The Witches Almanac for Thursday, February 14th

The Witches Almanac for Thursday, February 14th

*Thursday (Jupiter): Expansion, money, prosperity, and generosity.*

Valentine’s Day

Waxing Moon

*The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.*

Moon Phase: First Quarter

Moon Sign: Aries

*Aries: Good for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.*

Incense: Jasmine

Color: Green

 

When we love, it isn’t because the person’s perfect, it’s because we learn to see an imperfect person perfectly.

                                                                                               ——Jessica

Last night I looked up at the stars and matched each one with a reason why I love you. I was doing great until I ran out of stars.

                                                                                              ——-Kelsi

February 14th is Best for…..

Bake, Cut Firewood, Mow to Increase Growth, Dig Holes

Gardening Calendar

February 14th – February 15th

Seeds Planted Now Will Grow Poorly and Yield Little

Fishing Calendar

February 14th    Fishing Is Forecasted Poor In The Evening

Moon’s Astrological Place In The Zodiac & It’s Association With the Body

February 14th       Aries     “Ram”      In the Head and Face

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Valentine’s Day: Another Kind of Love

Valentine’s Day: Another Kind of Love

Spread love to everyone during this Aquarian holiday

Jeff Jawer   Jeff Jawer on the topics of love, insight, blogs, astrology

Valentine’s Day is Thursday, February 14. The holiday that celebrates romantic love seems to have nothing to do with the saint for which it was named. Its association with amour began in the 14th Century, about 1000 years after the death of St. Valentine. Although it’s a great way to sell chocolate and flowers and, hopefully, to open hearts, the astrological association with the holiday is almost as strange as its connection with a martyred priest.

The Sun is always in Aquarius on February 14. This is the sign of the Water Bearer but it’s not a sentimental Water sign. Aquarius is an Air sign characterized more by the head than the heart. Aquarius is about friendship, community and collective ideals rather than couples. It tends to be chilly, using the intellect to step back from the messy world of feelings to achieve understanding with the mind. Aquarian love is universal rather than personal and usually needs some emotional breathing space and independence to counter the confinement of intimacy.

Valentine’s Day, like Aquarius, is more about an idea than about reality. Its origins in the 14th Century reflect the romanticism of the Middle Ages … which was a model for spiritual rather than erotic love. (Robert Johnson’s book “We” is a good source of information on this subject.) Romantic yearning represented a desire for a divine connection, not personal pleasure. The partner was a symbol for God and the desire to experience sacred union. This model comes closer to Aquarius because it’s an ideal instead of a physical reality.

A higher plane of love

But the myth of romance has permeated culture for so many centuries that we’ve lost sight of its higher meaning. The unspoken expectation of becoming complete within a relationship is bound to produce disappointment. While personal love can be a delicious affirmation of our desirability, and intimacy serves as a bulwark against isolation, human partnerships usually fall short of our highest hopes. The familial, emotional, physical and financial connections we share within them have their divine moments but cannot confer immortality or answer life’s biggest metaphysical questions.

Romantic love comes with strings attached. Desire, jealousy, conflicting values and contrasting tastes are tests for even the most harmonious couples. Chocolate, flowers, champagne, a good dinner and great sex go a long way to erasing the illusion of our separateness but cannot eliminate it entirely. And depending on one person as the source of love is not an Aquarian formula for fulfillment … being part of a community is.

The sign of self-less love

One connection Aquarius has with romantic love is its opposition to Leo. The Lion is the sign of the heart and represents the personal experience of amour. It’s the rising of excitement we feel in the chest when someone arouses our feelings. It is the expression of affection that flatters others and warms ourselves. Yet if Leo is the heart, Aquarius is the circulatory system. The Water Bearer distributes, which is an important message about another kind of love. It is the love of humanity, called “agape” by the Greeks.

Agape aligns with Aquarius’ community consciousness and represents a less personal but equally noble expression of the human heart. Giving to others without expecting anything return is generosity of the highest order. It is a reminder that a truly Aquarian Valentine’s Day gift would be a contribution to a charity or acting as a volunteer for an organization. We can still give our chocolates and flowers for personal romance but contributing to people in other ways will make this day of love even more complete.

Introducing…Aquarius

Introducing…Aquarius

One of the most common mistakes people make when discussing Aquarius is that they assume he/she is a water sign. After all, he/she is the water bearer. But the truth is he/she’s an Air sign and that’s an important detail!

To often you see Aquarius represented as the generic person pouring a jug of water or even worse just the jug of water. There is no hint to the intellectual and cerebral air quality of the Aquarian. As an air sign, she is focused on higher thinking and pushing the boundaries of common and closed thinking. If everyone is going one direction she will go the other in hopes of discovering a new and better way to meet the needs of the greater whole.

