1st Quarter

The waxing Moon is in Leo

Leo draws emphasis to the self to central ideas, or institutions, away from the connections with others and emotional needs. People tend to be melodramatic.

Thursday is ruled by the planet Jupiter and it's influences over the day are expansion, money, prosperity and generosity.

The color of the day is Green.
The scent of the day is Carnation


Llewellyn's 2009 Almanac

May 20, 2009 - Wednesday

4th Quarter

The Sun transitions into Gemini at 5:51pm est.

The waning Moon is in Aries

Aries is a good time for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but
quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.


Wednesday is ruled by the planet Mercury and it's influences over the day are travel, study, wisdom, conscious mind and divination.


The color of the day is White.
The scent of the day is Lavender


Llewellyn's 2009 Almanac

Wednesday - May 13, 2009

3rd Quarter
The waning Moon is in Capricorn.

Capricorn develops strong structure. Focus on traditions, responsibilities and obligations. A good time to set boundaries and rules.

Wednesday is ruled by the planet Mercury and it's influences over the day are travel, study, wisdom, conscious mind and divination.

The color of the day is Brown.
The scent of the day is Honeysuckle.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

3rd Quarter
The waning Moon is in Sagittarius.

Sagittarius encourages flights of imagination and confidence. This Moon sign is adventurous, philosophical and athletic. Favors expansion and growth.

Monday is ruled by the Moon and it's influences over the day are peace, healing, caring, psychic awareness and purification.

The color of the day is Silver.
The scent of the day is Lily.

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Getting a jump on Friday - May 8, 2009

2nd Quarter
The Moon is in Scorpio.

Scorpio increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crisis and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive under this Moon sign.

Friday is ruled by the planet Venus and it's influences over the day are love, friendship, beauty and reconciliation.

The color of the day is Rose.
The scent of the day is Violet.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

May 6, 2009 - Wednesday

2nd Quarter
The Moon is in Libra.

Libra favors cooperation, compromise, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance and partnership.
Wednesday is ruled by the planet Mercury and it's influences over the day are conscious mind, travel, study, wisdom and divination.

The color of the day is Yellow.
The scent of the day is Bay laurel.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Cino de Mayo - May 5, 2009 - Tuesday

2nd Quarter
The Moon is in Virgo and transitions into Libra at 5:51am est.

Virgo favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focus in health, hygeine and daily schedules.

Libra favors cooperation, compromise, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance and partnership.

Tuesday is ruled by the planet Mars and it's influences over the day are passion, aggression, sex, courage and protection.

The color of the day is Gray.
The scent of the day is Basil.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

May 4, 2009 - Monday

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2nd Quarter
The Moon is in Virgo.

Virgo favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focus in health, hygeine and daily schedules.

Monday is ruled by the Moon and it's influences over the day are peace, healing, caring psychic awareness and purification.

The color of the day is Lavender.
The scent of the day is Sage.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

May 2, 2009 - Saturday

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2nd Quarter
The Moon is in Leo.

Leo draws the emphasis to the self, to central ideas or institutions, away from connections with others and emotional needs. People will tend to be melodramatic.

Saturday is ruled by the planet Saturn and it's influences over the day are longevity, exorcism, endings, homes and houses.

The color of the day is Gray.
The scent of the day is Pine.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Beltane - May Day - May 1, 2009 - Friday

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2nd Quarter begins at 4:44pm est.
The Moon is in Leo.

Leo draws the emphasis to the self, to central ideas or institutions, away from connections with others and emotional needs. People will tend to be melodramatic.

Friday is ruled by the planet Venus and it's influences over the day are love, friendship, beauty and reconciliation.

The color of the day is Purple.
The scent of the day is Thyme.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

April 30, 2009 - Thursday

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1st Quarter
The Moon is in Cancer and transitions in Leo at 8:56pm est.

Cancer stimulates emotional rapport between people. Pinpoints need, supports growth and nurturing, Tend to domestic concerns.

Leo draws the emphasis to the self, to central ideas or institutions, away from connections with others and emotional needs. People will tend to be melodramatic.

Thursday is ruled by the planet Jupiter and it's influences over the day are expansion. money, prosperity and generosity

The color of the day is Crimson.
The scent of the day is Jasmine.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

April 28, 2009 - Tuesday

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1st Quarter
The Moon is in Gemini and transitions into Cancer at 6:38pm est.

Things begun when the Moon is in Gemini are easily changed by outside influence. Time for shot cuts communications, games and fun.

Cancer stimulates emotional rapport between people. Pinpoints need, supports growth and nurturing, Tend to domestic concerns.

Tuesday is ruled by the planet Mars and it's influences over the day are passion, aggression, courage, sex and protection.

The color of the day is Gray.
The scent of the day is Cedar.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

April, 27, 2009 - Monday

1st Quarter

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The Moon is in Gemini

Things begun when the Moon is in Gemini are easily changed by outside influence. Time for shot cuts communications, games and fun.

Monday is ruled by the Moon and it's influences over the day are peace, caring healing, psychic awareness and purification.

The color of the day is Ivory.
The scent of the day is Neroli.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

New Moon - April 24, 2009 - Friday

4th Quarter - New Moon at 11:22pm est.

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The Moon is in Aries and transitions in Taurus at 2:46pm est.

The Moon in Aries is a good time for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.

