GrannyMoon's Morning Feast
10 Aug 2005
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Every day is a Feast Day!!!
Celebrate It!!!
GrannyMoon ~Bringing You The Feast Since 2001
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The Goddess Calendar
Goddess Month of Hesperus runs from 8/9 - 9/5
Lunabar Moon Almanack for Wednesday, August 10, 2005
Phase: Waxing, Crescent Moon. Age: 5 days 22h. 11m.
Moon in Via Combusta.
In the 31st° of the Constellation c Virgo, the Virgin;
& in the 24th° of the Signe d Libra, the Balance
Rises: 11:21 morn. Souths: 5:09 eve. Sets: 10:52 eve.
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Moon Phases
New Moon falls on Thursday, August 04, 2005 at 11:06 PM
First Quarter falls on Friday, August 12, 2005 at 10:40 PM
Full 'Lightning' Moon falls on Friday, August 19, 2005 at 1:54 PM
Last Quarter falls on Friday, August 26, 2005 at 11:19 AM
New Moon falls on Saturday, September 03, 2005 at 2:45 PM
First Quarter falls on Sunday, September 11, 2005 at 7:37 AM
Full 'Lightning' Moon falls on Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 10:01 PM
Last Quarter falls on Sunday, September 25, 2005 at 2:42 AM
Thank you all my dear readers...be blessed.~ GrannyMoon
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Current Moon Phase - Waxing Moon Magick:
The waxing moon is for constructive magick, such as love, wealth, success,
courage, friendship, luck or healthy, protection, divination. Any working that
needs extra power, such as help finding a new job or healings for serious
conditions, can be done now. Also, love, knowledge, legal undertakings, money
and dreams.
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Star IQ - Wednesday, August 10
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The Moon attempts to keep life in balance today as she continues her visit to
Venus-ruled Libra, the sign of the scales. Venus is active, forming a tense
square with powerful Pluto that dredges up not-so-pretty feelings that aren't
easy to express. Next, Venus creates a magical quintile with dreamy Neptune,
transforming individual needs into spiritual pursuits. Then, an uneasy aspect
with Mars drives us to the edge of anger-but the Libra Moon saves the day and
packages our feelings in a graceful manner.
Aries Cancer Libra Capricorn
Taurus Leo Scorpio Aquarius
Gemini Virgo Sagittarius Pisces
Transiting Mercury Trine Natal Jupiter-Your ability to think, learn and
communicate should be very high now. Facts flow with principles to make a
powerful and interesting presentation. Your mind is flexible and open, but not
without critical judgment. You flow from the big picture to the smallest detail
with great ease. This is a good time to reach out and make new contacts. You've
got something meaningful to say and the world is ready to listen. Travel of the
mind and body are strongly favored now, too.
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GrannyMoon Says Today Is: Woden's Day - Energy: Male Ruler: Mercury - Rules
healings, the mind - Use for magick involving mental issues, learning, higher
education, addictions, communications, travel, young people, messages,
perception, self-expression, artists, poets, and writers
a.. Today's Magickal Influences: Conjurations, Predictions, Knowledge,
Writing, Eloquence
b.. Today's Goddesses: Aset [Isis], Demeter, Ceres, Spider Woman, Bona Dea,
Oya, Devi-Kali, Hella, Rhiannon, Coatlique, Maman Brigette, Sekhmet, Het Heret
[Hathor]
c.. Incense: Cinnamon, Cinquefoil
d.. Perfumes: Sweetpea, Lavender, Mastic, Frankincense, Cloves
e.. Color of The Day: Yellow, Gray, Violet
f.. Colors for Tomorrow: Purple, Indigo, Blue
g.. Lucky Sign: Wednesday Is The Lucky Day For Gemini And Virgo
h.. Candle: Purple Violet
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Moon Moon, Mother Moon
Lunar Lore
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The first and second never mind,
The third regard not much ;
But as the fourth and fifth you find,
The rest will be as such.
- Huntingdonshire.
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Seasons of the Witch - Ancient Holidays
And some not so ancient too!
August 10-12 - Puck Fair - A three-day festival held in the little village of
Killorglin in County Kerry. On the evening of the first day, Gathering Day, a
white puck (from the Gaelic poc, a male goat), his horns bedecked with ribbons
and rosettes, is borne in triumph in a lorry to a platform in the square. The
Foley family is charged with the task of caring for the goat, which includes
feeding him cabbages. On the following day, Puck's Fair Day, the decorated King
presides over a great cattle, horse and sheep fair. On the final day, Scattering
Day or Children's Day, the goat-king is dethroned by a throng of excited
children. Accompanied by pipers, he is processed through town and over the
bridge, whereupon he is turned loose. Or, according to MacNeill, he is carried
around on the shoulders of four men, while the shopkeepers contribute to his
upkeep, then auctioned off.
