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Cat’s Morning Bits for February 24, 2022

Posted on February 24, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 24, 2022

Good Morning Beautiful Souls! Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew and start things off with “Today’s Inspirations”. I hope you find something here that will make you feel good or help you on your path today.

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

“Why, what’s the matter,
That you have such a February face,
So full of frost, of storm and cloudiness?”

William Shakespeare, Much Ado About Nothing

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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Spirit Library: A New Energetic Configuration
Kate Spreckley

This month we have moved through some incredibly important energetic gateways which have shifted each facet of our being and brought us into greater energetic alignment with our soul

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Pulling Yourself Out Of A Magic Slump/ Mintfaery

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Spiritual Unite:DREAM ABOUT RATS – WHAT DO THEY SYMBOLIZE?
Susan Brunton

What does it mean when you dream about rats? Rats are not generally a pleasant thought, but they may provide crucial information about your life that you aren’t aware of.

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Learn Religions: Gaia, the Embodiment of the Earth

In Greek mythology, Gaia personifies the earth. Her name is of questionable origin, but many scholars agree that it is pre-classical in nature.

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MBG: Using Reiki To Shift From The Stress Response Into Balance & Creativity

When was the last time you walked away from a friend, co-worker, client, or family member, wishing you’d been a little less reactive and a bit more creative in your response?

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Otter Moms Wrap Their Babies in Seaweed Blankets | The Dodo

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The Pagan Library: Horned God Oil Anon

2 parts Frankincense
2 parts Cinnamon
1 part Bay
1 part Rosemary
1 part Musk

Wear to honor the Horned God during rituals.

paganlibrary.com

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Treehugger: Exploding Trees? Cold Temps Make Texas Trees Burst
Freezing temperatures in early February caused so-called “frost cracks” in trees across north Texas.

From cowboy hats and cattle to barbecue and football, Texas is known for many things. One thing the Lone Star State is not known for, however, is winter weather.

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EarthSky News: Pisces? Here’s your constellation

Pisces the Fishes is sometimes called the first constellation of the zodiac because the sun appears in front of this constellation at the time of the March equinox. One tropical year is usually defined as the period of time between successive March equinoxes. So – in this sense – the March equinox marks the beginning of a new year. And that is why Pisces – backdrop to the sun on the March equinox – often appears as marking the starting point of the zodiac.

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Patheos-Pagan: Under the Moon: The Magick of Following Shadow and Light, Part 1 of 2
FEBRUARY 17, 2022 BY IRISANYA MOON

“The moon is a loyal companion.

It never leaves. It’s always there, watching, steadfast, knowing us in our light and dark moments, changing forever just as we do. Every day it’s a different version of itself.

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Pagan Playlist: THE WOLF SONG – Nordic Lullaby – Vargsången

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Inner Journey:

SMART QUESTIONS TO KEEP HANDY

“Quality questions create a quality life. Successful people ask better questions, and as a result, they get better answers.”
— Anthony Robbins

Last time, we talked about questions to avoid. Today, let’s consider some that are truly empowering:
• Is there a message for me in this experience?
• What’s the gift in this situation?
• What can I learn from this?
• What’s the most loving thing I could do now?
• What’s the most important thing for me to focus on now?
• What would I do if I knew I could not fail?
• What would I do if there were nothing to fear?

“A prudent question is one-half of wisdom.”
— Francis Bacon

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Don’t you just love all those crazy little quarks, atoms, and molecules that unceasingly manifest themselves into whatever you’re thinking, no matter how big and daunting, small and simple, or rich and gorgeous?

Just look at ’em all right now.

Nice quarks and atoms, baby –

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread

Baking banana bread is one of my favorites, and I love nothing more than enjoying a slice with a nice cup of coffee. This was the inspiration for my recipe, which features a coffee infused loaf and a rich caramel glaze.

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Magical Correspondences for Thursday

Magickal Intentions: Luck, Happiness, Health, Legal Matters, Male Fertility, Treasure and Wealth, Honor, Riches, Desires, Leadership, Public Activity, Power and Success

Element: Earth

Incense: Cinnamon, Musk, Nutmeg and Sage

Planet: Jupiter
Star Signs: Sagittarius and Pisces
Angel: Sachiel
Power Colors: Purple, Royal Blue and Indigo
Herbs & Plants: Cinnamon, Beech, Buttercup, Coltsfoot, Oak, Dill, Borage, Patchouli
Sacred Stones: Sugilite, Amethyst, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli and Sapphire
Oil: (Jupiter) Clove, Lemon Balm, Oakmoss, Star Anise

Deities include Juno, Jupiter,Thor, Zeus

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Daily Tarot: The Tower

The biggest danger you face today is being aloof and thus fail to see an approaching problem. This can cost you the chance to intercept the difficulty and minimize it, if not avoid it all together. Pay attention without getting paranoid, and take nothing and no one for granted. Danger may not lurk within every single shadow, but a small misstep can sometimes cause problems that are way out of proportion to the cause.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredSpirals/

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 23, 2022

Posted on February 23, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 23, 2022

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

“The February sunshine steeps your boughs and tints the buds and swells the leaves within.”

William C. Bryant

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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Spirit Library: Whoa! Who’s That?
Brenda Hoffman

Dear Ones,

Many of your new feelings and actions are uncomfortable because they are unfamiliar elements of your emotional being. Elements that might include pettiness, quick anger or dismissal, illogical (in your 3D mind) thoughts or actions – or any number of new being activities you are testing.

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Getting Out of a Magical Rut

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Spirituality & Health: 15 Affirmations for Following Your Intuition
BY KATHRYN DRURY WAGNER

Say it out loud: “My true self is talking,” and other affirmations to further strengthening your intuitive gifts

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Learn Religions: How to Make and Use a Crystal Grid

Many people like to use crystals for healing and wellness of both the physical and spiritual kind. Whether you’re working with crystals for a specific purpose, such as health or love, or for a general well-being ritual, you may find that placing your crystals in a grid-style layout can amplify their metaphysical power.

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MBG: How To “Decolonialize Spirituality” & Drop The Feeling That You Are Not Enough

In this excerpt from her new book, The Altar Within, spiritual activist Juliet Diaz shares a ritual that helped her finally drop her resistance to rest and self-care. Questioning the notion that we must always be “on” in order to be valuable—a practice she refers to as “decolonizing spirituality” —was ultimately what liberated her.

