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Cat’s Morning Bits for October 4, 2021

Posted on October 4, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for October 4, 2021

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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October Quotes

“I saw old Autumn in the misty morn
Stand, shadowless like Silence, listening
To Silence.”

Thomas Hood

gardendigest.com

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October Events:

Oct 6 New Moon at 4:05 am PST/ 5:05 am MST/ 7:05 am EST

Oct 11 Indigenous Peoples Day / Thanksgiving day: Canada

Oct 18 Mercury goes direct

Oct 20 Full Blood Moon at 7:56 am PST/ 8:56 am MST/ 10:56 am EST

Oct 23 Sun enters Scorpio

Oct 28 Celtic Tree Month of Reed begins

Oct 31 Samhain / Halloween

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Spirit Library: New Month, New Energies
Kate Spreckley

As we continue to travel inward, we are urged to observe how we can transform our experiences into wisdom and awareness so that we can move forward with a new perspective

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The Magick of My Homeland

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Pagan Library: Calls to the Nine Muses

SavannahSkye

Oh Zeus, he who lay with Mnemosyne for nine days

who gave birth to the Nine Muses
at Pieria, the foot of Mount Olympus
We ask you to let the Nine Muses bestow upon us
all their divine knowledge of the Arts and Sciences
and to let us know their companions
Who are the Charities, the Horae, Eros, Dionysus, Apollo,

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ThoughtCo: Setting Up Your Samhain Altar

Samhain is the time of year when many members of the Pagan community celebrate the cycle of life and death. This Sabbat is about the end of the harvest, the calling of the spirits, and the changing aspects of the god and goddess. Try some or even all of these ideas—obviously, space may be a limiting factor for some, but use what calls to you most.

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Journey Into Dreams:JEWELRY DREAM MEANING AND SYMBOLISM

Dreaming about jewelry can give us valuable insight into how we express ourselves to others and how we see ourselves. So let’s explore the different kinds of jewelry you might experience in your dream and what it means to dream about jewelry.

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MBG: Your Weekly Horoscope Is In: This Is The Major Message Written In The Stars

This week’s astrology forecast calls for us to work together and find common ground. Here, the AstroTwins break down what they’re seeing in the stars.

Life is a balancing act this Wednesday, October 6, as 2021’s only new moon in Libra reminds us to weigh both sides of, well, everything.

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Daily Magick Snippets

Yarrow: A bouquet of yarrow given to a bride was thought to ensure a happy marriage. Another magic custom says that if you carry a sprig of yarrow no one can cast a spell on you.

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Monsters of Greek Mythology | Typhon & Echidna’s Spawn

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Elephant Journal: 8 Amazing Facts you didn’t Know about Meditation.

Meditation has been around for centuries, but it’s only recently that Western society has started to take it seriously.
From the Buddha to Einstein, the world’s most prominent thinkers have espoused the benefits of meditation and helped to bring it to the Western world.

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Treehugger: When People Moved Less, Birds Moved More

Like so many other wildlife species, most birds became more active during the pandemic as people moved about less.

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EarthSky News: Watch For Taurid Meteors Throughout October

Yes, the 2021 Perseids were grand. But now it’s meteor season, again! There are several good showers between now and the end of the year. And, sometimes, you’ll find conflicting information about the peak dates for meteor showers, especially when it’s a shower with no definite peak.

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Patheos-Pagan: Stop Me Before I Stop Myself: Notes on Binding Spells
THUMPER FORGE

A lot of Witches have a specialty – something they excel at above everything else. Sometimes it’s herbalism, or astrology, or occult business management;

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Pagan Playlist: Karliene – Cathy – Inspired by Wuthering Heights

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Inner Journey:

THEN AND NOW

“Time is not a line, but a series of now points.”
— Taisen Deshimaru

We understand time as a continuum. Our memories link the moments of the past and our imaginations draw on the patterns of our memories to project the future.

If we leave the movies of the mind behind, time can only be experienced now — moment by precious moment. Open in awareness to what is happening right now. Appreciate all that is. Immerse yourself in the joy and wonder of every now and life will be a gift.

“The responsibility for both present and future is in our own hands. If we live right today, then tomorrow has to be right.”
— Eknath Easwaran

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

When you get to a place where you’re seeing the positive in others more than the negative, it means you’re doing the same for yourself.

You amazing, wondrous vessel of spontaneity, creativity, beauty & strength –

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Slow Cooker Chai

Easy version of chai tea, using whole spices and sweetened condensed milk. To vary the flavor, try adding a bit of star anise, fennel, allspice, vanilla bean, or nutmeg. For a sweeter tea, stir in a bit of brown sugar.

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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

Monday is ruled the Moon. Today’s energy best align with spell work that deals with women, home and hearth, the family, the garden, travel, and medicine. It also boosts rituals involving psychic development and prophetic dreaming.

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Daily Wisdom
October 4, 2021

Insight
“I was always looking outside myself for strength and confidence, but it comes from within. It is there all the time.”

-Anna Freud

The word insight itself, “in-sight,” explains its meaning. It is looking within, and seeing what is there. Our strength, confidence, wisdom, creativity, beauty, power – all of it – comes from within. We carry it with us. When we are aware of its presence we can more easily bring it forward.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Moon

You may be dwelling on your weakness or discomfort, and those things may be real enough, but take heart and know that these things are also temporary and are not going to last much longer. You underestimate or overlook your great powers of recovery and self-healing. You have too much love of life to be kept down for long. Give yourself a break and relax a bit

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post 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 October 1, 2021

Posted on October 1, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for October 1, 2021

Blessings, Cat

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October Quotes

“The sweet calm sunshine of October, now
Warms the low spot; upon its grassy mold
The purple oak-leaf falls; the birchen bough
drops its bright spoil like arrow-heads of gold.”

William Cullen Bryant

gardendigest.com

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October Events:

Oct 6 New Moon at 4:05 am PST/ 5:05 am MST/ 7:05 am EST

Oct 11 Indigenous Peoples Day / Thanksgiving day: Canada

Oct 18 Mercury goes direct

Oct 20 Full Blood Moon at 7:56 am PST/ 8:56 am MST/ 10:56 am EST

Oct 23 Sun enters Scorpio

Oct 28 Celtic Tree Month of Reed begins

Oct 31 Samhain / Halloween

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Spirit Library: Into Healing & Wisdom
Kate Spreckley

As we move through this time of planetary change we are discovering how to transform and transmute our suffering into healing and wisdom. As a result, both our wounding and our suffering is being highlighted increasing our awareness of that which needs to be healed and released.

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October Plan With Me – Halloween themed stickers, planning a Samhain celebration – Magical Crafting

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October Birthstone : Opal

Birthstone Color: Multi-colored

October’s birthstone treats the eye to an explosion of shimmering colors, not unlike those of a magnificent rainbow following a summer rain. The Opal derives its name from the Latin word “opalus,” meaning precious jewel. Prized for its unique ability to refract and reflect specific wavelengths of light, the Opal was called “Cupid Paederos” by the Romans, meaning a child beautiful as love. One legendary explanation for this gemstone’s origin is that it fell from heaven in a flash of fiery lightning.

aboutbirthstones.com

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ThoughtCo: The History of the Pagan Samhain Sabbat

Most folks know Samhain as Halloween, but for many modern Pagans, Samhain is considered a Sabbat to honor the ancestors who came before us, marking the dark time of the year. It’s an excellent time to contact the spirit world with a seance because it’s the time when the veil between this world and the next is at its thinnest.

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Journey Into Dreams: ACORN DREAM MEANING

Dreaming about acorns or seeing acorns in your dream can symbolize abundance, growth, and wisdom.

