By S.F. Skyheart - September 2, 2024
This month's new moon is exact today at 8:56 PM CT in Virgo. A new moon is the start of a new lunar cycle. It broadly represents a clean slate, but when the new moon is in Virgo, it influences this new beginning with practical thinking and reflection on our path thus far. It's a great time to consider what we've brought to fruition and to ask ourselves strategy-oriented questions such as: What's next? Where do I want to go from here? What small steps can I take to reach my bigger goals?Where can I best put my energy?What skills do ...
By S.F. Skyheart - August 23, 2024
Happy Birthday Virgos!Virgos are known for their service to others, oddball humor, analytical minds, and perfection in details--they're often great with expert repair like wiring, plumbing, or surgical procedures. If you have a Virgo sun, moon, or ascendant, you probably follow the rules or instructions first before experimenting with your own ways in creative, academic, and competitive endeavors.VIRGO SUN: Your life purpose is to work on things that have meaningful and tangible value for yourself and the world. In other words, you're not here to waste time on frivolous "busy work" that doesn't make your life or the lives of ...
By S.F. Skyheart - August 19, 2024
This month's full moon is in Aquarius, exact today at 1:25 PM CT. It is also considered by many astrologers to be a "super blue moon" because it is the third of four full moons in a season (blue moon) and the moon is closest to the Earth (super moon). When the moon is in Aquarius, we can experience new and unexpected things, redirections, and sudden pivots on our path. If we are open to seeing situations that need improvement or refinement, this is a time where we'll discover new solutions and innovative solutions. This Aquarian lunar influence is especially beneficial for ...
By S.F. Skyheart - August 8, 2024
According to the Celtic Tree Calendar, the period from August 8 - September 4 is associated with Ivy.Ivy is an evergreen climber that always reaches for the light, growing in a spiral, up and around anything it can hang onto, such as trees, stone or brick walls, fences, or along the ground. Its leaves are often variegated and grow in three prongs. It is native to Eurasia and northwestern Africa but was introduced to Australia and North America centuries ago. Ivy is of major ecological importance because its nectar and fruit are produced when other food sources are scarce. The ...
By S.F. Skyheart - August 8, 2024
The names of the Celtic tree months come from some of the letters of the Ogham.
The Ogham is an ancient alphabet believed to have originated in the 4th century (possibly as early as the 1st) in what is now the southwest region of Ireland. The Celtic month of Ivy, August 8 - September 4, is associated with:Ogham: Gort – (gor' it) represents the labyrinth into our heart center, the spiral to our inner knowing, the path of our soul. Gort is the Irish name of the twelfth letter of the Ogham alphabet, meaning "field", which is closely related to Welsh garth meaning "garden."The energy ...
By S.F. Skyheart - August 8, 2024
Each of the Celtic trees correlates with a Rune. Runes are a twenty-four letter alphabet, originating with Germanic tribes as early as the 2nd century. Runic glyphs were carved or etched into bone, wood, leather, jewelry, tools, weapons, and stone. Norse and Viking runic artifacts dating as far back as the 9th century have been found in several Northern European and Scandinavian countries, Russia, Turkey and North America. Notably, runes found in Canada and the United States pre-date Columbus by several hundred years, so he was definitely not the first visitor.The Celtic month of Ivy, August 8 - September 4, ...
By S.F. Skyheart - August 8, 2024
Each of the Celtic trees correlates with an animal symbol. The Celtic month of Ivy, occurring from August 8 to September 4, is associated with: Animal: Spider According to The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit deck, the spider is an ingenious creator of prosperity through life's work. Its greatest gift is weaving the thread of dharma into a vast intricate web that supports the spider and those around it, both financially and spiritually. It is hard work, but the spider neither tires nor becomes impatient. It reminds us that creativity is everywhere. Be process-oriented rather than results-oriented, and soon your "work" becomes ...
By S.F. Skyheart - August 8, 2024
Each of the Celtic trees correlates with a crystal or stone. The Celtic month of Ivy, August 8 - September 4, is associated with: Stone: Opal Opal induces psychic visions, amplifies thoughts and feelings, releases inhibitions, facilitates loyalty, encourages spontaneity, and brings things to the surface for transformation. It vibrates to the number eight, and is especially helpful for Scorpio, Cancer, Libra, and Pisces. There are several types of opal, each of which has additional properties and qualities:Blue Opal - helpful in speaking your mind without fear, belief in yourself, finding like-minded people, facilitates trance states, and assists with ...
By S.F. Skyheart - August 8, 2024
The Celtic month of Ivy, August 8 - September 4, is associated with: Symbol: Labyrinth A Labyrinth is usually an outdoor spiral path made of plants, stone, or brick, which is used for walking mediation and contemplation. These types of structures can be found all over the world on ancient artifacts and in historical sites, as well as in modern tattoos, art, and therapeutic areas such as healing gardens and retreat centers.In Greek mythology, the Labyrinth was a complex, disorienting maze designed by Daedalus for King Minos. Its purpose was to cage the Minotaur, but Daedalus had so ...
By S.F. Skyheart - August 4, 2024
August's new moon is in Leo, exact today at 6:13 AM CT. The Leo moon may be a day of fun, as it encourages playfulness, spontaneity, and connection with our "inner child," and I like to include "inner teen" as well because we experience great change during adolescence and for many of us, it is a time of deep wounds. Self-expression may come easier at this time, especially regarding creative endeavors and revealing true feelings about a situation. Be clear and calm in communication to avoid extra drama with someone who may have unhealthy patterns. Embrace present moment-ness by spending time with ...