Ezine#1

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by the various articles in this ezine are not necessarily the views of Spirit Circle, but rather the views of the individual authors.

The Not-so-Fine Print: Like I've said before, Rocks are Your Friends! However, that Friendship may show itself in different ways for different people. The information below has been taken from a number of sources/referents (including Myself and I'll make a point of letting you know that bit of info, trust me) and I make no claims whether you'll find them to be True/Viable or not. This "information" should be taken strictly as that, Informational Opinion. And, while Mineral Medical Treatment is a perfectly legitimate Holistic Healing Pathway, it should NOT take the place of more Mundane Health Care: Doctors, Hospitals, etc. just because Rocks charge less and don't make you wait for an appointment and/or 3 hours in the Reception Room with nothing to amuse yourself with except a 1936 copy of "Farm Machinery Digest". Anyway, Questions and Comments can be e-mailed to Me (Mark) at Theotherhalfs@AOL.Com.

DIAMOND: (Zodiac Correspondence: Cancer, Gemini, Aries, Leo and Taurus). Planetary Correspondence: Sun, Moon, Saturn, Uranus and Mercury. Elemental Correspondence: ALL. Color Correspondence: Depends on Stone. Family: Carbon. Energy: Projective.) The only Stone I know about (so far) that is cross-culturally considered to possess an Identity/Soul in it's own right. The Hindu claim that it's "Light and Purity Solidified". Promotes Strength and Stamina, Fidelity and Trust, Clarity of Vision and Understanding. Repeller/Protector against the "powers of the Dark" from within and without. Anti- Jealousy, Anger, Witchcraft, Demonic Possession, Greed (oh?), Lust. Stimulates the Mind's ability to Remember, Process and Reason both Deductively and Inductively. Open's Crown Chakra to Universal Energy and Truth and cleans All Chakras of blockages and attunes them for Prime activity and response. Said to empower one's Meditative/ Journeying/ Trance capacities And can be transported to other Realms with one as a partner. If worn into Battle boosts Courage, Endurance, and Strength and believed to make one Invincible (Note: Just like your Diamond wearing Opponent?) Draws Good luck/Opportunity to user and provides to Determination and Inspiration to carry through successfully not to mention it's ability (hardness) to aid in cutting through any obstacle. The Diamond can be Everyone's Dream Stone. However, all this applies only IF the Stone is a Gift, or is Purchased, or found in the Wild (not some one else's land). THEN all of the above is Reversed and the Diamond will become your worse Nightmare. (Note: Well, 2nd worse. You know which I'm referring too and I'll say no more.)

OPAL: (in General): (Zodiac Correspondence: Cancer, Libra, Libra, Scorpio. Planetary Correspondence: All. Elemental Correspondence: All. Color(s) Correspondence, depending on variety: White, Black, Oranges, Reds, Yellows, Blues, Greens, and Pinks. Family Correspondence: Silicates. Energy: Projective and Receptive.) Protection during psychic / astral travel and work between worlds. Multicolored hue makes it ideal for ALL types of "color energy" workings within self and projecting it to others. Purifies blood, disperses infections and stimulates circulatory system. Again, with 19 specific varieties listed in just the references I have on hand, I'll just go with a general "garden variety" Opal and suggest that, like with the Agate, the Rules of Connective ness may be applied. So, quoting Scott Cunningham's "Encyclopedia of Crystal, Gem and Metal Magic", "Opal contains the colors as well as the qualities of every other Stone and as such can be "programmed" or "charged" with virtually every type of energy and used in spells involving ALL magical needs". Many "primitive" tribes have used it as a key unlocking Vision Questing and Meditating by bringing mind into focus that which is beyond normal "sight". It is said to bring out hidden beauty and power, to attract Health, Money, Love, and Balance in Life. Used to Disperse/Promote (as treatment) calls for Infections, Eye disorders, Tainted blood and kidney disorders, ease Childbirth and Alleviate Fevers. Note: It is said that wrapping an Opal in a fresh Bay leaf and then carried next to skin will grant the user/carrier Invisibility by blocking others from seeing you. (Much like using a Fire Grizzal to Cloud Men's Minds). Helps one draw Creativity, Spontaneity, Inspiration and Imagination into to user's Life/Mind.

QUARTZ: (Zodiac Correspondence: All. Planetary Correspondence: All. Elemental Correspondence: All. Color Correspondence: Clear. Family: Silicate Dioxide. Energy: Receptive and Projective.) Alrighty; in as much as Quartz (i.e.- Silicon Dioxide) is the most common "stone" form on the planet (that we know of) and the Foremost Receiver/Transmitter/Amplifier of Energy of all sorts, all I can say is that what you want to achieve can only be helped along by using Quartz. Kind of a "Miracle Grow" of the Rock Kingdom. One of, if not THE, "Swiss Army Rock". I counted, in my books, 67 different recognized Quartz forms (different formations of matrix and combinations with other materials) and didn't bother with the color combinations within some of the categories, however consider these" specialization tools" for very specific workings. In short, go with the Clear and work with the Rule of Connection (All are connected and can be "tapped" by any within the "family") and if You've got a Will, then Rock Crystal will help pave the way by boosting and/or drawing to you the energy you need and sending it forth as a force to be reckoned with

KRYTONITE: (Zodiac Correspondence: Taurus (I presume because the word "Bull" keeps coming to mind)). Planetary Correspondence: Pluto, Mars, Krypton, and Saturn. Elemental Correspondence: Fire. Color(s) Correspondence: see below. Family: Mythelementite. Energy: Projective.

