Current Moon Phase for August 30: Waxing Gibbous

Gibbous Moon

(waxing/96% illumination)

Distractions from the outside begin pressing into your world. Analysis is favored, reevaluating all the various factors you are dealing with. It’s a time to process information and effectively integrate your aims with the people in your immediate environment. This is a good time for organizing things. This Moon phase is suited for synthesis: coming up with a practical plan for getting from point A to point B. Adjustment is required

The Witches’ Almanac for Thursday, August 30

 

The Witches Almanac for *Thursday, August 30

 

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

St. Rose of Lima Day (Peruvian)

Moon Sign: *Aquarius

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

*Waxing Moon

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

Moon enters *Pisces 6:31 pm

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

Moon Phase:  Second Quarter

Incense:  Jasmine

Color:  Purple

Current Moon Phase for August 29: Waxing Gibbous

Gibbous Moon

(waxing/88% illumination)

Distractions from the outside begin pressing into your world. Analysis is favored, reevaluating all the various factors you are dealing with. It’s a time to process information and effectively integrate your aims with the people in your immediate environment. This is a good time for organizing things. This Moon phase is suited for synthesis: coming up with a practical plan for getting from point A to point B. Adjustment is required.

The Witches Almanac for Wednesday, August 29

The Witches Almanac for *Wednesday, August 29

 

*Wednesday (Mercury): The conscious mind, study, travel, divination and wisdom.

St. John’s Beheading

Moon Sign:  *Aquarius

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

*Waxing Moon

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

Incense:  Bay Laurel

Moon Phase:  Second Quarter

Color:  Topaz

Witches Almanac for *Tuesday, August 28

 

Witches Almanac for *Tuesday, August 28

*Tuesday (Mars):  Passion, sex, courage, aggression and protection.

St. Augustine’s Day

Moon Sign: *Capricorn

*Capricorn:  Develops strong structure. Focus on traditions, responsibilities, and obligations. A good time to set boundaries and rules

*Waxing Moon

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

Moon enters *Aquarius 1:38 pm

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

Moon Phase:  Second Quarter

Incense: Ylang ylang

Color:  Red

The Witches’ Almanac for Monday, August 27

Witches Almanac for *Monday, August 27

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

Summer Break (English)

Moon Sign:  *Capricorn

*Capricorn:  Develops strong structure. Focus on traditions, responsibilities, and obligations. A good time to set boundaries and rules.

*Waxing Moon

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

Incense Rosemary

Moon Phase:  Second Quarter

Color:  Ivory

Your Weekend Love Horoscopes for August 24 – 26

Weekend Love: Lunar Love

By Jeff Jawer

Action-Packed Amour

August 24 – 26

Put on your running shoes and get ready for adventure this weekend. The Moon enters enthusiastic and dynamic Sagittarius on Friday morning to inspire vigorous activity. This is no time to be lounging around in a lazy mood because the train to social stimulation is moving fast. Leaving behind familiar places and activities is one way to catch a ride, but opening minds to bigger visions of the future is equally important. There’s a fast and loose quality with the Sagittarius Moon that makes jokes fly freely. Sensitive souls can be bruised if these comments are taken too seriously. Fortunately, assertive Mars in sexy Scorpio aligns favorably with compassionate Neptune, which should smooth most of the rough edges. And even if someone goes too far in word or deed, there’s an ability to recognize mistakes and right the situation.
Sunday is more serious with the Moon’s move into responsible Capricorn in the morning. Plans solidify and ambitions grow, which can put a crimp on spontaneity. The Moon’s conjunction with potent, penetrating Pluto touches powerful feelings, and deciding whether to share these desires, doubts and fears or not could be a critical choice.

Current Moon Phase for August 24: First Quarter

First Quarter Moon

(waxing/52% illumination)

The Moon is in the zodiac sign Scorpio

Emotions begin to stir coupled with recognizing that the new beginnings you are making must also increase personal security to be worthwhile over the long haul. This is a time when it’s appropriate to get in touch with your gut instincts and begin to guide your life more deliberately, with an awareness of using your “sixth sense” as well as your enthusiasm. Obstacles may emerge that require you to reevaluate how to better integrate yourself into your immediate environment.

The Witches Almanac for Friday, August 24

The Witches Almanac for *Friday, August 24

*Friday (Venus): Love, friendship, reconciliation and beauty.

St. Bartholomew’s Day

Moon Sign:  *Scorpio

*Scorpio:  Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.

*Waxing Moon

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

Moon enters *Sagittarius 6:50 am

*Sagittarius:  Encourages flights of imagination and confidence. This is an adventurous, philosophical and athletic Moon sign. Favors expansion and growth.

