Blessings to you and yours! Ostara is a time of great fertility, new growth, and newborn animals. This is our celebration of the resurrection of life. Continue Reading

After thunder and lightning last night, on this first full day of Spring, an uncharacteristic snow squall descends on us here at Laurel Hill cottage. Continue Reading

With glad hearts we receive the blessing of Spring’s arrival. Here are some spells and ancient practices, for you to weave your magickal celebrations. Continue Reading

I’d walk through hell in a gasoline suit to play baseball. ~ Pete Rose (Sun and Ascendant in Aries) This morning, at 12:31 am, Eastern time, the Sun left the sign of Pisces and moved into Aries, marking the Equinox (Vernal above the equator, and Autumnal below).

The Fire sign of Aries is ruled by Mars and is the first one to get things started, initiating projects, and leading others. A cardinal (creative and inventive) sign, Aries the Ram governs leadership and initiative. The Ram is adventurous, ambitious, impulsive, enthusiastic, and full of energy.

People born when the Sun is in Aries are pioneers … Continue Reading