GREEN: De-stimulates (in certain types) All Chakras and thus Whole Body balancing and bringing it into harmony with/to merely Mortal levels. Said to be able to Open the Door and facilitate passage into the "Other side" with repeated/prolonged exposure. Used successfully to treat Vertigo, tendency to Air Sickness, and Fear of Heights, in some, by eliminating ability of "self actualized flight" and leaping over buildings with a single bound.

RED: Works at Sub-Atomic and Genetic levels stimulating shifts in one's Identity Recognition and sometimes Shape. Opens "users" world view/ experience orientation to the concept and actualization of Random Mutation.

GOLD: While not Fatal, Grounds completely, Dis-empowers, and Reorients "exposee" to Mundane Earth levels, boundaries and orientation. Not a $$$ drawing Stone so keep the Day job. Used in Reversal treatments involving Super-Ego and Super-Id conditions.

BLUE: Transformationed Stone. Should be considered a Mirror (i.e.- same abilities/attributes as) to "Green Kryptonite" if one is of a Bizzaro nature.

WHITE: Universal Anti-Foliage/Flora mineral. Can't see the Forest for the Trees? This Stone will eliminate both to leave user with a cleared view of the Big (wasterlandish) Picture. Enhances "Black Thumb" Gardening abilities. Used in the treatment of fungal infections such as Athletes foot and removes effects of Poison Ivy and Sumac.

In general, Kryptonite (all excluding White) promotes an easy and quick method of identifying certain "other worldly" beings and its soft, self-renewing glow makes it an excellent Pathway or in house Night-light.

GARNET: (Zodiac Correspondence: see below. Planetary Correspondences: Moon, Mars, Mercury, Saturn, and Uranus. Color Correspondence: see below. Elemental Correspondence: All. Family: Silicate (Aluminum). Energy: Receptive and Projective.)

Red/ Common Garnet: (Gemini, Cancer, Aquarius). Enhances Body strength, endurance and vigor. Energy booster and general "Light" shield against all forms of attack by the forces of Darkness. Regulates skin, blood and heart health. And if you give a Garnet to someone leaving, it will insure a safe return into your life.

Pyrope Garnet: (also called "Rhodolite", Dark to Blackish Red, Cancer & Leo). Opens blocked (any) Chakras and stimulates user to recognize/eliminate outmoded, un-needed, harmful (personally) thoughts, habits, and emotions. Said to be a good Blood Clotting stimulant (open wounds, nose bleeds, etc) or to prevent them internally. Anti-inflammation Stone for both Internal and External disorders. Also another of those "Battery" Stones from which one can draw extra energy from.

Grossular Garnet: (also called "Grossularite", comes in Pink, Clear, White, Yellow and Green, Zodiac: Cancer). Soothes, Calms, Grounds bringing awareness to "Spiritual" side of Life and helps user to make recognize, make connection to and implant what's needed at any/all levels towards Balance and Harmony within Self and Universe.

Andradite Garnet: (Wine Red with Greenish Flecks, Zodiac: Aquarius). A Stone that "Unlocks" Secrets and leads user to Lost Treasures, Missing Objects and Answers to Questions. Also said to make "Dishonesty" impossible between People and with Self. (Note: The "PERFECT" gift to End a Relationship with?)

Sessartine Garnet: (also called: "Spessarite". Rusty Red to Mauve, Zodiac: Cancer). Whether it Enhances ones Social abilities, generates direct channeling to "Miss Manners/Emily Post", or Whatever, this Stone is said to inspire Grace, Manners, Charm, Wit, Style, Poise, Tact, Empathy, etc. in user in his/her contacts with others. Also said to initiate "Analytical and Rational" thinking and behavior in user during "Public" contact. (Note: Smile politely and resist the urge to hold up garlic or a cross with some types?)

Uvarovite Garnet: (Emerald Green, Aquarius). Peace and Harmony within, Prosperity and Abundance without. Aids in the recognition of what hinders/blocks one are growth/path, what is lacking in self, and how to bring about correction of these problems and defects. Puts one in touch with the "Universal Mind" and unlocks one's ability to control/re-align one's life. Also said to be good to reverse "frigidity" in one's self and partner.

RUBY: (Zodiac Correspondence: Leo, Scorpio, Cancer, Sagittarius, and Virgo. Planetary Correspondence: Mercury, Jupiter, and Mars. Elemental Correspondence: Air & Fire. Color Correspondence: Wine to Dark (Blood) Red. Family: Corundum. Energy: Projective. Called a/the "Harvest Stone" because (A) it is said to direct and stimulate users into "successful" ventures which will "Reap" financial rewards of one type or another, (B) is strong connection with the Heart/ Blood promotes Love, Fertility, Health and Growth to those who invoke it's powers. Between Partners, promote Fidelity, Stability and Trust. Worn during Pregnancy as a Ward against Miscarriages and "ensure" an easy, safe, uncomplicated childbirth. Worn/Carried into Battle(s) to shield wearer against Wounds, Infections, Pestilence, etc. as well as increase Stamina, Confidence, Strength, & Determination. Historically said to also Ward against Fevers, Chills, the Plague, Smallpox, Lightening Strikes, Fires and Famine. AND strangely (at least to me) in some cultures given to the Dying or Dead to insure a Peaceful Transition into the Other world and promote Resurrection/Reincarnation. Used to treat the disorders of the Heart and Circulation system, Stomach Ulcers, And Brain Fever.

