Card of the Day – Queen of Cups – Wednesday, January 3, 2018

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Steady as she goes! It is always a welcome sight to see the Queen of Cups show up near a Full Moon rather than the Queen of Swords. Intuition runs high today, so do rely upon yours to see you through any situation which you may encounter.

Today is our first full day of all planets being direct, and possessing the calm demeanor of the Queen of Cups can come in quite handy, especially with Uranus now in direct motion. While surprises can indeed happen, being able to keep your emotions balanced can come in very handy now. So, if out-of-the-blue events are throwing others in a tizzy, be that buoy which can go with the flow and handle anything which comes your way. Do not allow yourself to believe there is somethingbad on the horizon, because it isn’t like that. This is more about your ability to adapt…

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Very rare transpersonal hook ups

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This aspect the meeting of Venus planet of women and Pluto the lord of the underworld in Capricorn hasn’t happened in almost 250 years. Venus is set to meet up with Pluto in Capricorn behind the sun on January 9th. This clandestine affair symbolizes the rape of Persephone by Pluto.

With the recent #MeToo and Tines up campaigners this meeting symbolizes a turning of the tables.

Venus in earthy Capricorn is all practical patient earthy and world conquering.

I say Venus takes back the Night. This was a famous feminist slogan when numerous women were raped . No woman is truly safe living in the invaded state of patriarchy.

Any situation where Power has been usurped fits into the category of this monumental event.

Think about this. In the past 1000 years. Pluto and Venus have only met in Capricorn about 4 Times.

The times they are a changing wrote…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for January 03, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for January 03, 2018 — anusāsanī— instruction, teaching

Attānañce piyaṃ jaññā
na naṃ pāpena saṃyuje,
na hi taṃ sulabhaṃ hoti
sukhaṃ dukkaṭakārinā.

If you hold yourself dear
then don’t fetter yourself with evil,
for happiness isn’t easily gained
by one who commits a wrong-doing.

Saṃyutta Nikāya 1.115
Translated from Pāli by Thanissaro Bhikkhu

Lāʻau Lāpaʻau – What Is a Carrier Oil?

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A carrier oil is derived from the seed, kernel or nut of a plant. Coconut, olive, and safflower oil are all examples of carriers used to dilute essential oils before they are applied topically. These oils get their name because they “carry” the essential oil onto the skin. Diluting with a carrier oil doesn’t limit the effectiveness of your essential oils. It allows you to extend the life of your EO’s, preventing waste.

Carrier oils do not contain a concentrated aroma, although they may have a mild distinctive smell. Cold-pressed, natural and unadulterated carrier oils should be used whenever possible to keep consistent with holistic aromatherapy. Vegetable shortening, baby oil, butter, mineral oil or any other petroleum derivative should be avoided as a carrier oils. They can prevent the skin from breathing properly, cause the essential oils not to absorb, keep your body from releasing toxins and clog pores.

High quality oils found…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for January 02, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for January 02, 2018 — vijaṭeti — to disentangle, untangle, disembroil, unravel

Jayaṃ veraṃ pasavati.
Dukkhaṃ seti parājito.
Upasanto sukhaṃ seti,
hitvā jayaparājayaṃ.

Winning gives birth to hostility.
Losing, one lies down in pain.
The calmed lie down with ease,
having set winning & losing aside.

Dhammapada 15.201
Translated from Pāli by Thanissaro Bhikkhu

Card of the Day – Knight of Cups – Monday, January 1, 2018

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Happy New Year and Full Moon blessings to all! What a day! What a year! Today is the annual Full Moon in Cancer, and this one is also a Supermoon. The Knight of Cups is one of the biggest fan favorites, signalling love on its way to some. But, you know me, I have a different take on this, especially today.

Today’s Knight of Cups is a bit of a daydreamer, and why not; today is a holiday for pretty much everyone. And, even those who are working may indulge in a little bit of daydreaming as the New Year gets under way. Tomorrow, Uranus will end its retrograde, meaning that there will be ZERO retrograde planets until March 8 when Jupiter retrogrades. You will want to be very busy in the coming weeks, pursuing all of your dreams and projects. The Universe is giving you a green light to…

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Full Moon In Cancer ~ January 1st

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By Brana Mijatovic, Ph.D., Crystal Cosmopolitan

     Full Moon coinciding with the beginning of a New Year is quite a rare thing! I would not go as far as to say that it will determine the unfolding of the whole year, but it will certainly give us a big theme to develop within 2018!
     Full Moon in Cancer is asking us to take better care of ourselves and understand how important self-nourishment is. The last year has had quite a few dramatic astrological events, and this year should be somewhat calmer, at least in terms of its aspects.
     However, we have experienced what it feels like being under almost continual pressure throughout the year, and many people have experienced recurring health challenges.
     So I will keep it short and sweet — take care of yourselves and your loved ones much more than ever before. Pay…

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Presenting the retrograde / direct motion days and degrees

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For your reference – the twenty events in 2018 – listing the direct / retrograde days.

Find your natal chart, look at the degrees of your planets, the Ascendant / Descendant line and the MC/IC line. If any of these station (no apparent motion) events are within 2 degrees of these planets or lines, please research the implication of the event. Prepare as best you can, staying present and grounded.

Peace to all of us.

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Daily Words of the Buddha for January 01, 2018

Pāli Word a Day for January 01, 2018 — asaṅkhata— unconditioned, not put together, not proceeding from a cause [synonym for nibbāna]

Na paro paraṃ nikubbetha
nātimaññetha katthaci na kañci,
byārosanā paṭighasaññā
nāññamaññassa dukkhamiccheyya.

Let no one deceive another
or despise anyone anywhere,
or through anger or irritation
wish for another to suffer.

Sutta Nipāta 1.148
Translated from Pāli by Thanissaro Bhikkhu

Daily Words of the Buddha for December 30, 2017

Pāli Word a Day for December 30, 2017 — ātāpī — ardent

Anatthajanano doso,
doso cittappakopano;
bhayamantarato jātaṃ
taṃ jano nāvabujjhati.

Hate brings great misfortune,
hate churns up and harms the mind;
this fearful danger deep within
most people do not understand.

Itivuttaka 3.88
Gemstones of the Good Dhamma, compiled and translated by Ven. S. Dhammika

Foodstyles:  Hungarian Mushroom Soup with Fresh Dill

This Hungarian Mushroom Soup with Fresh Dill is creamy, with hints of smokiness and a great umami flavor. It’s the perfect bowl of soup to warm up with this winter! This past month in Portland has felt a bit like my days of living in snowy, frigid New York. The snow and ice here is out of the ordinary and I’m thanking my lucky stars that I purchased these boots in November – A birthday gift to myself. I really didn’t think I’d get much use out of them, except for when we went up to the mountains, but I’ve  […]

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