Many patriotic Witches honor and give thanks to Lady Liberty, and perform magical spells and rituals for the benefit of the country. The Moon in practical Capricorn faces off against the Sun in watery Cancer. Feelings run high, but may not find easy outlets of expression. Awareness of holding out against support and the balance of discipline and moods are heightened at this time. It's not about winning or losing, but about sharing feelings.
Today is the festival of handmaids, or the maid's day out.
The Anglo-Saxon and Norse Goddess of the Underworld is honored annually on this day with prayers, the lighting of black candles, and offerings of rose petals. The sky-clad Lady Godiva was said to have ridden through Coventry on this day. Her procession at Southam, near Coventry, was said to include the images of two Goddesses, one the White Holda and the other the black Hel. July 13 Feast of Cerridwen . Serve foods sacred to Cerridwen.