SUGILITE: (Also known as "Royal Lavulite" and "Royal Azel") Zodiac Correspondence: Virgo, Sagittarius. Planetary Correspondence: Jupiter, Earth, and Mercury. Color Correspondence: Violet, Pinks, and Purples. Element Correspondence: Water, Earth. Family: Lithium/Silicate. Energy: Receptive. Worn/carried to attract and promote Wisdom and increase one's awareness of Spiritual world and one's Connections to it. Inspires recognition of Beauty and Bright Side of Things. Stimulates Creativity of Thought/Action towards achievement of same in one's Life and Surroundings. General healing of one's mind and body by gently pushing away of thoughts/ actions that could prove self-destructive. Dispels Anger, Jealousy, Prejudice, Abrasiveness and other social no-nos as well as Depression, Fear and Paranoia. Used as general panacea for aches, pains and discomforts in all body areas.

BLOODSTONE: (Also called "Heliotrope") Zodiac Correspondence: Aries, Pisces, Libra. Planetary Correspondence: Mars. Element Correspondence: Earth, Fire. Color Correspondence: Green, Red. Family: Chalcedony: Energy: Projective. Red and Green Breaker of Ties, remover of Blockages, and Opener of "Doors"(metaphorically-unless you have a REALLY big hunk). Protection, Strength, Healing, Fertility, Love/Sex. Best known, however, for it's legendary ability to stop flowing blood from wounds (apply with pressure to wounded area and soon bleeding stops). Also, used to calm fears, promote courage, protect one in battle, attract wealth, and stimulate plant growth, longevity and good health. Worn to prevent miscarriages and ease childbirth, increase physical strength, AND, if anointed with fresh Heliotrope "sap", will "dazzle the senses" of those around you and thus make you 'unseen" by them. Helps to channel Earth/Life related energies and connections. Stimulates workings of whole body, detoxes and purifies blood, kidneys, bladder and liver. Has been used in the treatment of/for Leukemia, Anemia, and Pneumonia. Interesting Note: As Bloodstone is "tapped" by workings, the red spots/flecks are said to fade as the stone's power weakens. To re-energize, one should bury the stone in the earth for 3 days and 3 nights. (Historical Note: Up until the Late Middle Ages (and possibly later in some instances) Bloodstone was called Hematite (Europe) and Visa Versa (Middle East) so if you happen to run across references to either in Lit. of that period don't make hasty conclusions.)

RED JASPER: (Zodiac Correspondence: Taurus, Leo. Planetary Correspondence: Mars. Elemental Correspondence: Fire. Family Correspondence: Chalcedony Group. Energy: Projective.) Protections against Black Magic and Witchcraft (the bad witch stuff) promote logical thinking and dispel illogical whims. Relives pain during childbirth and protects both Mother and Child from illness as result of birth. Assists in recognition of one's connectedness with all things and helps bring into alignment one's "place" in the scheme of things. Combining the Energy of Fire with Strength of Earth, this Stone has been traditional used from general protection and enerigization down through history. As a Meditation aide brings focus and "enlightenment" into shadowy areas by enhancing Remembrance and Interpretation of Dreams and Symbolic visions especially working on the subconscious to identify/pin point those that are or will be of most importance down the line. Said to help with Stomach, Liver and Digestive disorders and front line fighter of Infections, Fevers, Night Sweats, and who knows possibly even Hot Flashes. Said, if carried or worn, to enhance Beauty and Grace. Said also to promote Sexuality while at the same time dispelling "unnatural Lusts". (Got me; I haven't a clue which are/are not "unnatural". Ask your Mother.) Also protects against blood loss in battle and general poisoning (at the Peace Talks?).

ROCK CRYSTAL: In as much as Rock Crystal is just Clear Quartz and I've already talked briefly about that (see above) I'll use the opportunity to say a few words about one specific form. HERKIMER DIAMOND: (Zodiac Correspondence: Pisces, Libra, Sagittarius, Virgo. Planetary Correspondence: Sun and Moon, Mercury. Elemental Correspondence: Water, Fire, and Air. Color: Clear/ Transparent. Family: Silicon Dioxide. Energy: Projective and Receptive. A form of Double Terminated Quartz, which, because of its "Color" and Hardness, can be utilized as a less expensive substitute for a Diamond. (Note: Except possibly in Engagement/Wedding Rings in which case the Discovery of the "substitution" might well lead to.well, you can figure it out.) However, with double "pointy ends" this Stone is both a Transmitter and Receiver of Energy at the same time which can make it a nice tool in the fields of Empathy and Telepathy and any "athy" that requires Bi-location including Meditative/Trance work, Shape Shifting, Spirit Communication and/or Astral Travel. "Healing" wise; well- "Bad" out being replaced with "Good" simultaneously. Like any "Quartz" said to have the capacity for storing Information/Energy for later "Tapping". (Note: Unlike Diamonds, however, Herkimer's have NO Spirit Identity so they will work with you Only in the Physical Reality and do Not carry to other realms.)

