Monday, December 31, 2012, 19 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, in Leo, the Moon going Void of Course from 4:52 P.M. through the rest of the day, in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgment for the whole of the day. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:37 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury starts in Sagittarius, then moves into Capricorn 9:03 A.M., Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Not a bad day for New Year’s Eve celebrations, with Venus being trine to the Moon just before it goes Void of Course for the day, a unforced pleasure in the company of one’s fellows is sure to follow…magically, a day for gaining prestige by doing for others.

Sunday, December 30, 2012, 18 Anthesterion, no particular dedicstion, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Cancer, then entering Leo at 2:45 A.M, starting in the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah during the day, good for love and friendship, thwarts criminal activities and evil intentions into the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.3 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:36 P.M., lasting 73.7 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. An easy day to finally let go of pipe dreams and unreasonable expectations, a state of mind aided in part by the Moon being square Saturn while the Sun is sextile to it. This is not so much about drawing up a set of New Year’s resolutions as it is speaking the truth, at least to oneself. Magically, a day to strengthen connections.

Saturday, December 29, 2012, 17 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 1st night of the Waning Moon, Void of Course in Cancer, starting in the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, an appropriate time for baneful and destructive forms of magic, then entering the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah, good for love and friendship, thwarting criminal activities and evil intentions, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:19 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:36 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Something of a free for all today, with a Waning Cancer Moon, Void of Course, with no exact aspects. Self-restraint tends to slip, and situational morals slide. Keep an eye out for underhanded dealings and those trying to pull a fast one. A perfect day for the Ayn Rand devotees among us. Magically, a day for keeping the forces of chaos at bay, or working with Chaos magic.

Friday, December 28, 2012, 16 Anthesterion, dedicated to Artemis and Hekate, Full Moon in Cancer, which goes Void of Course 9:43 A.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, then entering the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, an appropriate time for baneful and destructive forms of magic, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:19 A.M., and last 46.3 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:35 P.M., lasting 73.7 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. We all have a better than fair chance of getting up to all sorts of shenanigans today, and might well succeed at coming out ahead. A Void of Course Cancer Full Moon does tend to allow one to dig deep and come up with all sorts of novelties. Magically, a day for rolling the dice.

Thursday, December 27 2012, 15 Anthesterion, 15th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Gemini, going Void of Course from 1:50 A.m. to 3:05 P.M., then entering Cancer, starting in the the7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures. Good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, then entering the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, around Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:19 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:34 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Today has us all just winging it, making it all up as we go along, just to fill all the empty moments; none of it counts for anything (thanks Mercury). Magically, a day fitted to devious acts.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 14 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 14th night of the Waxing Moon, in Gemini, starting in the the 6th Mansion of the Moon Al Han’ah/Athaya, good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, and for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:19 A.M., and last 46.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:33 P.M., lasting 73.9 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. If possible, maintain as small a profile as possible, and if you don’t have to answer any pertinent questions, all the better. Don’t you just love when Venus is in opposition the Moon? This tends to put the entitlement chip on many shoulders, and they will all be out seeking targets for their ire. Magically, the 2nd half of the day should allow you to send out hope, love comfort, even for those attempting to pick you over.

Tuesday, December 25 2012, 13 Anthesterion, dedicated to Dionysus and Hermes, 3rd and final day of the Anthestia, the ritual of the Chytroi, a vegetarian sacrifice offered to the spirits of the restless dead, and the birthday of Sol Invictus, the Unconquerable Sun, and so Christmas, 13th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Taurus, being Void of Course from 12:58 A.M. to 2:12 A.M., then enterinf Taurus, starting in the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, then entering the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya, a day for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:18 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:33 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars starts in Capricorn, then entering Aquarius 7:49 P.M., Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day of great energy, which needs to find its proper channel; better to underdo, lest we all become the proverbial bull in the china shop; this is amplified by Mars beginning to move from it’s exaltation in Capricorn (having it’s greatest influence). Magically, a day to underplay your hand, to take the subtle approach; the Moon being in the 6th Mansion can create delterious effects.

Monday, December 24, 2012, 12 Anthesterion, dedicated to Dionysus, 2nd day of the Anthestia, marked by the ritual consumption of a small quantity of wine, in silence, 12th night of the Waxing Moon, in Taurus, starting in the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, then entering the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:18 A.M., and last 46.50 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:32 P.M., lasting 73.50 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. No exact aspects today, but the general tone of the day should be that of calm and concord (all the better to get through the next 24 hours). Magically, a day to renew one’s efforts on works already in progress.

Sunday, December 23, 2012, 11 Anthesterion, dedicated to Dionysus, the first day of the Anthestia, the festival of the new wine, this being the day of Pithoisia, the opening of the winejars, 11th night of the Waxing Moon, in Taurus, starting in the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, and to help or hinder judicial matters, into the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:17 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:32 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Great, the Moon’s in Opposition to Saturn today, which can lead one to feeling that it’s all been for naught, that life’s dealing one a less than ideal hand, etc., etc. This too will pass, so just wallow in it, knowing that this too will pass. Magically, not a great day for assaying any significant work; take the day off.

Saturday, December 22, 2012, 10 Anthesterion, no particular dedication,10th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Aries, going Void of Course from 7:57 A.M. to 1:25 P.M., starting in the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, then entering the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, to help or hinder judicial matters, around 5:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:17 A.M., and last 46.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:31 P.M., lasting 73.9 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. The intuitive mind kicks into high gear today, with both the Sun and Moon sextile to Neptune. At the same time, both Venus and Mars are not well aspected, which can lead to either unpleasant realities attempting to pop one’s bubble of good feelings, or to discussions of hypothetical situations being argued as though they are realities. Don’t you just love those? Magically, a day for nudging the laws of probability.

Friday, December 21, 2012, 9 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 9th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aries, the day of the Winter Solstice, commencing when the Sun moves into Capricorn at 6:12 A.M., the day starting in the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, good for creating discord, overseeing travel, engineering projects, then entering the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, stirring up situations, and achieving things, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:16 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:31 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun starts in Sagittarius, then moves into Capricorn 6:12 A.M., Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Yule is finally here, and not a moment too soon, ushered in with the Moon trine Mercury, which makes this a good day for personal interactions. With Saturn, the ruling planet of Capricorn, still being in Scorpio, this can lead to some intense get-togethers over the next few days, more a time for hookups than establishing long term relations (I see many office copiers having their glass cracked from butt scans,and the like). Magically, this is certainly a day for stirring things up!