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Flowers For October

Marigold / Calendula
Sacred affection is shown with the marigold.

A myth describing which seems to be creation of the marigold is mentioned in the story of Clytie and Apollo.

The marigolds, genus Calendula L., are a genus of about 20 species of annual or perennial herbaceous plants in the daisy family Asteraceae, native to Mexico and Central America, the Mediterranean region and Macaronesia.

The leaves of this plant are 5-18 cm long, simple, and usually roughly hairy. The flower heads range from pale yellow to deep orange, and are 3-7 cm across, with both ray florets and disc florets. The petals of the Pot Marigold are spicy and are edible, added to dishes as a garnish.

Cosmos
Cosmos flowers symbolize peace, modesty, creation, and wholeness.

Cosmos is a genus of about twenty species of annual and perennial plants of the Asteraceae family, including the garden flowers Cosmos bipinnatus (also known as “Mexican Aster”),Cosmos atrosanguineus (“Chocolate Cosmos”) and Cosmos sulphureus (“Yellow Cosmos”).

They are native to scrub and meadow areas of the southern United States and Central America. Cosmos flowers have radiate flower heads of variously colored flowers and opposite pinnate leaves widely cultivated as garden annuals. These flowers are very fragrant, chocolate cosmos even smell like chocolate.

(originally found at birthflower.com)

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“To all the ancient ones from their houses, the Old Ones from above and below. In this time the Gods of the Earth touch our feet, bare upon the ground. Spirits of the Air whisper in our hair and chill our bodies, and from the dark portions watch and wait the Faery Folk that they may join the circle and leave their track upon the ground. It is the time of the waning year. Winter is upon us. The corn is golden in the winnow heaps. Rains will soon wash sleep into the life-bringing Earth. We are not without fear, we are not without sorrow…Before us are all the signs of Death: the ear of corn is no more green and life is not in it. The Earth is cold and no more will grasses spring jubilant. The Sun but glances upon his sister, the earth….. It is so….Even now….But here also are the signs of life, the eternal promise given to our people. In the death of the corn there is the seed–which is both food for the season of Death and the Beacon which will signal green-growing time and life returning.In the cold of the Earth there is but sleep wherein She will awaken refreshed and renewed, her journey into the Dark Lands ended. And where the Sun journeys he gains new vigor and potency; that in the spring, his blessings shall come ever young!”

Two Samhain Rituals, Compost Coveners, 1980
gardnersdigest.com

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Elephant Journal: 3 Questions to Ask Yourself during 2021’s Final Mercury Retrograde. {Sept 27-Oct 18}

For some reason, I do all the wrong things during Mercury Retrogrades. I sell or buy houses, launch programs, sign contracts…always with a bit of a wry grin, daring Mercury to slip me up. Perhaps you should not try this! I’ve managed to get through fairly well, but probably because I have mad organization and detail skills. However, Mercury gets me on the techy end of things…usually in the middle of a client call. It’s a game we play. We shall see how this one goes.

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Treehugger: Moments of Zen and More Striking Images Win Nature Photo Awards

It’s either a moment of happiness or mere calm resignation as a western lowland gorilla steps through a swarm of butterflies at the Dzanga Sangha Special Dense Forest Reserve in the Central African Republic.

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The Night Sky in October is Scary Fun!

This October, amateur astronomers will delight in fabulous views of Mercury and Venus, along with a pair of meteor showers.
Throughout the month, skygazers will see Venus soon after sunset, shining in the western sky.

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Patheos-Pagan: 31 More Things To Do Between Now and Samhain
LISA WAGONER

Last year, I wrote a blog post on 31 Things To Do Between Now and Samhain, and it proved to be such a popular and commented upon blog, that I figured I would do a sequel this year!

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Pagan Playlist: Fantasy Music – Lumina

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Inner Journey:

DAILY FORGIVENESS

“As long as you don’t forgive, who and whatever it is will occupy rent-free space in your mind.”
— Isabelle Holland

We cannot avoid daily resentment and thoughts of guilt. They are a part of human nature. What we can do is release their grip on us. We can forgive others and ourselves daily.

Forgiveness requires nothing in return. There are no conditions. It gets rid of old baggage and clears up unfinished business. It leads us to a life of authenticity, lightness and directness. Forgiveness is the highest form of letting go of resentment and ego.

True forgiveness is more than an apology, understanding and acceptance. There is an element of recreating and re-imagining. There is a need to envision ourselves as more loving, interdependent, courageous and compassionate. Forgiveness requires honouring the sacred journey of learning about life – our life and others’.

“Whatever we have done, we can always make amends for it without ever looking back in guilt or sorrow.”
— Eknath Easwaran

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Life is a chance to do things your way not the cheapest way, not the most popular way, and not how others think you should.

And a very, very, very precious chance, at that.

Got chills?

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: 12 Easy Sheet Pan Dinners for Fall

For many of us, fall means the return of routine, cooler temperatures, and harvesting the last of summer’s bounty. It’s also the time of year when ingredients like squash, potatoes, and root vegetables are at their very finest.

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Magical Correspondences for October

(Up to the 26th)
Nature spirits: Frost Faeries & Plant Faeries
Herbs: Pennyroyal; Thyme; Catnip; Uva Ursi; Angelica & Burdock
Colours: Dark Blue-Green
Flowers: Calendula; Marigold & Cosmos
Scents: Strawberry; Apple Blossom & Cherry
Stones: Opal; Tourmaline; Beryl & Turquoise
Trees: Yew; Cypress & Acacia
Animals: Stag; Jackal; Elephant; Ram & Scorpion
Birds: Heron; Crow & Robin
Deities: Ishtar; Astarte; Demeter; Kore; Lakshimi; The Horned God; Belili & Hathor
Power Flow: Inner Cleansing; Karma & Reincarnation; Justice & Balance and Inner Harmony

Oct 27-Nov 1
Nature Spirits: Banshees and other between world messengers
Herbs: Ginger; Hop; Wormwood; Hyssop; Patchouli; Mugwort; Nutmeg & Star Anise
Colours: Black; White & Purple
Flowers: White Lily; Dahlia & Chrysanthemum
Scents: Rosemary; Dragons blood; Liliac; Pine & Wisteria
Stones: Obsidian; Onyx & Apache Tear
Trees: Pine; Cypress; Yew & Elder
Animals: Bat; Wolf; Sow; Dog & Snake
Birds: Owl; Raven & Falcon
Deities: Cybele; Circe; Hel; Nephthys; Cerridwen; The Horned God; Caillech; Freja & Holda
Power Flow: Release; Remembering; Communion with the Dead; Prophecy; Releasing old negative emotions and memories

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Daily Wisdom
October 2021

Perseverance
“Learn to self-conquest, persevere thus for a time, and you will perceive very clearly the advantage which you gain from it.”

-Teresa of Avila

Self-control, self-determination, self-esteem. When it all boils down to it, our motivation to persevere must be intrinsic. It can’t come from anything outside of us, it must come from within. When this happens we recognize our strengths, we recognize our potential

-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 post 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 September 30, 2021

Posted on September 30, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for September 30, 2021

Blessings, Cat

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September Quotes

“Grant, Goddess, thy protection,
And in protection, strength,
And in strength, understanding,
And in understanding, knowledge,
And in knowledge the knowledge of justice,
And in the knowledge of justice, the love of it,
And in that love, the love of all existences,
And in the love of all existences, the love of Goddess and all goodness.”

