The New MOON of May falls closely following the sacred pagan cross-quarter day of Beltane or May Day. This fire celebration of fertility and fun has been observed and ritualized for millennia. The eve of April 30, rolling into May 1 is considered to be the gateway into summertime in the northern hemisphere. The day considered to be the beginning of Summer in our modern era, Summer Solstice, is actually the peak of the season. You'll hear the word midsummer, and this is why; I

On April 29, at 5:57pm, Pacific time. We are blessed with a Full Moon at 9 degrees Scorpio, conjunct expansive Jupiter. What a rich treat! The Goddess is Alive and Magic is Afoot, artist unknown It bleeds and blends seamlessly into the closely following Beltane eve. Beltane is a pagan, cross-quarter day, that is celebrated with bonfires and revelry from dusk til dawn followed by weaving a Maypole on May 1. Papercuts Scherenschnitte Collage The Maypole symbolizes the phallus o