Thursday, December 20, 2012, 8 Anthesterion, dedicated to Poseidon, 8th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Pisces, going Void of Course from 12:19 A.M. to 2:42 A.M., then entering Aries, starting in the 28th Mansion of the Moon, Al Risha/Arrexhe, then moving into the 1st Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:16 A.M., and last 46.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:30 P.M., lasting 73.9 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A fairly well-balanced day, the frustrations which can arise whenever the Moon is Square the Sun (it being the 1st quarter) are ameliorated by it also being trine Venus, which allows for a tolerant coping menchanism to kick in, when dealing with small aggravations. Throwing money around to make things feel better is still an active impulse, with Jupiter being sextile the Moon (but Jupiter still being retrograde). This still leads to overestimating one’s financial capacities. Magically, a day for gaming the system.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012, 7 Anthesterion, dedicated to Apollo, 7th night of the Waxing Moon, in Pisces, starting in the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, then entering the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, bad for cherished things, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:15 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:30 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. While it might not be the best time for you to seek out new love (particularly if otherwise engaged), there’s a certain flirtatious something in the air today. You may not, in fact, be all that irresistable, but everyone’s magnetic poles switch towards hooking up (at least in the mind). Gird your loins! Magically, a day for working through the subconscious and dreams.

Sunday, December 16, 2012, 4 Anthesterion, dedicated to Hermes, Aphrodite, Eros, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aquarius, starting in the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, then entering the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:13 A.M., and last 46.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:29 P.M., lasting 73.66 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A good day to baffle them with bullshit, if pushed to it. The needs of others for immediate answers may require some fancy footwork, and even faster answers. Today is a day where no comment, or I don’t know, will not satisfy one’s self-selected audience. Magically, a day to engage in creative blocking, creating complications.

Saturday, December 15, 2012, 3 Anthesterion, dedicated to Athena, 3rd night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Capricorn, then going Void of Course from 4:15 P.M. to 4:53 P.M., then entering Aquarius, starting in the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, good for good for health, freedom, then entering the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:13 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus starts in Scorpio, then moves into Sagittarius 11:36 P.M. Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Both Venus and Mars are well aspected to the Moon today, allowing this to be a calm, engaging, supportive day. A good time to renew ties with friends and loved ones. Magically, a day for all positive work.

Friday, December 14, 2012, 2 Anthesterion, dedicated to the Agathos Daimon and Dionysus, 2nd night of the Waxing Moon, in Capricorn, starting in the 22nd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d a-da’bih/ Caadaldepa, Good for health, liberation, then entering the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, also good for health, freedom, around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:12 A.M., and last 46.3 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.7 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. It should be possible to develop some Yuletide cheer in one’s personal life, with the Capricorn Moon being Sextile Saturn. Those straightlaces should being to loosen up a bit. As we are still in the shadow of Uranus going direct, and this same Moon is Square Uranus, expect to hear some things you shouldn’t (or don’t wish to) hear. Magically, a day to grant boons, lend assistance to others.

Thursday, December 13, 2012, 1 Anthesterion, dedicated to one’s personal Deities, New Moon, starting in Sagittarius, going Void of Course from 3:42 A.M. to 4:43 P.M., then entering Capricorn, starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, then entering the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:11 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Another Void of Course New Moon (we had them in June, July, October as well). Uranus also goes direct today. All in all, it’s a bit of a frantic day, with all the excitement and possibilites that usually accompany a New Moon combinded with the positive direction of a Moon in Capricorn, but without any clear channel to focus all this into a productive form. Magically, a day to proceed with caution, as unexpected results can result from our efforts to put a positive spin on things.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012, 30 Gamelion, dedicated to Hekate, 2nd night of the Dark of the Moon, in Sagittarius, starting in the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, then entering the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, aroound 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:11 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day to guard your wallet, as most everyone appears to be running some sort of shell game, playing fast and loose with their agendas, gaming for advantage. Magically, a day for extending protections, making yourself unnoticed.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012, 29 Gamelion, dedicated to Hekate, 1st night of the Dark of the Moon, starting in Scorpio, going Void of Course from 8:08 A.M. to 5:22 P.M., then entering Sagittarius, starting in the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots revenge, travel, then entering the the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 1:00 A.M., finally entering the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, around Midnight. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:10 A.M., and last 46.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.5 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury starts in Scorpio, then moves into Sagittarius 8:40 P.M., Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A fine day for the tricky and the under-handed. If you like skating just on the edge of what is right and proper, today is the day for you (such a change from yesterday, isn’t it). Magically, a day for devious and underhanded work, or to protect yourself from baneful influences.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012, 29 Gamelion, dedicated to Hekate, 1st night of the Dark of the Moon, starting in Scorpio, going Void of Course from 8:08 A.M. to 5:22 P.M., then entering Sagittarius, starting in the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots revenge, travel, then entering the the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 1:00 A.M., finally entering the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, around Midnight. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:10 A.M., and last 46.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.5 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury starts in Scorpio, then moves into Sagittarius 8:40 P.M., Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A fine day for the tricky and the under-handed. If you like skating just on the edge of what is right and proper, today is the day for you (such a change from yesterday, isn’t it). Magically, a day for devious and underhanded work, or to protect yourself from baneful influences.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012, 29 Gamelion, dedicated to Hekate, 1st night of the Dark of the Moon, starting in Scorpio, going Void of Course from 8:08 A.M. to 5:22 P.M., then entering Sagittarius, starting in the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots revenge, travel, then entering the the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 1:00 A.M., finally entering the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, around Midnight. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:10 A.M., and last 46.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.5 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury starts in Scorpio, then moves into Sagittarius 8:40 P.M., Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A fine day for the tricky and the under-handed. If you like skating just on the edge of what is right and proper, today is the day for you (such a change from yesterday, isn’t it). Magically, a day for devious and underhanded work, or to protect yourself from baneful influences.

Sunday, December 09, 2012, 27 Gamelion, dedicated to Hera, Zeus who oversees ritual, and Poseidon, 11th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Libra, then entering Scorpio 4:51 P.M., starting in the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, then moving into the 17th Mansion, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for things already in motion, as well as establishing life-long connections, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:08 A.M., and last 46.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.4 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day which supports strong passions and allows one to put together big schemes. There is a danger, in the evening, for these plans to morph into impossible castles in the sky, so it might be best to bounce them off the more grounded in your social circle. Magically, a day for attracting fame, working on one’s reputation.

Sunday, December 09, 2012, 27 Gamelion, dedicated to Hera, Zeus who oversees ritual, and Poseidon, 11th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Libra, then entering Scorpio 4:51 P.M., starting in the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, then moving into the 17th Mansion, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for things already in motion, as well as establishing life-long connections, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:08 A.M., and last 46.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.4 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day which supports strong passions and allows one to put together big schemes. There is a danger, in the evening, for these plans to morph into impossible castles in the sky, so it might be best to bounce them off the more grounded in your social circle. Magically, a day for attracting fame, working on one’s reputation.

Saturday, December 08, 2012, 26 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 10th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, going Void of Course 7:37 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good day for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, entering the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:07 A.M., and last 46.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.4 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Impluse control goes a bit out the window today, and so the day allows for extremes of behavior. Great kindness and largess battle with parsimony and disapproval. As both blame and praise might come your way on each other’s heels, try to not be equally reactive. Magically, a day for pushing things forward, breaking through barriers.

Saturday, December 08, 2012, 26 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 10th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, going Void of Course 7:37 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good day for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, entering the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:07 A.M., and last 46.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.4 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Impluse control goes a bit out the window today, and so the day allows for extremes of behavior. Great kindness and largess battle with parsimony and disapproval. As both blame and praise might come your way on each other’s heels, try to not be equally reactive. Magically, a day for pushing things forward, breaking through barriers.