SAPPHIRE: (Zodiac Correspondence: Various. Planetary Correspondence: Sun & Moon. Color Correspondence: Various (Black, White, Purple, Yellow, Clear, and Multi) Family: Corundum. Energy: Receptive & Projective depending on which variety).

Star Sapphire: (Sagittarius, Capricorn) Queen of the Sapphires. In the Hindu cosmology, it was considered the Home of the Ancestors and meditation upon/with it allowed one to see into the Soul of the World and the Realm of the Gods. Symbol/Seat of True Wisdom, Universal Thought & Love, Vigilance, Protection and Spirituality. Protector against Evil Magic and the forces of Darkness. Focus and channel of Devine Energy and Spirit. Used in treatments of Rheumatism, Neurological pain, Epilepsy, Hysteria (and basically All nervous disorders) and general Exorcism of Evil Spirits. (Also, if you hold it against your forehead and concentrate it can stop a nosebleed). In Legal matters, the Stone can draw forth and insure that Justice will prevail; so one had better be sure that they are in the "right" before invoking it's power. Historically seen as a Universal "cure-all" for all manner of Illnesses and problems including Poverty and Unfaithfulness.

Black Sapphire: (Sagittarius). Grounds one and promote the channeling of Earth energy, strengthening one's Resolve, Confidence, Sense of Being, and Purpose. Excellent back up for confrontations of all sorts.

Green Sapphire: (Gemini, Leo) Improves one's ability to notice and note their Environment and Surroundings both on Mundane and Astral planes. Stimulates Mind and Heart to pursue Fidelity, Faithfulness and Loyalty both In and To self.

Indigo Sapphire: (Sagittarius) Centers one on Issues and Insights regarding Responsibilities to Self & Others and helps one determine best methods of carrying through on them successfully.

Parti Sapphire: (Gemini, Sagittarius) Rainbow coloration; Reds, Blues, Greens, Oranges, Browns, Yellows. Said to Act to bring ALL Chakras into alignment, balance and polarity to achieve "Rational Framework of Life". Said to stimulate whole being to feel, think, see in terms of Black-White, Yes-No, Right-Wrong as applies to questions/situations of the "NOW" not the "What if". Sort of a Prompt to "You are here, you want to be there and this is the safest route" sort of thing I think.

Purple Sapphire: (Virgo) Said to stimulate Crown Chakra unblocking/ opening it to allow free flow of Cosmic energy to all other Chakras/parts of body. Empowers Physic Awareness and Ability so that one becomes more aware of Big Picture including one's place in it and one's connections to all parts of it.

Clear/White Sapphire: (Libra) Draws attention (via Crown Chakra and 3rd eye) to Details and Conditions in and surrounding one's life and being. Illuminates both side of issues and enhanced ability to see all side of questions/situations so that one is able to make most informed, beneficial (to user) decisions and plans of action.

Yellow Sapphire: (Leo) If one isn't "into" the purely Moralistic life style this Stone was/is considered to be a Gift from Ganeesh (Hindu God of Wealth and Happiness) to bring Prosperity and Success to Humankind while they were stuck on Earth. Stimulates/Draws Endurance, Fulfillment of Ambitions and Desires, General Success, Wealth and Well Being. Used in the treatment of disorders of the Liver, Gall Bladder, Spleen, & Stomach. (Note: Says nothing regarding the Throat or Vocal chords so let's see: Wine- Covered, Women/Men- Check. Song- ooopps. On our own it looks like.)

TURQUOISE: (Zodiac Correspondence: Sagittarius, Pisces, Scorpio, Libra. Planetary Correspondence: Venus, Neptune. Color Correspondence: Blue(s)-Blue Green(s). Element Correspondence: Water, Air. Family: Copper (Hydrate). Energy: Receptive). A Stone of Protection; against the Evil Eye, Black Witchcraft, from poisonous Snakes and Spiders, Disease, Violence directed towards you/yours. Traveler's Stone protecting user while traveling on Water, but especially on/by Horse. Has been used to treat Headaches, Eye disorders and Fevers. Traditional (for some) Love Indicator as if Turquoise is exchanged with "lover" as long as the Color remains "true" the Love is strong. If it starts to fade, the Love is on the wane and steps need to be taken to restore both. Also, Native American beliefs, that the Stone (because of it's Sky (Blue) connection probably) if held in running water (or just water applied with intent), can be empowered to bring Rain. Also, if a wet piece of Turquoise is purposefully dried (usually in "fire") will Stop Rain and bring back the Sun. Historically, however, this Stone has a millennium long connection with Human's and Horses. The name comes from the Saxon/French word "Turquoise" which was/is the designation of the country "Turkey" where it was used primarily as a "Horseman's Talisman" to connect them as a "unit" and protect Horse and Rider from Falls, Injury in Battle, over exertion, and illness. This belief dates back to the Assyrian's ("THE" Calvary/Horse people of their time) who believed it to be a gift from the Goddess Asthertet/ Astarte to promote the Horse/ Man understanding/relationship.

