There's a New Moon in Sagittarius today which made me think to wear my turquoise earrings. Turquoise is considered a star stone of Sagittarius, with topaz more commonly recognized as the birthstone of November. Whether you're a November or December born Sagittarian, this is your stone. My introduction to turquoise was its predominant use in … Continue reading Turquoise, Stone of Sagittarius
The first camellia blooms of the season appeared in my garden this week—a delicate pink and white blossom and a classic red. They begin their season in December in my yard and last through March or April, depending on the severity of the winter. They brighten the wintry days with their pops of color in … Continue reading Camellia, Flower of the Moon
Jupiter is associated with all things of a religious nature ~ the clergy, religious texts, priests and priestesses, altars and shrines. Moon in Sagittarius days are especially well-suited to working on personal altars or shrines you may have in your home or garden. There are many types of altars ~ altars honoring ancestors, those for … Continue reading Tip for Moon in Sagittarius ~ Altars and Shrines
The post was originally written in April of 2012 and is always one of LH&G's most popular posts. Since we're entering Virgo today I thought I'd repost it. The effects of color on our psyche and mood is well documented. Perhaps there’s a clue or two about how using these colors in your home or … Continue reading Home and Self-Care Tips for Virgo ~ Color | Redux
Here's a little anecdote about the power of the trine, a 90° angle between planets' zodiacal positions which almost always points toward ease. Anytime Pluto aspects your Moon, expect some kind of repairs to the home. And anytime Pluto is involved, believe me, you want trines! You want it as easy as it comes. Pluto … Continue reading The Power of the Pluto Trine in Home Repair
As I write this, it's August ~ sweltering, humid, turn up the air conditioning August. It's too hot to even think about bonfires, roasting marshmallows, or stoking the fire. But the stores are already stocking Halloween goodies and it's not too early for shopping! What better time to haunt the stores for the newest Halloween … Continue reading It’s Heads Up for Halloween
Moon in Libra, ruled by Venus, loves all things polished and shiny. Mirrors are one of the tools Venus most admires, making waxing Moon in Libra excellent days for polishing all your mirrors. Don't forget the car mirrors and any mirrors you carry with you. We sometimes catch glimpses of ourselves in windows or pictures … Continue reading Tip of the Day ~ Mirrors
When I first started outdoor gardening ~ after many years of being confined to a window box ~ I ferociously cut back every vine I couldn't identify. Living next to a woody area invites all kinds of evil creepers so I just whacked away. I had no idea then that I was cheating myself out … Continue reading Passion Flower, Flower of Leo and the Sun
What gives the Leo garden the attention it deserves? Flowers in jewel tones, trees and herbs ruled by the Sun and Leo, and lions at the garden gate. A simple way to note a garden devoted to Leo is to attach a lion doorknocker to a post at the garden entrance or centered in a … Continue reading The Leo Garden
Lunar Home and Garden 