Friday, December 07, 2012, 25 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 9th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Virgo, then going Void of Course from 5:35 A.M. to 1:34 P.M., then entering Libra, starting in the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/Azimech; good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, then entering the 15th Mansion of the Moon Al Ghafar/Algafra, good for uncovering/getting to the bottom of things, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:06 A.M., and last 46.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.2 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A good day to get back some of your own (and a little more besides), using pluck and charm; just be as beguiling as you wish to be. In general, a fine day for social gatherings. Magically, a good day for all positive work.

Thursday, December 06, 2012, 24 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 8th night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, starting in the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, then entering the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/ Azimech; good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, around 5 :00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:05 A.M., and last 46.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.1 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Plenty of energy appears to be available for tackling problems, with the Moon being trine Mars and sextile Venus, but there isn’t enough to settle the tensions that are piling up during this portion of the holiday season. It’s best to chip away at the little things sucessfully, rather than attempting large-scale restructuring. Magically, another good day to lend aid to others.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012, 23 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 7th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Leo, then entering Virgo at 6:55 A.M., starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, around 7:00 A.M., finally entering the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:04 A.M., and last 47 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day in which it is easy to ignore facts, or alter them to suit your own reality. It’s not that things aren’t going well, but they aren’t necessarily going as well as they appear to be in the kingdom of your own mind. Magically, a day for influencing others.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012, 22 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 6th night of the Waning Moon, in Leo, going Void of Course 5:08 P.M. through the rest of the Day, starting in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, then entering the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:03 A.M., and last just over 47 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:28 P.M., lasting almost 73 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. This would be a good day to just crawl back under the covers, having taken the time to turn off the phone. The Moon is square Venus and Mercury today, which tends to throw a damper on personal interactions; everyone is more morose than the day before, and it show. Pehaps wearing a bright color will help. Magically, a day for self-defense.

As we all draw to the end of another calendar year, I would like to thank all the readers. Comments are always appreciated (though I find it odd that in our age of advanced electronic communication, most reactions are passed along in the oldest fashioned of ways, face to face). However, if you choose to respond silently, that’s fine too. Rather than discussing how so many of our year end customs have pre-Christian roots, I thought I would pass along some words of advice about all things magical; none of these embody hard and fast rules, but I hope they might assist you in being more mindful in all you do in the coming year. In no particular order… At some point, you are either going to dive right in and attempt to work some spells, or realize that you have a certain empathy or talent for working magic, and want to build on your proficiency. Like most things in life, the thrill of achievement will lead to a need to share with others the particulars of your achievements. In the case of being a practicing Magician, this can lead to a number of reactions, from scorn (which can be amusing) to a request for you to lend a hand (often from the same person). Only you can decide how often, and what sort of assistance you wish to extend to others in your life. Like being known as a big lottery winner, such an announcement will provoke some folks to put the touch on you way too often. Magic and you can certainly improve a situation, but it can’t fix a life, particularly when the individual is the sort that conserves their strength by using up everyone else’s. Despite this fact, you may, like all other sorts of good hearted people, be of the opinion that you can somehow “make it all better” for someone else, and when the expected results don’t happen (their life is still the same ridiculous, dysfunctional mess) the fault is somehow yours. I’m here to tell you that this is assuredly not the case, there are folks in the world that actually prefer to wallow in misery, and cling to it, as it makes them appear as sympathetic. Their need is bottomless, incapable of satisfaction, and they will drag you down with them. For some personalities that’s actually their goal. While some magical activities may leaving you feeling a bit exhausted, they should also leave you feeling whole, being a combination of will, knowledge and practice. If you find you are completely wiped out, you need to rethink your approach, and please, please cut off any contact with the person or group before they suck you dry. When attempting a working of any sort, measure twice, cut once: excellent advice for things made by hand, even better for things made by magic. Review what you are planning a few times; make sure you have all the necessary elements to hand. Don’t start until it all makes sense. Have patience: just because you wanted tangible results to manifest, that doesn’t mean that magical time will conform to chronological time, or your own internal reckoning of either. Different types of spells have different trajectories: some have more subtle results than others. Don’t expect a spectacle when a personal appearance will serve. Change the timing: this requires more calculation on your part. While the spell may work best on a Tuesday, it might not work if the planets are in a conflicting pattern on that Tuesday. Change your intent: the corollary to the admonition “Be careful what you wish for”. If your goal is to win millions of dollars when an unexpected windfall of hundreds would suffice, check yourself. Magic is a supplement to, not a substitute for: healthcare, personal hygiene and relationships Sometimes, no effect is just what happens. Learn from it, and learn to live with it. Bight blessings to all !

Monday, December 03, 2012, 21 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 5th night of the Waning Moon, in Leo, starting in the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/ Algebhah, good for love and friendship, thwarting criminal activities and evil intentions, into the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:03 A.M., and last just over 47 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:28 P.M., lasting almost 73 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Another day where the Moon is square Saturn but well aspected to a retrograde Jupiter. The tension between these two planets tends to lead one to have expansive, almost manic plans, without the resources to carry them out. Fortunately, both the Sun and Uranus are trine this same Moon, which lends a dose of calm and optimism; you might not achieve all you desire to, but you’ll have the strength to maintain an optimistic outlook. Magically, a day to aid and assist others, grant a boon.

Sunday, December 02, 2012, 20 Gamelion, no particular dedication, the start of the Advent season, 4th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Cancer, going Void of Course from 1:55 A.M. to 8:56 P.M., then entering Leo, starting in the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, an appropriate time for baneful and destructive forms of magic, then entering the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah, good for love and friendship, thwarts criminal activities and evil intentions around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:02 A.M., and last 47.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:28 P.M., lasting 72.9 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Loquacious, voluable, or just a Chatty Cathy, today is nothing but talk, talk, talk. Of cousre, it’s so much better to be able to talk your way out of a situation rather than pay your way out of it; who knew we were all speaking in prose ? Magically, a day for self-preservation.

Saturday, December 01, 2012, 19 Gamelion, dedicated to Dionysus, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, in Cancer, starting in the the7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures. Good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, then entering the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:00 A.M., and last 47.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:28 P.M., lasting 72.66 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day revolving around secrets: no matter how well they appear to be covered, the general mood is to keep digging, or to keep at someone, until they are revealed, thanks to the Moon being in opposition to both Pluto and Mars in Capricorn. What might be more disturbing is this all occuring with the Moon being trine Venus in Scorpio, which makes the pursuit all the more methodical. Magically, a day for aggressive work, or protecting oneself against them.

Friday, November 30, 2012, 18 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Gemini, then entering Cancer at 8:55 A.M., starting in the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures. Good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, then entering the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:59 A.M., and last 47.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:29 P.M., lasting 72.5 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day which lends itself to keeping things orderly, tidy, and civil; following the rules and coloring within the lines wins the day (and admirers). Magically, a day for promoting equipoise.