Iolo Morganwg, Gorsedd Prayer

gardendigest.com

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September Events 2021

Sept. 2 Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins (Sept 2- 29)

Sept. 6 Labor Day/ New Moon at 5:51 pm PST/ 6:51 pm MST/ 8:51 pm EST

Sept. 20 Full Harvest Moon at 4:54 pm PST/ 5:54 pm MST/ 7:54 pm EST

Sept. 22 Mabon/ Fall Equinox/ Sun enters Libra

Sept 27 Mercury Retrograde 9Sept. 72- Oct. 18)

Sept. 30 Celtic Tree Month of Ivy begins (Sept. 30- Oct

Spirit Library: Explore your Inner World
Kate Spreckley

Our reality no longer exists in the same way that it has. All of life is changing and we are being called to find our stability from within. As a result, we are being urged to strengthen our connection with our inner self, to deepen our relationship with our soul and to release the subliminal patterns and programs which continue to create disharmony and imbalance within.

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Nang Tani | Banana Tree Spirit of Thailand

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Spiritual Unite: THE SPIRITUAL MEANING OF WAKING UP AT 2 AM EVERY NIGHT

You wake up at 2 am and you can’t get back to sleep. You roll around for a few minutes, frustrated, before finally giving up on the idea of sleeping again

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ThoughtCo: Egyptian Creation Myths
The Main Cosmogonies of Ancient Egypt

Egyptian cosmogonies were more about explaining the order of the world (personified as Ma’at), especially the rising of the sun and the flooding of the Nile, than the creation of mankind. The world would continue its orderly progression regardless of whether or not we mere mortals lived or died, although the kings and queens, as incarnations of the gods, counted, and religious rites symbolically helped maintain the order.

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Journey Into Dreams:BACKPACK AND BOOKBAG DREAM MEANING

Bookbags and Backpacks have been used by travelers and students for centuries. It’s no wonder that most of us have dreamed about a backpack at some point or another.

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MBG: An RD-Approved Pumpkin Bread Recipe That’s Secretly Nutritious

There’s a reason people are drawn to the warm flavor and aroma of pumpkin when fall arrives. One classic favorite: pumpkin bread. Unfortunately, since most are high in added sugars, the seasonal loaves are generally reserved for the occasional treat. But we’re just not willing to accept that.

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Daily Magick Snippets

The color RED is associated with direction South and the Element of Fire. It promotes Strength, Courage, Passion, Health, Energy and Vitality, Love and Will Power. Associated with the Zodiac signs of Aries and Scorpio.

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Today’s DIY: Learn How to Paint WITCHY WOMEN with Acrylic – Paint and Sip at Home- Autumn Step by Step Tutorial

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Elephant Journal: Renewing My Vows with Nature.

Dappled light gives way under the canopy that embraces me. One foot gently stepping between shadows and bird songs.
Nature comes out to play in silences.

I try to ensure my steps are gracious and kind. I’m not keen to crush dried leaves and hear them crinkle or break twigs along the way.

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Treehugger: Big Sisters Are Better Than Big Brothers If You’re an Elephant

It’s always great to have an older sibling looking out for you. And researchers have found that’s particularly true for elephants.

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EarthSky News: Moon In Gemini Before Dawn September 29 And 30

On the mornings of September 29 and 30, 2021, you can see the moon near the two brightest stars of the constellation Gemini the Twins. These stars are Castor and Pollux. The moon will reach its last quarter phase in front of Gemini on September 29 at 01:57 UTC. By clocks in North America, that translates to the evening of September 28. A last quarter moon is a waning moon. So the September 28-29 moon will look half-illuminated, like half a pie. And the next night’s moon will look slimmer, like a fat crescent.

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Patheos-Pagan: What It Means When Your Prayers Aren’t Answered
JOHN BECKETT

What does it mean when your prayers aren’t answered?

Someone asked me this question recently, but I’ve heard it before. Really, I’ve heard it all my life. I’ve heard it asked by Pagans and Christians and by people of no particular religious affiliations.

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Pagan Playlist: Metallica – Nothing Else Matters – Medieval Style – Bardcore

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Inner Journey:

FORGIVENESS BRINGS JOY

“The greatest evil that can befall man is that he should come to think ill of himself.”
— Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe

Do you feel worthy of having joy? Do you feel you deserve it?

The first step to activating our inner joy is to eliminate the blocks to it. We can start by truly forgiving ourselves and all others. Forgiveness calls for a shift in our perception. It is easier to forgive ourselves and others when we really understandthat each of us has always done the very best we knew to do at that time.

“If we don’t forgive ourselves for our mistakes, and others for the wounds they have inflicted upon us, we end up crippled with guilt. And the soul cannot grow under a blanket of guilt, because guilt is isolating, whilegrowth is a gradual process of reconnection to ourselves, to other people, and to a larger whole.”
— Joan Borysenko

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

By all means, seek to change the things you don’t like and to attract the things you do, just don’t put off your happiness for either or the other.

So happy,

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

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

Thursday is ruled by Jupiter. Today’s energies influence all matters involving material gain and spell work for general success, accomplishment, honors and awards, legal issues, luck, gambling, and prosperity.

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Daily Wisdom
September 30, 2021

Perseverance
“When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you, til it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer, never give up then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.”

-Harriet Beecher Stowe

We have more strength, and more ability to persevere, than we give ourselves credit for. We are creative, and can come up with solutions. It takes courage to hang on. It takes faith to stick with it. But that is what we’re made of. That is who we are.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: Temperance

A little emotional distance is called for to keep things peaceful and working smoothly. You may be very sentimental or attached to certain issues or other people’s opinions of you but don’t let this rule how the day goes. Don’t let anyone casually or ignorantly hurt your feelings. They may not even know what they’re doing. Stay functional and keep your emotional guards up.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post 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 September 29, 2021

Posted on September 29, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for September 29, 2021

Blessings, Cat

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September Quotes

“September’s Baccalaureate
A combination is Of Crickets — Crows — and Retrospects
And a dissembling Breeze
That hints without assuming —
An Innuendo sear
That makes the Heart put up its Fun
And turn Philosopher.”

Emily Dickinson, September’s Baccalaureate

gardendigest.com

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September Events 2021

Sept. 2 Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins (Sept 2- 29)

Sept. 6 Labor Day/ New Moon at 5:51 pm PST/ 6:51 pm MST/ 8:51 pm EST

Sept. 20 Full Harvest Moon at 4:54 pm PST/ 5:54 pm MST/ 7:54 pm EST

Sept. 22 Mabon/ Fall Equinox/ Sun enters Libra

Sept 27 Mercury Retrograde 9Sept. 72- Oct. 18)

Sept. 30 Celtic Tree Month of Ivy begins (Sept. 30- Oct

Spirit Library: Reflect, Review & Revise
Kate Spreckley

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We have been moving through a period of intense transformation that is leading us through the destruction of the old and the birth and awakening of the new. We are being driven towards change and as a result, both our inner and our realities are shifting. What was once familiar and comfortable is becoming increasingly uncomfortable, and we are urged to open to the exciting new opportunities that are presenting themselves now.

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The Surprising History of Pumpkins

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Spiritual Unite: UNDERSTANDING OUR PSYCHE IN CANCER

The fourth sign of the zodiac is Cancer, it runs from the 22nd of June to the 22nd of July, psyche in Cancer are known to be quite inconsistent, as they seek security but also long for adventure.

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Journey Into Dreams: CAMERA DREAM MEANING

Dreaming about a camera can represent your memories, the way you view the world, and your vision for the future. Let’s explore what it means to dream about a camera and how you can apply this wisdom to your day-to-day life.

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MBG: An Insider’s Guide To Sound Bathing: What To Know Before Tuning In

Perhaps you’ve tried yoga, meditation, or even breathwork—but have you ever heard of sound bathing? This immersive experience offers more than just relaxation—and anyone can have a sound bath right in their own home. Here’s what to know about the increasingly popular practice.

