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Crafting Your Own Sacred Schedule – Part 8

How Do You Celebrate?

Now, all this exploration doesn’t mean that every day you note as important must be acknowledged with elaborate ritual. Lighting a candle on your altar, taking a few moments to meditate outside, or preparing a favorite meal of a deceased loved one all work beautifully. If you know a particular day is going to hit you hard emotionally or mentally, then remember to schedule self-care of some kind. That can be anything from taking a cleansing bath to scheduling an outing with friends to dedicating the day to doing community service.

Copyright by Laura Tempst Zakroof Llewellyn;s Witches’ Datebook 2020 Pages 20 to 23

Daily Horoscope Sunday, May 17, 2020

Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or important decisions from 3:45 AM to 10 AM EDT today (0:45 AM to 7 AM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Pisces into Aries.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

There’s bad days and there’s good day and this is a good day! The Moon is in your sign and the Sun is dancing with moneybags Jupiter. Ask the universe for a favour because the answer just might be yes. After the Moon Alert is over, this is a strong day for financial matters.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is an excellent day because the Sun is still in your sign and today it’s dancing with lucky, moneybags Jupiter. Trust your optimism and positive take on things. Look for ways to expand your world, perhaps even internationally.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You will still prefer to take a backseat; nevertheless, this is a feel-good day and you are happy! Interaction with a female friend might be important. Even though you are pulling strings from behind the scenes, your ambition is strong.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Because you are upbeat and enthusiastic today, you will attract the attention of others. You might take a leadership role in a group whether online or in person. You might also encourage others to pursue positive goals. This is a powerful day for you!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You look fabulous in the eyes of others, which is why people will praise you today or ask for your advice. In particular, your relations with people in authority are excellent. Whatever you do today might bring you future profits or expand your career in an excellent way.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This is a wonderful day to explore opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine, the law or anything to do with higher education. For example, you will enjoy studying anything that expands your horizons. If you can’t physically travel, then discover the world in other ways.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Discussions with others might enrich your coffers today because something might attract wealth to you. You might hear news of an inheritance or money or wealth might come to your partner? (Be cooperative with others today because the Moon is opposite your sign.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Relations with partners and close friends are super positive today! This is a good day to enjoy the company of others because you want to be included in something bigger than yourself. Reach out to good friends and partners either in person or online.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Meetings whether virtual or in reality that are work-related will be positive today because people will enjoy the company of each other. Furthermore, it’s a great day to make plans because everyone is thinking about the future in positive terms!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is a fun-loving day! Enjoy socializing with others in any way that you can. Likewise, enjoy playful activities with kids. You will also welcome any opportunity to express your creativity. (Nevertheless, the placement of the Moon will make you happy to cocoon at home as well.)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

If it is possible for you to entertain family at home today, this will bring you great joy. This might be in person or it might be a Zoom party! Not only are you happy to talk to family members, with the placement of today’s Moon, you have an emotional need to reach out to someone.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Enthusiasm is contagious and today you are enthusiastic! This is why others will enjoy your company in person or online. Reach out and make contact with others. This is also a great day to write because you are keen to communicate!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Musician Taj Mahal (1942) shares your birthday today. You have a sharp mind, excellent business savvy and wonderful self-discipline. The good news for you is that this is your time of harvest! Yay! Now you will begin to reap the benefits of your efforts in the last decade. You deserve this time of success. Expect to enjoy an increased influence and leadership in your relationships. Yes!

To read anyone’s birthday horoscope

May 17 Moon Goddess’ Current Phase

Today the Moon will be in a Waning Crescent phase. In this phase the Moon’s illumination is growing smaller each day until the New Moon. During this phase 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. This phase is best viewed an hour or 2 before the sunrise and can be quite beautiful if you’re willing to get up early. 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.

From Moongiant.com

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, you know was on the date the person was born.