Thursday, November 29, 2012, 17 Gamelion, no particular dedication, first night of the Waning Moon, Void of Course in Gemini the whole day, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon Al Han’ah/Athaya, good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, and for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:57 A.M., and last 47.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:29 P.M., lasting 72.5 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. The Moon’s passage into the 7th Mansion, combined with Venus being Sextile Mars, makes this an ideal day to mend fences and build new connections with others. Important new friendships can be sparked today. Magically, a good day for inducing or maintaining harmony.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012, 16th Gamelion, dedicated to Hekate, Full Moon in Gemini, going Void of Course 8:40 P.M., starting in the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, then entering the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya, a day for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, around 5:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:57 A.M., and last 47.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:29 P.M., lasting 72.4 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day of strong emotions, mostly centered on the self; perception might not be everything, but can lead to reckless behavior. Things have remained off-kilter with Jupiter being retrograde, and this is exacerbated by the Lunar eclipse also occulding Jupiter. This can be a very manic (or depressive) evening. Try to rein in your more bizzare or atypical impulses. Magically, a day for settling scores, but have a care to remain in control.

Monday, November 26, 2012, 14 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 14th night of the Waxing Moon, in Taurus, going Void of Course at 7:57 P.M. through the rest of the evening, in the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:55 A.M., and last 48 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:31 P.M., lasting 72.1 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury starts retrograde in Scorpio, then goes direct 5:48 P.M., Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Don’t expect communications to improve immediately with Mercury going direct this evening, it takes a few days for the ripples caused by the shift to subside. In the meantime, the Venus/Saturn conjunction does allow you to focus in a positive way on those near and dear to you (or at least those for whom you feel responsible); it’s a day better suitied to sending out trial feelers for a reproachment thanto jump directly to high fives and bear hugs. Magically, a day for nudging situations in a new direction.

Sunday, November 25, 2012, 13 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 13th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Aries, then Moving into Taurus 7:18 A.M., starting in the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, and to help or hinder judicial matters, into the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, at 10:30 P.M., good for playing the margins, shaking things up, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:54 A.M., and last 48 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:31 P.M., lasting 72 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. If you’re going to feel the need to challenge any assumptions let them be your own (and don’t feel the need to share your conclusions). With the Moon in opposition to both Venus and Saturn, its best to tread carefully around friends and loved ones, unless you feel that a heated discussion is the best way to spend the day, as it will be , in a word, cantankerous. Magically, a day for creating disruptions.

Saturday, November 24, 2012, 12 Gamelion, dedicated to Dionysus Leneus (of the Winepress), the oldest festival which involved a theatrical performance, 12th night of the Waxing Moon, Void of Course in Aries the whole of the day, starting in the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, then entering the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, to help or hinder judicial matters, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:53 A.M., and last 48.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:31 P.M., lasting 71.9 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day which can bring out your busy bee self, as Mars is sextile Saturn, giving us all a great boost, if the boost you desire is to be as hard-working as possible. Magically, a day for inducing cooperation.

Friday, November 23, 2012, 11 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 11th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aries, going Void of Course 8:34 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, good for creating discord, overseeing travel, engineering projects, then entering the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, stirring up situations, and achieving things, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:52 A.M., and last 48.3 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:32 P.M., lasting 71.7 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. You can get what you want today, but you’ll need to cope with how much fuss you will have to raise to hold your own. There’s more Mars than Venus in the day, and with Mars square the Moon, aggression and your response to it governs the day. Magically, a day for aggressive work.

Thursday, November 22, 2012, 10 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 10th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Pisces, then going Void of Course from 1:32 to 8:11 P.M., then entering Aries, starting in the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, bad for cherished things, then entering the 1st Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters, around 8:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:51 A.M., and last 48.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:32 P.M., lasting 71.6 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Dreamy and distracted, that’s the sort of day today is (even before eating oneself into a stupor). It’s all about the life of the mind. Magically, a day for divination.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012, 9 Gamelion, dedicated to Athena, 9th night of the Waxing Moon, in Pisces, starting in the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, then entering the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, bad for cherished things, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:50 A.M., and last 48.58 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:33 P.M., lasting 71.52 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, moves into Sagittarius at 4:50 P.M., Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, moves into Scorpio 8:20 P.M., Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day for jockeying for position, the huddle being all sharp elbows and hip nudges. Egos infalte (or deflate) with suprising rapidity. The Sun’s move into Sagittarius would be better for us all if its ruling planet, Jupiter was not retrograde. Just beacause one concieves a thing does not mean that it’s a foregone conculsion. Magically, a day for sorting things out, quests for true insight.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012, 8 Gamelion, dedicated to Poseidon, Apollo Apotropaios (Averter of Evil) and Apollo Nymphegetes (Nymph Lover), 8th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Aquarius, then Void of Course at 9:31 A.M. to 11:54 A.M., then entering Pisces, starting in the 26th Mansion Al Mukdim/ Almiquedam, good for love and health, liberation, then entering the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:48 A.M., and last 48.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:34 P.M., lasting 71.2 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A fairly balanced day, which allows for forward movement (while considering the effect of Mercury still being retrograde). Both Mars and Saturn are well-aspected today, allowing for one to excel in one’s area of competence. Magically, a day to shake things up, spur others to action.

Monday, November 19, 2012, 7 Gamelion, dedicated to Apollo of the Wolves and the Delphic Apollo, 7th night of the Waxing Moon, in Sagittarius, the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, then entering the 26th Mansion Al Mukdim/ Almiquedam, good for love and health, liberation, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:47 A.M., and last 48.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:34 P.M., lasting 71.1 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Communication disruptions are the norm today; either too much or not enough comes to you today, so you may do best to stand on what you already know. Try to not over-react or make a precipitious move on what may prove to be incomplete or inadequate information. Magically, a day for extending one’s sphere of influence.

Sunday, November 18, 2012, 6 Gamelion, dedicated to Artemis, 6th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Capricorn, going Void of Course from 12:54 A.M. to 7:09 A.M., then entering Aquarius, all day in the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:46 A.M., and last 49.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:35 P.M., lasting 70.9 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day best spent assessing the terrain and gathering your wits (and hopefully to consolidate any gains made over the previous week). While Saturn is square the Moon, the Sun being sextile the Moon lends enough emotional stability to deal with the frustrations Saturn can bring. Magically, a day for burnishing one’s reputation.

Saturday, November 17, 2012, 5 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 5th night of the Waxing Moon, in Capricorn, starting in the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/ Caadaldepa, Good for health, liberation, then entering the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, also good for health, freedom, around 1:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:45 A.M., and last 49.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 4:36 P.M., lasting 70.6 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Facts can be such slippery things today; with Mars being trine Neptune the story-telling centers of the brain are active today. Add to this both the Sun and the Moon energizing our retrograde Mercury, and this is a perfect day for salesman and confidence men to have free reign. Magically, a day to bend the odds.

Saturday, November 17, 2012, 5 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 5th night of the Waxing Moon, in Capricorn, starting in the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/ Caadaldepa, Good for health, liberation, then entering the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, also good for health, freedom, around 1:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:45 A.M., and last 49.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 4:36 P.M., lasting 70.6 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Facts can be such slippery things today; with Mars being trine Neptune the story-telling centers of the brain are active today. Add to this both the Sun and the Moon energizing our retrograde Mercury, and this is a perfect day for salesman and confidence men to have free reign. Magically, a day to bend the odds.