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Daily Magick Snippets: Magickal Names from Stones

Crystal: ( clear)
This name is for the person who sparkles or just wants to shine and it helps shy people break free of their shell. Crystal promotes clear thinking, and clear communication. If you want to bring your own light forward this is a great name.

source:The New Book of Magical Names by Phoenix McFarland

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The Goddess Morrigan & Morgan Le Fay

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The Celtic Tree Month of Ivy / Gort/ Gwinwydden runs from Sept 30- Oct 27

The ancient Celts and in particular the Druids held ivy in high regard. In Wales ivy was related to the goddess Arianrhod, and was used in her ritual of opening a portal into the Otherworld, also known as the dark side of the moon and the Realm of Faery

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Treehugger: How Wild Rabbits Help Save Ecosystems

European rabbits might not be much to look at. They have a nondescript grayish-brown coat, small ears, and relatively short legs.

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EarthSky News: Visible Planets – And More – In Late September And October 2021

Find these visible planets in late September and October 2021: Venus, Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Uranus

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Wise Woman Herbal Ezine: Bird Vibes in Sedona
by Catherine Bastedo
author of the Bird Vibes meditation deck

One of the highlights of my recent trip to Sedona was surely lying on my back on Airport Mesa, feeling the reverberations of the drumbeat of our guide, an “American born Toltec,” coming through the rock right into my body, passing down from my eardrums as far as my toes, hearing the coyotes call back, the warm sun on my body, colours dancing in front of my closed eyelids.

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Pagan Playlist: Jörmungrund

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Inner Journey:

COMPASSION

“What I want in my life is compassion, a flow between myself and others based on a mutual giving from the heart.”
— Marshall B. Rosenberg

“The whole idea of compassion is based on a keen awareness of the interdependence of all these living beings, which are all part of one another, and all involved in one another.”
— Thomas Merton

“When we experience the pain of another person, we instinctively want to take away that pain. But by taking away the other person’s pain, we also take away his or her opportunity to grow. To be truly compassionate, we must be able to share another person’s suffering and pain — knowing there is nothing we can do to relieve it and that we are not responsible for it, and yet knowing and understanding what that pain feels like.”
— John Gray

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Absolutely every single person in your life today will one day go their own separate way.

It’s all so precious.

Make hay,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Chopped Brussels Sprout Salad

Don’t be scared of raw Brussels sprouts – they are delicious!

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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

Wednesday is ruled by Mercury. Wednesday’s vibration adds power to spell work involving inspiration, communication, writers, poets, the written and spoken word, and all matters of study, learning, and teaching. This day also provides a good time to begin efforts involving self-improvement or understanding.

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Daily Wisdom
September 29, 2021

Perseverance
“When life knocks you to your knees, and it will, why, get up! If it knocks you to your knees again, as it will, well, isn’t that the best position from which to pray?”

-Ethel Barrymore

Many times we may feel like we’re in this all alone, that it’s us against the world. But the truth is that the universe supports us in our endeavors. When we allow this power to lift us up, our burdens become lighter. We can tap into the wisdom, and the strength of the universe whenever we call upon it

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Magician

It may be hard to be serious and stick to those dull but crucial tasks that keep the day running smoothly. Be systematic, cheerful, and don’t let it show if you feel undervalued or underappreciated. Save your sharp wit and cleverness for another time and place. Time spent with younger people or children can lift your spirits and keep things in perspective for you.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post 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 September 28, 2021

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for September 28, 2021

Blessings, Cat

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September Quotes

“When the goldenrod is yellow,
And leaves are turning brown –
Reluctantly the summer goes
In a cloud of thistledown.

When squirrels are harvesting
And birds in flight appear –
By these autumn signs we know
September days are here.”

Beverly Ashour, September

gardendigest.com

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September Events 2021

Sept. 2 Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins (Sept 2- 29)

Sept. 6 Labor Day/ New Moon at 5:51 pm PST/ 6:51 pm MST/ 8:51 pm EST

Sept. 20 Full Harvest Moon at 4:54 pm PST/ 5:54 pm MST/ 7:54 pm EST

Sept. 22 Mabon/ Fall Equinox/ Sun enters Libra

Sept 27 Mercury Retrograde 9Sept. 72- Oct. 18)

Sept. 30 Celtic Tree Month of Ivy begins (Sept. 30- Oct

Spirit Library: Mercury Retrograde
Kate Spreckley

Today we enter into the third and final Mercury Retrograde season of the year. Over the next three weeks, with Mercury in the sign of Libra, we have the opportunity to reset how we habitually think and communicate. Despite the generally negative response to Mercury Retrograde it is a time that is well worth consciously engaging with.

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Forest witch Autumn morning Routine | Cosy vibes

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Spiritual Unite: MEANING OF PEACOCK FEATHER – PHYSICAL AND SPIRITUAL

The meaning of the peacock feather holds important symbolism for many cultures across the globe.

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ThoughtCo: A Year of Pagan Sabbat Rituals

As the Wheel of the Year turns and the eight NeoPagan Sabbats pass by, many people like to celebrate with special ceremonies and rituals. Learn about the different Sabbats, what they mean, and how you can celebrate with your group or as a solitary practitioner.

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Journey Into Dreams: DESK DREAM MEANING

When you dream of a desk, it may symbolize your need to organize things in your life. It may also represent work that is waiting for you or a project that needs completion.

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MBG: How Each Sign Should Handle This Mercury Rx (The Last Of 2021)

Mercury is the planet that governs communication, travel, and technology, and when it goes retrograde (aka appears to be moving backward in the sky), all things Mercury-related can go a bit haywire.

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Boosting Your Air Element Herbs and Crystals for Creativity, Calm, Confidence and Communication

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Elephant Journal: Daydreaming: How Drifting off Daily can Make us Happier.

Have you ever been homesick for a place that no longer exists? A place your mind wanders to as a safe haven?
Maybe it’s not a place, but a person.

When life gets crazy and we are running a marathon on the hamster wheel called life, I occasionally find myself pulled into a place just like that. A place that only exists in my head, inside my memories, and inside my heart.

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Treehugger: Biscayne National Park: 10 Facts About This Natural Treasure Trovel

Arriving at Biscayne National Park, with its vast mangrove forests and peaceful waters, it’s hard to believe that the still scenery is so close to bustling Miami.

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EarthSky News: Moon In Gemini Before Dawn September 29 And 30

Last quarter moon in Gemini
On the mornings of September 29 and 30, 2021, you can see the moon near the two brightest stars of the constellation Gemini the Twins. These stars are Castor and Pollux. The moon will reach its last quarter phase in front of Gemini on September 29 at 01:57 UTC. By clocks in North America, that translates to the evening of September 28. A last quarter moon is a waning moon. So the September 28-29 moon will look half-illuminated, like half a pie. And the next night’s moon will look slimmer, like a fat crescent

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Patheos-Pagan: A Witch’s Walk of Balance
LAURA TEMPEST ZAKROFF

if you’ve been reading this blog for a awhile, you know I’m not much of a Sabbat-oriented Witch. As in, my practice isn’t centered around celebrating specific days,

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Grounding Work for Your Spiritual Journey, Luck and Protection| Yeyeo Botanica

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Inner Journey:

VALUING ALL WORK

“We honor life when we work. The type of work is not important: the fact of work is. All work feeds the soul if it is honest and done to the best of our abilities and if it brings joy to others.”
— Matthew Fox

What value do we unconsciously (or consciously) place on different kinds of work? How do we rank the status of different jobs? How much more do we value the big- paying jobs over others?