17 May Southern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

17 May (16) 2020
08:00 pm GMT 6:00 AM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:26 Taurus 24
Moon:21 Pisces 18
Mercury:10 Gemini 04
Venus:21 Gemini 35 Rx
Mars:02 Pisces 30
Jupiter:27 Capricorn 14 Rx
Saturn:01 Aquarius 56 Rx
Uranus:07 Taurus 45
Neptune:20 Pisces 35
Pluto:24 Capricorn 53 Rx

True Lunar Node:29 Gemini 39 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Cancer 00 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Aries 23

Chiron:08 Aries 09
Ceres:06 Pisces 10
Pallas:00 Aquarius 57
Juno:06 Libra 06 Rx
Vesta:22 Gemini 21

Eris:24 Aries 13

Fire:3
Earth:4
Air:7
Water:5
Cardinal:7
Fixed:4
Mutable:8
If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link 

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

May 16 Northern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

May 16, 2020
11:00 am GMT 6:00 AM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:26 Taurus 02
Moon:16 Pisces 50
Mercury:09 Gemini 19
Venus:21 Gemini 38 Rx
Mars:02 Pisces 14
Jupiter:27 Capricorn 14 Rx
Saturn:01 Aquarius 56 Rx
Uranus:07 Taurus 44
Neptune:20 Pisces 35
Pluto:24 Capricorn 53 Rx

True Lunar Node:29 Gemini 41 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Cancer 01 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Aries 20

Chiron:08 Aries 08
Ceres:06 Pisces 05
Pallas:00 Aquarius 57
Juno:06 Libra 08 Rx
Vesta:22 Gemini 12

Eris:24 Aries 13

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

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

May 16 Moon Goddess’ Current Phase

Today the Moon will be in a Waning Crescent phase. In this phase the Moon’s illumination is growing smaller each day until the New Moon. During this phase 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. This phase is best viewed an hour or 2 before the sunrise and can be quite beautiful if you’re willing to get up early. 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.

From Moongiant.com

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, you know was on the date the person was born.

Daily Horoscope Saturday, May 16, 2020

Moon Alert

We have the “all clear” today to shop and do business. The Moon is in Pisces.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Although money and cash flow are a strong focus now, today you want to play it low-key from behind the scenes. Seek out some solitude in beautiful surroundings so that you can catch your breath and make some plans.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Because the Sun is in your sign for four more days, you are empowered! Use this to your advantage! Go after what you want. Today you might be involved with a female friend or acquaintance, or a member of a group. Good day to think about future goals.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

For the next four days, you will continue to play things low-key until the Sun enters your sign. Nevertheless, today because the Moon is at the top of your chart, you’re high viz. In fact, personal details about your private life are public for some reason.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This continues to be a popular time for you, which means you will enjoy talking to people in person or online, especially groups and organizations. It’s an excellent time to think about goals. Today in particular, you are restless to do something different. (You’re hungry for a change of scenery.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Bosses, parents and VIPs are impressed with you at this time, which means this is your chance to make your pitch or do what you can to advance your agenda because doors will open for you. Your involvement with younger, artistic people is positive. Check out financial details today.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Remember to be patient with partners and close friends while Mars is opposite your sign because Mars makes you easily annoyed! Unfortunately, Mars will stay there until the end of June, which means you need to exercise patience. Fortunately, relations with bosses and parents are excellent.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You are on top of things because you’re focused on debt, taxes, shared property and all that stuff you sometimes ignore. Because you would love to travel and have a change of scenery, explore what you can online. Learn something new. Set aside 15 minutes today to get better organized in some messy area of your life.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Your need for more sleep will continue for the next few days and then you will feel rested. (It’s been a struggle this month – no question.) Today you feel playful and lighthearted. Enjoy the company of children or romantic partners. Do something that makes you happy.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You are still in an industrious mode, keen to organize the world around you. You enjoy working hard! Likewise, you’re also enthusiastic to improve your health. Relations with partners and close friends are excellent. Today you will enjoy some down time cocooning at home.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Reach out to others today because you’re in a fun-loving mood. You need the contact and stimulation of others in person or online. Relations with coworkers are positive but today you want to play! A short trip or a drive will really appeal.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Continue to enjoy your focus on home and family for the next few days. Today in particular, you have an interest in financial matters, perhaps shopping? Keep your receipts because it’s easy to go overboard shopping online when you’re restless. (Aggh!)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Get some physical exercise because with Mars in your sign, you need to release some pent-up energy that might build up within you. Look for opportunities to communicate to others because you want to enlighten someone about something. You have something to say!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Yannick Bisson (1969) shares your birthday today. You have a strong personality and seek harmony of balance in your emotions. Because this is a year of teaching and learning, you will learn something that sets you in a new direction, which could be crucial for your success next year. Why not explore meditation, yoga or any discipline that will help you to get a better understanding of who you are?

