Cloudy, warm and a birthstone chart
Good morning Augusta.
This morning it is overcast in the morning, then partly cloudy. High of 77F.
Winds from the WNW at 5 to 10 mph shifting to the SW in the afternoon.
Tonight it will be partly cloudy. Low of 54F. Winds less than 5 mph.
The readings from my own instruments are:
The humidity is 69% with a Dew Point of 54.9ºF and a wind chill of 65.3ºF.
The temperature is 65.3ºF.
We have North Northeast winds between 2.0 MPH and 3.0 MPH.
Our Barometric pressure is 30.00 HPA 1016.2 and rising with a weather
graphic indicating sun.
The UV rating is 1 out of 16, sunset will be at 7:57 PM with Moon Rise at
5:22 a.m. and the moon phase is a Waning crescent.
For the pilots out there, Raw Metar readings are:
METAR KAUG 061053Z AUTO 26004KT 10SM CLR 15/08 A3008 RMK AO2 SLP184
T01500083
Visibility is 10.0 miles/16.1 kilometers with clear conditions again.
We've had no rain here in the past 24 hours.
Today's tidbit of information is about Birthstone lore, what month is what
stone?
Did you know that in addition to looking sparkly and elegant in a ring,
necklace, or earrings, your birthstone actually has a history? And in some
cases, birthstones are thought to be imbued with specific healing and
protective qualities!
While some sources such as 1st Century Roman-Jewish historian Josephus tell
us birthstones originated on the breastplate of Aaron, with each
representing the 12 months of the year and accruing 12 signs of the zodiac,
others say the breastplate's stones signified each of the 12 tribes of
Israel. Eighth and 9th Century religious treaties were written associating
particular stones with apostles. And while more modern accounts, including
folklore, do not identify the breastplate or religious connections, some
claim wearing one during its assigned month enhances its therapeutic
properties.
Throughout history, accepted birthstones rotated in and out, with style and
availability sometimes determining which stones would reign. In 1912, the
National Association of Jewelers standardized the list, which was updated in
1952 by the Jewelry Industry Council of America. Among the changes were the
addition of alexandrite to the month of June, citrine to November, pink
tourmaline for October (pink was key), replacing alternate lapis with zircon
in December, and switching around March's primary and alternate gemstones of
aquamarine and bloodstone. In 2002, tanzanite was added as a December stone.
What can your birthstone do for you?
January: The garnet is said to aid blood, heart, and lungs, and to promote
love, passion, sensuality, and intimacy.
February: An amethyst reportedly aids in reduction of insomnia, arthritis,
circulatory and pain issues. It is thought to promote peace, balance,
courage, and inner strength.
March: Known to release fear, calm nerves, and foster mental clarity,
aquamarine (in Latin, "aqua" means water and "marine" means sea) is said to
protect sailors and other ocean voyagers. It is also said to aid the liver,
throat, stomach, jaw, teeth, eyes, and ears. March's alternate birthstone,
the bloodstone, appropriately claims to have healing powers for blood
disorders.
April: Those lucky enough to be born in the realm of the coveted diamond
have many advantages. Called "adamus" by the ancient Greeks, which means
invincible and indestructible, this gemstone symbolizes purity, perfection,
and also authority. It is said to protect its owner from negative
influences.
May: Associated with Venus, Greek goddess of love and beauty, the emerald is
said to protect lovers from infidelity. Enhanced memory, eyesight, and
intelligence are also byproducts of this gemstone, as is its ability to cure
inflammation of the eyes.
June: The pearl, identified for its calming properties, is said to promote
purity, charity, integrity, truth, and loyalty in its bearer.
July: Integrity, devotion, and happiness are qualities associated with the
ruby, which is also purported to aid the emotions.
August: With abundance and prosperity hallmarks of the peridot, this
gemstone is said to heal relationship stress, lesson anger and jealousy, and
slow the aging process.
September: Credited as the gemstone of creative expression, inner peace, and
meditation, the sapphire is said to encourage pain relief and encourage
personal expression.
October: Pink tourmaline is associated with the heart chakra in Hinduism and
Buddhism, signifying unconditional love and compassion. It is said to
release tension and improve hand-eye coordination, assuage dyslexia, as well
as promote overall flexibility, happiness, objectivity, compassion,
serenity, and tolerance.
November: Considered among the most powerful of gemstones, the topaz
signifies emotional balance and gives protection from greed. November's
alternate, citrine, promotes increased hearing and fosters success, clarity
of thought, and abundance.
December: Known as a healing and balancing stone, turquoise's lore and
traditions go back thousands of years. The Aztecs believed it was sacred and
made masks and other adornments for ceremonial purposes. Many spiritual and
supernatural beliefs have followed this stone.
