New Moon

For some the new moon begins at the moment when the sun and moon are aligned in the same sign, but for others it remains the dark moon until the crescent is in sight.

During this time we may instinctively find ourselves seeking solitude, turning towards our deepest self. Think of it as a time of rest like the dormant seed lying beneath the winter snow waiting for the warmth of the sun to return. The never ending cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

As the moon wanes towards darkness which lasts about three days, our dreams shift and change, reflecting our inner and outer life, our past, present and future. They are a potential source for great wisdom and guidance, therefore preparing us for the new beginning that the new crescent moon will bring.

During the dark of the moon it is important for us to pay attention to the ebb and flow of our energies. If we find ourselves feeling tired and out of sorts, we should take some time to relax and meditate to clear our mind and spirit, to recharge our batteries so that healing and renewal can happen.

Stillness is the key . . . a chance to listen to our inner voice.

Everyday Goddessing  is about sharing magical techniques and sacred wisdom with other beautiful Goddess women. I believe that within every woman there is a goddess, a wise woman, beautiful, creative, powerful, with a deep soul, and that everything we need and are looking for is already inside  each of us. – Rose Arizmendi

Seasons of Change

The ever turning wheel of the seasons mark the passing of our year and the passage of time in nature.

Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter offer four perfect occasions for us to reflect on our lives and make offerings of gratitude to connect ourselves with the cycles of Mother Earth.

• Plan a special walk in nature once each season and make an offering of bird seed or whatever else seems appropriate.
• Celebrate the changing seasons by making a dream board with images of your intentions for the following season.
• One of the most meaningful offerings we can make is to place ourselves directly in nature for a period of time with no distractions.
• Share your hopes and dreams and what you plan to do to accomplish them. Speak so that the earth, trees and other living beings around you can hear and witness your intentions. Speak from the heart.

thought for the day: Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself  to the influence of each. Let them be your only diet, drink and botanical medicines. Be blown on by all the winds. Open your pores and bathe in all the tides of nature, in all her streams and oceans, at all seasons.  – Henry David Thoreau

Everyday Goddessing  is about sharing magical techniques and sacred wisdom with other beautiful Goddess women. I believe that within every woman there is a goddess, a wise woman, beautiful, creative, powerful, with a deep soul, and that everything we need and are looking for is already inside  each of us. – Rose Arizmendi

Gaia

Happy Spring Equinox!

“Evolution is a tightly coupled dance, with life and the material environment as partners. From the dance emerges the entity Gaia”. -James Lovelock

The Spring Equinox

“The figure stood motionless in the garden whispering. “Spirit of Gaia, You who have guided my every footstep, you whose spirit has sheltered and guarded my life, I honor you.

The exact moment of the sun’s rising was marked by bird song filling the air with sound. She stood silent with her head bowed. Her small hands held a white stone etched with tiny marks and symbols. As her fingers touched each symbol with reverence, her eyes glowed with a soft light.

Ancient ones, keepers of secrets, wise ones, I honor your presence,” she whispered. She placed the stone gently on the grass. Mother, come to us in our time of need, come to us in our hour of darkness. Come to us, teach us that our strength comes from the earth, the sky, and the sea. Teach us that we are part of the great magic that binds us all together.

Over head the trees sighed as she listened to the secret music of the wind. She loves the springtime filled with so much potential and so many possibilities. With  a small gesture of her hand, she turned and left the garden.  Well, she mused, we shall see . . . we shall see.”   -Rose Arizmendi – The Deep Magic of Gaia.

Everyday Goddessing  is about sharing magical techniques and sacred wisdom with other beautiful Goddess women. I believe that within every woman there is a goddess, a wise woman, beautiful, creative, powerful, with a deep soul, and that everything we need and are looking for is already inside  each of us. – Rose Arizmendi

Thursday

Thursday, March 19, 2009
Waning Moon
Moon in Capricorn
Saturn Retrograde
Venus Retrograde
Sunny and warm

This morning, when I took a walk the sun was out and all the birds were singing. I felt energized by all the sights and sounds of Spring, and wanted to stay out to play, so off I went with camera in hand and began snapping photos.

On my journey I discovered these treasures:

“Let us dance in the sun, wearing wild flowers in our hair.”  . . . Susan Polis Shutz

Labyrinth . . . “The visual sweep, the foot – eye coordination of the labyrinth did some truly amazing things to my brain senses. I see what a heavy burden my impatience is.  … Book of Reflections

Mushrooms alias Fairy Chairs . . . “One of the best things about folklore and fairy tales is that the best fantasy is what you find right around the corner, in this world. That’s where the old stuff came from.”…. Terri Windling

“If you want your children to be brilliant, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be geniuses, read them more fairy tales.” . . . Albert Einstein

Full Moon

Today’s full moon occurs at 10:37 pm EDT.

Here are some ways to celebrate the full moon

• Spend the evening at the seashore and watch the moonlight dance on the ocean waves.
• Take a walk as the full moon lights up the sky.
• Invite your friends to a full moon party in your backyard and serve moon shaped foods to celebrate the occasion.
• Fill the bath tub with hot water and add rose petals. Enjoy a nice relaxing rose petal bath.
• Offer a water blessing to a friend or loved one in honor of the full moon. Place spring water or sea water in a bowl and capture the reflection of the moonlight in the water. Use this water to bless loved ones, friends and family.

“When I admire the wonder of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in worship of the Creator”.
– Mahatma Gandhi

Everyday Goddessing  is about sharing magical techniques and sacred wisdom with other beautiful Goddess women. I believe that within every woman there is a goddess, a wise woman, beautiful, creative, powerful, with a deep soul, and that everything we need and are looking for is already inside  each of us. – Rose Arizmendi