have already bought a ticket you can pick anything from the store you would like also. Here is how it is going to work:

 

I am going to give you the addy to our store. Now remember it is not all the way complete but it has some nice stuff in (I can guarantee you that). Look through the page, find something you like and buy a ticket. A $5.00 raffle ticket will get you anything in that store you want. You will see the prices for the merchandise and you will realize you are getting one heck of a bargain. So you now have what is on here and what is in our store. Like I said remember it isn’t through but when it is, it is going to be a superstore.

 

Here’s the addy and remember a $5.00 raffle ticket get anything in that store you little heart desires. This has went from the New Year’s Raffle to Get Us The Hell Away from our ISP. Sorry about the language but I am about ready to pull my hair out. Enough with that, go find something you like, then come back over here and purchase the ticket. If you do purchase a ticket over there at one of those “buy now” buttons, it will show up the regular price of the item. I hope you enjoy the new addition to the raffle. Now I have got to run before they pull the plug.

Have a great Saturday,

Lady A

The Witches Apothecary

https://thewitchesapothecary.wordpress.com/

“Tonight I greet you,
Moon, with joy.
Thank you for your divine light,
your Goddess energy,
your sacred power.
I open myself to your mysteries
and welcome your eternal wisdom.
So let it be.”

 

 

—Wicca Moon Magic: A Wiccan’s Guide and Grimoire for Working Magic with Lunar Energies
Lisa Chamberlain

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For The New Year, Letting Go and Starting Over

There are always times, whether it’s New Year or not, when we have to let go of something that’s not working. Letting go of anything that’s become dear to you can be so hard. It can leave you feeling lost and out of balance with everything. As we travel on our journeys through this life, we will all have to face letting go of something. And with that fresh start, we face the challenge of a new way of living. The world around us is constantly changing. What may have been right for us or felt important to us in the past may not now have a place in our lives. Sometimes, the decision to leave things behind can be a hard one to make. So how do you know whether you are making the right decision to move on and let go?

If you are magically traveling your path, here are a few things you may want to consider as you leave things behind:
Is someone or something having a negative effect on your life?
Have you outgrown something, or grown apart from something?
Are you happy in your life as things are? Have your goals changed?
Do you live in the past? Hold a grudge? Are you in fear of things being different?
Are your needs being fulfilled? If you are starting on a new path, is something holding you back?

Only you can know whether it’s time to let go of something. It’s a bit like smoking, I suppose. Unless you really want to give it up, no amount of advice or knowledge is going to help you. But it may help you make your own choice. Listen to your heart. Inside, you will know if it’s right for you to move on and start over. As you do, it may be worth considering some of these thoughts:

Only you can know whether it’s time to let go of something. It’s a bit like smoking, I suppose. Unless you really want to give it up, no amount of advice or knowledge is going to help you. But it may help you make your own choice. Listen to your heart. Inside, you will know if it’s right for you to move on and start over. As you do, it may be worth considering some of these thoughts:

Accept that things need to change in your life in order for you to live the way you need to and embrace a new path.
Take a step back and focus on what you really want and need— what will help you in the future.
Look inside yourself, and not to others, to move on. Be guided by your own beliefs and needs.
Take a chance— and a deep breath! That first move in letting go and starting over is the most terrifying. It will only get easier with time.
Be thankful for your past, but focus on today and keep moving ahead. It’s your future.

You can only walk so far with a backpack full of burdens. Set it down, sort through it, and then move on. You will feel lighter and freer!
Wow! How heavy was that for me? But I hope someone out there found it useful. Let’s face it, we all have to leave things behind and sometmes start over again. Change can be one of the joys of life!

Hedgewitch Book of Days: Spells, Rituals, and Recipes for the Magical Year
Mandy Mitchell

The Attributes of the Moon

Attributes: psychic talents, sleep, dreams, safe travel, understanding, inspiration, fertility

Element: Water

Herbs: lotus, vervain, chamomile, jasmine

Stones: moonstone, aquamarine, pearl, amethyst

Day: Monday

 

A Spell Crafter’s Compendium
Terri Paajanen

The Words of Confucius

He who learns but does not think, is lost! He who thinks but does not learn is in great danger.

Judgement

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You have the power to make changes and feel complete.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General Meaning

The Judgement card, sometimes called “Resurrection,” represents the great reunion that the ancients believed would happen once in every age. This was the time when souls are harvested and taken home to their place of origin, outside the solar system. Then the world is seeded with a batch of new souls and the process starts over.

From a modern point of view, this great reunion — which includes every personality that you have ever been and every soul that you have done deep work with — reunites to consciously complete the process. In a way, we symbolically celebrate this returning to center every year on our birthday.

