From the monthly archives:

April 2010

Farewell to the Season of Imbolc; Hail and Welcome, Beltane

by Beth on April 30, 2010

On this most magical day in the Celtic calendar, we bid farewell to the Spring season of Imbolc.  In her gorgeous book of prayers and blessings, Celtic Devotional (with eternal thanks to my friend, Laurel, for the beautiful gift of this book), author Caitlin Matthews suggests that we stand at our back window or doorway [...]

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Blessings of Beltane Eve!

by Beth on April 30, 2010

This May Eve, as I burn, Year wheel take another turn. Fire flame and fire bright, Bless us on this May Eve night. Today is May Eve, Walpurgisnacht, Beltane Eve! One of the most magical nights of the year, in Germany, Walpurgisnacht begins at sunrise today and ends at sunrise on the first day of [...]

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Counting Down to Beltane

by Beth on April 29, 2010

Rejoice! Beltane’s magic is calling! The mummer’s play does not attempt the detailed imitation of reality; it is an imagistic theatre whose effect lies in holding real and unreal worlds in a precarious balance. – Antrobus We are now upon the threshold of the Great Sabbat of Beltane. This is an ancient celebration of flowering, [...]

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Blessings of the Scorpio Full Moon!

by Beth on April 28, 2010

While I am still in absentia, and coping with the Ten of Wands, I offer you the wise words of one of my very favorite astrologers and magical friends, Lynn Hayes.  Here are her observations for this powerful Full Moon. The Scorpio Full Moon on April 28th features a number of powerful aspects and this [...]

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Tarot Card of the Week: April 26-May 2, 2010

by Beth on April 26, 2010

This week, I ask your indulgence.  I am packing and preparing to check out of the hotel in New York where I’ve been since Wednesday and drive halfway home today.  This morning when I pulled our card,  it made me laugh. I believe it is actually the first time ever that we’ve gotten the Ten [...]

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The 40th Anniversary of Earth Day

by Beth on April 22, 2010

Psalm 27 The Earth is my source of joy and strength Who can threaten me, rooted in Her? The Earth is the source of my life; Who can shake that bond? When I know threat and assault The Earth sustains me with solid love. Though I feel beset on all sides with trouble and fear, [...]

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Happy Birthday, Taurus!

by Beth on April 20, 2010

Oh, no, you didn’t think I would forget you, dear Taurus?  No way!  But I am grateful for the renowned Taurus forbearance, until I could post this for you! The Sun moves into your sign today! If you are a Taurus, not only are you generally patient and determined, you are blessed with lusty physical [...]

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Heading off to the Readers Studio 2010

by Beth on April 20, 2010

I have good intentions to be posting from the road, but you know how it can go with good intentions. Nevertheless, though, I will be seeing you soon!

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Tarot Card of the Week: April 19 – 25, 2010

by Beth on April 19, 2010

A good leader inspires others to have confidence in their leadership. A great leader inspires them to have confidence in themselves. – Source unknown What a fascinating follow-up to The Empress from last week! This week, we welcome the creative, inspiring Queen of Wands. With her black cat familiar and her sunflower (which Rachel Pollack [...]

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Sunday Poetry

by Beth on April 18, 2010

I love the poetry of Fiona McLeod, who was in fact a man named William Sharp.  Those who follow the ways of Faerie know her well, for she wrote passionately of her dreams and encounters with the Fae.  I chose today’s selection for its lighthearted simplicity, so perfect for a Springtime Sunday.  I hope you [...]

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