Click here for Georgia Nicols’ Daily Horoscopes

16 May Southern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

16 May (15) 2020
08:00 pm GMT 6:00 AM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Taurus 26
Moon:09 Pisces 21
Mercury:08 Gemini 05
Venus:21 Gemini 43 Rx
Mars:01 Pisces 49
Jupiter:27 Capricorn 14 Rx
Saturn:01 Aquarius 56 Rx
Uranus:07 Taurus 42
Neptune:20 Pisces 34
Pluto:24 Capricorn 54 Rx

True Lunar Node:29 Gemini 42 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Cancer 03 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Aries 16

Chiron:08 Aries 07
Ceres:05 Pisces 56
Pallas:00 Aquarius 57
Juno:06 Libra 10 Rx
Vesta:21 Gemini 56

Eris:24 Aries 13

Fire:3
Earth:4
Air:7
Water:5
Cardinal:7
Fixed:4
Mutable:8
If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link 

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

For Your Listening Pleasure

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May 15 Northern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, USA

May 15, 2020
11:00 am GMT 6:00 AM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Taurus 04
Moon:04 Pisces 50
Mercury:07 Gemini 20
Venus:21 Gemini 45 Rx
Mars:01 Pisces 33
Jupiter:27 Capricorn 14 Rx
Saturn:01 Aquarius 57 Rx
Uranus:07 Taurus 41
Neptune:20 Pisces 34
Pluto:24 Capricorn 54 Rx

True Lunar Node:29 Gemini 43 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Cancer 04 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Aries 14

Chiron:08 Aries 06
Ceres:05 Pisces 50
Pallas:00 Aquarius 56
Juno:06 Libra 12 Rx
Vesta:21 Gemini 46

Eris:24 Aries 13

Fire:3
Earth:4
Air:7
Water:5
Cardinal:7
Fixed:4
Mutable:8
If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this linkCurrentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

Crafting Your Own Sacred Schedule – Part 6

Local Festivities

Where we live has a huge impact on how we turn the Wheel. The landscape, the seasons, and local culture all affect how we experience the world around us. The community in which you live probably all ready has festivals that honor certain changes, such as a harvest festival, an annual block party, a yearly parade to commemorate an event in the town’s history, or a natural phenomenon that happens like clockwork (monsoons, fog season, second summer, etc.) These modern-day observances can have just as much power as the commonly accepted sabbats — and even more personal meaning for you because the event directly reflects the spirit of where you live. Remember everything has an origin!

Copyright by Laura Tempst Zakroof Llewellyn;s Witches’ Datebook 2020 Pages 20 to 23

Daily Horoscope Friday, May 15, 2020

Moon Alert

We have the “all clear” today to shop and do business. The Moon is in Pisces.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

You are restless and perhaps even excited today because you have some moneymaking ideas that are percolating on the back of your mind. Or perhaps these ideas are about buying something or seeing a new use for something you own? (You’re clever!)

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You might encounter someone unusual today. This person is different for some reason either because they are from another culture or they are avant-garde or younger or older. Whatever the case, this person will intrigue you and possibly prompt you to change your goals.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

People see you as independent and rather bold today. Perhaps this is because you’re prepared to ask for what you want? This might surprise a parent or a boss because they didn’t see this coming. (Possibly, the situation is reversed and you are surprised by a parent or boss.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

If you have the chance today, you will suddenly travel somewhere or do something different because you feel adventurous. Quite likely, you cannot do this. Nevertheless, some of you will. Make an effort to learn something new that stimulates your mind.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You might learn something unusual regarding taxes, debt, insurance issues or shared property. Likewise, something unexpected might impact your banking details. Therefore, stay on top of these matters so that you aren’t caught off guard. Forewarned is forearmed.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Be patient with friends and partners because they might do something that surprises you today. Furthermore, with Mars opposite your sign at this time, you are inclined to be easily annoyed. The way to handle this is to take a beat before you react. Be in charge of your response.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Your work routine will have a few surprises today. Or perhaps, you might hear unexpected news about your health or a pet. There is an element of unpredictability today so tread carefully and think before you say or do anything. Fortunately, you might see ways to improve something today.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This is an accident-prone day for your kids so if you are a parent or a teacher be extra vigilant. Meanwhile, any kind of social occasion might suddenly change. It might demand your attention or it might be cancelled. Guard against sports injuries. Nevertheless, this is a creative day for you!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Something unexpected will impact your home routine today. Small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur. Domestic arguments could take place. Stay on your toes because something unexpected will likely take place. This is also a good day to introduce something high-tech to your home.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is a mildly accident-prone day so pay attention to everything you say and do. On the upside, your mind is really clicking along today, which is why you are full of bright, clever, original ideas. A neighbour or relative might surprise you by doing something unusual. (Whaaat?)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Keep an eye on your possessions and your money today because something unpredictable could impact your assets. Alternatively, you might find money or you might lose money. Be vigilant and protect your belongings against loss, theft or damage. Meanwhile, you have some clever, original moneymaking ideas!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You want a little excitement in your life today! Because of this you might be tempted to start an argument or shake things up with the people around you. If you’re lucky, you might meet somebody new and exciting, which will hopefully satisfy your urge for some fresh stimulation. (Whatever floats your boat.)