We started with a forward moving stance. She is a futuristic, forward thinking woman. Aquarians have no time to look or focus on the past, they focus on the future and believe that however something was done, it could be done differently or better going forward. Seeking to fight for justice and the underdog, our Aquarian is dressed and built to campaign for any cause she feels is under represented or oppressed. She also is a lover of technology and innovation. She is not afraid of technology or gadgets and widgets that can help better our lives. She is quick to adopt them to her arsenal of thought and solutions.

Her water jug is still a very important aspect of her character. Instead of her passively pouring water from it or carrying it on her head, we chose to have her securely sling it over her shoulder. This allows her to bring it into adverse or water starved situations. She knows that despite all the technology and advancements available, humans cannot survive without water. Water is the most powerful source of nourishment for our bodies and souls and Aquarians never lose sight of that. They know that higher thinking comes from well fueled minds – and the mind can be tricked or fooled if starved for water.

Physical Characteristics

Physically our Aquarian is in fighting shape but not because she likes to fight, rather she is about endurance. She relies on her ability to go long stretches of time without rest or nourishment and living solely off her creative vision. She is not a slave to fashion but definitely uses her cloths and accessories to express her inability to conform and desire to pioneer and blaze new trails of thought and visual innovation. She’s creative and a one of kind. Charged with technology she has a single strand of fiber optic hair lighting her way through dark and unchartered territories of thought.

Zodiac Super Power

Our Aquarian’s super power is her technology power hand and fighting physique. She has a leg up on the other signs of the Zodiac because she can see into the future and knows that there is almost always a “better way” to do or see things. Her water is magical and fuels even the most creatively starved thinkers€ are pushing stalled thought or injustice toward progress.

The Witches Almanac for Sunday, February 10th

The Witches Almanac for Sunday, February 10th

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

Chinese New Year (Snake)

Waning Moon

*The Waning Moon is a time for study, meditation, and little magickal work (except magick designed to banish harmful energies).*

Moon Sign: Aquarius

*Aquarius: Rebellious energy. Time to break habits and make abrupt changes. Personal freedom and individuality is the focus.*

Moon enters Pisces 4:20 pm

*Pisces: The focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition, and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.*

Moon Phase: New Moon 2:20 am

Incense: Eucalyptus

Color: Amber

 

 

“The Morrigan stirs

The ancient broth.

Her finger tests it to her taste.

Sometimes bitter,

Sometimes sweet,

She is creator of the brew

And we dispense it by our hand

To scald or freeze

Depending on the appetite

Of those who wait.

You cannot work the ancient fire

Without the means to scorch

(Excerpted from Calliach Fire by David O. Norris 2001)

February 10th is best for…..

 Cut Firewood, Mow to Increase Growth, Castrate

Farm Animals, Dig Holes, Wean, Potty Train, Paint

Gardening Calendar

February 9th – February 11th

Barren Days, Fine for Clearing, Plowing, Fertilizing

And Killing Plant Pests.

Fishing Calendar

February 10th Condition are Fair for Evening

Moon Astrological Place in the Zodiac

February 10th  Aquarius  “Waterman”  (Sign is in the Legs)

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Daily Cosmic Calendar for February 8t

Even though the Moon is void in down-to-earth, pragmatic Capricorn, your overall productivity can increase in the early going since the Sun is trine Ceres (1:57AM PST).  Making it to the top of the astro-headlines today is a potent Mercury-Mars union at 6 degrees of Pisces (9:57AM PST). During the first week of February, Mars and Mercury have both entered this poetic, compassionate and yet often turbulent twelfth sign of the zodiac. Along the way, these two planets have orchestrated primarily discordant Mars-Neptune and Mercury-Neptune conjunctions. Now Mercury and Mars merge their highly mental (Mercury) and emotional-physical (Mars) vibrations. Keep your distance from arm-twisting maneuvers and bullying tactics. Think before you act.  Once the Moon is safely in Aquarian territory (11:18AM PST), you can utilize the Mercury-Mars link-up to enhance your involvement with team sports or exercise routines. Aquarius Moon always brings with it an urge toward partaking in community service, group projects, neighborhood associations, charity drives and global causes close to your heart.  Let the good times roll tonight as the Moon trines Jupiter in air signs (10:00PM PST) while the Moon approaches its monthly union with Venus in Aquarius (forming exactly at 2:26AM PST on Saturday).

