05/09/09
You may not have noticed, but it's been awhile since I last blogged.
This is mainly due to all my wonderful clients that have been calling. It has been a great month of May so far, and that's a good sign.
Speaking of signs, May itself has several along with other mystical properties.
MAY:
May is the fifth month of the year in the Gregorian Calendar and one of seven Gregorian months with the length of 31 days. It is also a month within the northern season of spring.
The month may have been named for the Greek goddess Maia, who was identified with the Roman era goddess of fertility, Bona Dea, whose festival was held in May.
In both common Western calendrical systems, no other month begins on the same day of the week as May. This month and June are the only two months that have this.
BIZARRE May Holidays to Observe:
May 1 is . . . . . Mother Goose Day and Save The Rhino Day
May 2 is . . . . . Fire Day
May 3 is . . . . . Lumpy Rug Day
May 4 is . . . . . National Candied Orange Peel Day
May 5 is . . . . . National Hoagie Day
May 6 is . . . . . Beverage Day
May 7 is . . . . . International Tuba Day, Paste Up Day, and National Roast Leg of Lamb Day
May 8 is . . . . . No Socks Day and Have A Coke Day
May 9 is . . . . . Lost Sock Memorial Day
May 10 is . . . . Clean Up Your Room Day
May 11 is . . . . Eat What You Want Day and Twilight Zone Day
May 12 is . . . . Limerick Day
May 13 is . . . . Leprechaun Day
May 14 is . . . . National Dance Like A Chicken Day
May 15 is . . . . National Chocolate Chip Day
May 16 is . . . . Wear Purple For Peace Day
May 17 is . . . . Pack Rat Day
May 18 is . . . . International Museum Day and Visit Your Relatives Day
May 19 is . . . . Frog Jumping Jubilee Day
May 20 is . . . . Eliza Doolittle Day
May 21 is . . . . National Memo Day and National Waitresses/Waiters Day
May 22 is . . . . Buy-A-Musical-Instrument Day
May 23 is . . . . Penny Day
May 24 is . . . . National Escargot Day
May 25 is . . . . National Tap Dance Day
May 26 is . . . . Grey Day
May 27 is . . . . Body Painting Arts Festival
May 28 is . . . . National Hamburger Day
May 29 is . . . . End Of The Middle Ages Day
May 30 is . . . . My Bucket's Got A Hole In It Day
May 31 is . . . . National Macaroon Day
TRADITIONAL MAY EVENTS:
In the Roman Catholic calendar, May 1 is the feast of St. Joseph the worker. In the Catholic Church the month of May is dedicated to and honors the Blessed Virgin Mary.
In the neopagan Wheel of the Year May begins on Beltane in the northern hemisphere and Samhain in the southern hemisphere.
In the Irish calendar May 1 is Beltane (Bealtaine), the first day of Summer, and a public holiday is held on the first Monday in May.
In many countries, May Day is May 1. This is celebrated as Labor Day in many countries.
In the United Kingdom, May Day is May 1, but a public holiday is held on the first Monday in May.
In Germany it is an old custom to plant a "tree of May" to honor someone. Often young men set up an adorned birch in front of their girlfriend's house in the night before May 1.
In Japan, the period from April 29 to May 5, which includes 4 different holidays, is called "Golden Week". Many workers have up to 10 days off. There is also 'May sickness', where new students or workers start to be tired of their new routine. (In Japan the schoolyear and fiscal year start on April 1st)
3rd May the Polish Constitution Day is Celebrate in Poland.
The first Saturday in May is the date of the annual Kentucky Derby, the most famous horse race in the United States.
May 4th in the Netherlands is the day of Remembrance of the Dead, commemorating all the casualties in military conflicts involving the Netherlands.
Cinco de Mayo or the Batalla de Puebla is celebrated in Mexico on May 5. It is also celebrated widely in the United States.
May 5th is the Children's Day in Japan, Korea and China
May 5th is Liberation Day in the Netherlands, celebrating the ending of the German occupation.
In the Europe May 5 is Europe Day (uncommon usage, largely replaced by May 9)
In Western Europe May 8 is VE Day. In Eastern Europe it is celebrated on May 9.
In the European Union May 9 is Europe Day
Golden Spike Day (1869 - Completion of the First Transcontinental Railroad - Promontory Summit, Utah)
On May 12, International Nurses Day is celebrated.
Finland's Day in Finland on the 12th of May.
May 12 is also International Awareness Day for Chronic Immunological and Neurological Diseases (CIND). These diseases include Neurofibromatosis, Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS)/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Fibromyalgia, Gulf War Syndrome and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity.
On May 17, the Norwegian Constitution Day is celebrated.