Just as we need to honour ourselves for doing what needs to be done, we can equally honour all others who look after life through their efforts, no matter what they may be. We can release judgment that assigns more importance to some occupations than others.

“Now in order that people may be happy in their work, these three things are needed: They must be fit for it: they must not do too much of it: and they must have a sense of success in it — not a doubtful sense, such as needs some testimony of others for its confirmation, but a sure sense, or rather knowledge, that so much work has been done well, and fruitfully done, whatever the world may say or think about it.”
— John Ruskin

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Even when the earth suddenly shakes, tides unexpectedly surge, and all hope seems lost, in the split second that follows, I have a brand new plan, I know what we’ll do, and I’ve got the pedal to the metal.

Just get back in your saddle and ride,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake Enchiladas

You’ve never had a pumpkin spice treat like this before… pumpkin cheesecake meets pleasantly crispy churro! A creamy, sweet, lightly-spiced filling pairs well with a crispy tortilla in this simple, fall-ready dessert enchilada.

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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

Tuesday is ruled by Mars. Today’s energies align with all things masculine such as conflict, physical endurance and strength, lust, hunting, sports, and all types of competition. It can also be used for rituals involving surgical procedures or political ventures.

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Daily Wisdom
September 28, 2021

Perseverance
“Entrepreneurs average 3.8 failures before final success. What sets the successful ones apart is their amazing persistence. There are a lot of people out there with good and marketable ideas, but pure entrepreneurial types almost never accept defeat.”

-Lisa M. Amos

Perseverance is stick-to-it-iveness! It’s having that vision that success is not only possible, it is inevitable. It’s having the fortitude to navigate the bumps in the road, and not let those bumps become road blocks

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The High Priestess

There may be moment or two when you feel responsible for everything in the world and like it’s your duty to take care of everyone. Relax, let this wash over you, and let it go. It’s not a burden so much as a demonstration of how connected you are to the people and things in your own life, and how much you care. That’s a good thing.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post 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 September 27, 2021

Posted on September 27, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for September 27, 2021

Blessings, Cat

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September Quotes

“The last of Summer is Delight —
Deterred by Retrospect.
‘Tis Ecstasy’s revealed Review —
Enchantment’s Syndicate.

To meet it — nameless as it is —
Without celestial Mail —
Audacious as without a Knock
To walk within the Veil.”

Emily Dickinson, The Last of Summer is Delight

gardendigest.com

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September Events 2021

Sept. 2 Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins (Sept 2- 29)

Sept. 6 Labor Day/ New Moon at 5:51 pm PST/ 6:51 pm MST/ 8:51 pm EST

Sept. 20 Full Harvest Moon at 4:54 pm PST/ 5:54 pm MST/ 7:54 pm EST

Sept. 22 Mabon/ Fall Equinox/ Sun enters Libra

Sept 27 Mercury Retrograde 9Sept. 72- Oct. 18)

Sept. 30 Celtic Tree Month of Ivy begins (Sept. 30- Oct

Spirit Library: Completion & New Beginnings
Kate Spreckley

The cycles of nature introduce an awareness of change and reflects how transformation is a necessary requirement for all of life. All of nature complies and engages with these cycles upholding the law of balance within the universe. Balance is an integral part of life and in these incredible times, both our personal and collective attitudes and actions must change to ensure humanity’s survival on this planet. As such we are required to re-establish and reconnect with the cycles of nature and to engage consciously with the transformational process we are currently undergoing.

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October Plan With Me – Halloween themed stickers, planning a Samhain celebration – Magical Crafting

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Spirituality & Health:

Astrology Therapy: Can Birth Charts Help You Overcome Anxiety?

BY IRENE SHATEEVA

A chart reading doesn’t predict the future; it describes the user to themselves. The better you understand yourself—the less anxious you feel.

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ThoughtCo: Bat Magic and Folklore

In many parts of the world, once the sun begins to set, bats emerge from their resting places and zoom around outdoors, hunting for sustenance. During the Samhain season, in particular, we tend to see an abundance of decorative bats, ranging from cute to scary.

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Journey Into Dreams:EXERCISE DREAM MEANING

Exercise in our dreams is a symbol that shows how we are currently moving in life. If you dreamt of exercising, whether it was running, jogging, cycling, walking, or playing a team sport, read on to learn what it means to dream about working out and fitness.

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MBG: This Week’s Rare Transit Could Usher In Miracles, Astrologers Predict

On Monday, September 27, Mercury pivots retrograde in Libra, the sign of justice.
Fairness and equity are the name of the game, but how do we actually define these ideals? This could be a hotly contested topic starting Monday.

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Daily Magick Snippets

Besom Lore

Never give away a used broom. It bring bad luck to you and the person you gave it to.

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Viking Afterlife for Cats and Dogs

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Pioneer Thinking: Healing Power of Lavender

The relaxing, anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties of lavender make it ideal for easing both physical and mental woes.

Lavender oil has been popular since ancient times. It was the sacred scent of the Celtic month of the Willow Moon (April 25 to May 13). Picking lavender during the full moon was said to enhance its magical powers.

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Treehugger: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Facts

Located in Montrose County, Colorado, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park boasts a 53-mile-long canyon that’s one of the narrowest and deepest in the western United States. So deep, in fact, that sunlight rarely reaches the bottom—a feature that helped give it the name.

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EarthSky News: Moon, Gemini Adorn Predawn Sky

The next two mornings – September 29 and 30, 2021 – you can see see the moon near the two brightest stars of the constellation Gemini the Twins. They’re called Castor and Pollux, and they’re good stars to come to know.

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Patheos-Pagan: What It Means To Put Your Gods First
JOHN BECKETT

Last week someone asked me to intercede with the Morrigan on their behalf, mostly to help them figure out what She wants from them.

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Butterflies as Omens, Their Colors and Meanings if You Spot Them

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Inner Journey:

APPRECIATE THE MYSTERY!

“The mystery of life is not a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced.”
— Aart Van Der Leeuw

“I believe there is no source of deception in the investigation of nature which can compare with a fixed belief that certain kinds of phenomena are impossible.”
— William James

“Your theory is crazy, but it’s not crazy enough to be true.”
— Niels Bohr

“To know that we know what we know, and to know that we do not know what we do not know, that is true knowledge.”
— Copernicus

“Curiouser and curiouser!”
— Lewis Carroll

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Your heroes are your heroes because they believed they could and they dreamed they did.

You can too.

Manifesting 101,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Crunchy Walnut Artichokes with Maple Brussel Sprouts.

Let’s add different textures to complement the flavors, and experience bliss.
Cruising through social media, or perhaps it was an email from my former vegan meal kit delivery. You know, the rise in-home delivery of contents and recipes to make your own; as a pandemic brought many to their new lives indoors. And when one year, 2020, lasted 1460 days.

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Magical Correspondences for Monday

Element: Water

Deities include Artemis, Diana, Luna, Selene, Thoth

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Daily Wisdom
September 27, 2021

Perseverance“Perseverance is failing nineteen times and succeeding the twentieth.”
-Julie Andrews

We learn perseverance from an early age. When we first start to walk, we need to make several attempts before we finally get up on our feet and go somewhere. We’re met with the encouragement and support of our loved ones, but the real reward is in the freedom of being mobile. When we persevere, and reach our goal, we see that the effort we put in was worth it.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Devil

Your instincts may be heightened and a bit off today, and this could lead you to make some wrong decisions or assumptions. Then, you run the risk of pouncing on these assumptions and acting out of a bad impulse. Keep your emotions under control and back away from impulsive actions of any kind. Today they are traps that lead to embarrassment at best, and harm at worst.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post 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 September 23, 2021

Posted on September 24, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for September 24, 2021

Blessings, Cat

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September Quotes

“Autumn arrives, array’d in splendid mein;
Vines, cluster’d full, add to the beauteous scene,
And fruit-trees cloth’d profusely laden, nod,
Complaint bowing to the fertile sod.”