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Reclaiming Your Power ~ The White Witch Parlour

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The Pagan Library: The Blessing Chant

Scott Cunningham

May the powers of the One, the source of all creation;
All persuasive, omnipotent, eternal, may the Goddess,
The Lady Moon; and The God, Horned Hunter of the Sun;
May the powers of the Spirits of the Stones
Rulers of the elemental realms; May the powers of the stars above
And earth below. Bless this place, and this time,
And I who am with you.

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Treehugger: 15 of the Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens in the US
Plus, how they support environmental conservation.

A botanical garden is a natural space dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of an array of plant species for education and scientific purposes.

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EarthSky News: Camelopardalis the Giraffe swings around Polaris
Camelopardalis the Giraffe is a sprawling constellation made of dim stars that lies close the the north celestial pole. Northerners can see it all year long.

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Patheos-Pagan: Spring is coming! Emerge from your shell and transform

Emerge, deepen and transform is 2022’s focus for the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair, New Jersey, where I attend. Although, they probably are thinking along the effects of the pandemic, including how congregational life is transforming in general. This is something my elders always encourage in their students.

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Pagan Playlist: Deep resonating rhythms with Didgeridoo & Drums: connectivity, trance meditation, introspection

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Inner Journey:

THE EYES OF THE SOUL

Today, we want to share a passage from Martia Nelson’s book, ‘Coming Home’:
“My greatest teacher was the experience of living in split realities: personality and true self. Personality is our daily companion, our conscious self that sees the world through the eyes of limitation and dutifully keeps us informed about what we can and cannot do. True self, on the other hand, patiently stands by, offering the unwavering knowledge that a state of vibrant well- being and unlimited possibility is our true nature, a birthright that can be lived if we choose to do so. … True self simply refers to the aspect of our being that is completely aware of its expanded nature no matter what we may be experiencing at the time.”

Whenever we feel constrained, fearful, unworthy, inadequate or anything we deem to be negative, we have identified with our personality. We can always choose to view the same situation from the perspective of our soul.

“As a Witness, you begin to discover that you are not that which you have been observing; you are not those things that you have been noticing about your body. Instead, you are the noticer.”
— Wayne Dyer

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Do you realize there’s something even better than having a loving Universe conspire on your behalf?

Right!

Being that Universe.

And you are.

Yours truly,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Taco Bake Casserole

This quick and easy taco bake will satisfy even the most picky eaters. You can modify it to add things you love. It’s yummy and so easy to make! Top with tomatoes, lettuce, salsa or whatever you like on your Mexican food.

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Magical Correspondences for Wednesday

Magickal Intentions: Communication, Divination, Writing, Knowledge, Business Transactions, Debt, Fear, Loss, Travel and Money Matters

Element: Air

Incense: Jasmine, Lavender, Sweet Pea
Planets: Mercury and Chiron (though this is a moon of Pluto)
Star Sign: Virgo
Angel: Raphael
Power Colors: Orange, Light Blue, Grey, Yellow and Violet
Herbs & Plants: Fern, Lavender, Hazel, Cherry, Periwinkle
Sacred Stones: Aventurine, Bloodstone, Hematite, Moss Agate and Sodalite
Oil: (Mercury) Benzoin, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus, Lavender

Deities include Athena, Hermes, Lugh, Mercury, Odin

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Daily Wisdom
February 23, 2022

Progress
“Each step upward makes me feel stronger and fit for the next step.”

-Mohandas K. Gandhi (1869-1948)

One day at a time. One step at a time. Sometimes this journey is a struggle, like we’re trying to conquer some huge mountain. But as long as we keep going, we make progress. And our progress encourages us to keep going. We’re flexing our spiritual muscles, and getting stronger all the time.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Sun

You don’t always have this much energy, motivation, and vitality. Make the most of today, do a good job with whatever is normally on your plate, and then tackle something that touches your heart and makes your spirit sing. Be healthy and happy, and encourage everyone around you simply by setting an example. Enjoy every minute and make them all count

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredSpirals/

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 22, 2022

Posted on February 22, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 22, 2022

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

Wan February with weeping cheer,
Whose cold hand guides the youngling year
Down misty roads of mire and rime,
Before thy pale and fitful face
The shrill wind shifts the clouds apace
Through skies the morning scarce may climb.
Thine eyes are thick with heavy tears,
But lit with hopes that light the year’s.”

Algernon Charles Swinburne, A Year’s Carols: February

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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Spirit Library: A New Reverence for All of Life
Kate Spreckley

We start this week with the energies of 2222 activating and expanding our mental body and transmuting the unconscious limitations which inhibit our growth and narrow our outlook on life.

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Different Pagan Paths & Combining Paths || Pagan Happy Hour

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Spirituality & Health: The Antidote to Toxic Positivity by Julie Peters

Difficult emotions are there for a reason. There is one cure for toxic positivity.

“Good Vibes Only.” It’s a T-shirt slogan meant to invite joy and positivity, but it has a shadow, too. Feeling a little down or tired today? Insecure about your weight? What about generally anxious about living in a pandemic? If you’ve got a hint of any bad vibes, you are not welcome here, in this place where only good vibes are acknowledged and seen.

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Learn Religions: How to Cast a Circle for a Pagan Ritual

Why Cast a Circle?
Do you need to cast a circle every time you perform a spell or ritual?

Much like many other questions in modern Paganism, this is one where the answer really depends on who you ask. Some people opt to always cast a circle prior to formal rituals, but usually do spellwork on the fly without the use of a circle

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MBG: An Upcoming Moon Phase Will Inspire Visionary Ideas, Astrologers Predict

This week, an idea-inspiring quarter moon and rebellious square take the skies—and the United States hits a telling cosmic anniversary. Here’s your horoscope from The AstroTwins.

There are three sides to every story—and, technically, none of them are “the truth.” But under the dimming lights of Wednesday’s quarter moon in Sagittarius, it’s easy to get caught up in a philosophical debate.

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Your Unpopular Witchcraft Opinions/ Chaotic Witch Aunt

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The Pagan Library: Banishments & Bale-Fires Kihe

Upon the heights of the old, green hill
I met with a sight that intended to thrill
And then jumped in the man at the till:
“A penny per child’s not enough!”

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Treehugger: Here’s Dobby, a Baby Aardvark Named for the Beloved ‘Harry Potter’ Character
Conservationists are hand-feeding the calf to help out mom.

The new baby has huge, drooping ears, pink, wrinkled skin, and massive claws. And everyone around him thinks he’s breathtaking.