AMBER:(Zodiac Correspondence: Leo, Aquarius. Planetary Correspondence: Sun, Mercury. Elemental Correspondence: ALL. Color Correspondence: Varies, but usually a Yellow-Golden Brownish. Family: Fossil. Energy: Receptive and Projective.) Protective by Nature/Origin, this "Stone" works well for Shielding from and/or Trapping Negative energy. Historically, was ground up and the powder either burnt or sprinkled as a "Blessing/Purification" agent. Grounds and Connects user to Earth and Solar energies both Past and Present so may be used as a tool if you are into Past Life Regressions or "Spirit" contact and want to keep one foot firmly planted Here and Now. Medically is has been considered an "all purpose" Healer (Whole, Ground Up, and/or in Elixir form) for correction/ healthy growth in all Chakras/parts of Body. Said to be good for failing Eyesight, Bladder and Stomach disorders in specific

EMERALD: (Zodiac Correspondence: Taurus, Gemini, Aries. Planetary Correspondence: Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury. Elemental Correspondence: Water, Earth, And Air. Color Correspondence: Green - Blue Green. Family Correspondence: Beryl. Energy: Receptive.) Green=Growth=Earth Energy. Stimulates Health of both Mind and Body by stimulating mental focus and capacity and attuning/balancing Body to Universal harmony. Known especially as a "Love" stone for/with user promoting Sensitivity, Loyalty, Harmony and stimulating ability to foresee problems in Relationships before they can occur and prompting correction of same before they "overwhelm and dispel achievement". Said to stimulate and protect all types of Plant growth/health and attune one's mind to eco-system. Has been used to treat disorders of Eyes, Spine, Lungs, Heart, Muscular and Nervous systems. (Worn in a Ring - Index finger, Receptive Hand, said to Ward against all manner of disease/illness while worn close to Throat chakra will help to balance and calm ALL others. Also good reputation as promoting financial success/security.

AVENTURINE: (Zodiac Correspondence: Sagittarius, Virgo, Aries. Planetary Correspondence: Mercury, Earth. Elemental Correspondence: Air, Earth. Color Correspondence: Green. Family: Feldspar Silicate. Energy: Receptive.) "Gamblers Stone". Brings Luck and Success in ventures involving Money, Legal Matters, and New Ventures. Calms Nervous, Heart, Blood, Mussel and Skeletal disorders, helps with Eye problems, promote general Healing and boosts Creativity or at least Inspiration/Insight. Also used to Draw "Earth" Strength, Cleansing/Healing into self and boost healthy Plant growth. One source indicated that can be utilized for Empathic contact with the Plant Kingdom as well but I haven't tried that yet.

CARNELIAN: (also called "SARD". Zodiac Correspondence: Virgo, Sagittarius, Taurus, Cancer and Leo. Planetary Correspondence: Sun, Venus, Mars, and Jupiter. Elemental Correspondence: Water and Fire. Color Correspondence: Orange-Red. Family: Chalcedony. Energy: Projective and Receptive). Utilized to redirect Kundalini Energy State of Being (i.e.-Reproductive mode) in to a more generalized "Constructive" Will/Energy" State. Transforms Anger, Lust/Desire, Jealousy, Fear, Rage, Hostility, Hatred, etc. into Self Contentment of what one Has, Is, And Where they are Now. Stimulates Inspiration, Creativity, Self-Awareness/Satisfaction, and "Strength of Character". Can also be "tapped" into to provide the extra energy needed for realization of Potentials/Talents. A Lower Self to Higher Self-Guide and Bridge. Also, boosts Psychic Communication/ Voyaging abilities. Used in the treatments of Heart/Circulation system disorders including (like the Bloodstone) halting involuntary blood loss, general toxicity of body (poisoning included) and symptoms of Allergies and the common Cold.

LAPIS LAZULI: (Zodiac Correspondence: Cancer, Gemini, Aquarius. Planet Correspondence: Venus, Moon, Saturn, and Mercury. Element Correspondence: Water, Earth. Color Correspondence: Blue(s) and White. Family: Calcite Group. Energy: Receptive.) In ancient Sumner was considered the "Soul House of Deity" (i.e.- physical abode on Earth) and the Egyptians called it the "Seat of Life" carving it Amulets and placing it with their dead as the Stone was believed to guarantee Resurrection after Death. Strengthens awareness of cosmic awareness/ connections and enhances divination trips into Other Planes. Good soother for ALL aches and pains in both physical and astral bodies. Promotes Health on all levels; mental, physical, emotional and spiritual. Aides in harmonizing/balancing Yin-Yang energies within. Used to treat Depression and Grief, Heart/Circulation problems and Eye/Vision disorders (both inner and outer). Said also to be a stimulant for Physic powers, primarily Telepathy and Empathy. More than a little pricey due to it's usual unavailability what with it originating in Afghanistan and Southern Russia.

ROSE QUARTZ: (Zodiac Correspondence: Libra. Planetary Correspondence: Venus. Elemental Correspondence: Water. Color Correspondence: Pink(s). Family: Silicon Dioxide. Energy: Receptive and Projective. One source calls it the "Gentle Stone of Love" and it has been compared, attribute wise, to a warm bath: comforting, soothing, washing away all that is negative and troubling leaving one feeling at Peace with self and others. Promotes Gentleness from/of within and without and a sense of caring for self and others. Used in the treatment of mental and emotional disorders in inner/outer relationships. Projector of Warm and Fuzzy energy as well, so can be used to Draw/ Strengthen Friendships and Relationships and any situation that might call for Diplomacy.

