Coatlicue is the Aztec goddess of earth and fire. Known also as “mother of the Gods” and have given birth to the deities Quetzalcoatl, Xolotl, Coyolxauhqui and Huitzilopochtli. Coatlicue takes appearance with claws and two snake heads, wearing a skirt of snakes and a necklace of hands and hearts.
A patron of women who die in childbirth, Coatlicue is known by the name Teteoinan, referred to as Toci, and Cihuacoatl and is also referred to as “Mother Goddess of the Earth who gives birth to all celestial things”, “Goddess of Fire and Fertility”, Goddess of Life, Death and Rebirth” and “Mother of the Southern Stars”.
Legend also states a ball of feathers impregnated Coatlicue, resulting in the birth of Huitzilopochyli. Her husband also being Mixcoatl.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Friday, February 17, 2012
Totem: Camel
The camel is an animal of ability to last long without water, being able to not require water when there is greenery to eat. It is their hump or humps which stores fat for the purpose of an energy reserve.
To remain positive in times of harshness is taught by this particular totem, as in all periods of time there is going to be a period of cruelty, sadness and overall problems. To keep positive and to keep fighting on is the best course of action as taught by the camel.
Learning how to create reservoirs of energy is a lesson of the camel. The camel shall teach how to create these reservoirs within the body and how to use it to survive throughout the tough times and hold on.
To remain positive in times of harshness is taught by this particular totem, as in all periods of time there is going to be a period of cruelty, sadness and overall problems. To keep positive and to keep fighting on is the best course of action as taught by the camel.
Learning how to create reservoirs of energy is a lesson of the camel. The camel shall teach how to create these reservoirs within the body and how to use it to survive throughout the tough times and hold on.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Lamb's Ears
Stachys byzantina is the botanical name of Lamb’s Ears, a herbaceous perennial with leaves with silvery but soft foliage. It is a low growing plant better known for how it feels and appearance of foliage over its spikes of light purple flowers.
It is best to grow lamb’s ears in full sun, but in the hotter areas partial shade take preference. Poor soils are what this plant grows in, but good drainage needs to be considered. It is a drought tolerant plant and can make a groundcover. Rot will also occur for the leaves if they are too wet.
It is considered a weed by some and can spread rapidly, with it also being able to be propagated not only through seed, but also by division. If growing by seed outdoors, it can be done during autumn.
It is best to grow lamb’s ears in full sun, but in the hotter areas partial shade take preference. Poor soils are what this plant grows in, but good drainage needs to be considered. It is a drought tolerant plant and can make a groundcover. Rot will also occur for the leaves if they are too wet.
It is considered a weed by some and can spread rapidly, with it also being able to be propagated not only through seed, but also by division. If growing by seed outdoors, it can be done during autumn.
Monday, February 13, 2012
Unusual Elderly Woman
There seems to be something special about using trains as transport seeing as you are bound to find various kinds of people on it. It can admittedly be annoying over one little fact; people cannot expect what will happen on the train while they are on there.
I had the joys of sitting opposite of an elderly woman who seemed absolutely terrified. How could I tell? It was the look on her face, and the fact she was silently talking to herself in a seemingly worried fashion. The reason for this? Two obviously Muslim women in their late teens or early twenties, making me question if the elderly woman would be terrified if the two Muslim’s were not wearing their hijabs
Variously during the train ride the very elderly woman looked over her shoulder to look at the two Muslim women before turning her head to the front of her body along with widening her eyes before talking silently to herself for several seconds. She was quite relieved for when the two Muslim women got off at their station, giving a big sigh of relief. I obviously noticed this considering how close I was sitting to this woman, and am wondering how many others gave notice yet alone how many people this elderly woman has unpleasantly reacted to in her verbal silence and widening eyes.
When this sort of thing pops up, it is certainly annoying to be so close to such a person seeing as what they will do next is unpredictable. The person could be harmless, but that is not definite.