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EarthSky News: Meet Castor: It’s 6 stars in one

Castor, the less-bright Twin
Castor is one of two bright and noticeable stars in the constellation Gemini the Twins. It shines with a bright white light in contrast to the golden glow of Pollux, its brother star, also in Gemini. These two stars are noticeable on the sky’s dome for being bright and close together.

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Patheos-Pagan: Magic is Fun!
FEBRUARY 20, 2022 BY JOHN BECKETT

I’m a serious writer who writes about serious matters. I encourage people to take their religion and spirituality seriously, and to work on it diligently. There’s not a single whimsical bone in my body – my mother still tells people I was “born 35.”

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Pagan Playlist: Dzivia — Rujnuj [Full Album]

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Inner Journey:

HIGHER PERSPECTIVES

“Bias and impartiality is in the eye of the beholder.”
— Lord Barnett

According to Andrew Schneider, the radical difference between personality awareness and soul consciousness is a difference in perspectives. Acquiring a soul perspective allows us to see things differently – and we always see a more inclusive, universal picture. This expanded view adds to an understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of life.

If I insist on hanging on to a personality perspective that is contrary to a soul perspective, the two perspectives will clash. This challenges me to find a way through to a deeper truth than I previously knew. This kind of tension between soul and personality positions is typical of the prelude to transformation that is a vital part of the soul journey.

“I shut my eyes and all the world drops dead; I lift my eyes and all is born again.”
— Sylvia Plath

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

The system works.

Imagine it.

Move towards it.

Has to happen.

It always does.

I’d elaborate… if it were necessary,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Armenian Stuffed Eggplant (Imam Bayildi)

Served as an easy vegetarian side dish or entree, this eggplant will delight even the most picky eater. The eggplant becomes tender in the oven and absorbs the flavors of tomato, onion, and bell pepper for a wonderful Middle Eastern dish.

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Magical Correspondences for Tuesday

Magickal Intentions: Courage, Physical Strength, Revenge, Military Honors, Surgery and the Breaking of Negative Spells, Matrimony, War, Enemies, Prison, Vitality and Assertiveness

Element: Fire

Incense: Dragon’s Blood, Patchouli
Planet: Mars
Star Signs: Aries and Scorpio
Angel: Samuel
Power Colors: Red and Orange
Herbs & Plants: Red Rose, Cock’s Comb, Pine, Daisy, Thyme and Pepper
Sacred Stones: Carnelian, Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet and Pink Tourmaline
Oil: (Mars) Basil, Coriander, Ginger

Deities include Ares, Lilith, The Morrigan, Tiwaz, Tyr

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Daily Wisdom
February 22, 2022

Progress
“Our moral progress may be measured by the degree in which we sympathize with individual suffering and individual joy.”

-George Eliot (1819-1880)

Progress is learning more about who we are. Progress is understanding and relating and empathizing with other people because we realize that we are all in this together. There is no separation between us. When we can truly experience that Oneness, we will have made real progress!

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Fool

This is one of those days when everything is up in the air and you doubt that you could do much even if you tried. Nonetheless, things can go well when some unexpected good luck comes your way. Your carefree attitude can attract some unexpected help to keep you going and to make things interesting if not fun. Uncertainty can be inspiring in its own way.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredSpirals/

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 18, 2022

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 18, 2022

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

“I stood beside a hill
Smooth with new-laid snow,
A single star looked out
From the cold evening glow.

There was no other creature
That saw what I could see–
I stood and watched the evening star
As long as it watched me.”

Sara Teasdale, February Twilight

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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Spirit Library: Reframe Change
Kate Spreckley

With the Full Moon we are navigating events that are central to the changes we now need to make. As a result, any resistance to change will surface offering us the opportunity to shift our perspective and reframe change as something exciting and inspiring rather than something that we need to fear.

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Forest Witch Q&A | “Trees talk to me” 🧝🏻‍♀️ & Exploring the woods together🌲

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Spirituality & Health: Winter Magick: 3 Balancing Rituals Using Snow
BY MEGAN SHOOP-VOLZ
Snow’s dual energies of quietude and preparation make it excellent for rebalancing our energies.

In cold climes throughout the winter months, something incredible happens. The atmosphere cools and droplets of moisture in the air freeze into millions of unique hexagonal crystals. Wafting gently to the earth, they cling together to form a cold, insulating blanket of snow.

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Learn Religions: Rhiannon, Horse Goddess of Wales

In Welsh mythology, Rhiannon is a horse goddess depicted in the Mabinogion. She is similar in many aspects to the Gaulish Epona, and later evolved into a goddess of sovereignty who protected the king from treachery.

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MBG: How To Navigate Pisces Season 2022, From The AstroTwins

The Sun visits a new zodiac sign every 30 days or so. During each “season” everyone feels the influence of the prevailing astrological energy. Pisces season 2022 begins February 18 and ends March 20.

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A Magical Path/ Danu’s Irish Herb Garden

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Pagan Library: The Charge of the God

Anon

Listen to the words of the Horned God, the Guardian of all things wild and free, and Keeper of the Gates of Death, whose Call all must answer:

I am the fire within your heart…

The yearning of your Soul.

I am the Hunter of Knowledge

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Treehugger: Get Outside for the Great Backyard Bird Count
It only takes 15 minutes out in nature.

Get out your binoculars and head outdoors.

The 25th edition of the Great Backyard Bird Count takes place Feb. 18 through 21 as researchers ask citizen scientists around the globe to help them track changes to bird populations over time.

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EarthSky News: Circumpolar stars stay up all night long

What are circumpolar stars?
Circumpolar stars always reside above the horizon, and for that reason, never rise nor set. All the stars at the Earth’s North Pole and South Pole are circumpolar. Meanwhile, no star is circumpolar at the equator.

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Patheos-Pagan: Simple Magic IS Advanced Magic (6 Minutes of Witchcraft)

Whether it’s art, witchery, dance, etc – if you’re thinking “this is too simple, I need something more advanced” – it’s often a sign that you might need to go back to square one. Because the reality is that you’ve likely not gotten “simple” down.

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Pagan Playlist: DZIVIA “ŽNIAJAR MROJAŬ (DREAM REAPER)” Orchestral / Epic / Folk music

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Inner Journey:

THE EYES OF THE SOUL

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

You’re going to be shocked because one day you’re going to look at yourself, your life, and your ways, and you’re going to see that your every idiosyncrasy, quirk, folly, and so-called fault were among your greatest assets.