In personal terms, the Judgment Tarot card points to freedom from inner conflicts, and so clear a channel, that the buried talents and gifts of past incarnations can come through an individual in this lifetime. This card counsels you to trust the process of opening yourself, because what emerges is of consistently high quality. You can effortlessly manifest as a multi-dimensional being, and assist in evoking that response from others.
In the Advice Position

Let go of your past. The future welcomes you with a bounty of growth and change.

The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.

The Judgment card advises that you allow yourself to grow, transform, and release hidden potentials within yourself. Divest yourself of fruitless endeavors without neglecting your duties. At the same time, invest your energies in new growth.

It’s not necessary to reject others, but refuse to be manipulated by those who cry foul. This process isn’t about them anyway. It is about you and the desire you feel to change your life and become a more complete person. Trust your impulses and allow this remarkable awakening to happen.

 

Get A Jump On Tomorrow…..

Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, January 13th

 

Aries

Mercury is now back in your career and reputation sector, dear Aries, and will transit here until February 7th. This influence brings much interest and thought to career and business matters, and your career may very well demand more of your communication skills. If you had lost some motivation or enthusiasm for work projects, or if you encountered delays to your progress, you’re beginning to refuel and rev up. You can make up for lost time now – you’re coming back stronger. You communicate with authority during this period, and you are more accountable than usual for what (and how) you communicate. You may do some multi-tasking with career and business matters. Negative use of this influence would be to worry unnecessarily about your reputation and responsibilities. Today is excellent for getting things done! You are approaching your duties with gusto. While the Moon encourages you to express yourself and experiment, you’re in a great position to get some important work done now.

Taurus

Mercury returns to its journey through your adventure sector, dear Taurus, until February 7th. This cycle brings a focus on broad visions and goals, and now you’re a little wiser after Mercury’s recent retrograde. You need a change of pace when it comes to your mental journeys. You may meet a friend or love interest through your explorations, travels, or studies. You are putting everything into perspective rather than compartmentalizing. Instead of idle chatting, you are more inclined to discuss broader philosophies now. Travel, educational, publishing, or legal matters are favored and can move forward if you’ve encountered delays in these areas. While your spirit for the new, different, and exotic runs high, with the Moon moving through your sector of inner resources all day, the homebody in you is brought to the fore.

Gemini

Mercury is now back in your solar eighth house (until February 7th), dear Gemini, increasing your interest in research, mysteries, and in-depth studies. You tend to plan ahead and employ strategy during this cycle – you’re less likely to speak before thinking. If there were unfinished conversations or delayed initiatives in recent weeks, they’re likely to complete or unblock now and in the coming weeks. Taboo or sensitive topics can be approached with reason and an investigative mind during this period, and you might thoroughly enjoy the analysis involved. This is a great time to talk rationally, fairly, and calmly about sex, money, and politics! Power dynamics in close relationships can be addressed now. You can solve mysteries and difficult problems. For some, this can be a time for managing the affairs and possessions of others. Today is excellent for connecting with someone over core values. Feeling respected and acknowledged motivates you to put extra work into strengthening your relationships and/or finances.

Cancer

Mercury has moved back into your opposite sign after retreating into your solar sixth house, dear Cancer. This transit that lasts until February 7th can prompt you to seek out people who stimulate your thought processes and who provide feedback on your ideas. Conversations that got nowhere in recent weeks may now resolve to each person’s satisfaction. Intellectual companionship is emphasized. While it’s a potentially strong period for really getting to know a significant person in your life, you might often feel that other people are directing your life! You may require some coaxing to get to decisions and conclusions, and you might frequently need to take your cue from others. This is not about being a follower – it’s about needing a sounding board in order to better understand or give form to your ideas. Today is excellent for getting back into healthy routines and diet or fitness plans.

Leo

Mercury returns to your work and health sector today, dear Leo, after a brief retreat while retrograde, dear Leo. Stalled health or work endeavors or loss of motivation for these things experienced in recent weeks are likely to correct themselves in the coming days and weeks. Your motivation to learn new things and work hard returns. This transit lasts until February 7th and is very supportive of getting the details of your daily life into better shape. This can be a great time for scheduling check-ups and looking into health improvement techniques. Menial tasks become prominent. Take any opportunity to read, write, and discuss your work and habits, and also to work on developing or brushing up on core competencies. The Moon is in your sign all day, serving to enliven your emotional landscape and stimulating stronger awareness of any feelings you’ve recently kept at bay. Excellent energy is with you today for creative work and romantic commitments.