I had the joys of sitting opposite of an elderly woman who seemed absolutely terrified. How could I tell? It was the look on her face, and the fact she was silently talking to herself in a seemingly worried fashion. The reason for this? Two obviously Muslim women in their late teens or early twenties, making me question if the elderly woman would be terrified if the two Muslim’s were not wearing their hijabs
Variously during the train ride the very elderly woman looked over her shoulder to look at the two Muslim women before turning her head to the front of her body along with widening her eyes before talking silently to herself for several seconds. She was quite relieved for when the two Muslim women got off at their station, giving a big sigh of relief. I obviously noticed this considering how close I was sitting to this woman, and am wondering how many others gave notice yet alone how many people this elderly woman has unpleasantly reacted to in her verbal silence and widening eyes.
When this sort of thing pops up, it is certainly annoying to be so close to such a person seeing as what they will do next is unpredictable. The person could be harmless, but that is not definite.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Gods And Goddesses: Raiden
Raiden, also known as Raijin, Kaminari and Narukami, is the deity of lighning, thunder and storms. His companion is a demon known as Raiju and often depicted in art with the wind god Fujin. The name ‘Raiden’ comes from the words ‘rai’ (thunder) and ‘den’ (lightning).
It is said his appearance consisting of red skin, has the claws of an eagle and the head of a demon. Raiden carries a large drum and takes to eating the navels of humans.
Raiden is also referenced across games and various other forms of entertainment.
It is said his appearance consisting of red skin, has the claws of an eagle and the head of a demon. Raiden carries a large drum and takes to eating the navels of humans.
Raiden is also referenced across games and various other forms of entertainment.
Friday, February 10, 2012
Totem: Bat
The bat is a widely recognised animal and is the only flying mammal. It comes in a variety of forms, with the vampire bat being the most recognisable of the bat species. This deity is also associated with the deity Fu.
It is taught to let go of any fears and old patterns that do not fit in, as old the old can be just as needed as fear. Just as the bat teaches to let go of the fears and unneeded patterns, changes are to be embraced. Changes can be difficult, but is a needed part of life.
Psychic abilities are indicated by the bat, so it may be wise to look into divination and the development of psychic abilities. It is through the development of psychic abilities that can help with the connection to the spiritual and the divine.
It is also the bat that gives challenge of development of spirituality.
Bats are social, and it gives suggestion of looking at one’s own social life. It might be time to connect better with friends, or to find friends of like mind.
It is taught to let go of any fears and old patterns that do not fit in, as old the old can be just as needed as fear. Just as the bat teaches to let go of the fears and unneeded patterns, changes are to be embraced. Changes can be difficult, but is a needed part of life.
Psychic abilities are indicated by the bat, so it may be wise to look into divination and the development of psychic abilities. It is through the development of psychic abilities that can help with the connection to the spiritual and the divine.
It is also the bat that gives challenge of development of spirituality.
Bats are social, and it gives suggestion of looking at one’s own social life. It might be time to connect better with friends, or to find friends of like mind.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Apricot
Prunus armeniaca is the botanical name for the apricot, a small tree that grows between eight and twelve metres tall. It is one of the trees which produce fruit containing a single protected seed. This seed can be planted in its shell, but it may be up to two years before the seed finally gives out roots and begins to grow. If the seed is taken out of the shell, the seed can be grown in spring.
For the apricot, it is suggested that it is pruned after the harvesting of its fruit which occurs during the summer. Pruning itself will allow for shape, maintain health and can help with the improving of the colour and the quality of the fruit being produced.
Well-drained soil is needed for the apricot, and it is enjoys a pH of six to eight. It is tolerant of alkaline conditions, drought and hardy of winter conditions when dormant. Although it is sensitive to salt in the soil.
For the apricot, it is suggested that it is pruned after the harvesting of its fruit which occurs during the summer. Pruning itself will allow for shape, maintain health and can help with the improving of the colour and the quality of the fruit being produced.
Well-drained soil is needed for the apricot, and it is enjoys a pH of six to eight. It is tolerant of alkaline conditions, drought and hardy of winter conditions when dormant. Although it is sensitive to salt in the soil.
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