This fair was once a Lammas fair as indicated by a patent from 1613 that gives
the proprietor the right "to hold a faire in Killorglin on Lammas Day and the
day after." When the calendar was changed in 1752, it included an exemption for
fairs stating that they might continue to be held on the natural day of the year
to which people were accustomed.
Although it is tempting to see the goat as evidence of an ancient pagan rite,
MacNeill develops a convincing argument that it was a rather late development,
perhaps first appearing in the 18th century, and influenced by English fair
customs.
MacNeill, Maire, The Festival of Lughnasa, Oxford University Press 1962
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Huesca, Spain - FIESTA OF SAN LORENZO - The charred bones of Lorenzo, in a
reliquary shaped like his head, are carried throughout the streets amid giants,
moors & hobby horses. Festive dances & bullfights held.
Wiltshire, England - TAN HILL FAIR is held on the highest peak of Wiltshire
Downs, miles from any town, a survival from ancient times. Salt beef & beans
eaten.
Source: School of The Seasons, The Daily Bleed
Harvest Celebration at Smokehouse Meadery,
http://www.smokehousewinery.com/ Saturday & Sunday - October 8 & 9, 2005, 12-6 PM (music - cider - mead)
Admission $10 Sperryville, VA
3rd Annual Wise Woman's Festival Oct 21-23 -
http://www.flashsilvermoon.com This Fest is located at the Florida Coalition for Peace and Justice Camp in
Hampton near Gainesville Florida
AutumnMeet, Nov. 2-6 at Hidden River Resort - Pagan Festivals annually at on
the Florida/Georgia state line.
http://www.phoenixfestivals.com There is a
discount for groups of 10 or more who register together.
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Remember the ancient ways and keep them sacred!
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GrannyMoon's Book Nook
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By GrannyMoon
The Magician
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yourself and for your wants and needs.
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Circle of Friends
Don't let loneliness hurt your health; reconnect with a family member or old
friend this weekend. Studies show
that loneliness can have deleterious effects on your health. Surrounding
yourself with friends and family,
on the other hand, can give your heart and health a boost. Make it a point to
see three or more of your closest
friends and family members at least once each month.
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Weaving the Web! Networking With Others of Like Mind!!
Please share your art or craft...with pictures, stories, poems and articles.
You will receive all credits and a link to your website in the Feast!
Thanks!
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What Lives In The Silence
In an eerie silence
under branches that strive in the worship of silver
forgotten tales come alive around me
and I walk with ancient myths
Hecate and her hounds are beside me
Poseidon swims through the blue midnight
the dark wind is Dionysus' laugh
and Hades rumbles the earth
as Pegasus' hooves spark on the ground
The shadows reflect like obsidian fire
the faces of those unremembered
I try to speak their holy names
but I have lost the knowledge to reason
I can only beg forgiveness
as the trees bow down to the crescent moon
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Copyright September 23, 2003 Tressa Lee Breen
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Goddess For Today: Zhinu
Seven Sisters Festival (China)
Themes: Love; Relationships; Unity; Devotion; Divination
Symbols: Stars; Silver Items
About Zhinu: Zhinu is a stellar Goddess in China, residing in the constellation
of Lyre, a home from which she tends to harmony within relationships. According
to legend, Zhinu came to earth to bath with six friends, but a herdsman stole
her dress. She could not return to the heavens this way, so she married him.
Later, however, the Gods called her back to the stars, and the herdsman followed
her. On the seventh day of the seventh moon, the two are allowed to meet as
husband and wife.
To Do Today: A similar celebration to the Seven Sisters Festival is the Weaving
Festival in Japan (July 7),
which commemorates the love between two stellar deities who meet in the silver
river of the Milky Way one
day out of the year. Follow with custom and cover your altar with rice and
melons, both of which can become
offerings. Eat these as part of a meal later to internalize Zhinu's love and
devotion. If you're single, offer her
combs, mirrors, and paper flowers to draw a partner into your life.
Burning incense and reading one's future is also common today. Watch the smoke
from the incense
while thinking about a specific relationship. See if any shapes form in the
clouds. A heart, for example,
indicates adoration. A scale reveals a relationship with a healthy balance, and
two interconnected rings
indicate unity of mind and soul.