Friday, November 16, 2012, 4 Gamelion, dedicated to Hermes, Aphrodite, Eros, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Sagittarius, going Void of Course from 4:44 A.M. to 5:34 A.M., then entering Capricorn, starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, then entering the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:44 A.M., and last 49.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 4:37 P.M., lasting 70.6 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, moves into Capricorn 9:36 P.M., Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Today, the positive aspects of Saturn are energized by Mars being conjunct the Moon (and it doesn’t hurt that Neptune is sextile the Moon). Carve out some time to sit down and work out long range plans, while these planets allow for the chance to strategize while possessing the energy (dare I say moxie) to actually get a viable plan down on paper. Magically, a day for moving things forward.

Friday, November 16, 2012, 4 Gamelion, dedicated to Hermes, Aphrodite, Eros, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Sagittarius, going Void of Course from 4:44 A.M. to 5:34 A.M., then entering Capricorn, starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, then entering the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:44 A.M., and last 49.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 4:37 P.M., lasting 70.6 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, moves into Capricorn 9:36 P.M., Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Today, the positive aspects of Saturn are energized by Mars being conjunct the Moon (and it doesn’t hurt that Neptune is sextile the Moon). Carve out some time to sit down and work out long range plans, while these planets allow for the chance to strategize while possessing the energy (dare I say moxie) to actually get a viable plan down on paper. Magically, a day for moving things forward.

Friday, November 16, 2012, 4 Gamelion, dedicated to Hermes, Aphrodite, Eros, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Sagittarius, going Void of Course from 4:44 A.M. to 5:34 A.M., then entering Capricorn, starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, then entering the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:44 A.M., and last 49.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 4:37 P.M., lasting 70.6 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, moves into Capricorn 9:36 P.M., Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Today, the positive aspects of Saturn are energized by Mars being conjunct the Moon (and it doesn’t hurt that Neptune is sextile the Moon). Carve out some time to sit down and work out long range plans, while these planets allow for the chance to strategize while possessing the energy (dare I say moxie) to actually get a viable plan down on paper. Magically, a day for moving things forward.

Thursday, November 15, 2012, 3 Gamelion, dedicated to Athena, 3rd night of the Waxing Moon, in Sagittarius, starting in the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, then entering the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, aroound 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:43 A.M., and last 49.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:38 P.M., lasting 70.4 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. On the bright side, Venus is well aspected in Libra today, so one’s guard can be let down just a bit, as not everone is going around with concealed weapons. However Mercury and Jupiter remain retrograde; more to today’s issues, Jupiter is in opposition to the Moon, which always leads to interesting money conundrums. Have a care to not medicate yourself by throwing money off the back of the train, as it were (always difficult as the pre-Thanksgiving sales circulars come pouring in). Try to resist the pressures to chuck it all, and carry on, cautiously. Magically, a day for carving out a safe place for you and others.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012, 1 Gamelion, dedicated to one’s Personal Deities, New Moon in Scorpio, starting in the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots revenge, travel, then entering the the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:40 A.M., and last 49.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:39 P.M., lasting 70.1 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A practical, down to Earth day, where one should keep one’s feet firmly planted on the ground. Flights of fancy and daydreaming will not be effective. This solar eclipse does not allow for as great of a setting out in a new direction, being bounded by the retrograde motion of Mercury and Jupiter. Magically, a day for settling scores.

Daily Magical Calendar

Tuesday, June 05, 2012, 16 Hekatombaion, dedicated to Zeus of the Tribes and Athena, and Eirene, 2nd night of the Full Moon, starting in Sagittarius, then going Void of Course from 1:08 A.M. to 8:31 A.M., then entering Capricorn, starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, then entering the 22nd Mansion Sa’d da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 5:23 A.M., and last 75.30 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 8:27 P.M., lasting just under 44.70 minutes. Sun in Gemini, Mercury in Gemini, Venus retrograde in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. With the Transit of Venus and the Moon transiting Pluto, deep feelings can come to the fore today. How you work with things dredged up up from the past is best done alone ; no useful advice or aid can be offered by others. Magically, a day for teminations, endings.

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Saturday, 2 June 2012, 13 Hekatombaion, no particular dedication, 13th night of the Waxing Moon, in Scorpio, starting in the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots revenge, travel, then entering the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 5:26 A.M., and last 74.58 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 8:21 P.M., lasting just under 45.42 minutes. Sun in Gemini, Mercury in Gemini, Venus retrograde in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. High energy conjunction of the Moon and Mars today. For some of us, this will lead to a case of the jitters, for others the ability to achieve almost super-human results, if so required. Magically, a day to even the score, re-order reality more to your liking.

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24 May 2012, 5 Hekatombaion, no particular dedication, 5th night of the Waxing Moon, in Cancer, starting in the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, then entering the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, an appropriate time for baneful and destructive forms of magic, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 5:31 A.M., and last 73.60 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 8:14 P.M., lasting 46.40 minutes. Sun in Gemini, Mercury moves into Gemini at 7:12 A.M., Venus retrograde in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. While this should be a day of easy conversation, most of it proves to be a lot of hot air, lacking content. It’s a perfect day for conning an easy mark, if such is your inclination. For the innocent (or guiltless) among you, avoid being fleeced. Magically, a good day for all sorts of amoral behavior.

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19 May 2012, 29/30 Skiophorion, dedicated to Zeus and Athena, last day of the Athenian calendar, 2nd night of the Dark of the Moon, in Taurus, starting in the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, then entering the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 5:35 A.M., and last 72.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 8:09 P.M., lasting 47.3 minutes. Sun in Taurus, Mercury in Taurus, Venus retrograde in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. This should be a high energy day for most of us, running hither and thither, getting things done; you might want to break out the “to-do” list, and see how much can be sucessfully crossed out. Magically, a day for banishings, eliminations.

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13 May 2012, 23 Skirophorion, no particular dedication, 8th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course, then entering Pisces at 7:42 A.M., starting in the 26th Mansion Al Mukdim/ Almiquedam, good for love and health, liberation, then entering the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, around 8:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 5:41 A.M., and last 71.90 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 8:04 P.M., lasting 48.10 minutes. Sun in Taurus, Mercury in Taurus, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. Despite modern educational theory, everyone is not special, and everyone is not a winner. Today holds great potential for the driven individual to achieve a great deal, but those around you who are not so well-motivated will assume you have an unfair advantage, and bitch about it. Of course, they’re right. Magically, a day for work conerned with personal growth and advancement.

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7 May 2012, 17 Skirophorion, no particular dedication, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, in Sagittarius, starting in the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, then entering the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, around 5:00 A.M., finally entering the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, around Midnight. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 5:47 A.M., and last 70.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 7:58 P.M., lasting 49.1 minutes. Sun in Taurus, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. It’s very easy to think too highly of oneself today, while can only lead to bloviation. Everyone up on their soapboxes, please (and where does one find a soapbox, these days)? If you wish to avoid heated exchanges, it might be better to leave behind friends and family, and windowshop. Magically, a day for treasure-seeking, uncovering and concealing.