Oh my, I was having such a good day when I dreamed of you.

Mwa-a-a-a-w,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Best of the Best Blueberry Muffins

Big Blueberry muffins with a crusty sugar topping. A recipe I got from my Grandma. The blueberries and the sweet batter are fabulous together. Favorites of all who have tried them. Quick and easy, made with few ingredients. Remember to use paper liners!

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Magical Correspondences for Friday

Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers and Matters of the Heart

Element: Earth

Incense: Strawberry, Sandalwood, Rose, Saffron and Vanilla
Planet: Venus
Star Signs: Libra and Taurus
Angel: Ariel
Power Colors: Green, Pink, Aqua
Herbs & Plants: Pink Rose, Ivy, Birch, Heather, Clematis, Sage, Violet and Water Lilly

Sacred Stones: Rose Quartz, Moonstone, Pink Tourmaline, Peridot, Emerald and Jade
Oil: (Venus) Cardamom, Palmarosa, Rose, Yarrow

Deities include Aphrodite, Eros, Freya, Venus

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Daily Wisdom
February 18, 2022

Excellence
“If a man write a better book, preach a better sermon, or make a better mousetrap than his neighbor, though he build his house in the woods, the world will make a beaten path to his door.”

-Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882)

Excellence is noticed in this society. Excellence is honored. It doesn’t matter if it comes with an award, or a paycheck, or the appreciation of others, or even just our own peace of mind knowing that we have done something good – excellence is its own reward.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The High Priestess

From the moment your eyes open, you’ll know that you’re not the one in charge today. That’s fine, too. Intuition is sharp and will not lead you astray, no matter what oddness the world tosses at you. Any challenges or problems will prove to be small ones. Keep a low profile, speak calmly and softly (when appropriate), and glide through a very lucky day.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredSpirals/

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 17, 2022

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 17, 2022

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

“Winter teaches us about detachment, numbness. But it’s a way to get through. From winter we learn silence and acceptance and the stillness thickens.”

Gail Barison, The Winter Solstice of my Soul

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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Spirit Library: February Full Moon
Kate Spreckley

February offers us a rare opportunity to consciously work with the incoming energies to positively manifest change and transformation both within ourselves and in our lives.

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Spiritual Unite: SPIRITUAL MEANING OF COMETS: 3 SIGNIFICANT SIGNS
Susan Brunton
Since the first of our distant ancestors emerged into human consciousness, we have gazed up at the cosmos and wondered about its mysteries.

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Learn Religions: Disposal of Ritual Offerings

A common question that comes up is the matter of how to dispose of offerings made during a ritual once the ritual has concluded. Disposal methods may vary, depending on a few things. For instance, does your particular magical tradition require you to dispose of offerings in a certain way?

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MBG: How To Do A ‘Yes Or No’ Tarot Reading For Insights On Simple Questions

When it comes to doing tarot readings, spreads can range from lengthy, multi-card spreads, to single-card spreads that have just one pull. And if you have a simple “yes or no” question on your mind, a “yes or no” spread will be the perfect one for you. Here’s how it’s done, according to experts.

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Spiritual morning routine | cozy rituals & productive habits to start the day

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Elephant Journal: Grandmother Moon Wisdom—wise little words for your Soul.

Snow moon, eagle moon, full moon in Leo.
Someone said this full moon is sexy, romantic, and spiritual.

Someone else said this full moon is loud and proud—the lion’s roar finally bursting forth.

Another said this moon was a major cycle completion of lifelong patterns that do not serve us. Metaphorically, we’re moving from being buried in snow to melting the patterns away.

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Treehugger: How to Help Hummingbirds During the Winter
If you leave a feeder out in winter, will it help the birds or keep them from migrate?

Many hummingbird species are migratory. People who know this often take down feeders in the winter, thinking all the hummingbirds have left and will return when it gets warmer. Some people may even worry their feeder might encourage birds to linger instead of migrate.

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EarthSky News: Cassiopeia the Queen reigns in February

Cassiopeia the Queen in late winter and early spring
On late winter evenings and throughout northern spring, Cassiopeia the Queen descends from her throne in the northwest after nightfall. Cassiopeia is one of the easiest constellations to spot because of its distinctive shape. Cassiopeia looks like the letter W or M. Look for the Queen as your sky gets dark in February and March.

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Patheos-Pagan: Witch This, Not That: Spirit Animals
FEBRUARY 17, 2022 BY THUMPER FORGE

[A conversation between myself and Chase.]

Me: “Ask me what my spirit animal is.”

Chase: “You have a spirit animal?”

Me: “I do not. But remember my post about wasp magic?

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Pagan Playlist: a witch’s study playlist

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Inner Journey:

QUESTIONS THAT AREN’T HELPFUL

“We accept many notions because they seem to be the logical answers to our questions. But have we asked the right questions?”
— Harold L. Klawans

Sometimes we ask questions for which we really don’t want the answer! Nonetheless, when we ask a question, our subconscious minds will get to work to answer us.

Here are some examples of questions we want to avoid:
• What’s wrong with me?
• How long could this take?
• What could go wrong?
• How much trouble could it be?
• How hard could it be?

Asking questions can be empowering – as long as they’re smart questions!

“The uncreative mind can spot wrong answers, but it takes a very creative mind to spot wrong questions.”
— Anthony Jay

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

A word to the wise, from the wise…

Just because you can’t see it, with your eyes, doesn’t mean you can’t be it.

I can see it,

The Universe

tut.com

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Magical Correspondences for Thursday

Magickal Intentions: Luck, Happiness, Health, Legal Matters, Male Fertility, Treasure and Wealth, Honor, Riches, Desires, Leadership, Public Activity, Power and Success

Element: Earth

Incense: Cinnamon, Musk, Nutmeg and Sage

Deities include Juno, Jupiter,Thor, Zeus

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Daily Wisdom
February 17, 2022

Excellence
“If people know how hard I have had to work to gain my mastery, it wouldn’t seem so wonderful.”

-Michelangelo (1475-1564)

Can you imagine, back in Michelangelo’s time, the artists who felt jealous of his talent? Some of them may have though: “He’s so good, I’ll never be as good, I might as well not even try.” But here Michelangelo is basically saying that anyone can have that excellence. He’s saying that he worked hard to gain mastery of his art. How many of us are willing to put in the work necessary to achieve the excellence that we so desire?

