Aries 2008 Edition
Happy Birthday Ariens!
The Vernal equinox (in the Northern Hemisphere) is
the beginning of the new zodiacal year. The rise of the constellation
Aries indicates the beginning of a new cycle in evolutionary
development. Aries, symbolized variously by the ram, ewe or lamb, has
represented new starts since antiquity. Spring fever is not just a
cliché. It is that impatient feeling we all have during the time the Sun
is passing through Aries. We feel full of (Aries) new ideas and new
starts but we may not have the (Taurus) resources, time or proper
weather just yet to carry them out. Take advantage of this creative
energy by making plans and getting in shape. The active time of the year
is here.
The monthly installment of The Great Astrological
Light Bulb Joke:
Q: How many Aries does it take to change a light
bulb?
A: Just one. You want to make something of it?
Note: I have no idea who originally wrote this.
Erika sent it to me years ago and I still think it’s as funny as it is
insightful!
From Inga's
Table of Intentions, here
are some Aries qualities & activities:
Courage, healing injury, physical
sports
From Inga's The Moon Through
The Signs:
Energy characteristics of this sign: Independence, burning passion and
physical force
When the Moon is in this sign, begin these types of
projects: Relating to ambition and energetic energy
This sign is conducive to: Instigating change, winning
competitions or putting impulse before reason
From Inga's "What Gemstones Should I Wear?" chart,
Aries stones are:
Color:
Clear red
Gemstones:
Ruby,
carnelian, red
jasper, garnet
Qualities:
Courage, initiating
new projects, physical vitality, energy
A Stone Of The Sign - Poppy Jasper:
This
pendant is a poppy jasper cabochon set in a whimsical, wrapped setting
of sterling silver wire. Poppy jasper, according to tradition, resonates
with Aries and is used for energy, physical vitality and initiating
activity. It will help you shake off sadness, start a new project,
enhance your assertiveness for engaging in competition or
self-promotion. Jaspers relate to the root chakra and help with matters
of cleansing, stability and grounding. Silver is a conductor of energy
and is said to aid in communication, it improves the transmission of
nerve impulses. According to tradition, it is a good metal for healing
purposes because it is in tune with the body. Silver can reduce anxiety
and help you to relax when solving problems. It is believed to help
conduct the energy of stones into your body and auric field.
Click here to see
more of Inga's creations in her jewelry catalog.

The
Duncan Domain
Dear friends,
Since Capricorn of 1999, we've been hosting get togethers on the first
Friday of each month. It's been a wonderful adventure due to the energy
of each Sign and all of you who have graced our home. At this juncture,
we'd like to change things around a bit and embark on a new path, as
follows:
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Effective immediately, we will no longer be
having first Friday get togethers.
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They are being replaced with four parties
per year, based
on the four Cardinal points and Seasons, and held on the
nearest Saturday.
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The first day of Spring and Aries, the Spring
Equinox.
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The first day of Summer and Cancer, the Summer
Solstice.
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The first day of Fall and Libra, the Autumnal
Equinox.
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The first day of Winter and Capricorn, the
Winter Solstice.
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We'll have a variety of activities such as an
astrological quiz, an appropriate and simple ritual to honor the
Solstice or Equinox, and other fun stuff.
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And we'll have the usual good food, those awesome
brownies and a wide variety of beverages.
We will continue to update our website each month with
the appropriate Sign and email you as usual. The party schedule will
be added to our home page and we'll send out an Evite a month in advance. So please join us in June to celebrate the
Summer Solstice. -- Scott Bruce Duncan */:-)
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