Hello, it's been a few days since I've posted, so I want to catch us up with the days and their associations that I missed posting.

Since Friday was the last day posted, let's go on to Saturday, which is ruled by the planet Saturn. The color associated with Saturn is black, which is the combining of all colors and therefor very powerful and diverse in it's attributes. In general, Saturn (and the color black), is usually associated with Justice, Karmic Balance,High Magic,Dark Rituals and Wisdom. This is a day when, if you have a situation involving an injustice to you or yours, you may call the Karma of all involved into balance. Just remember, this can be a double-edged sword, because not only is the Karma called into balance of the one who has done the dis-service - but also the one who was wronged shall have their Karma balanced. So, be careful of this aspect - if you call for Justice and Karmic Balance, make sure that you are ready to have yours balanced as well!

On to Sunday, ruled by the Sun and resonating with the color yellow or gold. This is a day of material wealth (long term prosperity involving things more than actual cash), and physical strength. It is also a day to dispel dis-harmony, to bring about peaceful co-existence between long time enemies. Also a day dedicated to the Gods.

Monday is ruled by the Moon and resonates to white or silver. A day to honor Goddesses. The aspects associated to this day are: Emotional Balance, feminine beauty, and peace.

And now we come to today: Tuesday is governed by the planet Mars. Its color is red and the aspects are more aggressive - not necessarily hostile, but it could be that the energies around you will be much more assertive than usual. Mars energy is also healing by nature. Lust is another strong vibration for Mars.

Now, let's move on to the Herb Lore.

Calendula Flowers:
Protection, legal matters, and psychic/spiritual powers. Pick at noon for comfort and strength. Place garlands of calendula at doors to prevent evil from entering. Scatter under the bed for protection and to make dreams come true. Carry to help justice favor you in court. Touch the flowers with bare feet to better understand birds.
Also Called: Marigold, Summer's Bride, Bride of the Sun, Sun's Gold, Ruddes, Ruddles I like to put these, along with other herbs and flowers, into a sachet to hang in my Reading Room, to help strengthen my Intuitive and Psychic abilities.


Catnip:
Sacred to Bast; should be used in any ritual involving cats or cat deities. Use with rose petals in love sachets. Use in sachets and spells designed to enhance beauty or happiness. Provides protection while sleeping. Mix with Dragon's Blood to rid oneself of a behavioral problem or bad habit. Burn dried leaves for love magick. Grow near the home or hang over the door to attract good spirits and luck.
Also Called: Cat's Play, Catmint, Nip, Nepeta, Field Balm, Catswort, Catnep . Make sure you keep your extra Catnip stored in a tightly sealed, absolutely air-tight container if your familiar is of the feline persuasion or you'll come home one day to herb scattered everywhere and a cat that's drunk as a lord!


Tomorrow I plan to start adding a section in the Blog that will deal with the vibrations leading up to, and the traditions of the Sabbats. I'll start with the next one, which is Litha (also known as the Autumnal Solstice or Midsummer). Well, I have other catching up to do, and more preparation for the upcoming Blue Moon on Thursday, so I'll leave you for now, passing on the Blessings of the Universe to you and yours.