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Magician

Be organized, stick to your personal routine, and don’t gloss over any steps if you want to get the results you have in mind. This could be a day better for practice than for performance. Do your best, be forgiving of yourself about any minor slip-ups, and have no regrets. You know what you’re already good at, so focus on that and glide through the day

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredSpirals/

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 16, 2022

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 16, 2022

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

“February, when the days of winter seem endless and no amount of wistful recollecting can bring back any air of summer.”

Shirley Jackson, Raising Demons

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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Spirit Library: Renewed Enthusiasm for Life
Kate Spreckley

In these times of great change, we are being blessed with new energy which is replenishing our life force and generating a process of deep healing. Currently, the energy coming through is cleansing and reactivating the light channels in our body and burning through any blockages.

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Witch N The Working: EP69 Ceremonial High Magick VS Wicca Low Magick

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Pagan Library: Full Moon Oil #1

Anon

4 parts Gardenia
2 parts Lotus
1 part Jasmine

Anoint the body prior to Esbats to attune with Lunar energies.

paganlibrary.com

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HOW TO MAKE MOON WATER

Next full moon is approaching, are you ready to harness its power for self healing and transformation?

Have you felt overly emotional, had a crying or raging episode and looked up to notice that it was a full moon? That explains it right.

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MBG: 7 Reasons You’re Dreaming Of Your Childhood Home, According To Experts

When it comes to interpreting your dreams, every detail matters—from who’s in the dream to how you feel in it and, of course, where the dream is taking place. In the case of dreaming of your childhood home (or any previous home you’ve inhabited, for that matter), there are a few key things to keep in mind, according to experts. Here’s what they had to say

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How to Bring Magic into Everyday Life || Pagan Happy Hour

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Elephant Journal: Leo Full Moon: it’s time to Activate your Heart Chakra. {February 16}

What does it mean to live a heart-centered life?
Does it mean a life free of suffering, struggle, and challenge? Does it mean a life of abundance and opulence? Or a life full of beauty and wonder?

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Treehugger: How the Sounds of Nature Affect Your Well-Being
Listening to birds and water can lower stress and improve mood, study finds.

Researchers have long known there are benefits from being in nature. Living around trees can help you live longer.1 Walking in the woods is good for your mood.2 Being near water can have positive effects on your well-being.

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EarthSky News: February full moon – Snow Moon – near Regulus February 16

February full moon, or Snow Moon
The moon reaches the crest of its full phase every 29.5 days. So nearly every month has a full moon (although sometimes February lacks one, as it did in 2018). The moon is full on February 16, 2022 at 16:56 UTC (11:56 a.m. EST). Full moon is a whole-Earth event. So that clock time is when the moon will be 100% lit, not when you can expect to see the full moon.

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Patheos-Pagan: Explaining Paganism to the Curious but Religiously Ignorant
FEBRUARY 15, 2022 BY JOHN BECKETT

Fellow Pagan Lynne Cantwell asked how we can explain Paganism to those who are genuinely curious but religiously ignorant.

I had a friend ask me if what I did was actually a religion. She thought it was a philosophy or an ideology or something.

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Pagan Playlist: Call Of The Moon, chant.

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Inner Journey:

THE FACE IN THE MIRROR

“Our inability to see beauty doesn’t suggest in the slightest that beauty is not there. Rather, it suggests that we are not looking carefully enough or with broad enough perspective to see the beauty.”
— Rabbi Harold Kushner

Who are you? You can gaze at your reflection in a mirror but you’re not likely to see your true likeness. You are beautiful, unique, perfect. Do you see that?

The world needs you to see how whole and complete you are — now. Can you begin to own your divinity? The world needs you to know who you really are so you can be the mirror for others.

“The sun shines not on us but in us. The rivers flow not past, but through us, thrilling, tingling, vibrating every fiber and cell of the substance of our bodies, making them glide and sing.”
— John Muir

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Do you know what happens in time and space just before something really incredible happens? Something mind-blowing? Just before a really HUGE dream comes true?

Do you?

Absolutely nothing.

At least not in the physical world.

So if, perchance, it appears that absolutely nothing is happening in your life right now… consider it a sign.

All the best,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Roasted Radishes with Radish Greens

From our garden to our table—with no waste and so many nutrients! Roast radishes to bring out their great sweet flavor and soft texture and serve them atop radish greens sautéed with red onion. Garnish with roasted pine nuts or sliced almonds for a little crunch.

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Magical Correspondences for Wednesday

Magickal Intentions: Communication, Divination, Writing, Knowledge, Business Transactions, Debt, Fear, Loss, Travel and Money Matters

Element: Air

Deities include Athena, Hermes, Lugh, Mercury, Odin

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Daily Wisdom
February 16, 2022

Excellence
“When we do the best that we can, we never know what miracle is wrought in our life, or in the life of another.”

-Helen Keller (1914)

Excellence is difficult to measure. In the Olympics there is a judging system of points and scores to compare the athlete’s performances. But when it comes to our day to day lives, excellence for each one of us is doing the best that we can do. We know when we’re slacking off. We know when we can do better. We’re the only ones who can make that judgment accurately. And when we do strive for excellence, when we put ourselves out there and really give it our all, we know it, we can feel it.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Pope

Speak and behave respectably and dispel all manner of potential difficulties and obstacles. You don’t have to fake any feelings or opinions you don’t really have. Simply act with decorum and tact, and then take your place on a somewhat bigger stage. Respectability is what will keep things under control and keep it all moving forward. Do as much as you can today and feel gratified.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredSpirals/

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 14, 2022

Posted on February 14, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 14, 2022

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

“Let us love winter, for it is the spring of genius.”

Pietro Aretino

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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Spirit Library: Physical Transmutation
Kate Spreckley

This February our journey of awakening, healing and growth is dramatically accelerated by the activation of the 2222 gateway. There are four points of activation this month with the second being today the 11th.

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The Enchanting Fairies of Celtic Lore | Monstrum

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Spirituality & Health: 4 Ways to Tell a Good Story
BY CELIA ALARIO

As Valentine’s Day approaches and we begin looking around for a way to show our loved ones how much they mean to us, it’s a great time to reflect on the precious gift that is storytelling.

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Spiritual Unite: HOW TO RECOGNIZE AN EARTH ANGEL: THE 15 SIGNS
Susan Brunton
Are you someone who is always there for others, always lending a listening ear or helping out in a time of need?