Farmer’s Almanac, 1818

gardendigest.com

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September Events 2021

Sept. 2 Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins (Sept 2- 29)

Sept. 6 Labor Day/ New Moon at 5:51 pm PST/ 6:51 pm MST/ 8:51 pm EST

Sept. 20 Full Harvest Moon at 4:54 pm PST/ 5:54 pm MST/ 7:54 pm EST

Sept. 22 Mabon/ Fall Equinox/ Sun enters Libra

Sept 27 Mercury Retrograde 9Sept. 72- Oct. 18)

Sept. 30 Celtic Tree Month of Ivy begins (Sept. 30- Oct

Spirit Library: Surrender Into The Flow
Kate Spreckley

The Equinox creates a potent and significant time with the incoming energies initiating a period of death and rebirth. This is a time of rapid transformation, and as such it is important that we are flexible and ready for change. We cannot predict how change will unfold but we can move with the changes and manage ourselves through the process by staying grounded and present to what is occurring in the moment.

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ThoughtCo: Consecrate Your Magical Tools

Why Consecrate?
In many modern Pagan traditions, magical tools are consecrated before use. This achieves a couple of things — one, it purifies the item before it is used to interact with the Divine. Secondly, it removes any negative energies from the tool. This is particularly handy if you aren’t sure of a tool’s past history or who owned it before it came to you.

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Journey Into Dreams: FAMILY DREAM MEANING

Dreaming about your family members can give you valuable insight into your relationships with people, as well as help you learn some important things about yourself.

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MBG: Astrologers Have Your Libra Season Game Plan—And It’s Downright Decadent

Every 30 days or so, the Sun visits a new zodiac sign. During this “season,” everyone feels the energy of this prevailing astrological sign, no matter what your Sun sign horoscope may be. The start of Libra season 2021 coincides with the autumnal equinox, when a day of more or less equal light and dark is honored as the Northern Hemisphere continues to tilt away from the Sun.

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Daily Magick Snippets

Libra (Sept. 23- Oct. 23)

Flower:Bluebell Rose

Trees: Almond, Apple, Ash, Myrtle, Poplar

Bach Flower Remedy: Scleranthus

Essential Oil: Jasmine

Planet: Venus

Lucky Day: Friday

Element: Air

source: flower and tree magic by Richard Webster

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Monsters of Japanese Mythology

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Treehugger: How Do Glaciers, Ice Sheets, and Sea Ice Differ? Definitions and Climate Change
The decline of global ice is sparking renewed “ice awareness.”

Think snow and ice can’t exist outside of the winter season? Think again.

At any given time and season, various forms of ice—including glaciers, ice sheets, and sea ice—cover about 10% of Earth’s land and water surfaces

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EarthSky News: Moon, Aldebaran, Pleiades Late Night Sept 25 To 27

Late at night on September 25, 26 and 27, 2021, watch as the waning gibbous moon sweeps in front of the constellation Taurus the Bull. You’ll be looking at late evening, or not much before midnight.

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Patheos-Pagan: A Sigil For Letting Go
TOM SWISS

In traditional East Asian medicine, autumn is tthe season associated with Metal in the “Five Elements” or “Five Phases” (wu xing).

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Pagan Playlist: Emotional Dark Music – The Eternal Forest

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Inner Journey:

APPRECIATE THE MYSTERY!

“The mystery of life is not a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced.”
— Aart Van Der Leeuw

“I believe there is no source of deception in the investigation of nature which can compare with a fixed belief that certain kinds of phenomena are impossible.”
— William James

“Your theory is crazy, but it’s not crazy enough to be true.”
— Niels Bohr

“To know that we know what we know, and to know that we do not know what we do not know, that is true knowledge.”
— Copernicus

“Curiouser and curiouser!”
— Lewis Carroll

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Imagine standing at the edge of a forest, and that you want to reach the other side.

Would you walk a straight line through it? Or, might the path meander in every possible direction, around boulders, between trees, along a stream, feeding the deer, conversing with the owls, and roasting marshmallows?

Yeah, every possible direction, because this is how things are in a forest.

Tree!

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Easy Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry

This sesame chicken stir-fry is a very tasty, yet wholesome dish.

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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

Friday is ruled by Venus. It’s energies are warm, sensuous, and fulfilling. Efforts that involve any type of pleasure, comfort, and luxury, as well as the arts, music, or aroma (incense and perfume) can be done on this day. As Venus lends its sensuous influences to the energies of this day, use it for any magical work that deals with matters of the heart.

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Daily Wisdom
September 24, 2021

Openness
“Giving opens the way for receiving.”

-Florence Scovel Shinn

We open up space in our lives when we give. And that space is filled with exactly what we need at the time. Giving without expectation creates a positive energy, it opens up a flow that allows us to accept what comes to us.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: 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 post 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 September 22, 2021

Posted on September 22, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for September 22, 2021

Good Morning & Blessed Autumn Equinox 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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September Quotes

“Smoke hangs like haze over harvested fields,
The gold of stubble, the brown of turned earth
And you walk under the red light of fall
The scent of fallen apples, the dust of threshed grain
The sharp, gentle chill of fall.
Here as we move into the shadows of autumn
The night that brings the morning of spring
Come to us, Lord of Harvest
Teach us to be thankful for the gifts you bring us …”

Autumn Equinox Ritual

gardendigest.com

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September Events 2021

Sept. 2 Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins (Sept 2- 29)

Sept. 6 Labor Day/ New Moon at 5:51 pm PST/ 6:51 pm MST/ 8:51 pm EST

Sept. 20 Full Harvest Moon at 4:54 pm PST/ 5:54 pm MST/ 7:54 pm EST

Sept. 22 Mabon/ Fall Equinox/ Sun enters Libra

Sept 27 Mercury Retrograde 9Sept. 72- Oct. 18)

Sept. 30 Celtic Tree Month of Ivy begins (Sept. 30- Oct

LearnReligions: The Magical Energy of Apples

Apples are found in the mythology and legends of many cultures around the world. This shouldn’t come as a surprise, since apples have been around for a very long time—petrified apple fragments dating back as far as five thousand years ago have been discovered! According to pomologists

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Mabon 🍁 The Autumn Equinox | How to celebrate | Simple ideas, DIYs & Rituals

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“The Druids call this celebration, Mea’n Fo’mhair, and honor the Green Man, the God of the Forest, by offering libations to trees.
Offerings of ciders, wines, herbs and fertilizer are appropriate at this time…. Mabon is considered a time of the Mysteries. It is
a time to honor Aging Deities and the Spirit World….”

Mabon by Akasha

gardendigest.com

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ThoughtCo: Grapevine Legends and Lore

Much like the apple, the grape is one of those fruits that has a significant amount of magic associated with it. First and foremost, the grape harvest—and the wine that it produces—has been associated with fertility deities like Egypt’s Hathor, the lusty Roman Bacchus, and his Greek counterpart, Dionysus.

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Pagan Playlist:Mabon

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“The tale of Mabon of Modron, the Welsh God, (the “great son of the great mother”), also known as the Son of Light, the Young Son, or Divine Youth, is celebrated. The Equinox is also the birth of Mabon, from his mother Modron, the Guardian of the Outerworld, the Healer, the Protector, the Earth. Mabon was taken after he is a mere three nights old (some variations of the legend say he is taken after three years). Through the wisdom of the living animals — the Stag, Blackbird, Owl, Eagle and Salmon — Mabon is freed from his mysterious captivity. All the while Mabon had rested within his mother’s womb; a place of nurturing and challenge. With strength and lessons gained within the magickal Outerworld (Modron’s womb), Mabon is soon reborn as his mother’s Champion, the Son of Light, wielding the strength and wisdom acquired during his captivity.”