Daily Cosmic Calendar for February 2nd

The Moon leaves void status in Libra by entering fixed and potent Scorpio (4:03AM PST). Research, investigations and in-depth studies receive the proverbial green light with the Moon in the eighth sign of the zodiac. Don your detective garb to solve personal mysteries and ferret out ancestral secrets.  Giving you an extra dose of psychic sensitivity is a Moon-Neptune harmonious trine of 120-degrees (7:46AM PST). Pressing the anger button is a no-no around the time-period when Mercury forms a caustic, 45-degree tie with underworld-ruling Pluto (4:01PM PST).  Healing forces are back on the march — courtesy of a Moon-Chiron trine in water signs (5:39PM PST). Learn more about The Great Pyramid, Stonehenge, and the building of ancient megaliths. Don’t be surprised if feelings of deja vu pop up without warning.  Turn the tables on self-doubt or pessimism later on during the monthly Moon-Saturn union (11:46PM PST).

Your Love Horoscopes for the Week of January 28th

Relationship rules may shift this weekend as the planetary lovers Venus and Mars change signs on Friday. The alluring planet of amour enters Aquarius where independence and unconventionality trump tradition and sentiment. Yet energetic Mars’ move into gentle Pisces adds tender touches and a reluctance to come on strong. Volunteering for a cause or serving a higher purpose, though, is a wonderful way to connect.
Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Let the pleasures you seek come to you instead of pushing so hard to pursue them this weekend. Your ruling planet Mars softens on Friday upon entering spiritual Pisces, encouraging you to be more open to receiving love and affection. This emotional interlude is best spent in quiet places where you don’t have to shout to be heard above the noise of the crowd. Privacy is especially precious now because it allows you to reveal your vulnerable side and invite a companion into your heart.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

A relationship can head off in a radically different direction when your magnetic ruling planet Venus dances into quirky Aquarius on Friday. Break your social habits and experiment with new ways to play. Don’t give in to pressure from someone who doesn’t want to change. You are happier spending time in the company of a less conventional person rather than trying to please a rigid individual to no avail. Freedom comes first now. It’s okay if you choose to avoid all the drama and escape to a drama-free zone.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

Your taste for exotic experiences and unconventional people intensifies this weekend. Alluring Venus enters avant-garde Aquarius and your 9th House of Faraway Places on Friday, which makes foreign cultures and intellectually stimulating individuals infinitely more appealing. Learning experiences and educational settings can also provide ample opportunities to meet someone who catches your eye. Conversation is the key ingredient as your mind will lead your heart to love.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

Your social life gets steamy on Saturday when the Moon slips into sultry Scorpio. This passion heats up your 5th House of Romance and emboldens you to express your desires with greater intensity. Don’t sit back and wait for someone to come to you; get out there and go after what you want. You’re sensitive enough to know how to express your needs without making others uncomfortable. A little bit of seduction goes a long way now toward creating the intimacy you seek.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Romance should get a sweet boost this weekend when alluring Venus enters your 7th House of Partners on Friday. But the path to the heart goes through your head now, when being smart can make the difference between delight and disappointment. Attraction to someone who is not your usual type or doing something unexpected with your current partner could produce an extremely pleasant surprise. Explore and experiment to find the treasure you deserve.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Passionate Mars slips into your 7th House of Relationships on Friday to add a touch of magic to your personal life over the next six weeks. Tenderness and compassion are the keys to finding inspiration with your current partner or in connecting with someone new. Your hopes are high, which opens the door to intimacy, but your ability to assess others could be a little fuzzy. It’s fine to indulge in a fantasy romance as long as you don’t build your future on it.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You should be ready to rock out this weekend as your magnetic ruling planet Venus dances into your playful 5th House on Friday. A cool new look and an outgoing attitude are bound to attract plenty of attention your way without the appearance of searching for it. Having a cheerful disposition and being creative in your approach makes you someone others naturally want to be around. Being friendly is a plus as long as an undesirable person doesn’t misread your signals. Establishing clear boundaries avoids any misunderstandings spoiling your fun.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Action-planet Mars slides into dreamy Pisces and your 5th House of Romance on Friday, which should add some juice to your social life for the next six weeks. Let your imagination run free to play whatever kind of role you want. The evocative Moon’s presence in your sign on Saturday creates another layer of passion and intensity that is likely to bring your feelings to the surface. But learning to express those strong emotions in a lighthearted manner makes you nearly impossible to resist.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Your sense of humor could be wicked this weekend with flirty Venus entering brainy Aquarius on Friday. This cosmic shift occurs in your communicative 3rd House, which should make you a fascinating conversationalist over the next six weeks. A casual little chat in a coffee shop could turn into something more personal if you play your cards right. Nevertheless, knowing when to back off from the jokes is essential because the mood can be broken quickly with one inappropriate remark. Watch for the subtle clues so you don’t inadvertently scare off the person you want most.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