Virgo

Mercury has returned to your solar fifth house until February 7th, dear Virgo, and you can be more creative and playful with your communications. You might also attract intellectual or talkative types of people on a romantic level during this cycle. Activities through which you can have fun, create, and share are in strong focus. You may gain more clarity about a love matter or a creative project, particularly if there were delays during Mercury’s recent retrograde cycle. You are regaining motivation to push forward with your endeavors. With Mercury’s transit, you’re more inclined to play games, take some risks with your communications, joke around, think about or analyze your love life, and express your affections verbally. The Moon is in your privacy zone today and tomorrow, and it’s a good time for activities that refresh and replenish rather than wear you out. Focusing on your commitment to family can be comforting today.

Libra

Mercury has returned to its journey through your sector of family and home life, dear Libra, and this cycle that lasts until February 7th can open up active, supportive communications with family. It can also stimulate an increased exchange of ideas and information with loved ones. Adaptability when it comes to living arrangements or domestic matters may be necessary now. Home or family-related activities that were stalled might resume now and in the weeks ahead. You’re giving a lot of thought to family, domestic life, your support system, your roots, and the past. Activity increases in your home for many of you, and this can include work and learning/studying. Today is excellent for putting extra effort into your studies and projects. There is a strong sense that you’re gaining an edge through what you learn now.

Scorpio

Your desire for security is a powerful motivating factor these days, dear Scorpio. This is an excellent day for finding ways to satisfy your need for security as well as your desire for a change of pace. You are in a unique position to make smart decisions about business matters, and you have a good instinct for current trends. Mercury has returned to your communications sector where it will transit until February 7th, and delayed projects tend to release. As well, motivation for your projects that’s waned now picks up. The weeks ahead are excellent for studying, test taking, connecting, and commuting. Your social life can improve, your mind is even sharper than usual, and keeping/getting in touch with others can lead to valuable opportunities.

Sagittarius

With Mercury now moving through your finances sector until February 7th, dear Sagittarius, you are more practical and rational in your approach to spending, saving, and making money. Business or money matters that stalled or dropped off the radar in recent weeks while Mercury was retrograde may now resume or you gain clarity on these things. Financial gain may come through communications during this cycle. This can be a great time for gathering and fine-tuning money-making ideas. When Mercury is challenged, however, try to avoid fretting over finances and valuables. This can be a time for sticking with the status quo, cultivating patience, and working on building your resources. It’s also one of the best Mercury cycles for building and growing your natural talents. Today, you are in excellent shape for pouring your energy into worthwhile pursuits, research, or investigation. Others cooperate with you and delays are lifted. Your judgment is particularly sound, and timing is excellent.

Capricorn

Mercury is back in your sign, dear Capricorn, and will continue to move through Capricorn until February 7th. During this cycle, you are more inclined to speak up about matters that you previously kept to yourself, and others hear you loud and clear. Using the power of words to attract what you want or to further your interests works well for you now. Recent delays or limitations lift, and you feel more confident about moving your personal plans forward. This is also a good time for attracting work and attention for your ideas. You have a stronger desire to express yourself by speaking your mind, and you might benefit from doing some self-teaching during this period. This is a period when decision-making is easier than usual largely because you are clearer about what you want or where you are headed. Today is excellent for creative approaches to relating and dedication to your personal interests, studies, or projects.

Aquarius

Mercury has returned to your privacy sector, dear Aquarius, and will continue to transit this background area of your chart until February 7th. During this cycle, your mind is focused on private matters and past issues. This is a good time for research, quiet contemplation, and meditation. You are inclined to keep your ideas, observations, and thoughts to yourself more than usual, and you can be a little indecisive at this time. Even with this relative withdrawal (which is very good for you at this time, by the way), today is excellent for coming together with a friend to accomplish something practical and worthwhile, or for committing to a long-term project. People tend to come through for you. You are happy to meet your responsibilities and feel stronger for doing so.

Pisces

Mercury has returned to your solar eleventh house, dear Pisces, and will continue to transit this sector until February 7th. You may be catching up with friends or making up for recent missed connections now and in the coming weeks. Your mind is focused on your fondest dreams and hopes, and you can come up with very inventive ideas for pursuing them. Sharing your thoughts with others is a prime interest, and others tend to enjoy your conversations, input, and ideas. This is an excellent period for networking. It’s a time for setting goals, making contact, and reaching out to like-minded people. There can be increased activity with groups, teams, and friends now. Today is very strong for good judgment, speculation, learning, teaching, and taking in the full picture. You can bring a creative touch to your work or work ethic to a creative project.

 

Source

Cafe Astrology