Joyous Mabon
gardendigest.com

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DIY Decor for Mabon! Witchcraft-Wicca-Magic-Pagan-Witch-Sigils-Fall Equinox- Autumn Equinox

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Elephant Journal: Learn to Let Go Through the Power of the Fall Equinox.

Autumn is a time to harvest the fruits of your work and your life.
It’s also a powerful period of transformation and letting go.

Autumn offers a special gift from the trees: the splendor of transforming foliage. A light show of blazing red, orange, and golden leaves enchants many locations, a feast for an empath’s senses.

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Exemplore; 7 Crystals to Use for Mabon
CLAIRE

Mabon, also known as the autumn equinox, is the second harvest festival in the pagan wheel of the year. At this time all or the majority of grain crops have been harvested and stored for winter, and there is an abundance of fruits and vegetables. This is a time of plenty, gratitude, celebrating the stability of home and hearth, and sharing our bounty with those who are less fortunate.

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EarthSky News: Equinox Sun Is Over Earth’s Equator

The 2020 autumnal equinox for the Northern Hemisphere (spring equinox for the Southern Hemisphere) happens on Tuesday, September 22, at 19:21 UTC. At this special moment – the instant of the September equinox – the sun is at zenith, or straight overhead, as seen from Earth’s equator.

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Patheos-Pagan: Between Two Worlds: Blessed by the Goddess
BRIANNE RAVEN WOLF

I have been Blessed by the Goddess. In more ways that I could have ever imagined. She has been there beside me through thick and thin.

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Pagan Playlist: Lisa Thiel – Mabon (Autumn Equinox)

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Inner Journey: Are You Aware

“The capacity for delight is the gift of paying attention.”
— Julie Cameron

How aware are you of:

your senses?
your body — its condition, needs and wisdom?
your fears?
your defences – how you hide what you’re really feeling?
your self talk?
your beliefs and their power to create your reality?
your passions?
your purpose?

Go on a treasure hunt to discover your authentic self and the truth of life in and around you!

“Relative to the level of awareness that is possible for us, our ordinary state of consciousness is as far from a direct experience of reality as sleep is from waking consciousness.”
— Don Richard Riso & Russ Hudson

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Has anyone ever told you, that you have a knack for making people feel special?

Important? Like they really matter?

I should know.

A million thanks, “dude”

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Vegetable-Fruit Purees for Fall

As summer fades into fall, apples and squash are not only healthful but plentiful. Cooked together, their rich flavors and compatible textures blend well for a vegetable purée side dish.

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Magical Correspondences for Mabon

September 22, 2021

Colors: All shades of red, gold, brown, rust

Deities: All harvest deities, Earth Mother/Sky Father, Persephone, Epona, Greenman, Mabon

Symbols: acorns, dried flowers, pine cones, chrysanthemums, ferns, ivy. cornucopia, Indian corn, grapes and grains.

Food & Drink: Wine, ground veggies (potatoes, onions etc), beans, squash and multi-grain breads

Herbs: marigold, sage, myrrh, honeysuckle, rose, sweetgrass

Sacred Stones: All yellow stones, Lapis, multi colored agates

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Daily Tarot: Mabon/Autumn Equinox Tarot Spread

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post 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 September 21, 2021

Posted on September 21, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for September 21, 2021

Blessings, Cat

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September Quotes

“the air is different today
the wind sings with a new tone
sighing of changes
coming
the harvest gathered
a flower, a nut
some mead, and bread
a candle and a prayer
returning the fruits
in thanksgiving
to the grove
and receiving
it’s blessing
again”

Rhawk, Alban Elfed

gardendigest.com

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September Events 2021

Sept. 2 Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins (Sept 2- 29)

Sept. 6 Labor Day/ New Moon at 5:51 pm PST/ 6:51 pm MST/ 8:51 pm EST

Sept. 20 Full Harvest Moon at 4:54 pm PST/ 5:54 pm MST/ 7:54 pm EST

Sept. 22 Mabon/ Fall Equinox/ Sun enters Libra

Sept 27 Mercury Retrograde 9Sept. 72- Oct. 18)

Sept. 30 Celtic Tree Month of Ivy begins (Sept. 30- Oct)

Nature Witchcraft: Transferring a Tree Spirit, A Ritual For Fallen Trees

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Spiritual Unite: RED CARDINAL MEANING: SPIRITUAL SYMBOLISM WHEN YOU SEE A RED CARDINAL
The Red Cardinal is a North American bird that has been associated with spirituality. Red Cardinals are known to have spiritual meaning in many cultures, as well as Native American tribes

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ThoughtCo: Mabon (Autumn Equinox) Folklore and Traditions

Interested in learning about some of the traditions behind the celebrations of the autumn equinox? Find out why Mabon is important, learn about the legend of Persephone and Demeter, the symbolism of stags, acorns and oaks, and explore the magic of apples and more!

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Journey Into Dreams: GOATS DREAM MEANING

Goats can mean many things in our dreams. They can represent our stubbornness, our playfulness, as well as our ability to adapt to new situations. Let’s look at some of the ways we can dream about goats and what it means!

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Daily Magick Snippets: Magickal Names From Stones

Aquamarine: (pale to medium blue-green)
This name is good for people ruled by a water sign or drawn to the ocean. It is also a good name for someone who tends toward desparation and feelings of inadequacy. This name can help you realize your own self worth or for someone who has made a major transformation in their life.

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Dark Academia Witch Crafts part ii 🕯 𝔥𝔬𝔪𝔢𝔪𝔞𝔡𝔢 𝔠𝔞𝔫𝔡𝔩𝔢𝔰, 𝔴𝔦𝔱𝔠𝔥 𝔰𝔞𝔩𝔱, 𝔯𝔦𝔱𝔲𝔞𝔩 𝔬𝔦𝔩

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Spirituality & Health: Do a Sacred Home Cleanse Using Vibrational Energy Clearing

by Shannon Kaiser

Just like our physical bodies, our homes can become cluttered with energy that doesn’t serve us.

When you think of your wellbeing tool kit, supplements, plant-based meals, exercise, and meditation are probably among the first things that come to mind, but do you focus on the wellbeing for your home? Just like our physical bodies, our homes can become cluttered with energy that doesn’t serve us. Using vibrational energy healing to harness the power of harmony can help recalibrate and balance your space.

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Treehugger: 20 Amazing Desert Plants and Where to Spot Them Around the World

A third of the world’s land surface is covered by desert. Some of the driest places on Earth are also home to some of the most intriguing plants in the world.

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EarthSky News: Gamma Cephei, The Future North Star

Gamma Cephei, also called Errai, is a moderately bright 3rd-magnitude star in the northern constellation Cepheus the King. Cepheus looks like a child’s depiction of a house, with Gamma Cephei marking the peak of the roof. This fascinating star has played a major role in our understanding of exoplanets, especially in multiple star systems. Interestingly, by 4,000 CE, Gamma Cephei will move into position – due to the Earth’s axial precession – to become our North Star.

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Patheos-Pagan: The Pew Doors of St. Cuthbert’s – A Cautionary Tale for Us All
JOHN BECKETT

What happens when we cling to religious edifices from a bygone era even though they cause more harm than good in our times? Here’s an interesting story that serves as an illustration, and as a cautionary tale for all of us.

