March Pagan circle... spring is coming!

[mamaofthree]

HI! hope all is well. happy March!


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[TulsiLeaf]

happy march!

[witchygrrl]

yay March! Can't wait for Ostara!

[Aeress]

Morning! Welcome March!

Day 3/4 of mystery illness- we gave Gilli benadryl/decongestant and she didn't throw up, plus we propped her up on pillows. Could be a coincidence but not having to clean up a big mess and a happier kid, is a good thing. Though, she is coughing and it sounds junky/phlemy, so maybe it is a drip thing.

I am thinking today will be a good day. Hope today brings good cheer your way!

[DaughterOfKali]

Happy March to all! Wishing everyone a healthy, happy month!

We will be having yucky weather all week. How does one not fall into a funk when they've had nothing but grey skies, rain/snow, cold temps?

I feel like hanging out in my local flower shop. Smells divine in there. Like Spring.

[Valerie.Qc]

Subbing

Getting ready to go to the dentist...

[Autumn Breeze]

Originally Posted by Aeress

Morning! Welcome March!

Day 3/4 of mystery illness- we gave Gilli benadryl/decongestant and she didn't throw up, plus we propped her up on pillows. Could be a coincidence but not having to clean up a big mess and a happier kid, is a good thing. Though, she is coughing and it sounds junky/phlemy, so maybe it is a drip thing.

I am thinking today will be a good day. Hope today brings good cheer your way!

Aw poor baby. Give her mattress a vacuum, if she's got a dust/dust mite allergy that will help reduce the allergens. Both of my children are allergic. My son used to have many mornings when he would wake up, vomit a few times in 2-3 hours, and then be 100% all day. We did this little dance a few times before I put him on Claritin.

Originally Posted by DaughterOfKali

Happy March to all! Wishing everyone a healthy, happy month!

We will be having yucky weather all week. How does one not fall into a funk when they've had nothing but grey skies, rain/snow, cold temps?

I feel like hanging out in my local flower shop. Smells divine in there. Like Spring.

Happy March! I leave some colored Christmas lights up all year. I use them very frequently in the winter. During the day when it's nasty, and for a little while in the evening. Just because I like the glow of the lights they make me happy. I still get in a funk after more than 2-3 days with out sunshine, but the lights help.

Originally Posted by Valérie.Qc

Subbing

Getting ready to go to the dentist...

I'm about to call to set up my appointment, eek!! I'm totally thinking of you though.


Working on Month 2 Wicca 101 homework! I love it

[saphire]

Yay March. Thank goodness Feb is over.
I have a busy week planned with babysitting, 2 friend's bdays, and Eve's annual ped. cardiology appointment. At least I have this week's lessons prepared. Today is grocery shopping and library after lunch.

The moon was so bright last night. Just realized I haven't read mooncircles in a while.

TTFN

[femme_rouge]

Good Morning Happy March!

Saphire-yes, thank goodness Feb is over. It seemed to be rough on a lot of folks. Nice on the moon viewing. It was too cloudy here, but I was happy to get some time the night before and I charged my favorite pendants

Maia-It's getting close-How many days?

Cari-I love the table and chairs, and DD loves the rat pic, "Awww!" I hope your little one feels better real soon.

Valerie-I'm sorry about your tooth pain. It can be so miserable. Hopefully, the dentist will help you out with minimal discomfort.

Wombat-What fun summer plans! So jealous-wish I could go. I'm on the other side of the country though, so it's not too realistic. You've inspired me to start looking into our own plans though. I'm glad most of your family is on the mend, but poor Tor. May he heal swiftly and send all that gunk packing! I never thought about putting a pillow under the sheet. What a great idea.

Aweyn- That's so great about the house! All will be well and with all the intention you've been putting into it, maybe if things don't go through it's not your house after all?

Autumn Breeze-I like the colored lights idea. A lot of people around here suffer from SAD. What a cheerful solution. Glad you're enjoying your homework.

DoK-I'm someone who lives in a very gray area. Even in the summer, we have fog in the mornings. It's not easy. I've found exercise and spending a little time outdoors helps me. Even if I just bundle up and stand in my doorway for a few.

Aeress-I'm glad Gilli didn't vomit last night. Hopefully the mystery illness is on its way OUT. Today IS a good day. Hoping it is good and cheerful for you too.

witchygrrl, TulsiLeaf, mamaofthree and all the lovely women here- Happy Spring, "In like a lion. Out like a lamb."

Feeling a little mixed about the excitement for the coming spring. I love spring and Love Love Love to garden. Unfortunately, we just found out we have leak and major damage is likely. We have to move out so they can remove all counter tops and cabinets in our kitchen to see what's what. Due to the likelihood of mold issues, we have to be displaced. It looks like 3 or 4 months. I love my house, neighborhood and this is my first spring with the garden. Good news is it's being taken care of right. I can still visit and take care of the garden, and well, is just is what it is. I'm trying to keep my spirits up, but I'm relating to something I think Aweyn posted about home issues causing difficulties with the root chakra. I can tell I'm going to need to stay on top of things to not feel too overwhelmed. Perspective is always good. My family will have suitable housing, and we are really so lucky in so many ways. Whoa...this was long

Take care

[aweynsayl]

huzzah, march! march was always my favorite month as a child. already planning our "bring back the snakes" day celebration.

sick littles~ hugs, mommas, and kisses to the littles. ds was sick for a month in december, and it was awful. i know this is not the most... practical... idea, esp for those with more than one kiddo, but what finally got him over it was an old trick of my mom's-- get the heck outta dodge. within one day of being out of town, he was 9 million percent better.... like i said, totally not practical advice, and we'd already planned the trip, so it was go vs cancel, but just an idea.... maybe it will inspire something?

winter gloom~ ditto the twinkly lights (we leave ours up year-round), but another thing i learned (to combat "SAD" specifically, but is just a mood lifer in general for me!) is beeswax candles. they emit negative ions, and research has shown they're just as effective as that expensive "light therapy"...
~another i love to do, when you just "cant take it anymore"... is to throw a "picnic" inside-- fave picnic foods, summery music, blanket on the floor of the living room....
...hang in there... too soon it will be "too hot..."