4 May 2012, 14 Skirophorion, day of the Dipoleia, a combinded festival for Poseidon, Zeus and Athena, 14th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Libra, then Void of Course from 2:02 P.M. to 10:19 P.M., then entering Scorpio, starting in the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hinderances and reversals, then entering the 17th Mansion of the Moon, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for positive work on plans and situations already in motion, and for establishing new, powerful connections, about 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 5:51 A.M., and last just over 70 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 7:54 P.M., lasting just under 50 minutes. Sun in Taurus, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. It’s easy today to be distracted by frippery and frivolity, but one supposes that even the most high-minded deserve time off from their usual pursuits. For the more serious, progress can be made by focusing on the prize, and ignoring the perils lurking on either side of your path. Magically, a day for love spells.

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24 April 2012, 4 Skirphorion, dedicated to Hermes, Aprhrodite, Eros, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, in Gemini, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:03 A.M., and last 68.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 7:44 P.M., lasting 51.6 minutes. Sun in Taurus, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. It’s a good thing Saturn remains retrograde in Libra today, to help ground us. With Uranus, Mercury and Venus all well-aspected, one needs some ballast, otherwise the potential of the day might simply levitate you off the planet. So much energy floating around today, no Van der Graaf generator is necessary to stand your hair on end. Magically, a day for big gestures, invocations, conjurations.

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23 April 2012, 3 Skirophorion, dedicated to Athena, 3rd night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course, then entering Gemini at 1:05 P.M., starting in the the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, then entering the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:05 A.M., and last 68.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 7:43 P.M., lasting 51.9 minutes. Sun in Taurus, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. A day of paying attention to (or trying to ignore) your moral compass. Mars compels action, but Venus squaring the Moon dampens empathy, which might lead some to see what they can get away with, rather than what is decent. Magically, a day for altering the dynamic of a sitation, transmutation.

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22 April 2012, 2 Skirophorion, dedicated to the Agathos Daimon, 2nd night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Taurus, then Void of Course from 1:10 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, then entering the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:06 A.M., and last 68 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 7:42 P.M., lasting 52 minutes. Sun in Taurus, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. While today will not not everyone on the planet kinder and more attractive, the odds are certainly in favor sucessful social interactions. Despite the impending weather event on the east Coast, you should be out and about with others, if possible. This love-fest is due, in part, to Jupiter being well-aspected for a second day. Magically, a day for all positive work.

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21 April 2012, 1 Skiroporion, dedicated to one’s personal Deities, new Moon in Taurus (the Moon entering Taurus at 12:05 A.M.), starting in the the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, to help or hinder judicial matters, then entering the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:08 A.M., and last 67.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mercury at 7:41 P.M., lasting 52.25 minutes. Sun in Taurus, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. It’s a great day to be alive; everything should just seem to click. Whether your’e more concerned with business or friends, it should all be smooth sailing; expect to make new connections, or strengthen old ones. Magically, a good day to turn your hand to most anything you might wish to attempt. Dream big!

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20 April 2012, 30 Thargelion, dedicated to Hekate, 2nd night of the Dark of the Moon, starting in Aries, then Void of Course from 3:35 P.m. throught the rest of the day, starting in the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, then entering the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, to help or hinder judicial matters, around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:09 A.M., and last 67.58 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 7:40 P.M., lasting 52.42 minutes. Sun in Taurus, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra. A day that runs most smoothly if your operate from your true nature, rather than trying to make others believe you are something you are not; it’s not a day for putting on airs, or play-acting; just the facts, ma’am. Magically, a day for clean up operations, banishings and removals.

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19 April 2012, 29 Thargelion, first night of the Dark of the Moon, dedicated to Hekate, in Aries, starting in the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters, then entering the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, around 11:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:10 A.M., and last 67.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 7:39 P.M., lasting 52.6 minutes. Sun enters Taurus 12:12 P.M., Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
A fairly ideal Taurean day, with Venus (Taurus’s ruling Planet) being well aspected. This should prove a less contentious day than otherwise, and if possible, it’s a good day to indulge those around you with a bit of luxury. Magically, a day for seeking, , investigating, drawing things to you.

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18 April 2012, 28 Thargelion, 11th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course, then entering Aries at 11:59 A.M., starting in the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, bad for cherished things, then entering the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters, around Noon.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:12 A.M., and last 67.2 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 7:38 P.M., lasting 52.8 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
This is a day which holds the potential for effective, clear communication; one may practice one’s persuasive arts to virtually any effect you desire (potential seducers take note, you might learn some new pickup lines). Magically, a day for seperating the wheat from the chaff.

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17 April 2012, 27 Thargelion, no particular dedication, 10th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Pisces, then Void of Course from 10:34 A.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, then entering the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, bad for cherished things, around 9:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:13 A.M., and last 67 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 7:37 P.M., lasting 53 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
A good day to project an image of wealth and prosperity, even if it doen’t precisely mirror current circumstances, as like attracts like. Of course, this also makes it a perfect day for con men; don’t fall into the trap of thinking that your’e the only one putting on a little show. Magically, a good day to attempt shifting the balance in your favor.

From OIJ

Despite the marvels which confront us daily (smartphones, Kindles, Nooks and such), there is still nothing which quite compares to curling up with a good book, whether on the bus or the privacy of one’s home. For those of a magical bent, this delight will, as is so often the case with delight, lead to one’s living space being overrun with volumes of volumes. One solution to the clutter would be for you to condense and organize those things which are important to you into a copybook of one’s own. Carrying around something on which you have jotted down things of importance or interest has existed as long as writing. But you, gentle reader, are perhaps hoping to create something a bit more substantial. But what?
When working within one of the traditions which has developed out of the Western Wicca tradition, (or have paid attention to any of popular culture over the last several decades), you will have, or heard tell, of a Book of Shadows. When I was a kid, I liked the evocative quality of this name for one’s personal volume of spells and rituals. To be more precise, a Book of Shadows would be a compilation of a coven’s rituals, from which a copy would be made by an initiate.
Since Doreen Valiente did the lion’s share of the rewrites and additions to the original book Gerald Gardner flashed around (which was called “Ye Book of Ye Art Magical”, by the by), it would be more apt to claim that a B.O.S. is any handwritten copy of her ritual work, but that won’t happen. Nor does Book of Shadows, redolent of mystery as it is, have any particular age attached to it.
Ms. Valiente recalled that the nomenclature was taken from an article in “The Occult Observer”, May 1949, which discussed an Indian divination manual based on interpreting shadows, nothing to do with witchcraft survival in Europe at all. So, if not Wiccan the name isn’t applicable.
Another name you might consider is Grimoire, meaning nothing more than a grammar or a book of instructions. This is generally applied to various magical texts which began circulating in Europe beginning in the 13th century C.E, all of which have a strong Judeo-Christian content. Unless you are, in fact, working within this system, you should probably reject this also.
I suppose we are stuck with something along the lines of “My Book of Spells”, which will serve in most conversations; i.e, “What’s wrong Brad, you look down”. “Oh, this job search hasn’t gone so well”. “Don’t worry; I’ll just look through my… Book of Spells, and put together a charm to attract a new position”. “Thanks”.
First, you need a blank book. So many attractive ones are available, choosing one shouldn’t be much of a problem. Keep in mind the purpose you will be putting it to; the pages should be large enough to accommodate an easy to read letter size (and if you are going to be reading out of it by fire or candlelight, go for an even larger page size). Unless this book is intended to be, in and of itself, a magical object, you don’t need a specially prepared ink. Waterproof would be best, and, if you have the inclination, a dip pen with indelible India ink would hold up best.
Content is entirely up to you. I would suggest you sit down and brush off those atrophied note-taking skills you honed in school, and decide what sort of information you want to always have close at hand. No sense in filling pages with astrological minutiae when you’re only going to work by Moon phases, after all. You might want to gather up scraps of paper, jot down pieces of information, and then shuffle them around on the table, so you can get a sense of how they fit together.
At some point, you will just have to jump in, and start writing. Don’t feel compelled to write straight through, and fill the page from edge to edge; leave margins and spaces between blocks of text. In time, you will fill them up with notes, observations, references, and there they’ll be, all in one place. Now, get to work! I’d love to hear about your progress.

