Solstice Pics!

Finally, Solstice pictures from my circle's solstice gathering. This was on Sunday evening, we had our feast on Saturday, but didn't get to the bonfire until then. It was a blast! Everyone had a great time. Sophie enjoyed leading the dance around the Solstice fire. :)

The altar with our little wickerman. ;)

Sophie's own version of the fire dance. She enjoyed herself immensely.

John, our drummer, with a little help from circle sister, Glorymoon. :)

A little faery helps get the altar ready.

David and I dance with the kids.

Our very own solstice faery!

The solstice bonfire in all its glory, thanks David.

Sophie with her drum, she seems to have a natural talent for drumming.

Taking the drummer, John's drum and her own to the circle to begin the drumming.



What a great night! I hope you all had a wonderful solstice. Blessings.

Family Full Moon Wish Spell

Today is the Full Moon. In honor of Her loveliness this night, here is a sweet Full Moon Wish Spell to share with your children.

Family Moon Wish Spell

Time: Any Full Moon

Tools: Bonfire or fire pit (or small cauldron)

Scraps of white paper

Silver and blue markers, pens, colored pencils, or crayons

Herbs: jasmine, rose, lavender & rosemary

1. Set out a bowl of the mixed herbs for each member of the family who will be participating.

2. Gather in a circle around the bonfire or cauldron. Hold hands and meditate for a moment, mentally casting the circle. Have someone call each of the four directions.

3. Pass around the paper and writing instruments. Have everyone write down everything they wish to manifest by the next full moon. Do not hold back on this step, even if it seems ridiculous, put it down.The younger members who cannot write yet can draw pictures or have older members help them. Remember to vigilantly watch anyone younger than ten around the fire.

4. Welcome the Moon Goddess by saying:

Tonight we welcome the Moon

Round as the mother's womb

We send our wishes out into the night

To be heard by the Goddess bright

From full to dark then full again,

Please grant us our wishes by then.

5. Have everyone throw their wishes into the fire, followed by a handful of herbs to seal the spell.

6. Clasp hands again and watch the papers curl and burn. Meditate on the idea of your wishes soon being fulfilled.

7. When you are ready, break the silence and open the circle.Do not forget to thank the Goddess and God.

8. Bring out snacks and drinks and enjoy the fire. Feast and talk.

I hope everyone had a Blessed Imbolc/Brigid's Day. We had a lovely celebration as a circle. I can't begin to say how wonderful it feels to have a circle of sisters that I know I can count on and who can count on me. Its such a blessing to know these women and to grow together as a circle with each ritual we share. I love them all deeply and I am learning a lot about myself as I learn about them. So a heartfelt thank you to my circle sisters, Glorymoon, Wolfsong, Mari, Tumbleweed, and Rachel. Blessed be.

A wonderful, exhilarating yoga practice this morning! I tried a new asana called Moon Salutation. A set of 13 poses, that you move smoothly in and out of. The book describes it as, "Women and the moon are practically synonymous. We women resonate with the moon energy through our monthly menstrual cycle, our waxing and waning of thoughts and feelings, and most importantly, through our inborn capacity to reflect the light of the sun and shine it through every dark night. For this reason, many women find the practice of Moon Salutation holds special meaning." It was not an easy set of poses to do, and I have a way to go before I will be able to do them smoothly ad completely. But the feeling that I got from working through them was incredible! Whee! (If you click on the picture it will animate and show the basic pose.)

Two days ago, David gave me a beautiful new athame. It is detailed engravings and has a blue stone in the end of the handle. It has a beautiful sheath to hold it in. I will post a picture soon. After cleansing and purifying it, I will use it in my rituals. Woo hoo! I will post a photo of it as soon as I can get one made. I love it! My husband is so thoughtful.....aaahhh.