Moon Phase:  Second Quarter 9:54 am

Incense:  Mint

Color:  Coral

Current Moon Phase for August 23: Waxing Crescent Moon

Crescent Moon

(waxing/44% illumination)

The moon is in the zodiac sign Scorpio

During this Moon phase, there is a slight slowing down of enthusiasm due to an emerging desire to produce tangible results from the energy being expended. The issue of values enters into the equation and an urge to tie together the data available so that you can utilize current opportunities. There is still plenty of forward motion, and this is a great time to continue initiating and progressing forward. This Moon phase favors gaining more information and the input of others to further your plans.

The Witches’ Almanac for Thursday, August 23

Witches Almanac for *Thursday, August 23

 

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

National Day (Romanian)

Moon Sign: *Scorpio

*Scorpio: Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive

*Waxing Moon

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

Incense:  Apricot

Moon phase:  First Quarter

Color:  Turquoise

Current Moon Phase for August 22: Waxing Crescent Moon

Crescent Moon

(waxing/38% illumination)

During this Moon phase, there is a slight slowing down of enthusiasm due to an emerging desire to produce tangible results from the energy being expended. The issue of values enters into the equation and an urge to tie together the data available so that you can utilize current opportunities. There is still plenty of forward motion, and this is a great time to continue initiating and progressing forward. This Moon phase favors gaining more information and the input of others to further your plans.

Witches Almanac for *Wednesday, August 22

 

Witches Almanac for *Wednesday, August 22

*Wednesday (Mercury):  The conscious mind, study, travel, divination and wisdom

Feast of the Queenship of Mary (English)

Moon Sign:  *Libra

*Libra:  Favors cooperation, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance, and partnership

*Waxing Moon

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

Moon enter *Scorpio 3:54 am

*Scorpio:  Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.

Moon phase:  First Quarter

Incense:  Lilac

Color:  Brown

Sun enters *Virgo 1:07 pm

*Virgo:  Favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focuses health, hygiene, and daily schedules.

Wish Upon A Leaf Spell For Love

Wish Upon A Leaf Spell For Love

What You Will Need:

  • Bay leaf
  • Pen
  • New Moon (especially powerful if done while the sun is in the sign Leo July 23-August 2

The Spell:

On the night of a new moon, write your wish on a bay leaf. Simply take the bay leaf outside and look at the moon, then kiss the leaf three times and sleep with it under your pillow.

Current Moon Phase for August 21: Waxing Crescent Moon

Crescent Moon

(waxing/30% illumination)

The Moon is in zodiac sign Libra

Current Moon Phase is from August 17th to 24th

During this Moon phase, there is a slight slowing down of enthusiasm due to an emerging desire to produce tangible results from the energy being expended. The issue of values enters into the equation and an urge to tie together the data available so that you can utilize current opportunities. There is still plenty of forward motion, and this is a great time to continue initiating and progressing forward. This Moon phase favors gaining more information and the input of others to further your plans.

Witches Almanac for Tuesday, August 21

 

Witches Almanac for *Tuesday, August 21

*Tuesday (Mars):  Passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.

Consualia (Roman)

Moon Sign: *Leo

*Leo: Draws emphasis to the self, central ideas or institutions, away from connections with others and other emotional needs. People tend to be melodramatic.

*Waxing Moon

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

Incense: Cedar

Moon Phase: First Quarter

Color:  Gray

Your Love Horoscopes for the Week of August 20

We start playing for keeps with two planets entering passionate Scorpio this week. The Moon’s presence in this mysterious sign on Wednesday and Thursday adds depth, power and complexity to relationships. But a more potent influence is assertive Mars’ move into tenacious Scorpio on Thursday where it will provoke deep feelings and extreme actions for the next six weeks.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

It’s time to take a relationship to the next level or consider cutting ties as your ruling planet Mars enters relentless Scorpio and your 8th House of Deep Sharing on Thursday. If you’re single and looking, you will be ready to push harder for what you want. But if you haven’t addressed an important issue in a current alliance, expect to encounter it now. Finding satisfaction with someone requires work, but is well worth the effort when both of you are willing to compromise for the sake of love.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

Expect more heat in relationships with passionate Mars’ entry into emotional Scorpio and your 7th House of Partners on Thursday. This could spur conflict with your current squeeze or when meeting someone new. Confrontations are possible yet they could be exciting if the tone doesn’t turn aggressive. Your capacity to hang tough to get what you want is a major asset for reigniting the fire in your present union or sparking a new one.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

You’re ready to spread your wings and fly this weekend with the Moon’s visit to adventurous Sagittarius on Friday morning. This lunar transit in your 7th House of Partners attracts outgoing people who are more into fun than commitment. If you’re in a relationship, make sure to mix up your usual social patterns to avoid boredom. Going on an unplanned outing this weekend is a great way to maintain the high level of stimulation you crave now.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