In Chile, the Battle of Iquique (Combate Naval de Iquique), is celebrated on May 21, and it is a national holiday.
Eritrea celebrates its Independence Day (Independence from Ethiopia) on May 24.
In Ecuador, May 24 is remembered and celebrated as the day of the Battle of Pichincha - May 24, 1823.
In Argentina, the May Revolution (or Revolución de Mayo), a national holiday, is on May 25.
Towel Day is celebrated in May in tribute to Douglas Adams, author of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.
Under the French Ancien Régime, it was of habit to "plant a May" or a "tree of May" in the honor of somebody. The County of Nice saw girls and boys "turn the May" with the sound of fife and drum, i.e. to dance rounds of May around the tree of May planted on the place of the village.
The second Sunday in May is Mother's Day in the United States.
Each year in May, the Eurovision Song Contest is held.
The Indianapolis 500 is held on the Sunday before Memorial Day.
Labor Day in Queensland, Australia is celebrated on the 1st Monday in May.
In Canada, Victoria Day is celebrated on the last Monday on or before May 24.
Monthlong events in May
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month - celebration of Asian and Pacific Islanders in the United States.
Mental Health Awareness Month - raising awareness about mental illness in the United States.
National Military Appreciation Month - in the United States to recognize and honor the US Armed Forces.
May is traditionally devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary in Roman Catholic traditions. May crowning occurs in some locales at the beginning of the month.
In New Zealand, May is the New Zealand Music Month.
May is Older Americans Month in the United States, established by John F. Kennedy in 1963.
Weeklong Events in May
3rd Week in May
The League of American Bicyclists is promoting Bike-to-Work Week from May 15-19 and Bike-to-Work Day on Friday, May 19.
May Moving Events
Eastern Christianity celebrates Easter on a Sunday between April 4 and May 8.
On the full moon of May, Vesak is celebrated in many southeast Asian countries; it commemorates Siddhartha Gautama.
In Canada, Victoria Day is observed on the Monday on or before May 24. In Quebec, it is known as Patriots Day.
First or second Friday
In the United States, Military Spouse Day is observed on the Friday preceding Mother's Day.
First Saturday
In Kentucky, United States, the Kentucky Derby
Second Sunday
Is Mother's Day in Anguilla, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Bangladesh, Belgium, Belize, Bermuda, Bonaire, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Croatia, Curaçao, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Grenada, Honduras, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Latvia, Malta, Malaysia, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Suriname, Switzerland, Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, United States, Uruguay, Venezuela, Zimbabwe.
Second Saturday
World Fair Trade Day is celebrated.
Last Monday
In the United States, Memorial Day, a public holiday, is on May 30, but observed on the last Monday in May.
Last Sunday
Is Mother's Day in Algeria, Dominican Republic, France, Haiti, Mauritius, Morocco, Sweden, Tunisia.
May symbols
May's birthstone is the emerald which means love or success.
Its birth flower is the Lily of the Valley and the Crataegus monogyna.
Rune of the Day:
HAGALAZ
HAGAL (h)
HAIL
A rune sacred to Heindall the watcher and Mordgud, keeper of the icy bridge to the underworld.
Right Side
A rune that warns of illness. Hagal means hail and is symbolic of uncontrolled and destructive forces. It is a time of upheaval, discord and disruption and general bad luck. There will be setbacks and problems all which need to be endured in order to come through on the other side.
Reversed
This rune reversed is indicative of uncontrollable events leading to delays.
Hagalaz is from The Second Aett HNIJEiYPZS (Hagal's Aett) "The watcher Heindall keeper of the Rainbow bridge to the Heavens; the icy bridge to the Underworld. Keywords: Limitation, Fate, The Inner Journey.
Deck of the Day:
Celestial Tarot
I'm featuring this blog the 'Celestial Tarot' deck. Most of my past blogs have featured cards from decks mainly because they came with good reputation and had great artwork.
This deck is no less in both departments, but it's difference is that I actually own this pack myself. As a matter of fact, it was just bought a few days ago. I bet you wouldn't believe that I collect tarot decks ;-)
The Celestial Tarot is from the author of the Spiral Tarot, Kay Steventon. The pretty, non-traditional images directly associate astrology, the planets, and the constellations with the 78 Tarot cards. Twenty-two majors are zodiacal constellations and ten planets (Pluto is counted as a planet) of astrology. Each minor suit is associated with an astrological element of fire, earth, air and water. The system includes Golden Dawn decanates, astrology, astronomy, myth and symbolism. Now available with a companion book as well as a standalone deck.