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15 April 15, 2012, 25 Thargelion, dedicated to Athenia, a day for cleaning her cult statue, the Plynteria, 8th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Aquarius, then Void of Course from 6:42 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, then entering the 26th Mansion Al Mukdim/Almiquedam, good for love and health, liberation, around 9:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:17 A.M., and last 66.50 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 7:35 P.M., lasting 53.50 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury in Pisces, Venus in Gemini, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
It’s all about the quality of your work (in whatever way you define it). This is a good day to refine, explain, or go back to the drawing board. If you have to butt heads with others, base your agruement on the facts, just the facts, if you wish to prevail. It’s also not a bad day to resolve lingering, ambigious situations, so you may move on. Magically, a day to exert your will over a situation.

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13 April 2012, 23 Thargelion, no particular dedication, 6th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Capricorn, then going Void of Course from 1:05 P.M. to 5:47 P.M., then entering Aquarius, starting in the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/ Caaddebolach, also good for health, freedom, then entering 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, around 9:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:20 A.M., and last 66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 7:32 P.M., lasting 54 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury goes direct in Pisces, Venus in Gemini, Mars goes direct in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
All in all, a much better day to get things done with a minimum of inner conflict; while you might not be able to talk your way out of a situation where you know you are in the wrong, you now have an impressive arsenal to prove you’re right (when you are). If the opportunity to make a play arises, do so. Magically, a day for mediating relationships, bringing then into focus and harmony.

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3 April 2, 2012, 13 Thargelion, no particular dedication, 13th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Lro, then goingh Void of Course from 9:47 A.M. to 9:52 A.M., finally entering Virgo, starting in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, then entering the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, around 1:00 P.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:36 A.M., and last 63.80 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 7:22 P.M., lasting 56.20 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury retrograde in Pisces, Venus moves into Gemini, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
The success of the day will be measured by how much crap you can put up with, without letting the strain show. Dissemble, act, absebt yourself for a moment until you gain your composure. This will pass, and you will seem the better person. Magically, a good day to assist in the granting of a boon for others.

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31 March 2012, 10 Thargelion, no particular dedication, 10th night of the Waxing Moon, in Cancer, starting in the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, an appropriate time for baneful and destructive forms of magic, then entering the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah, good for love and friendship, thwarts criminal activities and evil intentions, around 7:00 P.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:41 A.M., and last 63.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 7:19 P.M., lasting 55.9 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury retrograde in Pisces, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
The ruling planets of both the day and night are retrograde; basically, it’s a day to thrive by drawing on the resources you have brought into the day with you; self-reliance is the watchword. Magically, a good day for bindings, deflectiong the ill-intentions of others.

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28 March 2012, 7 Thargelion, dedicated to Apollo, his birthday, an offering of Vegatables was made to him at the Thargelia (thus, the name of the month), 7th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 7:00 P.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:46 A.M., and last 62.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 7:16 P.M., lasting 56.33 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury retrograde in Pisces, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
With no exact aspects between the planets today, it might feel that the universe is holding its breath, or that you are Wiley E. Coyote (the moment before he realizes he’s overrun the cliff edge). Keep breathing, and let the momentum of the last few days carry you. Magically, a good evening for pulling for an incease, better luck, that sort of thing.

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25 March 24, 2012, 4 Thargelion, dedicated to Hermes, Aphrodite, Eros, starting in the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, to help or hinder judicial matters, then entering the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, around 9:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:51 A.M., and last 61.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 7:12 P.M., lasting 57.25 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury retrograde in Pisces, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
If you’ve been in the doldrums, this should be a more uplifting day for you. Rainy or not, the clouds will part. High energy should be accessable today, what with the Moon being conjunct both Jupiter and Mars. Don’t let your exhuberance dive into aggression. Magically, a good day for all positive and foward looking work.

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24 March 2012, 3 Thargelion, dedicated to Athena, 3rd day of the Waxing Moon, starting in Aries, the Void of Course from 1:17 P.M. to 5:42 P.M., then entering Taurus, starting in the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, then entering the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, to help or hinder judicial matters, around 7:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:52 A.M., and last 61.58 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 7:11 P.M., lasting 57.42 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury retrograde in Pisces, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
Complex problems resolve themselves without muc effort on your part. While you might prefer to act, rather than be acted upon, you should just go with the flow. Magically, a day work for increase and resolution.

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23 March 2012, 2 Thargelion, dedicated to the Agathos Daimon, 2nd night of the Waxing Moon, in Aries, starting in the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters, then entering the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, around 5:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:54 A.M., and last 61.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 7:10 P.M., lasting 57.66 minutes. Sun in Aries, Mercury retrograde moves into Pisces, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
Somebody (Pluto) dials down the “giddy” switch in us all, while Mercury’s move back into Pisces unpacks and scatters baggage we had all thought was safely packed away. Magically, a day for summoning past loves.

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15 March 2012, 24 Mounichion, no particular dedication, 7th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Sagittarius, going Void of Course from 3:34 A.M. to 6:23 A.M., then entering Capricorn, starting in the 21st Mansion, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, good for breakups, then entering the 22nd Mansion Sa’d da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 9:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:07 A.M., and last 59.60 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 7:02 P.M., lasting 59.40 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury retrograde in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
It’s not so much what you say (as it could be misconstrued, Mercury retrograde and all) as much as it is about what you do, and how you do it. Calm, decisive action is the way to go, and there should be strength enough to do it. Magically, a good day to clear a path through whatever blocks your way.