JADE: (Zodiac Correspondence: Pisces, Aries, Taurus, and Gemini. Planetary Correspondence: Venus - Neptune. Elemental Correspondence: Water, Fire & Earth. Color Correspondences: Various: Yellow, Black, Green, or White/Translucent. Family: Silicate (Sodium Aluminum). Energy: Receptive and Projective. Calming, Soothing, Healing (protecting against illness and relieving distress/unwell ness). A Balancer of Chakras, and promoter of Virtue, Wisdom, Humility, Justice, Courage, Consciousness Raising (both Re: within and with out stimulating meditative and dream voyaging and the remembrance and interpretation of them) and Stimulator of Mental Sharpness and Reasoning ability. The "Sacred Stone" of China as it was not Just a gift to Humanity, but also a direct connection to the Jade Emperor, Father of the Gods. Said to draw Love to possessor and retain/nurture it between partners when exchanged. Also considered a Money attractant. Medically, has been used in the treatment of disorders of the Heart (literally and figural), Hips, Kidneys, and Spleen. In Elixir form, reported to smooth and lubricate skin, and stimulate hair growth when rubbed into scalp. One reference I found said it was believed (but not by who) that Jade could be used to "invoke" certain types of Weather. One throws a piece of Jade (with conviction and focus) into still water and the ripples created will return in the form of storm clouds bringing Rain, Sleet, Hail, or Snow depending on what you were requesting. Have not tried this and no doubt won't until I get the sump pump running again and/or until I find some reference as to how to "banish" what was summoned.

And so much for the "Designated" Birthstones of April. As for Geo tie in Stones, well... In the United States (at least) the Ides of April are when Income Taxes are due, but if there is a Gem, Mineral, Metal, or Fossil who's "Attributes" include the Removal of money from my possession I don't know of it and I'm not about to research it yet; I need NO help in that area. However, April also has "All Fool's /April Fools Day" (sniff, sniff-gee, they remembered me. How sweet.) And, by golly, looking back I've already been there and acknowledged that. So, until next Month: Rock On! Mark � 2003 Mark

Here.....up here, your eyes are full of disbelief little one. Am I so strange to you? True, I do not look as the other great ones, but in truth I am a dragon. Look at my sapphire scales, and my keen tail and of course my wings, note how delicate and crystalline they are. Note how the colors in them change and shimmer as I move them. My noble name is Ansa of Ayrecroona, I come from the Wind's Whisper and I am an air dragon, the smallest of my kind. It is true, I do not possess the strength of my other kindred, but the magick within my slight form is as potent as any.

I have heard you calling little one, before you fall to sleep for us dragons to come to you...and have we not come and brought our magick to you in the time of slumber? Of course we have. And I come here now to thank you for your pure heart and your belief in my kind. For if it were not for little ones as yourself, we would not be. For it is your belief and your magick that keeps us alive in our realms.

And one day as the blessed tract of Greaymantle ap Ris, he was the first of our kind, our greatest dragon sovereign, very wise and gentle was he. He gave to us the augury of the Dragon Child. It states......'In time darkness will come upon the most noble. We shall fall under the fear of the Human kind. We shall flee our homes of mountain, valley, sea and air. in the realms of the other place we shall dwell for an eternity. But in time the children of the Human kind will open their souls and hearts and call to the dragon, bringing us back from our long exile. Their souls will want and need our kind and we shall come as we did in the time before. And we shall be as one on the living Lady.'

So it is written little one. And in truth it has begun. You are the proof of it, and as the stars in the sky you will bring us out of our darkness.

As for Greymantle ap Ris...his soul smiles from the heavens above each time a little one finds the dragon song. Now close your eyes child and fall to the land of sleep. Our stories we have told, and our gentle kind will stand as guardians over your shining soul untill morning breaks anew.

hi spirit circle Ezine, when we first start developing to go into the quiet, l found that for many they may never had meditation or going in to the quiet, where we can link in to spirit loved ones, when in a circle of developement I would like to share these thoughts with you all god bless linda xx

To reach the meditation state, to leave the mind blank which in essence hard to do. Doubts and thoughts of what and how and when I going to get anything at all will block things coming through.

First it's not what you want to see and what goals you want to achieve. You just go with the flow until you're guided on your path. For the spiritual progression is for the spirit and your soul's purpose.

For you, are at this moment in time, where your life is materially and spiritually. To have thoughts of l wish l was aware like you, but l is the same as you, I walking the same path as you spiritually, but my pace was faster than yours. I am still learning and will do forever, this my way in life. Like the tale of the tortoise who won the race he did it slowly and he could enjoy the journey by looking round and still focusing on what's ahead. So enjoy your journey to day.

We are humans having a spiritual experience, for spirit to blend their minds they will do when the time is right for you. You could be a father struggling to make ends meet, or a mother who has to bring up children. What ever your life is how many problems the life is in the here and now so important, the spiritual growth is ensured to the point that your pathway is in this lifetime. Its freedom to be of service to all, and for you

Published in Homeward Bound Magazine Fall 1999 Issue and in Sedona Journal of Emergence November 1999 Issue

Many believe that we are all children of God and therefore, we all have a part of God in our hearts and souls. Many take that concept a step further and believe that our core, our soul, is Divine and that we have the ability to understand, feel and know a God-essence that dwells within us.