If you recognize the beauty in people and life, you may be an earth angel.

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MBG: Astrologers Are Predicting A Steamy Valentine’s Week: Here’s Your Horoscope

Love is in the air! Here, the AstroTwins break down what the stars have in store for us this Valentine’s Day and beyond.

The moon will be in Leo by evening this Monday, February 14, getting people into a passionate place.

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Intro to Spellcrafting/ Chaotic Witch Aunt

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Elephant Journal: Valentine’s Week & Full Moon: 5 Emotions to Pay Attention To. {February 16}

There is a Full Moon this Wednesday, February 16.
It’s astrologically in the sign of Leo. Traditionally known as the Snow Moon, some believe it comes with a sense of renewal. Venus and Mars will also have a rare meeting this weekend. As Jamie Carter, Senior Contributor of Forbes, explains,

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Treehugger: Master Falconer Gives Birds Second Chances
One of the few Black master falconers in the U.S., Rodney Stotts feels a connection to raptors with their independence and power.

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EarthSky News: Moon still moving through Winter Circle

The Gemini twins are triplets on February 13
In recent nights, the waxing moon has been moving inside a large circular star pattern on the sky’s dome, known as the Winter Circle (or Winter Hexagon). It’s not one of the 88 official constellations. It’s a very large and noticeable pattern of stars, an asterism, spreading across much of the evening sky at this time of year.

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Patheos-Pagan: Reading for the soul mate: a quirky take

I have to admit that all illumination amuses me, especially when it lacks something obvious. You’d think that this leads to a contradiction, insofar as when something is illuminated it’s not also opaque or lacking in clarity,

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Pagan Playlist: Osi And The Jupiter — Uthuling Hyl [Full Album]

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Inner Journey:

THE FACE IN THE MIRROR

Who are you? You can gaze at your reflection in a mirror but you’re not likely to see your true likeness. You are beautiful, unique, perfect. Do you see that?

The world needs you to see how whole and complete you are — now. Can you begin to own your divinity? The world needs you to know who you really are so you can be the mirror for others.

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

You deserve all the love in the world.

Done.

Helps to have connections,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Simple Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Simple chocolate-covered strawberries, great for any occasion.

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Magical Correspondences for Monday

Magickal Intentions: Psychic Sensitivity, Women’s Mysteries, Tides, Waters, Emotional Issues, Agriculture, Animals, Female Fertility, Messages, Theft, Reconciliations, Voyages, Dreams and Merchandise

Element: Water

Incense: African Violet, Honeysuckle, Myrtle, Willow, Wormwood
Planet: Moon
Star Sign: Cancer
Angel: Gabriel
Power Colors: Silver, White and Gray
Herbs& Plants: Night Blooming Flowers, Willow Root, Orris Root, Birch, Motherwort, Vervain, White Rose and White Iris
Sacred Stones: Carnelian, Moonstone, Aquamarine, Pearl, Clear Quartz, Flourite, Geodes
Oil: (Moon) Jasmine, Lemon, Sandalwood

Deities include Artemis, Diana, Luna, Selene, Thoth

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Daily Wisdom
February 14, 2022

Excellence
“The secret of joy in work is contained in one word – excellence. To know how to do something well is to enjoy it.”

-Pearl S. Buck (1964)

When we enjoy doing something, we put our heart into it, and it shows. What we enjoy doing, we do well, we can’t help it. And by the same token, what we do well brings us joy! We are rewarded for a job well done by feeling good about it.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Hermit

It might be a busy day, but try to make some time for yourself. Any time you spend meditating or settling your mind will be time well spent. It doesn’t have to be spent sitting around and being idle all day. Staring pensively into that cup of tea for a few moments can be equally beneficial. Calm your mind, and your heart, and make it an at-peace day.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredSpirals/

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 11, 2022

Posted on February 11, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 11, 2022

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

“Awakening,
I hear the truth–
grey rain on clay.”

Michael P. Garofalo, Cuttings

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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Spirit Library: Be Patient
Kate Spreckley

This month fresh new energy is being breathed into our world clearing out the old and bringing a renewed sense of inspiration and creativity. Sudden realisations and revelations will arise that may disrupt our plans and divert our course

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Paganism is a Struggle! Let’s Talk About It/ Scarlet Ravenswood

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Spirituality & Health: Healing Stones for Panic Attacks
BY KATRINA MCGIFFIN

Discover how to use hematite, malachite, and morganite stones and crystals to reach a calmer state and expand spiritually

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Learn Religions: Daffodil Magic, Legends, and Folklore

By Patti Wigington
Updated on January 11, 2020

Daffodils are bright sunny flowers which make their appearance right around the time of Ostara, the spring equinox, which falls around March 21 in the northern hemisphere. Its bright petals are typically found in shades of white, yellow or even pale orange.

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Pagan Library: Asahi (asahi [ausa-he] is japanese;asa-morning, hi-fire)

Anon

Asahi, the morning fire,
rise oh body, for my soul to spire.
Gyrations of another day,
never ending, always flowing,
the dance we call creation.
Centered is the one who seeks,
for intuition is always knowing,
so I call upon the “Asahi”
to keep the sparkle glowing.
Asahi, morning fire,
Creator of new life,
balancing the course of nature,
oh heal me of my strike.
Warrior, flow through me,
for it is strength that I desire.
Walk with me, this troubled day,
so that with peace,
I may retire.

paganlibrary.com

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Treehugger: 10 Fascinating Pacific Crest Trail Facts

The Pacific Crest Trail is the crown jewel of West Coast hikes, stretching roughly 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada. It spans the entire length of California, Oregon, and Washington, passing through 26 national forests, seven national parks, five state parks, and 33 federally mandated wildernesses.

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EarthSky News: Moon and Winter Circle on February 9 to 13

Moon and Winter Circle
On February 9 to 12, 2022, the waxing moon is moving inside a large circular (some say hexagonal) star pattern, known as the Winter Circle (or Winter Hexagon). It’s not one of the 88 official constellations. It’s just a large, noticeable pattern of stars, an asterism. It consists of seven bright stars in six separate constellations.

