Vol. IV  Issue V          May 1, 2002 ____________________________________

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Obsidian's Mirror Reflections

"All acts of Love and Pleasure are my rituals"      What a lovely statement however, for some folks that are not even Pagan-friendly this partial statement smacks of Sex-orgies and elicit sexual encounters with people that want nothing to do with the suitor.      Thus, the horror stories of rude behavior and folks in the general society don't use their heads for something more than a hat-rack.       Whereas, if one were to really think about it this statement is not just about physical Love but, Love on all 3 levels of being. Hence: Physically - Love between consenting adults (whether married or not) even if both parties are Handfasted/Married and there is a Absolute understanding communication between All 4 persons involved…. Then there is no room for confusion. Mentally - Love between one's self & all nature around them. Thus, no havoc because there is respect of all things in life. Spiritually - Love between one's self & the Universe Thus there is Harmony with all beings.

Green Blessings Love & Peace Obsidian Silverleaf Blessed Be

Potpourri

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"Our Lady's Faces"
May 4, 2002	Waning Moon Our Lady will be in her fourth phase, in her decline. Now is the time for breaking down, destruction, doing away with what does not work for healing and the wisdom for seeing this appears. This is the time of the Dark Mother, Crone & Grandmother as she does not need light to see in the depths of being. She gives us a choice to see or not to see. The question is "Are we willing to see what is there?" Her name is "Hecate," and many others according to culture.
May 12, 2002	New Moon: Our Lady will be in her first phase, she's beginning anew. Her name at this time is "Green Hecate" and many others according to culture.
May 19, 2002	Waxing Moon: Our Lady will be in her second phase waxing, thus she is building energy and focusing it for whatever need arises. Her name at this time is "Diana" and many others according to culture.
May 26, 2002	Full Moon: Our Lady will be in her third phase, totally full. This is the height of her being and fulfillment of all, as the great mother is about to give birth. Her name is "Selene" and many others according to culture.

Beltaine, Lady Day, May Day

Yes, folks, we have reached that parallel to Samhain when the veil is thin. This is a fertility holiday of the Lady & Lord. It is also a time when Elvenkind and the Fae abound and nature is alive. This is also the last holiday for planting even for the plane of the Etheric realm. And yes, for some Traditions of Witchcraft this day marks the first day of Summer, for other Traditions of Witchcraft this coming Litha (midsummer) is the beginning of Summer. All cultures have their own history of the holiday of "Beltaine". Regardless of culture, this is a lovely and sacred holiday.......

Lady & Lord Bless Blessed Be Obsidian

Astrological Data via Llewellyn's Astrological Calendar

Aspects for the Holiday of Beltaine 2002. Beltaine: May 1, 2002

AM on the 1st: Moon quincunx Venus - discrimination required in romantic situations. Sun squares Neptune - judgement poor, postpone decisions. Moon conjunct Chiron - sensitivity to personal environment. Sun sextiles Jupiter - optimistic, big promises and dreams. Moon semi-sextile Neptune - sensitivity to spiritual energies. PM on the 1st: Moon opposite Jupiter - extravagance, should seek enjoyment. Moon trines Sun - ease with the opposite sex. Moon quincunx Mars - direct impulsive emotions. Moon quincunx Saturn - need to examine repressed emotions. Moon semi-sextile Pluto - old anxieties are reawakened.

Astrological Aspects For Beltaine Family Gathering At Dragon Hills, Georgia

AM on the 3rd: Moon trines Mercury - reach decisions, persuade others. PM on the 3rd: Moon semi-sextile Chiron - arousing deep emotions. Moon trines Venus - beautiful purchases, redecoration. Moon conjunct Neptune - distractions, sensitive emotions. Moon quincunx Jupiter - questions concerning philosophical outlook. AM on the 4th: Mars conjuncts Saturn - tackle all projects that take a lot of energy. Moon squares Sun - don't force matter, patience needed. Moon trine Saturn - accomplishment through patience. Moon trine Mars - harmony, cheerful and exciting. Sun semi-sextile Saturn - overcoming obstacles builds inner strength. Moon sextiles Pluto - enlightening discussions, intense feelings. PM on the 4th: Venus trines Neptune - redecoration, creativity, daydreaming. Sun semi-sextile Mars - personal ambitions predominate. AM on the 5th: Venus semi-sextile Jupiter - aesthetic perceptions bring inner peace. Moon conjuncts Uranus - high hopes, unrealistic plans. PM on the 5th: Moon squares Mercury - restlessness, indecision, worry.

For the Beltaine Family Gathering At Dragon Hills the Waning Moon will be in Aquarius:

The Moon in Aquarius brings out the rebel in all of us-for better or worse. Dressed in electric blue, in something outrageous, eccentric and far too futuristic, this Moon is ready to break free from the past, to Just Say No to all the rules we just set in place in Capricorn. Now is the time when we're ready to break out of our ruts, try something different, and make sure everyone sees us for the unique individuals we are, regardless of what we have to do.

Now is a time of extreme, sudden, and abrupt actions, when we surprise even ourselves at what we say, when we're prone to complete reversals and changing our minds at the last minute. This sign is ruled by Uranus, so personal freedom and individuality are more important than anything now. Our schedules become topsy-turvy, and our causes become urgent. Watch for a tendency to become fanatical, act deliberately rebellious without a reason, or break tradition just for the sake of breaking it.

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