How does that God-within play out in our day-to-day lives? We have free will choice, but what about our own Divine intervention? When we are guided by our Higher Self or gut intuition, is the God-within keeping us on the path to our highest and greatest destiny? What does the Higher Self or God-within mean to you, personally?

In a recent series of meditation groups, my spirit guides, a loving angelic entity named "ONE," spoke of this very subject and led a beautiful guided meditation to help us honor the God-within every day. In this article, I will share with you their message and their meditation.

"ONE": "Greetings, dear ones. We so often talk about the God-within and your own Higher Self, but how often do you have that strong sense of knowing, that strong connection, that strong integration with your own Higher Self? Your day-to-day busyness can sometimes cause you to feel a bit overwhelmed, tired or perhaps distracted. You might feel a longing within your soul that you can't quite place or identify.

"We want you to know, dear ones, that this is a time for truly developing an intimate relationship with your Higher Self. We'd like to talk about that God-Self, that Higher Self within you; the part of you that is Divine, the part of you that is a Creator, the part of you that knows all, sees all, understands all and has access to the wisdom of the ages. We want you to know, dear ones, that you are so much more than just your physical body, and indeed death is evidence of that because as the body may die, the soul lives on.

"Indeed, today we are going to help you access that soul part of yourself with more consciousness than perhaps you have had before. We want you to have an awareness of the soul that dwells within the body. Certainly it is good to have unity of body, mind, and spirit and to feel the oneness of all that you are in your present form. However, remember that in all your other lifetimes you also could experience oneness of body, mind, and spirit with a different body. Even in this lifetime, your body changed and evolved from a baby to an adult, and yet it is the same soul that occupies it. So, dear ones, the oneness is really more about a state of acceptance and honoring and acknowledging of all that you are in your present moment. We want to help you develop this greater intimacy, knowingness and consciousness about your own Higher Self.

"We'd like to begin by explaining to you how it is that we see your soul. We want you to know, dear ones, that you are all indeed divine magical beings. If you take away the physical body what have you got? Well, we see a lightbody. We see you, but it is light. It is not so dense with all of the molecules together like you have in your physical third-dimensional body, but it is a body, a lightbody that is in what you might consider to be the etheric realms, but yet here you are dwelling in the physical realms simultaneously. It is as though the lightbody integrates, merges and finds oneness with the physical body. When you have an awareness that the lightbody (or God-within/Higher Self) is present within and about the physical body, that is when you are feeling fully integrated, feel your best, and feel the oneness of all that you are.

"Of course the lightbody may extend and be larger than your physical body. Meditation will help you amplify the lightbody, to bring more energy into your auric field so that you are actually even bigger and more light than what appears in the physical. You can actually extend your aura to fill the entire room (and beyond) with your lightbody.

"When we guide you in meditation, we always bring in the light of God/Goddess/All That Is and ask you to imagine Divine white light filling the room. From our perspective, you all become one with the body of God energy and, indeed, it expands your auras so that your auras all blend as one, one beautiful combination of all your delightful individual energies resonating in the bliss of oneness. Of course it isn't always experienced on a conscious level and understood by each individual that that is what is happening but that is how we see it from our nonphysical perspective.

"Dear ones, know as well that when we see your Higher Self, when we look at you and we see your lightbody, your soul, your spirit, we see a beautiful loving energy pulsating, radiating from the heart chakra. In your lightbody the heart chakra can often glow the brightest and have the most amount of energy flowing around it because truly this is the center of your physical body. It is where the life force pumps and keeps the body going, but more than that the heart, as you know, is the center of love, and truly love is the driving force behind the greatest Creator Source energy. The love energy indeed is fuel for the soul. "Know, dear ones, that finding oneness and the bliss of fully experiencing the God-self is simply a matter of acknowledging that it is a part of who you are. From our perspective you are all Gods walking around in these human bodies, playing upon the earth plane and experiencing all that there is to experience here, learning your many lessons that you came here to learn, helping all of those that you came here to help, and finding yourself in those almost comical circumstances from time to time to remind you of your humanness.

"Know, dear ones, that you are so much more than your physical body plodding though your day, walking your path. There is a soul in you that needs to be reminded that it is never alone, and that it is always dwelling in the heart of God. Your soul wants to be reminded of its own power, of its presence, of its own purpose.

"Taking some time each day to honor your soul with some form spiritual practice can be a wonderful gift you give yourself. We'd like to offer some very simple techniques to help you honor the God within. When you wake up, get yourself out of bed and take some deep breaths. Stand with arms outstretched and say with power and strength: 'I welcome the God-within and I honor all that I am.' Bring into it all that you are and feel it in your heart center. Let the energy of God-within spread throughout the entire body and feel your body come alive with the energy of your soul, your own spirit. Awaken your spirit along with your physical body and that will give you a wonderful feeling of inner peace to start your day.

"Mornings are a wonderful time to take a moment to have a quiet meditation, if that fits into your world. It is also a good time to take a nice walk outside and start your day with some fresh air and with your feet firmly planted upon the earth as you walk and enjoy the beauty of nature that is around you. Actually, anytime during the day, make it a point to take a few moments, take a break and take some deep breaths. If you can, take a walk in nature or sit under a tree and breathe with the rhythm of the earth.

