Mythic Monday: First and Foremost Aries

The mythological archetype of the sun sign Aries is the warrior. He loves danger and is the epitome of dangerous. He bursts onto the scene of a fight, jumping in—fierce and fearless— to confront the enemy. Other descriptive words are daring, dashing, dauntless, and determined. His symbolic era is that of larger than life heroes,… Continue reading Mythic Monday: First and Foremost Aries

Themis’ Thirteen: 13 Dream Vacations

Let me first say that I love Florida, my birthplace and home. Many people come here on vacation, and there are all kinds of nooks and crannies in Florida I have yet to explore on weekend jaunts. As befitting a Floridian, however, my true dream vacations take place elsewhere. 1. Norway – I’ve had a… Continue reading Themis’ Thirteen: 13 Dream Vacations

5 Reasons I Love the Summer Olympics

In ancient Greece nearly 3,000 years ago– 776 BCE–  athletic games were held in Olympia in honor of Zeus. Nations and city-states set aside politics and rivalries to engage in fierce competition for the winner’s crown, the laurel leaf, symbol of Apollo. Today, the Summer Olympic games are larger than ever, creating lasting memories for… Continue reading 5 Reasons I Love the Summer Olympics