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14 March 2012, 23 Mounichion, no particular dedication, 6th night of the Waning Moon, in Sagittarius, starting in the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, then entering the 21st Mansion, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, good for breakups, around 7:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:09 A.M., and last 59.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 7:01 P.M., lasting a bit under 59.66 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury retrograde in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
With the trines formed between Venus, Jupiter, Mars retrograde and Pluto today, you should, if you so desire, begin to step into a position of authority, or, at least be the go-to person. You could draw a bit of money today, or come across acquisitions you desire (but can’t necessarily afford). Magically, a good day for attraction (and repulsion).

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13 March 2012, 22 Mounichion, no particular dedication, 5th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course, then entering Sagittarius at 2:53 A.M., starting in the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, then entering the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, around 9:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:10 A.M., and last a bit over 59 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 7:00 P.M., lasting a bit under 60 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury goes retrograde in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
Oh, dear; with all the tensions running through the day, the best way to cope is transforming oneself into a wicked, cackling diva. Just add equal parts of Cruella De Ville and Noel Coward. They who have the best bon mots win. Magically, a good day to pull the rug out from under one’s adversaries.

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12 March 12, 2012, 21 Mounichion, no particular dedication, 4th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Scorpio, then going Void of Course from 2:30 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots revenge, travel, then entering the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 1:00 P.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:12 A.M., and last almost 59 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 6:58 P.M., lasting just over 60 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury goes retrograde in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
This might be a good day to just kick back, and practice your breathing exercises, as all the forward motion brought on by the approach of the Vernal Equinox is blunted by Mercury now going retrograde, joining Mars and Saturn. You can be actively introspective, preparing a new course of action when the time is right, or rail against current cirumstances, and not get much done. Magically, a good day to take it easy, unless you wish to emulate Aunt Clara.

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11 March 2012. 20 Mounichion, no particular dedication, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, entering Scorpio 12: 42 A.M., starting in the 17th Mansion of the Moon, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for positive work on plans and situations already in motion, and for establishing new, powerful connections, then entering the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots revenge, travel, around 3:00 P.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:14 A.M., and last almost 59 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 6:57 P.M., lasting just over 60 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
Unfortunately, desires and aspirations sometimes get the better of us; while they wish to roam free, expand to fill up all the available space, ehibiting them in public will sometimes make other people in one’s life think that you are ignoring them. This is a good day to hide your light under a basket, and not crow about your aspirations. Magically, a good day for calling on allies to defend your situation in life.

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9 March 2012, 18 Mounichion, no particular dedication, first night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, starting in the 14th Mansion Al Simak/ Azimech; good for promoting love, health, bad for land travel, good for other modes, then entering the 15th Mansion of the Moon Al Ghafar/Algafra, good for uncovering/getting to the bottom of things, provoking separations and dissensions, around 1:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:17 A.M., and last slightly over 58 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 5:55 P.M., lasting just under 61 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
All the old worries and concerns start creeping back into conscious thought again today. Try to not be upset when others seem to be ignoring you; they are preoccupied. Mercury being ill-aspected doesn’t make for meaningful communication as it is. Magically, a day for thwarting the plans of others, confounding authority.

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8 March 2012, 17 Mouchinon, dedicated to Hekate, (and don’t forget good Queen Esther, it also being Purim). Full Moon tonight, the day starting in Virgo, then going Void of Course from 4:39 P.M. to 11:49 P.M., then entering Libra, starting in the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, then entering the 14th Mansion Al Simak/ Azimech; good for promoting love, health, bad for land travel, good for other modes, around 3:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:19 A.M., and last almost 58 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 5:54 P.M., lasting just over 61 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
All the good things you encountered yesterday continue through today as well. Just carry on calmly, without rocking the boat. Magically, a day to attempt to reap some rewards.

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7 March 2012, 16 Mounichion, dedicated to Artemis, 16th night of the Waxing Moon, in Virgo, starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, for friendship and charitable acts, then entering the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 5:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:20 A.M., and last 57.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 5:53 P.M., lasting 61.25 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
Finally, a forward looking, supportive day. Things are looking up on the affection front as well. Magically, a good day for increase of every sort, as well as health matters.

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7 March 2012, 16 Mounichion, dedicated to Artemis, 16th night of the Waxing Moon, in Virgo, starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, for friendship and charitable acts, then entering the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 5:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:20 A.M., and last 57.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 5:53 P.M., lasting 61.25 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
Finally, a forward looking, supportive day. Things are looking up on the affection front as well. Magically, a good day for increase of every sort, as well as health matters.

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7 March 2012, 16 Mounichion, dedicated to Artemis, 16th night of the Waxing Moon, in Virgo, starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, for friendship and charitable acts, then entering the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 5:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:20 A.M., and last 57.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 5:53 P.M., lasting 61.25 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
Finally, a forward looking, supportive day. Things are looking up on the affection front as well. Magically, a good day for increase of every sort, as well as health matters.

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7 March 2012, 16 Mounichion, dedicated to Artemis, 16th night of the Waxing Moon, in Virgo, starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, for friendship and charitable acts, then entering the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 5:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:20 A.M., and last 57.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 5:53 P.M., lasting 61.25 minutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury in Aries, Venus in Taurus, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
Finally, a forward looking, supportive day. Things are looking up on the affection front as well. Magically, a good day for increase of every sort, as well as health matters.

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3 March 2012, 12 Mounichion, no particular dedication, 12th night of the Waxing Moon, in Cancer, starting in the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, but not advantageous in legal matters, then entering the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, an appropriate time for baneful and destructive forms of magic, around 11:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:26 A.M., and are 56.80 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 5:48 P.M., lasting 62.20 minnutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury moves into Aries, Venus in Aries, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
So, we remain in unsettled times today, surrounded by others acting as though the pie is only so big, and they are not planning to allow a more equitable division of the same. A day where you might need to engage in some underhanded dealings to keep your head above water. Magically, a day for all sorts of aggressive work and bindings.

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2 March 2012, 11 Mounichion, no particular dedication, 11th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Gemini, going Void of Course from 8:14 A.M. to 10:07 A.M, then entering Cancer, starting in the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures. Good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, then entering the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, but not advantageous in legal matters, around 11:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:28 A.M., and are 56.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 5:47 P.M., lasting 62.4 minnutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury moves into Aries, Venus in Aries, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
If you happen to be looking for love (or some functional equivalent), your senses will be all aquiver, and you might make that love connection, but it will be all wrong; you minght not recognize it immediately, but the truth will out. Why? Because Venus is all on the go today in Aries, and Mercury (empathy and communication) will slide in there as well, but the Moon is Square Mercury, so these are not, ahem, stable combinations. Magically, a day to work on re-establishing balance.

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1March 2012, 10 Mounichion, no particular dedication, 10th night of the Waxing Moon, in Gemini, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/ Athaya, a day for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures. Good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 5:00 A.M.
Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:30 A.M., and are 56.3 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 5:46 P.M., lasting 62.7 minnutes. Sun in Pisces, Mercury in Pisces, Venus in Aries, Mars stationary retrograde in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, Saturn retrograde in Libra.
Another day of reining in reckless (and potentially harmful) behaviour. Expect to ignore at least one episode of egregious grandstanding by others; they will be seen for the fools they are, so no need for you to comment. Magically, a day for actively calming the tides of chaos and destruction.