The Nineth Day of Christmas, Sagittarius

The Nineth Day of Christmas, Sagittarius

Each of the 12 Days of Christmas – December 26 until January 6 – corresponds to a sign of the Zodiac in the coming year. This is the nineth day of Christmas, corresponding to Sagittarius,  (approximately) November 21 – December 21. It is an auspicious time to observe what happens on this day, make note of your dreams, use your foresight and take this quiet time to plan that month ahead. To prime the pump of your imagination you can engage in some Sagittarius type activities like go on a long trip, pray and meditate. (more…)

The Eighth Day of Christmas, Scorpio

The Eighth Day of Christmas, Scorpio

Each of the 12 Days of Christmas – December 26 until January 6 – corresponds to a sign of the Zodiac in the coming year. This is the eighth day of Christmas, corresponding to Scorpio,  (approximately) October 21 – November 21. It is an auspicious time to observe what happens on this day, make note of your dreams, use your foresight and take this quiet time to plan that month ahead. To prime the pump of your imagination you can engage in some Scorpio type activities like let go of toxic emotions, make  love, talk with your ancestors. (more…)

The Seventh Day of Christmas, Libra

The Seventh Day of Christmas, Libra

Each of the 12 Days of Christmas – December 26 until January 6 – corresponds to a sign of the Zodiac in the coming year. This is the seventh day of Christmas, corresponding to Libra,  (approximately) September 21 – October 21. It is an auspicious time to observe what happens on this day, make note of your dreams, use your foresight and take this quiet time to plan that month ahead. To prime the pump of your imagination you can engage in some Libra type activities like practice balance in your relationships, be with other people.

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The Sixth Day of Christmas, Virgo

The Sixth Day of Christmas, Virgo

Each of the 12 Days of Christmas – December 26 until January 6 – corresponds to a sign of the Zodiac in the coming year. This is the sixth day of Christmas, corresponding to Virgo,  (approximately) August 21 – September 21. It is an auspicious time to observe what happens on this day, make note of your dreams, use your foresight and take this quiet time to plan that month ahead. To prime the pump of your imagination you can engage in some Virgo type activities like help someone, eat well, exercise, or talk with your mentor.

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337 December 31, front

The Fifth Day of Christmas, Leo

The Fifth Day of Christmas, Leo

Each of the 12 Days of Christmas – December 26 until January 6 – corresponds to a sign of the Zodiac in the coming year. This is the fifth day of Christmas, corresponding to Leo,  (approximately) July 21 – August 21. It is an auspicious time to observe what happens on this day, make note of your dreams, use your foresight and take this quiet time to plan that month ahead. To prime the pump of your imagination you can engage in some Leo type activities like create something, play with kids, be with your lover.
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The Third Day of Christmas, Gemini

The Third Day of Christmas, Gemini

Each of the 12 Days of Christmas – December 26 until January 6 – corresponds to a sign of the Zodiac in the coming year. This is the third day of Christmas, corresponding to Gemini,  (approximately) May 21 – June 21. It is an auspicious time to observe what happens on this day, make note of your dreams, use your foresight and take this quiet time to plan that month ahead. To prime the pump of your imagination you can engage in some Gemini type activities like read, think, take a short trip, communicate in some way. (more…)

The Second Day of Christmas, Taurus

The Second Day of Christmas, Taurus

Each of the 12 Days of Christmas – December 26 until January 6 – corresponds to a sign of the Zodiac in the coming year. This is the second day of Christmas, corresponding to Taurus,  (approximately) April 21 – May 21. It is an auspicious time to observe what happens on this day, make note of your dreams, use your foresight and take this quiet time to plan that month ahead. To prime the pump of your imagination you can engage in some Taurus type activities like appreciate beauty, relax and do something special for your body. (more…)

The First Day of Christmas, Aries

The First Day of Christmas, Aries

Each of the 12 Days of Christmas – December 26 until January 6 – corresponds to a sign of the Zodiac in the coming year. This is the first day of Christmas, corresponding to Aries,  (approximately) March 21 – April 21. It is an auspicious time to observe what happens on this day, make note of your dreams, use your foresight and take this quiet time to plan that month ahead. To prime the pump of your imagination you can engage in some Aries type activities like explore, be courageous, initiate a project. (more…)

The Most Potent Days of the Year

The Most Potent Days of the Year

Now we arrive at the most potent days of the year, at least if you are Celtic. In ancient tribal times in Ireland & elsewhere, the cycles of time  were  based on natural elements and the moon, and divided into 13 months of 28 days. Each month was named for a tree, also the Tree Alphabet, or the Irish Ogham. Each month also had associations of animals and plants.  To reckon for the extra day, December 23 became the Day out of Time, the most special and mysterious day of the year. (more…)

Around the World Preparations for Solstice

Around the World Preparations for Solstice

Around the world folks are making preparations for Solstice. Read in the postcard below about the Latvian Festival, Greetings to Four Brothers. House cleaning, decorating and preparing special food are a common thread cross-culturally – I love how that makes us similar in intent to welcome the light. The 18th is also the birthday of of Paul Klee, one of my favorite artists, he got me hooked on the color salmon. (more…)