By: Beth Herman who is a freelance writer and frequent Farmers' Almanac
contributor
This morning it is overcast in the morning, then partly cloudy. High of 77F.
Winds from the WNW at 5 to 10 mph shifting to the SW in the afternoon.
Tonight it will be partly cloudy. Low of 54F. Winds less than 5 mph.
The readings from my own instruments are:
The humidity is 69% with a Dew Point of 54.9ºF and a wind chill of 65.3ºF.
The temperature is 65.3ºF.
We have North Northeast winds between 2.0 MPH and 3.0 MPH.
Our Barometric pressure is 30.00 HPA 1016.2 and rising with a weather
graphic indicating sun.
The UV rating is 1 out of 16, sunset will be at 7:57 PM with Moon Rise at
5:22 a.m. and the moon phase is a Waning crescent.
For the pilots out there, Raw Metar readings are:
METAR KAUG 061053Z AUTO 26004KT 10SM CLR 15/08 A3008 RMK AO2 SLP184
T01500083
Visibility is 10.0 miles/16.1 kilometers with clear conditions again.
We've had no rain here in the past 24 hours.
Today's tidbit of information is about Birthstone lore, what month is what
stone?
Did you know that in addition to looking sparkly and elegant in a ring,
necklace, or earrings, your birthstone actually has a history? And in some
cases, birthstones are thought to be imbued with specific healing and
protective qualities!
While some sources such as 1st Century Roman-Jewish historian Josephus tell
us birthstones originated on the breastplate of Aaron, with each
representing the 12 months of the year and accruing 12 signs of the zodiac,
others say the breastplate's stones signified each of the 12 tribes of
Israel. Eighth and 9th Century religious treaties were written associating
particular stones with apostles. And while more modern accounts, including
folklore, do not identify the breastplate or religious connections, some
claim wearing one during its assigned month enhances its therapeutic
properties.
Throughout history, accepted birthstones rotated in and out, with style and
availability sometimes determining which stones would reign. In 1912, the
National Association of Jewelers standardized the list, which was updated in
1952 by the Jewelry Industry Council of America. Among the changes were the
addition of alexandrite to the month of June, citrine to November, pink
tourmaline for October (pink was key), replacing alternate lapis with zircon
in December, and switching around March's primary and alternate gemstones of
aquamarine and bloodstone. In 2002, tanzanite was added as a December stone.
What can your birthstone do for you?
January: The garnet is said to aid blood, heart, and lungs, and to promote
love, passion, sensuality, and intimacy.
February: An amethyst reportedly aids in reduction of insomnia, arthritis,
circulatory and pain issues. It is thought to promote peace, balance,
courage, and inner strength.
March: Known to release fear, calm nerves, and foster mental clarity,
aquamarine (in Latin, "aqua" means water and "marine" means sea) is said to
protect sailors and other ocean voyagers. It is also said to aid the liver,
throat, stomach, jaw, teeth, eyes, and ears. March's alternate birthstone,
the bloodstone, appropriately claims to have healing powers for blood
disorders.
April: Those lucky enough to be born in the realm of the coveted diamond
have many advantages. Called "adamus" by the ancient Greeks, which means
invincible and indestructible, this gemstone symbolizes purity, perfection,
and also authority. It is said to protect its owner from negative
influences.
May: Associated with Venus, Greek goddess of love and beauty, the emerald is
said to protect lovers from infidelity. Enhanced memory, eyesight, and
intelligence are also byproducts of this gemstone, as is its ability to cure
inflammation of the eyes.
June: The pearl, identified for its calming properties, is said to promote
purity, charity, integrity, truth, and loyalty in its bearer.
July: Integrity, devotion, and happiness are qualities associated with the
ruby, which is also purported to aid the emotions.
August: With abundance and prosperity hallmarks of the peridot, this
gemstone is said to heal relationship stress, lesson anger and jealousy, and
slow the aging process.
September: Credited as the gemstone of creative expression, inner peace, and
meditation, the sapphire is said to encourage pain relief and encourage
personal expression.
October: Pink tourmaline is associated with the heart chakra in Hinduism and
Buddhism, signifying unconditional love and compassion. It is said to
release tension and improve hand-eye coordination, assuage dyslexia, as well
as promote overall flexibility, happiness, objectivity, compassion,
serenity, and tolerance.
November: Considered among the most powerful of gemstones, the topaz
signifies emotional balance and gives protection from greed. November's
alternate, citrine, promotes increased hearing and fosters success, clarity
of thought, and abundance.
December: Known as a healing and balancing stone, turquoise's lore and
traditions go back thousands of years. The Aztecs believed it was sacred and
made masks and other adornments for ceremonial purposes. Many spiritual and
supernatural beliefs have followed this stone.
By: Beth Herman who is a freelance writer and frequent Farmers' Almanac
contributor
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