If Your Birthday Is Today

Politician, diplomat Madeleine Albright (1937) shares your birthday today. You are a hard-working team player. Service to others is your theme this year, especially with family. This means you must take care of yourself so that you are a strong resource for yourself and others. Invest in the relationships that you value. Tap into your personal creativity and hobbies.

Click here for Georgia Nicols’ Daily Horoscopes

May 15 Moon Goddess’ Current Phase

Today the Moon will be in a Waning Crescent phase. In this phase the Moon’s illumination is growing smaller each day until the New Moon. During this phase 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. This phase is best viewed an hour or 2 before the sunrise and can be quite beautiful if you’re willing to get up early. 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.

From Moongiant.com

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, you know was on the date the person was born.

15 May Southern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

15 May (14) 2020
08:00 pm GMT 6:00 AM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:24 Taurus 28
Moon:27 Aquarius 16
Mercury:06 Gemini 04
Venus:21 Gemini 48 Rx
Mars:01 Pisces 08
Jupiter:27 Capricorn 14 Rx
Saturn:01 Aquarius 57 Rx
Uranus:07 Taurus 39
Neptune:20 Pisces 33
Pluto:24 Capricorn 54 Rx

True Lunar Node:29 Gemini 43 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Cancer 06 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Aries 10

Chiron:08 Aries 04
Ceres:05 Pisces 41
Pallas:00 Aquarius 56
Juno:06 Libra 14 Rx
Vesta:21 Gemini 31

Eris:24 Aries 12

Fire:3
Earth:4
Air:8
Water:4
Cardinal:7
Fixed:5
Mutable:7
If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this linkCurrentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

May 14 Northern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, USA

May 14, 2020
11:00 am GMT 6:00 AM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:24 Taurus 06
Moon:22 Aquarius 40
Mercury:05 Gemini 18
Venus:21 Gemini 49 Rx
Mars:00 Pisces 52
Jupiter:27 Capricorn 14
Saturn:01 Aquarius 57 Rx
Uranus:07 Taurus 37
Neptune:20 Pisces 32
Pluto:24 Capricorn 55 Rx

True Lunar Node:29 Gemini 43
Mean Lunar Node:01 Cancer 07 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Aries 07

Chiron:08 Aries 03
Ceres:05 Pisces 36
Pallas:00 Aquarius 56
Juno:06 Libra 16 Rx
Vesta:21 Gemini 21

Eris:24 Aries 12

Fire:3
Earth:4
Air:8
Water:4
Cardinal:7
Fixed:5
Mutable:7
If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

14 May Southern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

14 May (13) 2020
08:00 pm GMT 6:00 AM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:23 Taurus 30
Moon:14 Aquarius 57
Mercury:04 Gemini 01
Venus:21 Gemini 50 Rx
Mars:00 Pisces 27
Jupiter:27 Capricorn 14
Saturn:01 Aquarius 57 Rx
Uranus:07 Taurus 35
Neptune:20 Pisces 32
Pluto:24 Capricorn 55 Rx

True Lunar Node:29 Gemini 43
Mean Lunar Node:01 Cancer 09 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Aries 03

Chiron:08 Aries 01
Ceres:05 Pisces 27
Pallas:00 Aquarius 55
Juno:06 Libra 19 Rx
Vesta:21 Gemini 05

Eris:24 Aries 12

Fire:3
Earth:4
Air:8
Water:4
Cardinal:7
Fixed:5
Mutable:7
If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

May 14 Moon Goddess’ Current Phase

Today the Moon will be in a Third Quarter phase. Sometimes called a Last Quarter Moon, this phase occurs roughly 3 weeks after the New Moon when the earth is three quarter of the way through it’s orbit around the earth. If you live in the northern hemisphere the Moons left side will be illuminated and the right side dark. For thoughts of you in the southern hemisphere it will be the opposite with the right side illuminated. On the day of the Third Quarter phase the Moon will rise around midnight on the eastern horizon and set in the west around noon the next day. In the days following the Third Quarter Phase the Moon’s illumination will decrees each day until the New Moon.

