May 2008 Newsletter h

Lunabar Moon Phases

Holidays For May 2008

May Horoscopes

Taurus
(Apr. 21- may 21)
Be prepared to lose friends or alienate other people if you insist on being stub born. Be professional, and you will advance much more quickly. Someone you care about may not be too well. You will get upset over trivial matters.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Monday.

Gemini
(May 22-June 21)
Try and avoid getting involved in idle chatter or gossip that might get you in trouble. Don't overreact to someone's advances. Your home may be in an uproar and you are best to stay out of the line of fire if at all possible. It is best not to upset the apple cart if you learn information that may damage a colleague's reputation.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Wednesday.

Cancer
(June 22-July 22)
Financial limitations are likely if you take risks. Get involved in the activities of children. They will teach you far more than you expect. Don't gossip. You can complete any projects efficiently, especially if you put the effort in yourself.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Wednesday.

Leo
(July 23-Aug 22)
The stamina you possess will be apparent in your approach to your hobbies and creative projects. Don't be too critical. You may want to make changes in your home environment. Mishaps due to preoccupation will be upsetting.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Wednesday

Virgo
(Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)
Concentrate on spending quality time with children. Keep your eyes and ears alert for any evasive or deceptive statements. You can get ahead if you work diligently behind the scenes. You will be subject to pushy individuals if you get involved in uncertain organizations.
Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Saturday.

Libra
(Sept. 24 -Oct. 23)
Travel will be most enticing. Consider a cruise. Interaction with colleagues will only be upsetting. Don't hesitate to voice your opinions at a group meeting; however, keep your thoughts to yourself at home. Remember; talk to them, not at them.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sunday.

Scorpio
(Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)
Reevaluate your motives. You may have difficulties while traveling or problems dealing with close friends or relatives. You might find group functions tiring. Don't overreact if your partner has a poor attitude.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Friday.

Sagittarius
(Nov. 23 -Dec. 21)
Put your efforts into your work or money making ventures rather than your emotional life. Travel for business or pleasure will be enlightening. New love connections can be made through group associations. If they're really interested, they'll wait.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Tuesday.

Capricorn
(Dec 22.- Jan. 20)
You will have some wonderful ideas that should bring you extra money. Don't hesitate to voice your opinions at a group meeting; however, keep your thoughts to yourself at home. You may have major blowups with someone you love if you don't back down. Acceptance is the key.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Saturday.

Aquarius
(Jan. 21.- Feb. 19)Sudden romantic encounters are quite likely, but discretion will be a must. Express your interest if you want the relationship to progress. Things may not be as harmonious as you would like with colleagues or employers this month. You could do extremely well in competitive sports events.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sunday.

Pisces
(Feb. 20-Mar. 20)
You're best to channel your energy into work. You can handle situations that require contact with institutions or large corporations. You are likely to reveal information unintentionally. Insincere gestures of friendliness are likely to occur.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Tuesday.

Wicca Term of the Month

-- Wiccan festivals that are a time of rejoicing and celebration (no work should be done except in emergencies). There are 8 holy celebrations of Wicca all called Sabbats. They celebrate the astronomical occurrences of the Sun (God) and related daylight hours. [opposite of Esbat - Moon (Goddess) celebrations].

THE FOUR GREATER SABBATS

THE FOUR LESSER SABBATS

Craft of the Month

1. First,  evaluate  the  potential  of  the  play  environment.  Is  there  a  garden  which  you  can  use?  Do  you  have  the  resources  to  plant  a  garden,  or  should  you  aim  to  plant  a  few  well-chosen  plants?  Butterflies  need  lots  of  sunlight  - so  make  sure  you  can  plant  in  a  sunny  area.  Adding  a  rock  or  bricks  will  encourage  butterflies  to  sun  themselves!  

2. Butterflies  also  need  water,  so  plan  to  provide  a  water  source,  if  one  is  unavailable.  A  small  water  dish  will  suffice,  or  you  can  choose  to  create  a  depression  in  sand  or  gravel  to  retain  water.  

3. Butterflies  are  so  delicate  that  they  can  be  torn  apart  by  wind,  so  look  for  an  area  that  provides  a  break  from  wind.  A  fence,  wall,  or  hedge  will  serve  as  adequate  wind  protection.  

4. Choose  the  right  plants!  Research  has  shown  that  butterflies  seem  to  prefer  yellow,  purple,  white,  and  light  pink  flowers.  Also,  try  to  choose  plants  with  broad,  flat  blooms  that  make  it  easier  for  butterflies  to  land  and  feed.  

5. Ask  your  Home  Depot  Garden  department  associates  if  they  have  any  plants  that  they  recommend  for  butterflies  in  your  area.  In  general,  good  choices  include  aster,  beard  tongue,  heliotrope,  daylily,  iris,  lavender,  milkweed,  petunia,  phlox,  red  clover,  thyme  and  zinnia.  

6. Caterpillars  should  be  included  in  your  plans,  to  encourage  butterflies  throughout  their  life  cycle.  Leafy  plants  that  provide  shelter  and  can  nourish  a  caterpillar  are  ideal.  Some  options  are:  aster,  beard  tongue,  and  heliotrope.  Warning:  caterpillars  will  feed  off  of  these  plants,  so  expect  to  see  chewed  up  leaves!

Recipe For May

Play Dough Recipe

I used to make a batch of this play-dough once a month in the classroom. Changing the colors for the season. Although 20 little hands stayed busy shaping and molding, the play dough never dried out!
You'll need:
Flour 3cups
Salt 1 1/2 cups
Water 3 cups
Vegetable Oil 2TB.Cream of tartar 1TB.
Food coloring few drops or unsweetened "Kool-Aid" 1pkg.

Mix ALL of the ingredients in a large saucepan.
Cook over medium low heat, until the dough comes away
from the edges of the pan and it becomes difficult to move the spoon. Remove from heat. Cool until it can be handled.
Place on counter or wax paper knead 3-4 times.
Store in an air tight container.

Blessed Be,Thank You for Reading! Can you believe it’s been 6 months since the first Newsletter was posted! Hope for many more! May the God and Goddess be with you. Spend some time outside! Enjoy Mother Earth and all her Glory! It’s time to plant some flowers!

Merry Meet, Phoenix Ravenmoon