The wheel turns

The cool morning wind woke me from my slumber today. I cherished the freshness as I pulled the duvet up slightly higher. At last, the seasons are changing as we move into Autumn, the time of burnt oranges and golden yellows.

I had further confirmation of the seasonal changes as I went outside to greet my garden. My magnificent tree had shed yet another branch. Last week, the branch was filled with leaves but this one was barren and bleak. My magnificent tree is making space for the new growth that will emerge in the next few months as Spring awaits.

Today is the eve of the Virgo Full Moon. I feel the blue waters change in my womb as she casts her rays, radiating and igniting energy. Her luminosity is still present throughout clouded skies, her power continues to shine.

The wheel continues to turn as next week we celebrate Mabon, my favourite Sabat. Mabon is a time of equanimity as we experience identical hours of day and night. A time of balance. The Green Man offers cider and wine to the trees of the forest. The ageing Goddess embraces her evolution as the Crone and the God prepares for his death and eventual re-birth.

Mabon is a time to celebrate and be thankful. Be thankful for the prosperity and abundance we receive daily. Celebrate our friends and family with love and sincerity.

Blessed be.

Manifestation

The Birth of Venus
Sandro Botticelli, 1486

Over the past 18 months, I have refocused my energies towards making positive changes in my life. I decided it was time to embrace life. To do things that make my heart sing, and when those opportunities didn’t prevail that I would continue with a smile.

But more than that.

I suddenly became aware, conscious. I realised that I have not been living my life to its greatest potential. So I decided it was time to embrace life and love again, to be open to receive all that I deserve.

Through daily yoga and meditation I activated my prana, or chi, to flow freely. With ritual and visualisation, I began to clearly see myself living the life that I desire, doing the things that make me happy and sharing the experiences with my life partner.

Allow yourself to let go, let the child inside you break free. See yourself in your dream job, with your soul mate or simply enjoying life to the fullest.

Manifestation. It’s easy once you let go and let it flow.

Lammas

Traditionally, Lammas celebrates the first harvest, the first fruits and the first loaf of bread. The hours of daylight are shortening as the Sun God begins to reduce his power and gives way to the Moon Goddess
. The plants begin to drop their seeds in preparation for the oncoming winter to restart the cycle of birth and creativity once again.

So too, can we plant our seeds for growth by manifesting our dreams and desires. Spend time in nature, listening, smelling and observing. It is a good time to be familiar with the foods that we eat and their connection to the earth.  Give thanks and be grateful for individual prosperity as well as the abundance of beauty provided by Gaia.

In celebrating Lammas, we give thanks and honor the Sun God for all that we receive and share amongst family and friends. Similarly, we can reflect on our achievements and give thanks and honor ourselves.

Blessed Be.