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Pagan Playlist: Karliene – Beren and Lúthien

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Higher Awareness

DO YOU GIVE TO GET?

“I have sensed a growing discontent amongst many who are on their spiritual path. A common theme appears to be — ‘I have been serving God for so long and have given up so much and it has been such a struggle — when am I going to get my reward?’”
— Wendy Munroe

It’s interesting to become aware of how we participate in the dynamic exchange of giving and receiving. When we give, do we do so whole-heartedly? Or do we do so with the ulterior motive of wanting something in return?

It’s not wise to be always looking for a deal. The universe never short-changes us. We can afford to be generous. When something of value is given, something of value must be returned.

“It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.”
— Mother Teresa

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

Appreciating what you have little of is easy

Appreciating what you have lots and lots of takes a spiritual master.

And you so have lots,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Nana’s Apple Crumble

A family favorite, this apple crumble was originally my grandmother Hazel’s recipe which my mom made on a regular basis. She would make two at a time to take to sick or shut-in friends, or to potlucks. There is never any left. Serve warm with French vanilla yogurt.

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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

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

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Daily Wisdom
September 21, 2021

Openness

“Change is the watchword of progression. When we rite of well-worn ways, we seek for new. This restless craving in the souls of men spurs them to climb, and to seek the mountain view.”

-Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Being open means being open to change. Change shakes up the old and moves life forward. Change helps to broaden our horizons and gives us a chance to experience new things.

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: The Lovers

Indecision is not necessarily a bad thing, but taken to extremes it can make you pessimistic and defeatist. Take the time you need to make the choices you need but don’t get bogged down and grind to a halt. Take yourself in hand and refuse to feel helpless in the face of a challenging (or tempting) situation. Refuse to be rushed by anyone, too.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post 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 September 17, 2021

Posted on September 17, 2021 by Cat

Cat’s Morning Bits for September 17, 2021

Blessings, Cat

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September Quotes

“The morrow was a bright September morn;
The earth was beautiful as if newborn;
There was nameless splendor everywhere,
That wild exhilaration in the air,
Which makes the passers in the city street
Congratulate each other as they meet.”

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

gardendigest.com

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September Events 2021

Sept. 2 Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins (Sept 2- 29)

Sept. 6 Labor Day/ New Moon at 5:51 pm PST/ 6:51 pm MST/ 8:51 pm EST

Sept. 20 Full Harvest Moon at 4:54 pm PST/ 5:54 pm MST/ 7:54 pm EST

Sept. 22 Mabon/ Fall Equinox/ Sun enters Libra

Sept 27 Mercury Retrograde 9Sept. 72- Oct. 18)

Sept. 30 Celtic Tree Month of Ivy begins (Sept. 30- Oct

Spirit Library: Full Attention is Demanded (a message from Kate Spreckley)

We are living in a phenomenal time where our full attention is being demanded as the incoming energies work to bring about something totally new and unprecedented within ourselves and our world. The individual shifts and changes occurring now are stoking the fires of our collective transformation awakening us all to a new vision of a new world. We are being pushed beyond what has previously been known and as the old continues to collapse a new and fertile landscape will be revealed.

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Grounding Work for your Spiritual Journey| Yeyeo Botanica

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Spiritual Unite: WHAT IS THE SPIRITUAL SYMBOLISM OF AN OWL?
Owls are one of the most popular animals in spiritual culture. They have been used for centuries to symbolize wisdom and knowledge because of their keen eyesight, which is said to give them insight into hidden things.

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ThoughtCo: Mabon Ritual To Honor the Dark Mother

Demeter and Persephone are strongly connected to the time of the Autumn Equinox. When Hades abducted Persephone, it set in motion a chain of events that eventually led to the earth falling into darkness each winter.

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Journey Into Dreams: HAMMER DREAM MEANING AND SYMBOLISM

A hammer is a tool that we can use to nail things together or break things apart. Dreaming about a hammer can mean that you need to look at your life objectively

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MBG: Soul Retrieval: 7 Signs Your Soul Is “Lost” & How To Get It Back

If you believe that each of us has a soul, you might be interested in the concept that souls can become “lost,” or at least fragmented in a way that leaves one feeling incomplete, often due to trauma.

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Spirituality & Health: 20 Affirmations for Empaths Who Feel the Pain of the World

Self-care reminder: Just because you feel it doesn’t mean you’re responsible for it.

Do you often feel deeply attuned to the feelings of people around you? For example, when someone smiles and says they’re fine, perhaps you know they really aren’t?

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Treehugger: The World’s Loneliest Tree Holds Court on a New Zealand Island

If you scan satellite imagery of Campbell Island, the largest of New Zealand’s southernmost subantarctic island group, it won’t be long until you come across what’s been designated “the world’s loneliest tree.”

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EarthSky News: What Are Red Giants?

A red giant is a star in its death stages. It has slowly swollen up to many times its original size. Once at the red giant stage, a star might stay that way for up to a billion years. Then the star will slowly contract and cool to become a white dwarf:

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Patheos-Pagan: The White Spring
ANNWYN AVALON

Many people know of the magic of Glastonbury and the magic of Chalice Well located there, but not as many know that just a few feet away is another sacred water source.

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Pagan Playlist: Fantasy Celtic Music – Heart of Fire

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Inner Journey:

FORGIVENESS BRINGS JOY

“The greatest evil that can befall man is that he should come to think ill of himself.”
— Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe

Do you feel worthy of having joy? Do you feel you deserve it?

The first step to activating our inner joy is to eliminate the blocks to it. We can start by truly forgiving ourselves and all others. Forgiveness calls for a shift in our perception. It is easier to forgive ourselves and others when we really understand that each of us has always done the very best we knew to do at that time.

“If we don’t forgive ourselves for our mistakes, and others for the wounds they have inflicted upon us, we end up crippled with guilt. And the soul cannot grow under a blanket of guilt, because guilt is isolating, while growth is a gradual process of reconnection to ourselves, to other people, and to a larger whole.”
— Joan Borysenko

higherawareness.com

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A Note from the Universe

What do you give someone who already has it all, forever and ever?

Did you just say, “How about the fleeting illusion they don’t have it all, to create a sense of adventure, to fill their days with drama, and to impose upon them the almost unbearable lightness of being that all angels feel when dancing in time and space… dude”?

Or was that “dude” actually a “duh”?

Thank you for being a friend,

The Universe

tut.com

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Today’s Recipe: Coconut/Nut/Date Rolls

These make a really sweet all natural treat that almost all can enjoy… excepting those with nut allergies… but you can always skip the nut adding… though they are better with the nuts…

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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

Friday is ruled by Venus. It’s energies are warm, sensuous, and fulfilling. Efforts that involve any type of pleasure, comfort, and luxury, as well as the arts, music, or aroma (incense and perfume) can be done on this day. As Venus lends its sensuous influences to the energies of this day, use it for any magical work that deals with matters of the heart.

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Daily Wisdom
September 17, 2021

Reliability
“Champions take responsibility. When the ball is coming over the net, you can be sure I want the ball.”

-Billie Jean King

Being reliable is being a champion. It’s being strong, and confident in our abilities. It’s accepting challenges and rising to the occasion. It’s taking on life in partnership with the universe knowing that we can handle whatever comes our way

-Lissa Coffey coffeytalk.com

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Daily Tarot: Temperance

Patience is your secret weapon to face down all obstacles today. Take your good old time to make sure you understand what needs to be done, for whom, why, and how. This methodical approach may not be your natural or favorite one, and it might annoy someone who has a different opinion of how urgent the issue is. Nonetheless, patience will get you through the day with fewer, if any, mishaps.

astrology.com

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About Cat’s Morning Bits: These daily post 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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