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Patheos-Pagan: Love Spells: Do They Work?
FEBRUARY 9, 2022 BY LISA WAGONER

Ah, February. When thoughts turn to love, in all its forms, the lack of love, the appreciation for love, and everything in between. I have a been a fan of this holiday since grade school, when the festive red mailbox took center stage in the classroom. To me,

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Pagan Playlist: enchanting songs for a witch【folk / pagan playlist】

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Inner Journey:

AWARENESS THROUGH LOVE AND FEAR

“There is nothing holier in this life of ours than the first consciousness of love — the first fluttering of its silken wings — the first rising sound and breath of that wind which is so soon to sweep through the soul, to purify or to destroy.”
— Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Our inner journey takes us through the following stages relative to love and fear:

UNCONSCIOUS LOVE: When we are born, we exist as pure love but we are not conscious of our love.
UNCONSCIOUS FEAR: Our souls have set the stage for our evolution. As we grow, unconscious fears arise in our personalities that draw experiences to us that wound us.
CONSCIOUS FEAR: Our wounds bring pain and suffering that enable us to become conscious of our fears.
CONSCIOUS LOVE: When we’ve suffered enough pain, we are motivated to move through our fears to consciously experience the love that supports all.

“Love is but the discovery of ourselves in others, and the delight in the recognition.”
— Alexander Smith

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

I do wonder how some people, who upon seeing gorgeous, billowing cumulus clouds floating effortlessly overhead, don’t just want to explode with joy.

Or who, upon seeing a mighty old oak tree, don’t run right up to it wildly screaming, “I love you!”

Or who, upon being caught in the rain, don’t blush as each drop gently kisses their skin.

Or who, upon gazing at a star-filled night, aren’t paralyzed with awe.

Or who, upon seeing their reflection in a pond, don’t cry the happiest of tears.

Do you know what I mean?

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Dip

This tangy, creamy dip tastes just like Buffalo chicken wings. It’s best served hot with crackers and celery sticks. Everyone loves the results!

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Magical Correspondences for Friday

Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers and Matters of the Heart

Element: Earth

Sacred Stones: Rose Quartz, Moonstone, Pink Tourmaline, Peridot, Emerald and Jade
Oil: (Venus) Cardamom, Palmarosa, Rose, Yarrow

Deities include Aphrodite, Eros, Freya, Venus

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Daily Wisdom
February 11, 2022

Living
“The vanity of human life is like a river, constantly passing away, and yet constantly coming on.”

-Alexander Pope

It’s interesting to look at little children and think: “I was once that age!” We all start out as babies, fresh and new to the world. And now here we are as adults, shaping the world, making decisions that affect the future, a future which will one day be the present to these babies who will one day be adults. And life goes on. We’re connected now and always.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Sun

Find a way to inject an artistic touch to whatever you’re doing and get extra satisfaction and have greater success at what you’re doing. You may not think of yourself as artistic, but it will be hard to hide or resist your creative side today. Even the most mundane and boring tasks can be made more pleasant by adding a dash of artistic expression. Within reason and appropriateness, let it shine!

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredSpirals/

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 10, 2022

Posted on February 10, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 10, 2022

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

“Winter dies into the spring, to be born again in the autumn.”

Marche Blumenberg

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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Spirit Library: Evaluate Your Intentions
Kate Spreckley

The call to awaken, heal and transform is persistent and demands that we confront those aspects within ourselves that keep us limited and out of alignment with our soul.

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Mountain Witches of Appalachia

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Spirituality & Health: The Spiritual Meaning of Visual Art
BY BECKY GARRISON

Whether making art or taking it in—at museums, galleries, or on the street; through books; or even on screens—engaging with visual art can be a spiritual experience if we’re willing to open ourselves up to the possibility.

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Learn Religions: Moon Phase Names in the Southern Hemisphere

By Patti Wigington
Updated on June 25, 2019

In most neo-Pagan and Wiccan traditions, the names given to the various moon cycles are based upon a couple of different sources. Some come to us from the Native American tribes of North America, and others are rooted in Celtic and western European mythology.

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How to be a Green Witch | Rituals, Ideas & Lifestyle/ The witches’ cookery

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Mountain Rose Herbs: A Story of Earth Medicines

Curanderismo is a 500-year-old traditional healing practice that is still in existence today. It is influenced by Spanish, indigenous Mexican, the Moors, West African, and Native American traditional healing practices, and is a result of the blending of these cultures during colonization.

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Treehugger: Why Whales Don’t Drown When They Eat
Lunge-feeding whales have anatomy that protects them when they gulp food.

Watch a voracious whale go lunging after its prey in the water and it’s nearly incredible the whale doesn’t drown.

Whales gulp down so many gallons of water as they swim at rapid speeds, grabbing mouthfuls of krill-filled water.

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EarthSky News: Meet Taurus the Bull in the evening sky

Did you know? You can see the constellation Taurus the Bull during Northern Hemisphere fall through spring (or Southern Hemisphere spring through fall). It sits in the evening sky close to the easy-to-see constellation Orion. Basically, Taurus the Bull takes the form a two-pronged fork, with the center V-shape consisting of an actual star cluster – a family of stars in space – that we call the Hyades.

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Patheos-Pagan: Starting Again, Finding Direction
IRISANYA MOON

With each Samhain, I find myself thinking about the previous year and its intention. What have I done? What might I do next? I might ask the ancestors for guidance, my beloved dead for wisdom, and my heart for direction in building an intention.

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Pagan Playlist: Vishal Naidu – Fragments Of Serenity (Full Album Premiere)

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Inner Journey: BIG MIND, LITTLE MIND

“It is the mind that makes one wise or ignorant, bound or emancipated.”
— Sri Ramakrishna

Zen distinguishes big mind from small mind. Big mind identifies with its process, is impersonal and participates universally. Big mind is unlimited possibilities, deeper understanding, forgiveness, acceptance, insight, connectedness, attention.

Small mind is self centred and focuses only on itself. It is compulsive, limited, reactive and mechanical. Small mind feeds on itself — fear reacts to fear, judgment reacts to judgment, anger sparks more anger.

Always seek higher perspectives and you will in time find freedom.

“If a pickpocket meets a Holy Man, he will see only his pockets.”
— Hari Dass

“Minds are like parachutes; they work best when open.”
— Lord Thomas Dewar

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Have you ever thought you just might be the reason birds sing, flowers bloom, butterflies flit, puppies play, cats meow, seasons change, rains fall, stars shoot, the moon waxes, and the sun rises?

I suggest you do.

Often.

You are the reason,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Creamy Cilantro Chicken

Chicken breasts in a light cajun and cilantro cream sauce are best served with cubed red potatoes and green beans or asparagus. Dish can also be served over rice, pasta, or egg noodles.

