Crystals
Tektite
Black or Dark Brown, Green (Moldavite)
Glassy, densely translucent
Because Tektite is a meteorite, it is quite rare but available from specialists shops
Middle and Far East, Philippines, Polynesia, can occur worldwide.
Because of its extraterrestrial origin, Tektite is believed to enhance communication with other worlds and to encourage spiritual growth through absorption and retention of higher knowledge.
Thulite
Pink, Rose, White, Red, Grey
Granulated mass
Obtained from specialist stores
Norway
A dramatic stone with a powerful link to the life force, stimulating healing and regeneration, Thulite is helpful wherever there is resistance to overcome.
Tiger's Eye
Brown-Yellow, Pink, Blue, Red
Banded, slightly shiny
Easily obtained
US, Mexico, India, Australia, South Africa
Tiger's Eye combines the earth energy with the energies of the sun to create high vibrational state that is nevertheless grounded , drawing the spiritual energies to earth.
Blue Tiger's Eye is calming and releases stress
Gold Tiger's Eye aids in paying attention to detail, warning against complacency.
Red Tiger's Eye is a stimulating stone that overcomes lethargy and provides motivation.
Hawk's Eye- A banded "Hawk-like" form of Tiger's Eye, Hawk's Eye is an excellent stone for healing the earth's energy and for grounding energy.
Herb
Horseradish
Part Used: Taproot.
Collection: The roots are collected in the winter and stored in sand.
Horseradish is an old household remedy useful wherever a stimulating herb is called for. It can be used in influenza and fevers as a rough equivalent to Cayenne. It stimulates the digestive process while easing wind and griping pains. It has been used in cases of urinary infection. Externally it has a stimulating action similar to Mustard Seed. It can be used for rheumatism and as a poultice in bronchitis.
The fresh root is often used as a vegetable
Infusion: Pour a cup of boiling water onto 1 teaspoonful of the powdered or chopped root. Leave to infuse for five minutes. This should be drunk three times a day should be drunk three times a day or more often when being used to treat influenza or fevers.
Horsetail
Parts Used: Dried aerial stems.
Collections: Collect in the early summer. Cut the plant just above the ground, hang in bundles, and dry in an airy place.
Horsetail is an excellent astringent for the genitourinary system, reducing hemorrhage and healing wounds, thanks to the high silica content. While it acts as a mild diuretic, its toning and stringent actions make it invaluable in the treatment of incontinence and bed-wetting in children. It is considered a specific in cases of inflammation or benign enlargement of the prostate gland. Externally, it is a vulnerary (healing wounds). In some cases, it has been found to ease the pain of rheumatism and stimulate the healing of chilblains.
Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto 2 teaspoonfuls of the dried plant and let infuse for 15- 20 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day.
Bath: a useful bath can be made to help in rheumatic pain and chilblains. Allow 3.5 ounces of the herb to steep in hot water for an hour. Add this to bath.
Hydrangea
Parts Used: Dried roots and rhizome.
Collection: The roots should be unearthed in the fall. Clean and slice while still fresh, as they become very hard on drying.
Hydrangea's greatest use is in the treatment of inflamed or enlarged prostate glands. It may also be used for urinary stones or gravel associated with infections such as cystitis.
Decoction: put 2 teaspoonfuls of the root in a cup of water, bring to boil, and simmer for 10- 15 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day.
Birthdays
Pisces ( February 19 - March 20)
Element: Water
Ruling Planets: Jupiter, the philosopher and Neptune, the speculator
Symbol: Two Fishes
Tarot card: The Moon (intuition)
Number: 7
Favorable colors: Green, Silver, violet
Key phrase: I uncover hidden depths.
Love Matches: Cancer, Scorpio, and Capricorn
March 17
"Today I will confront my fears with boldness"
The Birthday of magical sparkle
Your greatest challenge is to make a commitment and stick to it
On the Dark Side: Self-effacing, irresponsible, flighty
At Your Best: Inspired, hardworking, adaptable
March 18
"Today I will seek out opportunities to be kind"
The birthday of spiritual strength.
Your greatest challenge is spending enough time with loved ones
On the Dark Side: Obsessive, needy, ruthless
At Your Best: Powerful, resilient, courageous
March 19
"I am ready to open up my world to something new"
The birthday of true grit
Your greatest challenge is learning to listen to the viewpoints of others
On the Dark Side: Inflexible, depressed, materialistic
At Your Best: Determined, charming, thorough
Birthstone
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