There is no monotheism religion based on a Goddess. Not a single Goddess appears without friends, companions, lovers, children. The presence of the Goddess demands the presences of other Goddesses, and Gods as well. This is comforting to me, for in my vision of a world redeemed, the world made whole, I yearn for connection, … Read more
At 12:25 am Saturday morning (Eastern time), the Moon reaches her fullness in the sign of Sagittarius. This Moon is traditionally called the Flower Moon, also sometimes known as the Full Corn Planting Moon or the Milk Moon. Tonight, the Moon will also undergo a penumbral lunar eclipse, but although the timing is terrific for … Read more
Today, I am honored to share a guest blog post from my brilliant Tarot colleague, Bri Saussy, of Milagro Roots. For the past several days, a group of professional readers that Bri and I hang out with has been discussing the controversy around celebrity psychic Sylvia Browne’s statements regarding Cleveland kidnap victim Amanda Berry. No … Read more
Once upon a time, Mother’s Day was not just another retail event. Its creation was never aimed at selling stuff like flowers and greeting cards, perfume, or jewelry. It came from a much more urgent and universal longing. I love that this is a day set aside to honor the world’s most important people – … Read more
For all those who have been impacted by the trauma of yesterday’s events in Boston, for the helpers and heroes, for the lost, for the friends and families, for all souls in pain, we create a circle of unshakeable, unwavering healing and hope. We extend our helping hands and open hearts to one another. There … Read more
A gathering to promote the rights of girls and education for all in Barrod village of Rajasthan’s Alwar district (2012). Photo: UN Women/Gaganjit Singh Chandok Today is International Women’s Day. Observed since the early 1900s, it is a legal holiday in almost thirty countries, and is celebrated to honor women and our roles in society. … Read more
As reported today via CNN. Enjoy!
Happy New Year to all who celebrate the Lunar Calendar holidays! And warmest wishes to those of us born in 1953 – who are seeing our Water Snake Return! For your enjoyment, here’s a collection of interpretations from here and there on the interwebs: What to expect in the Year of the Water Snake [In … Read more