Lunabar Moon Phases

Holidays For March 2008

Gemini
(May 22-June 21)
Don't be too eager to give a piece of your mind or even your opinion this month. Changes regarding your career direction will payoff handsomely. You need to concentrate on the areas where you can make a difference. Resist the temptation to gamble. Risks will not be profitable.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Tuesday.

Cancer
(June 22-July 22)
Look into ways to better yourself through improving your dietary habits and daily routines. A little volleyball or other outdoor sports should be on your agenda. You may find yourself changing plans for some form of entertainment. You can expect changes in your financial situation as well as in your status.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Monday.

Leo
(July 23-Aug 22)
Your ideas will be well received. Do your own thing. Try to stay calm and understand both sides of the situation. You'll be able to break bad habits if you put your mind to it.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Saturday.

Virgo
(Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)
Romantic opportunities are evident if you get involved in large groups or organizations. Don't bother trying to make someone you live with see your point of view. It is time to clear your decks. You can't lose this month unless you get involved in gossip or overwork to the point of exhaustion.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Thursday.

Libra
(Sept. 24 -Oct. 23)Try not to be too emotional with those around you. Don't bother retaliating, just walk away. You're in the mood for love. Don't evade important issues; you may find yourself backed into a corner.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Thursday.

Scorpio
(Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)
Pleasure trips will turn out to be better than anticipated. A second chance will result in good work. You will be full of energy and you need to find something constructive to do. Be prepared to have relatives or close friends introduce you to new and exciting individuals.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sunday.

Sagittarius
(Nov. 23 -Dec. 21)
Do not get involved in joint financial ventures. You can find out important information if you listen to friends and relatives. Work quietly on your own. You need to interact with others if you want to expand your knowledge.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Saturday.

Capricorn
(Dec 22.- Jan. 20)
Your childlike quality may get you into big trouble this month if you neglect your responsibilities. Don't give them the use of your credit card. If you're uncertain of your feelings, keep your opinions to yourself. Communication will be the source of your knowledge and you must be sure to spend time with those who have more experience.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Friday.

Aquarius
(Jan. 21.- Feb. 19)
You'll have problems with authority figures if you don't play by the rules. Invite friends over rather than spending money on lavish entertainment. Think twice before you agree to take on any new projects. Set a limit on the amount you're willing to spend, and be sure to stick to it.
Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Monday.

Pisces
(Feb. 20-Mar. 20)
Don't let the erratic behavior of someone you live with interfere with your professional performance. You can make career changes that may put you in a much higher earning bracket. Your trendy style and unique way of doing things will entice new acquaintances. Your ability to relate will close the generation gap.

Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Thursday.

(April 30^th-May 1^st)

Beltaine means "bel-Fire", derived from the Celtic God Bel, which means Lord. Beltaine and Samhain are the two greatest festivals, the beginning of Summer and the beginning of Winter. Beltaine is the time when the Goddess and the God marry - a time when the Goddess changes from the maiden aspect to the mother aspect. Since fertility was a major part of this time of year, buring Beltaine, the maypole was constructed. The maypole is a large pole with a crown of flower and colored ribbons on the top. The pole is the male phallic symbol and the crown is female. Another feature of Beltaine festival is jumping over the fire. Beltaine is the Oak King sacrificial mating and resurection. He mates with the Goddess at this time & then at Midsummer is "overrulled" by his twin brother the Holly King.

Lore -
Weaving and plaiting are traditional arts at this time of the year. This represents the joining together of two substances to form a third, this is the spirit of Beltane. This is the union of the God and Goddess, the Sacred Marriage, all new life, fertility for all living things and the end of winter.

Colors - Red, Green, White, Dark Yellow

Symbols -
Eggs, Flowers, Chalice, May Pole, Butterchurn, Flower Chaplet, & May Baskets.

Deities -
Marriage or sexual union of Deities, All Mother Goddesses.

Stones -
Sapphire & Bloodstone

Ritual Oils -
Passion Flower, Rose, Tuber Rose & Vanilla

Food -
Foods traditionally come from the dairy and dishes such as marigold custard and vanilla ice cream are fine.

Beltane Baskets

1. Start with a white paper cup. Have the children stick flower stickers all over the outside. Make a pipecleaner handle. Fill with tiny Spring flowers.

2. Start with a large circle of paper. Let the children paint or color it. Roll into a cone shape. Staple into place. Staple on a paper handle. Fill with flowers.

3. Start with a margerine or whipped topping tub. Cover with construction paper. Paint or color construction paper, or cover with stickers. Tape on a stiff paper handle. Fill with flowers.

1 package of frozen strawberries (with the juice)

2 cups of either pineapple juice or orange juice

2/3 cup nonfat dry milk,

8 ice cubes,

2 teaspoons sugar

Put all the ingredients into a blender, and blend until '"smoothie" texture. Serve immediately

Thank You for Another Great Month! This issue of the newsletter blog is short and sweet.Enjoy the April shower. Catch ya Next Month.

Blessed Be! Phoenix Ravenmoon

Also don't forget Earth Day is April 22nd this Year! If you haven't gone green yet that is your day to start!!! It's important!!