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I'm an astrologer living in Lititz, Pennsylvania with my husband and three children. I currently serve as Treasurer for the Association for Astrological Networking, am a member of NCGR (National Council for Geocosmic Research) and ISAR (International Society

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Religion & Spirituality > Astrology & Prophecy Astrology: Its purpose and if it works: 1 of 15
Why Astrology, and How Does it Work?Both seekers and skeptics should know that among professional and amateur astrologers there are differing opinions as to how astrology works. There is debate among astrologers as to whether or not we should seek scientific proof of its effectiveness, and serious arguments about history, ter... More..
Education > Adult Education Adult education: How to achieve your learning goals: 2 of 26
The adult student is in the sometimes maddening situation of having a good deal more discipline and resources at his or her disposal, but also having much more responsibility than the average 18-20 year old who is entering university for the first time. But, as a 40-something working mother and wife engaged in many personal a... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization Reflections: Living every day with passion: 29 of 226
PASSION FOR THE PASSIVE AND PRAGMATICI've come to recognize passion as a by-product of seeking and simplicity. And what a relief, since the requirements of my to-do-and-do-it-with-passion list already exceeds the circumstantial and financial limits of one lifetime. If you feel that "living life to the fullest" is just another... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Childhood: 18 of 134
LITTLE MERCHANT GIRLSVery early August mornings, suburban Americaopen-air markets begin. Treasure seekersrefine reconnaissance skills, and bounty hunters swarmover manicured lawns, through infant trees,on a mission, to take away the discardsof little merchant girls and their families.The eight-year olds run a double-car garag... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Speculations & Criticisms How the elementals relate to modern life: 2 of 12
One of the first things we look at in examining the horoscope is the balance (or imbalance) of four elements - Fire, Earth, Air and Water - and how they are represented by the placement of planets in the signs of the zodiac. Basic temperament is easily determined when there is a predominance or absence of one of the elements.... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization Quick tips for inner peace: 21 of 112
QUICK TIPS FOR INNER PEACEMy Utopian tendencies oblige me to share my belief that inner peace should be the constant state of all mankind. And therein lies a paradox, at least from a Buddhist perspective, as inner peace defined in Eastern philosophy is a condition where one is compelled by neither desire nor fear. The practic... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Betrayal: 81 of 431
The Undertaker's WifeI went to see a woman with a reputation. The undertaker's wife.Promiscuous, mysterious, psychic. She knew how to lay a tableproper, with silver and china. Her fair skin was admired by the womenwho came to ask where they might find magic in their lives.This home of the dead was sequestered from the living ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Nature: 202 of 633
Meeting IndraNature is speakingthe Earth is singingI've surrendered my mouthto be Her kissing lips,and laughing, tasting the air,I sing back.It makes the dirtin the roots vibrate,and Her fiery core answersthe way all Hearts-In-Love dowith and through everythinguntil nothing more need be said,only sung. More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A woman's world: 17 of 53
TEA PARTYWe didn't mind the constancy of the rain,our words and laughter tumbled, spillingonto the table to form pictures of the placesfrom which we'd come. Women talked of love, and God,in all Her masks, and pain,these cogs connected by what we havelearned from the Turning Wheel. Gentle souls threw open the doorsof the grist... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Astrology & Prophecy How to choose an astrologer: 1 of 3
Finding a Reputable and High-Quality AstrologerAs medical intuitive Caroline Myss says, "People are never more vulnerable than when they're reaching out for help." We're often in great need when we consult any professional, but we're particularly susceptible to mischief from others when working with practitioners in esoteric ... More..