By Kay Steventon & Brian Clark
Tarot Deck - 78 Cards - Published by US Games 2004
Review by Bonnie Cehovet(1)
"Embedded in the night sky are archetypal images, symbols, and stories that have enchanted the human soul for aeons." (From "The Celestial Tarot")
Artist/astrologer Kay Steventon and author/lecturer Brian Clark together have created a stunning blend of the myths and symbols of astronomy with the tool of astrological divination. The mysteries that are the Tarot emerge in a very different manner, one that is unique and empowering. It is a guide to the heavens, as well as a guide to our inner selves.
While this deck follows the traditional structure of the Tarot (the Major Arcana retain their traditional titles, with Strength as VIII and Judgment as XI; the suits are Wands, Cups, Swords, and Pentacles; the Court Cards are King, Queen, Prince, and Princess), it is overtly based on the traditions of astronomy, astrology, and mythology.
The twenty-two cards of the Major Arcana are represented by the twelve zodiacal constellations and the ten planets of contemporary astrology. In the Minor Arcana, we encounter what the author terms "extra-zodiacal" constellations. The Minor Arcana us divided into decants, with the thought of adding insight and symbolism to each card. In the Court Cards, the Princesses each embody a season, while the Prince, Queen and King each embody the fixed, mutable, and cardinal signs of each element.
In his introduction, Clark notes that Steventon's work was influenced in part by the works of C.C. Zain and Raphael Binding.
The presentation of the cards in the LWB (Little White Book) that accompanies this deck is text only - no scans. The section on the Major Arcana begins with a chart associating each of the Major Arcana cards with an element, an astrological planet, an astrological sign, and a Hebrew letter. Each card is presented by number, title, and astrological association. From the LWB:
"IX. The Hermit: Virgo, The Wise Virgin
At this point in the journey we meet the Hermit, the Major Arcana card associated with Virgo, the harvest maiden, intertwining the paradoxical themes of fertility and purity. In "Celestial Tarot", she holds the wheat in her left hand and disseminates seeds with her right. This card depicts the season of withdrawal. For psyche the season of the harvest has come, it is time to withdraw to prepare and reflect. In the background is the traditional image of the Hermit holding the lamp of inner guidance necessary during this time. Virgo embodies the wisdom of cycles, a respect for fate and openness to destiny. The Hermit augurs a period of meditation where the inner world is fortified to prepare for a major shift on the life path."
I am sure that you noted here that each card appears as part of a series, part of the journey of individuation that the Tarot is. I liked this aspect of this deck, and felt that it was presented well.
At the beginning on the section for each suit, there is a chart listing associations for astrological harmonic/mode, constellation, decant (for Ace through Nine), and ruler of the decant (for Ace through Nine). The cards are each presented by number and suit, mythological character, and discussion. From the LWB:
"The Two of Wands: Cetus"
When the Two of Wands is drawn the horizon is alight with numerous possibilities. Although confronted by the sea monster Cetus, a bold vision of he future is implicit in the card. In myth, monsters are guardians of treasure and symbolize what needs to be overcome in order to claim the wealth. A new business venture, academic idea, course of study, or relationship may call the individual to move away from their current routine. The Two of Wands calls us to action. Psychologically the card reminds us that courage and heroism are necessary to move forward."
The Court Cards are presented by title and suit, mode and element, followed by a discussion of the card. From the LWB:
"The Queen Of Pentacles: Fixed Earth
Sovereign of the sensual and pleasurable aspects of life, the Queen crowns herself with the pentacle. As mistress of her resourceful earthy domain, she embodies the incarnate realm and oversees seasonal cycles, intimately knowing the need to sustain and preserve life. At her foot is the bull, emblematic of abundance and fertility as well as the power to enable her to be grounded through difficult passages. Characteristic of a sensual and stable woman, the Queen implies a developing relationship with an internal sense of security and confidence to be in the world. When this card appears it parallels a time of deserving life's rewards and riches."
At the end of the LWB there is a short section on doing readings, along with a presentation of the traditional Celtic Cross spread.
The cards themselves are 2 3/4" by 4 3/5", and made of good quality, coated card stock. the backs of the cards show a light blue, 1/4" border surrounding a deeper blue night sky, replete with stars. It would not be possible to tell if the card had been drawn in the upright or the reversed position.
The card faces carry the same light blue border surrounding the card illustration. For the Major Arcana, the number, in Roman Numerals, and title are printed on the bottom of the card, with the astrological association printed across the top. For the numbered cards of the Minor Arcana, the number and suit are printed across the bottom of the card, with the mythological character represented in the card printed along the top of the card. For the Court Cards, the title and suit are printed along the bottom of the card, with the modality and elemental quality printed along the top of the card.