By Patricia Telesco ~ From "365 Goddess" and GrannyMoon's Morning Feast
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I allow peace to flow through me and keep my attention.
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are given a joyful daily thought or idea to help light up your world.
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EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Your Guiding Angel today is: The Angel of Evolution. Angelic
Advice: Evolution can be scary because it involves letting
go of what we know. But we know the outcome is inevitably in
tune with the highest progress of ourselves and the
universe! Let the Angel of Evolution clasp your hand as you
journey into the wondrous unknown. Your angels wish you joy
in: TrustingFIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Your Guiding Angel today is: The Angel of Fulfillment.
Angelic Advice: A sense of connectedness brings a delicious
sense of permanence and a true home for your heart. Two
souls may come together creating a feeling of timelessness
and deep content. Embrace the world around you and let your
soul be filled! Your angels wish you joy in: LovingAIR ELEMENT: Aquarius,
Gemini, Libra
Your Guiding Angel today is: The Angel of the Butterflies.
Angelic Advice: Take a lesson from nature today and build
yourself a little cocoon where you can enjoy being wrapped
in feelings of well-being and love. Something beautiful will
emerge if you take the time to let it gel. Your angels wish
you joy in: PatienceWATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
Your Guiding Angel today is: The Angel of Wildflowers.
Angelic Advice: Even though they are not cultivated,
graceful and dazzling wildflowers dance brightly in the
meadows and along roadsides. Appreciate their strength,
hardiness, and the unexpected gifts that they are! Know that
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"Dreams do not vanish, so long as people do not abandon them." ~Phantom F.
Harlock
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Fire Divination
Incense of the day: Juniper
August 9 is the festival of the salamanders. The Greeks were the first people to
regard salamanders as the elemental spirits of fire. They often appear as small
balls of light within a flame. Without the salamanders, there would be no warmth
or light. You must always approach elementals with a sincere heart. Be warned
that they hate cowardice and greed. Wear red, yellow, and orange clothing today.
Build a fire, and into it toss dried mandrake root and yarrow as an offering to
the salamanders. Ask your question. Gaze into the flames as the fire burns down.
You will see images that speak to your future.
By: Lily Gardner-Butts, Llewellyn and GrannyMoon's Morning Feast
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To attain knowledge, add things every day. To attain wisdom, remove things every
day.~Tao Te Ching
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Keep a blend of Lavender and Tea Tree on hand for First Aid this summer. It's
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The principles you live by create the world you live in; if you change the
principles you live by,
you will change your world." ~ Blaine Lee
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Crone's Corner - Each Day Is A New Beginning
Each day is a new beginning. Your task today is to learn the practice of
consciously entering
your body and your day. Begin by focusing attention on your entire day from
morning to evening.
Review your plans for today:
~Think about where you need to be and with whom you need to be.
~Do you feel stressful about this day or do you feel comfortable?
~Do you feel prepared for today's events?
~Are you projecting fears and expectations into this day?
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~Caroline Myss
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GrannyMoon's Morning Feast Archives 2003
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There are no spiritual boundaries.
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Love is awake in me whatever the season.
Love is a north wind, cold and sharp.
Love is a night on fire with lightning.
Love is shameless. violent, heart-rending.
Love is the madness sent by the Goddess.
~Sicilian Greek Poet Ibykos, Sixth Century B.C.E.
Humans are rare among mammals in that we are always ready for love. Unlike our
animal relatives, human females do not have special seasons of estrus.
Scientists speculate about why this distinction came about, some believing that
the length of time a human baby must be nurtured gave rise to a need to bond us
more tightly together. And sexual pleasure is, indeed, a great and compelling
bond.
This human biological trait is both a blessing and a curse. It is a blessing,
because we are able to bond with each other beyond the sheer physical need for
release. But love can also feel like a curse, as the poet Ibykos reminds us,
because it opens up to change. Love can overturn our lives as easily as a child
overturns a wagon of toys, which is why we love the Goddess' child, Eros or
Cupid, is pictured as so wanton and careless of our lives. Yet without its
beauty, what would our lives be worth?
By Patricia Monaghan ~ From "The Goddess Companion" and GrannyMoon's Morning
Feast
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There are two days in the week about which and upon which I never worry.
Two carefree days, kept sacredly free from fear and apprehension.
One of these days is Yesterday...
And the other... is Tomorrow.
~Robert Jones Burdette
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