~FR, ohno!!! i'm so sorry! grr. well, you could come up here and help me with my garden..... i'm sure going to need it. fruit trees, berry bushes, raised beds, tons of bulbs and perennials...
re:chakras and home issues. golly, i could write a book. actually for me, it's the sacral chakra that i think's been affected. burning orange colored candles has helped me with that... and chakra tapping (shock, i know). hugs that all turns out well!

ok, the boys are out, and i have got to clean!
happy march, everyone!


eta-- <gasp!> saphire, thanks for the mooncircles reminder! the moon was stunning last night, wasnt she? i left the blinds open, so we slept bathed in moonlight... ahhh.

[mamaofthree]

bathed in moonlight... nice. it is all gray and yuck here.

i too leave up holiday lights! they make me happy.

we have sickness here too. coughing, fevers, crabbiness (oh wait the crabbiness is me. lol) the kids lungs all sound good, so i am thinking it is in the upper airways and from the nose just draining. blaaah!

there is a tree sale going on next month at fedco, so we are going up there to get an apple tree (or two) and a cherry tree. i also want to plant raspberries and blueberries this year. since they all take years to get going good, we can't keep putting them off. lol

ok hopefully i will be able to keep up with you all.

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[Valerie.Qc]

I'm back with antibiotics, high doses of ibuprophen and codein for the night.

Looks like next week's appointment, when they where suppose to finish the job on one root canal in the back of my mouth, will be devoted to open this teeth - yay!

Physical signs are very telling but, curiously, nothing is showing up on the X-ray.

Now I just want this sharp pain to go away, this weird sensation in my nose/sinuses to disappear and this pain up to my temple and ear to vanish! And I want to eat and drink without torturing myself!

[Autumn Breeze]

oh I hate it when I get a flare up like that. :/ the temple/ear pain is HORRIBLE!!!!

straws and stuff that doesn't stick in your teeth (less chewing) You probably won't be hungry at the height of your pain relief but that's the best time to eat.

[_ktg_]

hello!

I wanted to take a moment and de-lurk finally for March's circle. I've been finding my way back slowly to my pagan beliefs/ideas. Its been wonderful to see such a strong group, I wish I had found this years ago.

I may pop in every once and awhile, but mostly I'm just trying to find my path again and do my homework (again) since I swore off any pagan/wiccan/earth magick beliefs and chalked it up to confused youth. Which is a bummer as I tossed all my notes, and information when we moved.

Much love and I can't wait to grow and explore with all of you!


Kate

[DaughterOfKali]

Kate- Welcome back !

[Teenytoona]

Ahh happy March! You can always count on your fellow pagans to note the passage of time. I always love the day you can change the calendar, I always feel it should be some sort of mini-celebration!

I'm attempting to step back in and keep up this month. As usual. Got my fingers crossed!

[Maiasaura]

Originally Posted by Autumn Breeze

Happy March! I leave some colored Christmas lights up all year.

I have them up outside, but it's cause I'm a slacker this year

Originally Posted by femme_rouge

Maia-It's getting close-How many days?

Unfortunately, we just found out we have leak and major damage is likely.

When I wake up tomorrow, it will be FOUR days Remember M got laid off from his job? Well, today he has a phone interview, and I'm staying off the phone with him till he calls me back. On one hand, he really needs the money, and I'm excited for him, but OTOH, I want this to wait till after I come home...selfish me wants him all to myself. For five days. Dang. Can we say conflicted?

Yuck on the water damage, FR. I'm so sorry. Glad you have a safe place to go to, at least!

Originally Posted by witchygrrl

Maia--they can't possibly know you're not Catholic. I was raised Episcopalian too, and attended Catholic school for 3 years. *They* knew and chewed me out for taking Communion. But one day at a church you might not ever go back into? I agree if you are so led. You could also ask the priest to lay his hands on you and give you a blessing also.

Originally Posted by Autumn Breeze

Maia, if it helps, I took communion at my Grandfathers funeral. I have never been Catholic, I was raised Methodist. I've been to MANY Catholic services, but my grandparents funerals were the only two times I ever considered communion. I think if you are so led, then it's fine. I'm still here

Thanks, mamas...M still agrees with me about communion on that day. Now he's saying that though he wants rings really badly, he's a week behind with rent...I said they're non-negotiable
Gods, mamas, 4 days. Well, when I wake up tomorrow. It's like 4pm or so, so to me the day's just about over

Happy March!

[DaughterOfKali]

Maia- Would you and M wear gold rings?

[Wolfcat]

Hey, all...

I've just been scanning through the thread, so I'm not gonna do the specifics, but... love and blessings to those going through bad times... woot, woot to those having good times.

It is so typically monday today. I'm having a pity party for myself, seeing as I'm feeling ignored, picked-on and left out. Too many minor ickies building up, I think.

[DaughterOfKali]

Wolfcat-