A feeling of freedom can lift your sense of self-worth when valuable Venus enters liberating Aquarius on Friday. This confidence boost occurs in your 2nd House of Assets where you grow more desirable by taking some unusual risks. Showing a less conventional side of your personality and breaking some of your personal rules is exciting for you and appealing to others. Lighten up now and people should find you to be more irresistible than ever.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Your time to shine starts on Friday when alluring Venus enters your trendsetting sign. Your magnetism increases when you show off your originality and inventiveness. Sure, being a little different may not appeal to everyone’s taste but you’re not trying to win an election. Celebrating your personal style and unique form of beauty is a great way to have fun and pull someone who appreciates your individuality into your unconventional orbit.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You should feel a desire to take on new challenges this weekend as restless Mars enters your sign on Friday. This is not an invitation to behave recklessly but is a reminder to take charge of your personal life. You know how to push people in a gentle way that doesn’t appear bossy but makes your desires known. Taking initiative in relationships is a must since you’re the one with the drive, the imagination and the inspiration to make magic happen.

Nightly Cosmic Calendar for Tuesday, January 29th

Putting too much on your plate right now may be counter-productive as the Moon in Virgo squares Jupiter in Gemini (3:15AM PST). Keep in mind that 24 hours from now, Jupiter will finally station and turn direct after almost four months of retrograde motion.  While it is wise to slow your tempo in educational, business and professional matters, a Sun-Vesta trine in air signs (7:05AM PST) can spark your interest in exploring new options on the investment front. Look into what makes the stock, bond, commodity and precious-metal markets tick. Health and dietary concerns are back on center stage with the Moon in Virgo. Consider using a juicer to add vitamins and minerals to your nutritional intake.  If you are feeling the urge to pull away from the crowd, chalk it up to the combination of hermit-like Virgo Moon as well as a supportive, 60-degree tie between the lunar orb and Saturn (12:14PM PST). Learn crucial lessons from history books, almanacs and biographies as Jupiter — the largest planet in the solar system — is poised to shift gears tomorrow morning.

Daily Cosmic Calendar for January 23rd

The universe could be attempting to trap you into a void lunar twilight zone. This time it is the Moon in Gemini trine to Mars in Aquarius (3:43AM PST) that seems to gift you with a dose of physical, emotional and mental vitality. However, the rug is pulled out from under you as the void-of course lunar vibration begins simultaneously and then lasts for over 15+ hours until 7:01PM PST.  It is always wise to count your blessings during a void Moon cycle and not overplay your hand. However, your abilities as a superb problem-solver and strategist may return with a burst of excitement when the Sun forms a supportive, 60-degree liaison with Pallas (7:52AM PST). Take a time-out from business as usual if possible. Visit a favorite bookstore or museum for a change of pace. Board, word and card games offer relaxation and can be an antidote for mid-week accumulated stress.  The scene shifts to home and family interests once the Moon enters the sign of its natural abode — Cancer (7:01PM PST). Clean-up campaigns around your residence are back in style. Don’t be surprised if a wave of nostalgia washes over you when the Moon trines Neptune in water signs (10:37PM PST). Brooding over past failures, lost love, and things you cannot control are no-nos.

The Witches Almanac for *Monday, January 14th

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The Witches Almanac for *Monday, January 14th

*Monday (Moon): Peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friends, psychic awareness, purification and fertility.

Feast of the Ass (French)

*Waxing Moon

*The Waxing Moon (from the New Moon to the Full) is the ideal time for magic to draw things toward you.

Moon Sign: *Aquarius

*Aquarius: Rebellious energy. Time to break habits and make abrupt changes. Personal freedom and individuality is the focus.

Moon enters *Pisces 5:49 am

*Pisces: The focus is on dreaming nostalgia, intuition, and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.

Moon Phase: First Quarter

Incense: Narcissus

Color: Lavender

Your Daily Cosmic Calendar for January 13th

There’s no rest for the weary as the Moon makes its monthly conjunction with the red planet Mars in Aquarius (12:38AM PST). According to the traditional astrological rules relating to the void-of-course Moon condition, there is now another lengthy lunar uncertainty cycle to contend with that lasts until 2:50AM PST tomorrow.  It’s important to note that not every professional astrologer works with the void Moon placement and the reasons are far too numerous to list here. Suffice it to say, wisdom dictates that recognizing the void nature of the lunar trajectory can assist you in doing the very best with what the universe is offering up on its silver platter.  Today’s Moon-Mars union can send out many emotional sparks — some of which can inflame romantic bonds and business deals. Cooking, baking and cleaning your garden tools can be satisfying experiences since the Moon trines Ceres in air signs (12:13PM PST).  A trio of challenging aspects will keep you on high alert as Mercury moves into a dicey, 135-degree tie with Ceres (5:35PM PST), Vesta makes an off-kilter, 150-degree contact with Saturn (6:02PM PST), and Mercury also forms a frictional, 45-degree connection with Chiron (10:33PM PST).