From Moongiant.com

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, you know was on the date the person was born.

Daily Horoscope Thursday, May 14, 2020

Moon Alert

Caution: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 10 AM to 10 PM EDT today (7 AM to 7 PM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Aquarius into Pisces.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Please be aware of the limitations of the Moon Alert. However, you can explore new ways to make money or perhaps a new job. Do your homework. Get your facts. You might also see new uses for something that you already own.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Due to the Moon Alert, this is a poor day to make important decisions; nevertheless, it is a powerful day to think about making changes in your life wherever things are not working out. You might have to let go of something. Wait until the Moon Alert is over to make this decision.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You have an investigative mind today, which is why this is a good day to study the inner workings of your mind – your motivations, your fears, your worries and desires. Take a look. You don’t have to do anything or act differently. But start by observing.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You might attract someone powerful to you today. They might make a strong impression on you with their penetrating gaze. Perhaps you will make a strong impression on them? People are forceful today; nevertheless, this is a poor day for important decisions. (Check Moon Alert.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Your interactions with parents or bosses are powerful today because everyone is intense. Nevertheless, take note that today is a Moon Alert, which means it’s a poor time to make an important decision. Ditto for spending money (except for food and gas).

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Someone might be on a soap box today trying to get others to agree with their views. (Let’s hope it’s not you.) If you meet someone like this, don’t agree to anything until the Moon Alert is over. Tread carefully. You don’t need to buy that knife that cuts through shoe leather.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This is a wonderful, creative day! If you work in the arts, the entertainment world or the hospitality industry, you’ll be full of new ideas. Enjoy socializing. It’s a great day for playful activities with kids. However, check the Moon Alert. Restrict spending to food and entertainment.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This is a tricky day because you will be persuasive and convincing when talking to others, especially partners and close friends. However, this is a poor day to make an important decision or agree to anything or volunteer for anything. Be careful.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You might see ways to improve your health today. You might also see ways to improve your job or introduce reforms to how you do your job or to where you work. The problem is this is a poor day for an important decision. Do your homework and make your suggestions tomorrow.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is a playful, creative day for you. It’s also an excellent day to teach kids. Nevertheless, there is a Moon Alert for most of the day, which means you should postpone important decisions and restrict spending to food, gas and entertainment.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

A conversation with a parent or in authority figure could be significant today. Very likely, you will see ways to make improvements at home, especially to bathroom areas, laundry or something to do with recycling or garbage. Check Moon Alert.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You are super convincing today, which is why others will do your bidding. However, because most of this day is a Moon Alert, be careful what you ask for. Do not volunteer for anything today. Postpone important decisions.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Cate Blanchette (1969) shares your birthday today. You are ambitious, creative and hard-working. You like to be social and have strong visions for the future. This is a year of change, new opportunities! Expect to encounter adventure and stimulating situations. Grab every chance to travel and expand your world through learning new things. Welcome change! Let your personal freedom be your goal this year.

Click here for Georgia Nicols’ Daily Horoscopes

May 13 Moon Goddess’ Current Phase

The Moon today is in a Waning Gibbous Phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with a illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9am and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning. During this phase the Moon can also be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon.

From Moongiant.com

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, you know was on the date the person was born.

Crafting Your Own Sacred Schedule – Part 4

Saint and Deity Days

While certain sabbats may have an associations with specific deities, what if those gods aren’t deities you feel connected to? Maybe the one or ones you choose to work with historically have a special date used to honor them. If you can’t find a specific date or seasons in the records, you might use the day of dedication instead, if you have performed such a rite. Or you could use divination or trance work to determine which day would be pleasing to them.

There’s also a fair amount of folks who have a fondness for saints — whether because they are coming from a Catholic background or they made a connection to that saint via their current path. In some religions, the deities of old became saints because of their powers that be couldn’t squash the belief in them, so they were “legitimatized” instead. In other instances, they can be viewed as the Mighty Dead, or enlightened humans who act as intermediaries to the divine.

Copyright by Laura Tempst Zakroof Llewellyn;s Witches’ Datebook 2020 Pages 20 to 23