The artwork is stunning, and strongly carries the character of fantasy. Toss in astrological and elemental symbology, along with Hebrew letters, and this deck rocks! I loved going through the cards and looking for the symbols and the intricate details. The overall tone is a little dark, as far as coloring goes, with deep blue/lavender backgrounds, with imagery in gold, white, lighter lavender, blues and greens, with some bronze/red.
It is very hard for me to pick favorite cards with this deck, as I like so many of them! The Fool certainly stands out: associated with the planet Uranus, the Fool is seen as acting suddenly and unexpectedly. He is shown as a small, naked figure against the night sky, arms up and in an apparent freefall. The lower half of the card appears to be a choppy sea, with the shoulders, head, and upraised arm of a male figure shown in the upper half, against a light lavender background.
The Hermit, associated with Virgo, shows a female figure standing, holding a stalk of wheat in her left hand, while disseminating seeds with her right. She appears to be standing on a cloud. The traditional figure of the Hermit, with upraised lantern, is placed behind her.
The Ace of Wands carries the story of Cassiopeia. She is shown, resting against a light lavender background, contemplating the palm leaves in her right hand.
The Queen of Swords is a daunting character, shown seated on her throne, with an upright sword in her left hand, while her right hand is outstretched, and she appears to be pointing her finger. It also appears that there is a chain of some kind hanging from her right hand, but I have no clue what it is supposed to be. Behind the outstretched right arm we see what appears to be a nude figure against the night sky.
While this is not a deck for beginners, it is a deck for those who want to work with astrological associations, or those who are interested in myth. This deck certainly could be used for readings, but it would also work well for meditation and journeying.
(1)Bonnie Cehovet is Certified Tarot Grand Master, a professional Tarot reader with over ten years experience, a Reiki Master/Teacher and a writer. Bonnie has served in various capacities with the American Tarot Association, is co-founder of the World Tarot Network, and Vice President (as well as Director of Certification) for the American Board For Tarot Certification. She has had articles appear in the 2004 and 2005 Llewellyn Tarot Reader.
Color & Meaning(s):
Color Gold
It is no surprise that gold symbolizes wealth used wisely, but it is also the symbol of good health. People who favor the color gold are optimistic.
Gold Energy
The tibetan Buddhist believes in 5 sacred stones: the crystal for light, turquoise for infinity of sea and sky, coral for life and form, gold for the golden ray of the sun, silver for the light of the moon. Gold is intimately linked with Divinity and those gods associated with the Sun. It symbolizes wealth and success.
Put some gold in your life when you want:
increased personal power
relaxation and enjoyment of life
good health
success
Wearing Gold
Wearing gold in everyday life increases personal power, and promotes courage, confidence and willpower. Gold chains worn around the neck preserve health.
My apprentice reader and
the haunted factory
I mentioned in a past blog when capitializing on the original playing card decks used for divination (Cartomancy is the term used for such) that I had given my neice a regular deck of playing cards with Tinkerbell as the theme. Really cute cards for my cute neice.
Last week, I went to her house and asked for my reading. This was her assignment after I gave her the cards along with card definitions printed out for her studies. She asked me to learn to read the cards, by the way.
We went to an area in an old factory building claimed to have paranormal activities in the area we were in by the owners son. I didn't feel this necessary, but, my neice was with other friends and they are all 16 - 19 years of age. So, I went along with their 'ghost hunt', but thought I'd make it productive for me, too. So I grabbed my pendulum and stuck it in my pocket on my way out the door following the group.
The factory was just across the street, so the hike was short. Once there, my neice set up her cards on a table-like stand and a few gathered around to get a reading. While she practiced up a bit before reading mine, I went with the sons owner to a dark area in the building. I pointed to it at first and asked him what was that, as I had already felt the vibe (you other psychics know what I mean)...similiar to, if not the same as when the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end.
I had already took the pendulum out of my pocket and had it hanging down when it noticed it begin swinging in a circle...uh-oh, it was swinging in a counter-clockwise circle. That's my pendulums way of reading negative engergy. So, off to the dark room I walked, watching the pendulum swing with more and more intense engery and force. Once we walked into the room...nothing. Just darkness.
After going back to where the card readings were being done, I overheard them chatting about the great reading they got and the approval my neice had earned while I was away.
She asked me if I was ready for my reading and I told her if she wanted, she could, however, I had heard enough to give her a passing grade. She was thrilled. I told her, however, we had to lose the 'cheat sheet' before we got a REAL tarot deck. I'm waiting for her birthday, anyway...shhhh!
As far as the haunting of the factory, my analysis...YES, it's got paranormal activity! Is it negative or harmful? I don't think so, it was too peaceful in that room.
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