You should feel more desirable than ever this week with the magnetic Scorpio Moon’s transit of your 5th House of Romance on Wednesday and Thursday. But the passion you’re feeling will last even longer with sexy Mars entering this attention grabbing part of your chart on Thursday for the next six weeks. Intensity makes you more captivating now, which is good news for your rising libido. Once your intentions are known, others will find you nearly impossible to resist.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

It’s not what you see that counts this week, but what you’re feeling deep below the surface. The evocative Moon and energetic Mars dive into enigmatic Scorpio where they stir the emotional waters in your 4th House of Roots. Old relationship issues won’t go away and may need to be faced once again. Yet if you’re perceptive, patient and persistent enough to address your fears, you can finally put this part of the past behind you.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Entertaining at your place is a wonderful way to stretch yourself this weekend. The outgoing Sagittarius Moon occupies your 4th House of Home and Family, which is perfect for opening up your home and sharing your heart. Maintaining a healthy sense of humor and the ability to overlook petty details makes it possible for you to relax and have a good time. Being truthful about your desires is also  key to repairing a relationship or getting on a new track toward finding love.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

It’s great to be free and open with your words this weekend, but your actions require a bit of cautionary discretion. The Moon’s presence in cheerful Sagittarius and your convivial 3rd House on Friday and Saturday makes it easy to chat up just about anyone. Energetic Mars moves into calculating Scorpio and your 2nd House of Resources on Thursday for the next six weeks, where measuring what you give is essential to maintaining a healthy self-esteem.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You could be ready to take the lead in relationship matters this week with two planets moving into your willful sign. The Moon’s midweek visit lasts only two days, but your enterprising ruling planet Mars marches into Scorpio on Thursday and stays there until October 6. It’s time to push others for what you want and to push yourself to get in the best shape possible. Your confidence grows stronger when you feel good in your body.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Your mood should be buoyant with the Moon in your optimistic sign on Friday and Saturday. Breaking out of habitual activities to experiment with new people or unusual places will get this weekend off to a lively start. Sunday’s energy is even sweeter  offering you magical moments when you’re alone with one gentle person in a private place. You don’t need special plans to enjoy yourself since inspiration for finding pleasure seems to come out of the blue.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You may want to be cautious about making too many commitments this weekend. The Moon is drifting  through your 12th House of Unraveling on Friday and Saturday, which might drain your energy if you’re not careful. A little self-protection can go a long way to preventing physical exhaustion or an emotional meltdown. Sunday’s mood is very different with a lunar transit into your well-organized sign. A playful day with those you love is likely, although serious issues might arise later that night.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Friends make all the difference in your personal life this weekend with the adventurous Sagittarius Moon hanging out in your 11th House of Groups on Friday and Saturday. Working for a cause or being part of a team supports your ideals while increasing your chances of meeting someone new. If you already have a partner, joining up to do something for others can solidify your heart connection with a newfound sense of passion and purpose.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

There may be magic brewing in your personal life this weekend. Mars swims into the intense waters of insightful Scorpio and your visionary 9th House of Depth on Thursday and forms a favorable angle with your imaginative ruling planet Neptune on Sunday. This is terrific for creating an environment in which play and passion blend easily. You know how to initiate contact with a gentle touch that can be very seductive. Practicing patient persistence is likely to get you what you want.

Current Moon Phase for August 20: New Moon

Current Moon Phase for August 20

New Moon

(waxing 0 – 45 degree)

The moon is in zodiac sign Libra

by Jan Spiller

The New Moon is a time best suited to making new beginnings! For the first 48 hours following the exact time of the New Moon each month, a window of opportunity opens for making wishes that, if written down, come true in the days and months ahead. There is a tremendous amount of enthusiasm in the atmosphere and a feeling of Springtime. This is a great time to go forward and begin projects that you feel instinctively attracted to initiating. Follow your impulses and let yourself make new starts in areas that are important to you.

The Witches Almanac for Monday, August 20

Witches Almanac for *Monday, August 20

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

Constitution Day (Hungarian)

Moon Sign:  *Virgo

*Virgo:  Favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focuses on health, hygiene and daily schedules.

*Waxing Moon

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

Moon enters Libra 12:45 am

Moon phase:  First Quarter

Incense:  Narcissus

Color:  Silver

The Witches’ Almanac for Friday, August 17

The Witches’ Almanac for *Friday, August 17

*Friday (Venus):  Love, friendship, reconciliation and beauty.

Feast of the Hungry Ghosts (Chinese)

Moon Sign:  *Leo

*Leo:  Draw emphasis to the self, central ideas, or institutions, away from connections with others and other emotional needs. People ten to be melodramatic.

*Waning Moon

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

Moon enters *Virgo 8:33 pm

*Virgo:  Favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focuses on health, hygiene, and daily schedules.

Moon phase:  New Moon 11:54 am

Incense: Rose

Color:  Pink