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November
Tues 5 : New Moon

Wed 20 : Lunar Eclipse : Penumbral (not visible in Aust.) 11.34am : When a lunar eclipse occurs, the earth is passing between the Sun and the Moon, creating a Full Moon as we experience every month - but in this case, the alignment is perfect - the occultation of the Moon complete. The intensity of the Full Moon is great, yet she is totally covered for about an hour by the earth's shadow. The Sun and Moon are occupying opposite Astrological signs, therefore emphasizing the particular polarity inherent in those signs.

During the period of occultation, the Moon's reassuring light is temporarily suspended and withheld. We experience a crisis of lack, and the particular sort of lack depends universally upon the astrological sign in which the eclipse occurs, and personally upon the natal astrological house (realm of influence), as well as the major aspects made to natal planets.

This eclipse is particularly relationship oriented - and our connections with others can be severed, challenged, or suddenly welded together as the shock calls one to action. We may deeply consider our feelings and needs within the context of the house, sign and planetary aspects affected. To fully appreciate the potential in the lunar eclipse, we must explore both houses and signs that are brought into play. Where the Moon is - we can confront our demons, old habits and fears, and where the Sun is we may find the means to embrace a release from whatever bondage we experience in life through our creative efforts. In any event, there are opportunities for deeper understanding, and finding a balance in our lives.

Wed 20 : Full Moon : Flower Moon SH : Mourning Moon NH (Moon in Taurus)
[SH=Southern Hemisphere, NH=Northern Hemisphere]

Flower Moon : This month, we honor the union of the God and Goddes and the life that springs forth. For this ritual, decorate your altar with a purple cloth, a chalice of wine, your athame (knife or wand), and two green candles. Arrange armfuls of flowers around the altar. Invoke the God and Goddess. Sense the energy of the Goddess and Her mate, and draw that power into yourself. Feel their connection as they embrace. As the energy builds, hold the athame over the chalice, focusing on its symbolic connection to the phallus of the God. Plunge the tip slowely into the chalice, which represents the vagina of the Goddess, and say:

"As this athame enters the wine,
So the God enters the Goddess
Their mating brings life to the Earth."

When finished, sip the wine and feel their power and passion within you. Offer the rest as a libation to the Earth. Affirmation for the Flower Moon: I am filled with strength and passion.

Mourning Moon : On Samhain we remember our ancestors and mourn those we have lost. On the Mourning Moon, we reconnect with our roots so that we may be strong through the winter months. Lay a black cloth on your altar. Decorate with autumn leaves, gourds, orange candles, a mirror, a plate of cookies, a bottle or port wine, and pictures of your ancestors, your beloved pets who have crossed over, and anyone you might care to remember who has made the transformation from life to death.

On the night of the Full Moon, cast a circle and light the candles. Invoke your chosen gods. Focus on each picture, thinking about how that person touched your life, in ways both good and bad. Give thanks for the lessons and joys each person taught you. Toast them, and when you are

done, leave the wine and cookies on the altar for the dead to feast on, and in the morning, leave the food and drink in a sacred spot for the Earth to reclaim them. Affirmation for the Mourning Moon: I learn and frow from the past.

Moon in Taurus : Your emotional reactions are calm and steady, and you shy away from confrontation. However, if you feel very strongly about something, you will stubbornly defend your position - never backing down. You need a serene environment. You have a melodious voice and musical talent. You nurture others by providing for their needs. You need a relationship with your mother that is peaceful, calm and secure.

Fri 22 : Sun in Sagittarius :
When the Sun is in Sagittarius, adventure finds a way into our otherwise routine and busy lives. This Fire Sign energy compels us to explore farther away from our homes and habits, to speak to those we might otherwise avoid out of apathy or anxiety, to create our own history by taking chances and making bold choices. Creativity and storytelling thrive under this Sign's influence, as Jupiter, a benevolent planet of good fortune and philosophy, rules it. Conversely, during this freewheeling time, you may have a hard time settling down to work or putting up with a schedule or deadlines. And you may be feeling dogmatic, too. As a Mutable Sign, though, Sagittarius will be adaptable and willing to listen to other sides of an argument. Watch for broken bones or mishaps with this increased sense of adventure, courage and determination. On the whole, Sagittarius is an exploratory, optimistic energy. Put it to good use!

A good time for:
Travel and adventure of all kinds
Seeing and believing the best in people
Reading and deep thought

Crystal Focus >>
Each month we are going to focus on a different crystal to help you become acquainted with their elements and how they can help you.

Cavansite

Cavansite crystallises in the orthorhombic system with the colour ranging from green-blue to ink blue.

This mineral has been used to stimulate the intuition, to instill second-sight, and to activate channeling abilities. It is an excelent stone for psychic healing and to provie protection during same such that the dis-ease will not have the ability to return.

It can also be used to enable the focusing of the intuitive self, via the third-eye, at the etheric level, to induce to memory the portions of ones life or character which require attention.

It has been used to bring thoughtfulness to ones environment and to stimulate the pensive action which precedes unwarranted reaction. It prompts reflection, inspires conception of new ideas, and assists in the removal of faulty thoughts and beliefs.

Cavansite has been used in gridding activities to further the instinct and to modify deleterious behaviour patterns.

This mineral has been used in the treatment of disorders of the eye, the teeth (bone loss associations) and the blood. It can be used to assist in the release of endorphins, to promote helaing at the cellular level, and to stabalise the pulse rate.

Astological Sign: Aquarius
Vibrates to a #5 *

* see May Newsletter to work this number out