Things begun when the Moon is in Taurus do last, tend to increase in value and become hard to alter. Brings out appreciation for beauty and sensory experience.

Friday is ruled by the planet Venus and it's influences over the day are love, friendship, reconciliation and beauty.

The color of the day is Coral.
The scent of the day is Rose.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

4th Quarter

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The Moon is in Aries.

The Moon in Aries is a good time for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.

Thursday is ruled by the planet Jupiter and it's influences over the day are expansion, money, prosperity and generosuty

The color of the day is White.
The scent of the day is Carnation.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Earth Day! April 22, 2009 - Wednesday

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4th Quarter

The Moon is in Pisces and transitions into Aries at 10:09am est

When the Moon is in Pisces the focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic endeavors.

The Moon in Aries is a good time for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.

Wednesday is ruled by the planet Mercury and it's influences over the day are travel, study, wisdom, conscious mind and divination.

The color of the day is Brown.
The scent of the day is Marjoram.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Tuesday - April 21, 2009

4th Quarter

The Moon is in Pisces.

When the Moon is in Pisces the focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic endeavors.

Tuesday is ruled by the planet Mars and it's influences over the day are passion, aggression, courage, sex and protection.

The color of the day is Black.
The scent of the day is Geranium.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Look what you could win....

This month Kathy and I are thrilled to be featuring our dearest friend

and fellow crafty sister

Suzanne Colucci of Belandaria Designs!

Her artistic offering is a stunning Handmade Artisan Sterling Silver Peace Charm Pendant Necklace, perfect for Spring and it could be yours!

This is one of the designs from her affirmation series of sterling silver originals. As a relavent topic of current day, this necklace states that we need, peace in the world.

A handformed circle of sterling silver supports beautiful peace charms and wire worked gemstones including blue topaz faceted tear drop, pearl, crystal, and opalite.

The necklace itself is a petite sterling silver chain, with a classic lobster clasp. The chain is approximately 17" (plus a 2" extender). It is truly gorgeous and unique piece and we are certain you will love it!


Here's all you have to do to enter:

1. Click here to visit her shop Belandaria Designs.

2. Once there, pick out your favorite item in the shop.....When your finished, exit the shop and you'll return to this blog.

3. Come back to this post and post a comment telling everyone what you liked about the item you picked. (See "Comment" button below.)

4. PLEASE be sure to leave your contact information, either your email address or Etsy shop if you have one, so we can reach you if you win! The winner will be contacted on or after April 30, 2009. If after a week we haven't heard from that winner, we'll pick another winner.


5. We will draw the winner's name on the last day of the month, 4/30/09 after 5pm/pst.


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Wednesday - April 15, 2009

3rd Quarter

The Moon is in Capricorn.

Capricorn develops strong structure. Focus on traditions, responsibilities and obligations. A good time to set boundaries and rules.

Wednesday is ruled by the planet Mercury and it's influences over the day are travel, study, wisdom, conscious mind and divination.

The color of the day is Topaz.
The scent of the day is Bay laurel.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Good Friday - April 10, 2009

3rd Quarter

The Moon is in Libra and transitions into Scorpio at 5:23am est

Libra favors cooperation, compromise, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance and partnership.

Scorpio increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crisis and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood under this Moon sign.

Friday is ruled by the planet Venus and it's influences over the day are love, friendship, beauty and reconciliation.

The color of the day is Pink.
The scent of the day is Thyme.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Pasach Begins - Chag Sameach!! Thursday - April 9, 2009

2nd Quarter - Full Moon at 10:56am est .

The Moon is in Libra.

Libra favors cooperation, compromise, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance and partnership.

Thursday is ruled by the planet Jupiter and it's influences over the day are expansion, money, prosperity and generosity.

The color of the day is Turquoise.
The scent of the day is Mulberry.

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Wednesday - April 8, 2009

2nd Quarter .

The Moon is in Libra.

Libra favors cooperation, compromise, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance and partnership.

Wednesday is ruled by the planet Mercury and it's influences over the day are travel, study, conscious mind, wisdom and divination.

The color of the day is Yellow.
The scent of the day is Honeysuckle

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

2nd Quarter .

The Moon is in Virgo and transitions into Libra at 11:22pm est.

Virgo favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focus on health, hygiene and daily routine.

Libra favors cooperation, compromise, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance and partnership.

Tuesday is ruled by the planet Mars and it's influences over the day are passion, aggression, sex, courage and protection.

The color of the day is Red.
The scent of the day is Ylang-ylang

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Monday - April 6, 2009

2nd Quarter .

The Moon is in Virgo.

Virgo favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focus on health, hygiene and daily routine.

Monday is ruled by the Moon and it's influences over the day are peace, healing, psychic awareness and purification.

The color of the day is Lavender.
The scent of the day is Hyssop

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac

Palm Sunday - April 5, 2009

2nd Quarter .

The Moon is in Leo and transitions into Virgo at 7:01pm est..

Leo draws emphasis to the self, to central ideas or institutions, away from connection with others and emotional needs. People tend to be melodramatic under this signs influence.

Virgo favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focus on health, hygiene and daily routine.

Sunday is ruled by the Sun and it's influences over the day are healing, spirituality, success, strength and protection.

The color of the day is Orange.
The scent of the day is Frankincense

Llywellyn's 2009 Almanac