"The breath is a source of life for you. Pay attention to your breath at least a few times during the day, and take the time to breathe deep. Let the breath be cleansing and full. Breathing fully can indeed help you live longer. The breath can also be used to accelerate your vibration and to help you achieve higher levels of consciousness and deeper levels of concentration and focus. These deeper levels of meditation can help you to connect with your spirit guides, angels and with your own Higher Self or God-within. Indeed, dear ones, have fun with this one and play with how the breath can be directed and focused for any intention that you place upon it. It is a powerhouse that is always there for you with every breath you take. Use it.

There are many techniques and rituals that you can incorporate into your every day to honor the God-within. Allow your imagination to help you find your own ways. In the meantime, the following meditation can be practiced to help you find new ways of honoring your Higher Self.

One of the ways we learn is simply to remember, on a soul level, things that we have known before, in our own past lives. This meditation takes you on a time-travel journey to a past life that you knew and honored God-within.

Let us begin our meditation by taking some deep breaths, deep cleansing breaths, allowing the body to completely relax. Begin to visualize the white light of the Creator Source filling the room. Imagine the heart of God descending upon you, filling you with a loving, peaceful healing energy. Just imagine that the arms of God/Goddess are wrapped around you, nurturing you, holding you and loving you. Feel yourself being completely supported and held in the energy of God/Goddess/All That Is.

As you release all the tensions of the day, feel your body becoming more and more relaxed, as the day melts away behind you. In this meditation you are going to blend with your Higher Self and take a journey. Take some more deep breaths, feeling yourself becoming lighter and lighter, and becoming more aware of the God-Self.

Imagine the lightbody that you are. Feel and see your lightbody becoming alive, the part of you that is eternal, the part of you that lives beyond the physical. Feel how bright your lightbody is and allow yourself to let go, let go of the physical body and feel yourself ascending as your lightbody can soar with wings. You fly! Enjoy the feeling of flight as we soar into the heavens to explore the nonphysical realms.

Feel your soul reaching out and flying through the heavens as we are going on a journey back through time to a magical place, a place you have lived before. There has been a lifetime that you knew God-within, a lifetime of honoring your power. It may be your Egyptian lifetime. Or it may be a lifetime in Atlantis, Lemuria, or some other magical place. Allow your soul to travel back to one of these favorite lifetimes, a lifetime of power, a lifetime of great knowledge, a lifetime of spirit living its fullest.

See the surroundings of this place. Smell the scented air. See the beautiful detail around you and hear the sounds. And in this magical place your spirit guides and angels are coming to join with you as they help you to remember more of who you are.

Your guides and angels and your Higher Self will show you now an aspect of yourself, a past self, that truly honored the God-within you. Open and see more of who you are by seeing who you have been. [pause]

You may see ways of honoring God-within, ways of expressing who you are. [pause]

You may see some of the rituals you have done to honor your spirit. See those rituals now. [pause]

And you may see some of the creative ways of play and joyful expression of the joy that is within you, within your soul. See your honoring of the joyful, playful part of you. [pause]

Breathe into the spirit and ask your guides and angels to show you how to honor your spirit in this lifetime. [pause]

Ask your guides and angels to show you the magic and the miracles you can create in this lifetime. [pause]

Ask your guides and angels what ritual your Higher Self would like you to do each day to remind you of the God and Goddess that you are. [pause]

Ask your guides and angels and your Higher Self what form of play and joyful acts can you integrate into your life today, to honor your joyful spirit. [pause]

Your guides and angels have one last message for you to help you honor the Higher Self and the magic and the power within you. Open and receive that message now. [pause]

As we honor the Higher Self and acknowledge all that we are, the Higher Self begins to find its way back again to blend with the physical body and we give thanks to our guides and angels for helping us to find new way of honoring our spirit. Allow these honorings to come and integrate back to your body.

Take some deep breaths and feel once again the oneness of body, mind, and spirit. Take a moment to feel the joy and the exhilaration of the Higher Self to have a physical body to dwell in at this time. Remember that the expression of the soul is truly joyful. Allow yourself to gently come back into full consciousness when you are ready, feeling fully alive, fully awake and filled with joy at finding the oneness of all that you are.

"ONE": "Allow the soul to sing, to dance, to laugh, and to play and indeed you will know the joy of all that you are. We hope you can feel what we are sharing with you and apply it in your life in whatever way fits for you. Embrace some type of ritual into your life to help you in your appreciation, gratitude and awareness of all that you are, and indeed you will experience more joy." We hope these messages and meditation have helped you to find ways to honor the goodness and the greatness that is you! We send you our love and blessings as we honor the God within you.

Walk Among the Stars

Take my hand,
And walk with me awhile
Let me show you
What is in the stars
You see before you
All that ever was
And all that will be for-ever more
Is right here among us.
Walk with me
A moment
In this place and time
You touch the future
And the past
Wisdom is around you
Breathe it in
Let it fill your being.
Listen to your heart
Hear the voices of the past
All are walking with you
Lovingly, Guiding your way.
Close your eyes
You must trust
What you may not see
Listen with your heart
Feel all that the heavens
Have seen
Their story will unfold
Of ages gone by.
Reach up
And walk among stars
Sit here with me awhile,
For you are almost home.

Joycejoymlcat@hotmail.com �Joyce

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