Oh July, those long school holidays, those long summer evenings and all those pesky summer flies! The world (well, the northern hemisphere!) feels full of life and ready to bring forth all its gifts upon us..... hhhmmm, strawberries.....
July is named for Julius Ceasar and his part in the creation of the 'solar' Julian calendar - one of the miriad of things, both positive and negative, that the Romans brought to Britain. It is also a month that traditionally has lots of weather markers, such as St. Swithin's day, July 15th, where if it rains on that day, it will rain for 40 days. As a month that can either be a total washout or a drought, it is hardly surprising that it has these weather associations.
The astrological sign of Leo is ruled by the sun and two crystals associated with the sign are Amber and Ruby. Amber, as folissilized tree resin, is the embodiment of the power of the sun on the earth and is highly positive. It enhances attractiveness, magic, prosperity, fertility and love. Amber is also traditionally worn for the prevention of almost every ailment from toothache to insanity!
Rubies were worn by royalty for their rarity, beauty and their properties of strength, courage and vitality. The intense red colour brought associations with blood, fire and passion and rubies are prized for their protection against all forms of negativity. It dispels fear and strengthens confidence, bringing joy and warmth to the wearer.
July is named for Julius Ceasar and his part in the creation of the 'solar' Julian calendar - one of the miriad of things, both positive and negative, that the Romans brought to Britain. It is also a month that traditionally has lots of weather markers, such as St. Swithin's day, July 15th, where if it rains on that day, it will rain for 40 days. As a month that can either be a total washout or a drought, it is hardly surprising that it has these weather associations.
The astrological sign of Leo is ruled by the sun and two crystals associated with the sign are Amber and Ruby. Amber, as folissilized tree resin, is the embodiment of the power of the sun on the earth and is highly positive. It enhances attractiveness, magic, prosperity, fertility and love. Amber is also traditionally worn for the prevention of almost every ailment from toothache to insanity!
Rubies were worn by royalty for their rarity, beauty and their properties of strength, courage and vitality. The intense red colour brought associations with blood, fire and passion and rubies are prized for their protection against all forms of negativity. It dispels fear and strengthens confidence, bringing joy and warmth to the wearer.
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