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Magical Correspondences for Thursday

Magickal Intentions: Luck, Happiness, Health, Legal Matters, Male Fertility, Treasure and Wealth, Honor, Riches, Desires, Leadership, Public Activity, Power and Success

Element: Earth

Incense: Cinnamon, Musk, Nutmeg and Sage

Deities include Juno, Jupiter,Thor, Zeus

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Daily Wisdom
February 10, 2022

Living
“Is not this the true romantic feeling – not to desire to escape life, but to prevent life from escaping you.”

-Thomas Wolfem

We can live life “in love” all the time. When we love our life, and ourselves, we are filled to the brim with joy and peace. We overflow with wonder that spills out to the world and makes it a better place to be.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Wheel of Fortune

It could be hard to sit still today and every little distraction may look more like an invitation to take a break or start the next thing. Get a lot done anyway by concentrating on short tasks and short conversations. A checklist helps keep things smooth and organized. Afterward, maybe take a nice long walk, stretch those legs, and shake the day’s dust off your shoulders.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
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Cat’s Morning Bits for February 9, 2022

Posted on February 9, 2022 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for February 9, 2022

Blessings, Cat

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February Quotes

“Surely as cometh the Winter, I know
There are Spring violets under the snow.”

R. H. Newell

gardendigest.com

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February Events

Jan 31/ Feb 1 New Moon 9:46 pm PST/ 10:46 pmMST/ 12:46 am EST

Feb 1 Lunar New Year: Tiger

Feb 2 Imbolc

Feb 3. Mercury Goes Direct!

Feb 14. Valentines Day

Feb 16 Full “Quickening” Moon 8:56 am PST/ 9:56 am MST/ 11:56 am EST

Feb 18 Celtic Tree Month of Ash begins

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The Pagan Library: The Witch’s Rune /Anon

Darksome night and shining moon
East and south and west and north
To each we sing the witch’s rune
To call the ancient power’s horn

Cup of water, airy sword
A pentacle to touch the earth
Firey wand all in accord
Lady guide us to rebirth

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The Story of Oya/ Blaque Witch YaYa

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Spirituality & Health: Balancing the Throat Chakra for Neck and Shoulder Pain
BY JULIE PETERS

When there is pain in the neck or restriction in the throat chakra, it’s worth asking: What emotions are caught in our throat, unable to be spoken?

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Learn Religions: Quickening Moon/ By Patti Wigington

In February, the nights are cold and we begin to feel a bit of cabin fever. This month’s full moon is called the Quickening Moon, although in some places it’s referred to as the Ice Moon, for obvious reasons. In other areas,

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MBG: Remind Your People You Love Them With These 7 Simple Gestures

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, ’tis the season for spreading love all around. But why limit that love to just your significant other? Whether you’re single or taken, we rounded up seven simple ways to show all the people in your life you love them—from friends to family to colleagues:

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The Green Witch: 3 Herbal Protection Spells for a Green Witch’s Home

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Treehugger: 15 of the Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens in the US
Plus, how they support environmental conservation.

A botanical garden is a natural space dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of an array of plant species for education and scientific purposes.

The first botanical gardens of the 16th and 17th centuries contained mostly medicinal plants

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EarthSky News: Cool! We can see all 4 rocky planets before sunrise in February

Rocky planets before sunrise
You can spot all four of the rocky planets in our solar system – Mercury, Venus, Earth (look down), Mars before sunrise around mid-February, 2022. These are our the four major terrestrial planets – made of rocks or metals – in our sun’s family. Commune with them over your morning cup of coffee, before you’re whisked away into a busy day.

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Patheos-Pagan: Moving With the Major Arcana
LAURA TEMPEST ZAKROFF

Hi folks! As I mentioned in an earlier post, I’ve brought back the Witchual Workout. I’ve got some exciting news! Are you ready to dance the Tarot? (I promise it’s a lot more fun than it may sound!) Connect more profoundly with your body AND your magical practice by exploring moving that evokes the symbolism of the Major Arcana.

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Pagan Playlist: Ulvesang – Ulvesang (Full Album)

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Inner Journey:

THE PAST IN THE PRESENT

“If you accept a limiting belief, then it will become a truth for you.”
— Louise Hay

Pick one aspect of your life, e.g. your health, your competence, your prosperity or relationships, and think back to when you were a child. What messages about this subject did you hear from adults at that time that are still playing on your subconscious tape recorder? Messages like: “Men can’t be trusted.” “Money doesn’t grow on trees.” “You’re not smart enough to succeed in business.”

How is your world reflecting your beliefs back to you, today?

“There are no limitations to the self except those you believe in.”
— Seth

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Don’t be angry.

Not ever.

It’s not worth it. It’s not necessary. There is always a higher road.

You’re the coolest,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Bars

An amazing treat that will satisfy any craving for peanut butter and chocolate.

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Magical Correspondences for Wednesday

Magickal Intentions: Communication, Divination, Writing, Knowledge, Business Transactions, Debt, Fear, Loss, Travel and Money Matters

Element: Air

Incense: Jasmine, Lavender, Sweet Pea
Planets: Mercury and Chiron (though this is a moon of Pluto)
Star Sign: Virgo
Angel: Raphael
Power Colors: Orange, Light Blue, Grey, Yellow and Violet
Herbs & Plants: Fern, Lavender, Hazel, Cherry, Periwinkle
Sacred Stones: Aventurine, Bloodstone, Hematite, Moss Agate and Sodalite
Oil: (Mercury) Benzoin, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus, Lavender

Deities include Athena, Hermes, Lugh, Mercury, Odin

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Daily Wisdom
February 9, 2022

Living
“Life is not having been told that the man has just waxed the floor.”

-Ogden Nash

Whoops! It’s those surprises that make life interesting. We never know what is just around the corner for us. And isn’t that wonderful? We live with uncertainty, so good things can happen at any time.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: Justice

A past wrong against you might be set right today. It’s important that you give others a fair chance and don’t automatically discount what they have to say or offer. You don’t need to satisfy everyone but you do need to make the effort to let them have their say and their moment to contribute. Be confident and don’t feel threatened by anything.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily posts are reblogged from various email newsletters that I receive each day.

I invite you to check out my websites!

The Desert Path: The dusty ramblings of a desert pagan. https://thedesertpath.com/

Cat’s Treasure Trove …. an eclectic collection of jewelry & gifts! https://thedesertpath.com

Sacred Spirals (the place where all paths meet)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SacredSpirals/

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