Of the Birthday April 28

Crystal

Hematoid Calcite

Reddish Yellow

Large squares or planes of opaque crystal

Fairly easily obtained

US, Britain, Belgium, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Peru, Iceland, Romania

Combining the stabilizing power of Hematite with the purifying energies of Calcite, Hematoid Calcite is an excellent stone for grounding and assimilating influxes of energy--hold it or place over the base chakra for five or ten minutes or until the energy stabilizes. 

Honey Phantom Calcite (Mariposa Calcite) gives a protective coating of purifying light to the biomagnetic sheath and imparts physical endurance to the body. 

Herb

Pansy

Common Name: Heartsease.

Parts Used: Aerial parts

Collection: The herb can be collected throughout its growing season from March to August

Pansy is used commonly in three areas, the skin, lungs, and urinary system. It may be used in eczema and other skin problems where there is exudation (often called weeping) eczema. As an anti-inflammatory expectorant, it is used for whooping cough and acute bronchitis where it will soothe and help the body heal itself. For urinary problems, it will aid in the healing of cystitis and can be used to treat the symptoms of frequent and painful urination. 

Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto 1-2 teaspoonfuls of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk 3 times a day. 

Birthday

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Element: Earth

Ruling Planets: Venus, the lover

Symbol: The Bull

Tarot card: The Heirophant (determination)

Number:6

Favorable colors: Green, Pink, Pale Blue

Key phrase: I have what I need.

Love Matches: Cancer, Virgo, and Capricorn

April 28

"Today and everyday I take time to find the quiet and stillness within me."

The Birthday of the conductor.

Your greatest challenge is learning to let go

On the Dark Side: Inflexible, over-protective, blunt

At Your Best: Radiant, focused, dependable.

Birthstone