tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84808608811152703352024-03-04T21:18:07.276-08:00At Seelie Courtdarcyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04389451884822972763noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8480860881115270335.post-7063655796386932452019-01-22T16:19:00.005-08:002019-01-22T16:19:41.114-08:00full moon stitches - wolf moon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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(Almost) every morning I pull an oracle card to get me going. Currently I am loving the <a href="https://www.thewildunknown.com/" target="_blank">THE WILD UNKNOWN </a>ANIMAL SPIRIT oracle deck/book/set. Today I pulled the<b> shark</b>, which asks us <i>'to be totally "ourselves," or to say what we really want.'</i> It is a water card, and I've been consistently pulling water cards for the past four days. Just like the cups in tarot, water is about our emotions... my cards have been specific about creativity, expression and beauty and how they link to emotional well being. Along with the beginning of Aquarius-season and the AMAZING FULL BLOOD MOON SUPER MOON LUNAR ECLIPSE I feel it's time to get speaking/writing/blogging.<div>
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While I have always been a crafty gal, I didn't really get serious about making all the things until I was in my mid-thirties. ((note, I have consistently made jewelry & aromatherapy blends since my 20's)) Embroidery was where I started, and I jumped right in customizing a wooly cardigan with some Art Noveau swirls and Charles Rennie Mackintosh inspired roses. I still own that cardi, although it is so dang itchy it never gets worn. </div>
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So, about embroidery and moons. I would love to commit to memory the <a href="https://www.almanac.com/content/full-moon-names" target="_blank">Native American moon names</a>, the lore, and which month they correspond to. So I decided to stitch something each month to honor the full moon. It's quite refreshing to have a mini-project to work on once a month, and a nice way to channel the sometimes heavy energy associated with the full moon. Join me and stitch up your lunar observations or impressions, and if you feel inclined please post images on Instagram tag them so I can see them! #fullmoonstitches </div>
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For January, the Wolf Moon, I decided to use the image of a wolf. It was my first time using a pattern transfer, and I think I'm in love! So much easier than freehand drawing or trying to use a lightbox or carbon/transfer pen/etc. Anyways, the pattern was from the book Enchanted Woodland Creatures by Aimee Ray. I selected only a portion of the design, as I wanted my project to be quick and simple. To be honest, I didn't complete this in one sitting. But giving myself a few evenings to complete is fine with me! The full moon also spans a few days. </div>
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darcyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04389451884822972763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8480860881115270335.post-89586483385596836882018-07-12T16:08:00.002-07:002018-07-12T16:08:28.658-07:00super new moon in cancer......and a Grand Earth Trine, along with a Mars/Uranus square. Read all about it <a href="https://themoonwoman.com/astro-forecast/" target="_blank">here</a>. She's far better at explaining this than I am.<br />
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Blogging has been on my mind for a few months now. I started an Instagram account specific to my healing journey, but it's fallen off my list of Things to Update. Mainly because my food photos are uninteresting and I really don't care to look at other peoples food photos. So I will axe that account & move my musings on healing to this blogspace.<br />
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In addition to healing, I will be chronicling my crafty and creative pursuits. Everything from soaping and skincare to sewing, knitting and jewelry design. If you prefer Instagram, find me there as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/seeliedarcy/" target="_blank">SeelieDarcy</a>.<br />
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I'm posting this now, with the fairies as my witnesses, an imperfect jumble of words behind which lie great intent. Because now is a great time, it is perhaps a perfect time. So I welcome to The Court all the magic, all the fairies and all the good vibes.<br />
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<b>Happy Equinox! Happy Birthday Blog!!</b><br />
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It's hard to believe a whole year has gone by since I started blogging at Seelie Court. Such a year it's been, so many life changes.... births, deaths, transplants (us, from West to East), awakenings, hurdles, reunions and farewells. Such a bittersweet year, such a growing up year. I'm so grateful for the love I'm surrounded by always, family and fae. Even more than ever do I realize that distance does not mean much at all to ties that bind. True love friendships last forever, even if they evolve and wander.<br />
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Seelie Herbal Remedies is becoming Seelie Naturals (Seelie Jewelry and Seelie Soap to start). Florida is SO VERY DIFFERENT than California. In more ways than I can say, so I won't even try. But the magic is strong here, the fairies just a bit wilder. Not to gripe or whine, but the state itself has very strange laws which are making the legalities of Seelie Naturals a bit more of a challenge. I have been provided with some limitations that are inspiring more creativity (along with frustration). <i>//Until I am officially a Cosmetics Manufacturer I cannot sell my products, which are all considered cosmetics. //</i><br />
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This huge limitation has allowed me to revisit an earlier incarnation of my self - that of jewelry designer. I've never set the jewelry tools down, but I did change my focus from jewelry to herbal remedies... and now I'm becoming a hybrid jeweler/herbalist/aromatherapist. I'm exploring themes I have dabbled with over the past few years (aroma jewelery, natural fibers, recycled materials) and bringing back the old loves (gemstones, pearls and metals). <br />
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In addition to the jewelry I will be developing some amazing soaps. Real, old fashioned soap. I've evaded soaping for years now, choosing to Just Not Go There probably for fear of Never Turning Back. Maybe it's the image of the old gypsy stirring her cauldron of lye and fats, I don't know. All I know is that the fairies are determined to help me help others Smell Good Naturally, so they've worked their magic and I will be soaping. With my mother!! Two old gypsies, the crone and the mother, cackling and mumbling over a shared cauldron. I can't wait to share Seelie Soap with all of you. Soon, dearies. Soon. (Soap is not considered a cosmetic. Neither is jewelry!)<br />
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So the Equinox... I'm balancing the new/old/growing skills to create a magical life for our future. So Seelie. Thank you to the fairies, the Universe, GaiaEarth and my chosen and blood family.<br />
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<i>Growing Wiser Promise to Myself:</i><b><i> </i></b>I will age
with grace and fairy magic. I will teach my daughter to recognize
natural beauty and find peace with myself in order to reinforce those
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It is the day after earth day. The day after my 43rd birthday. Seelie
is putting down roots on another coast. Big move. Adjustment. Full
circle we return to the land of our youth. <br />
Patience. Seelie will thrive. The seeds have been planted and will be
well nourished with: sunshine, fresh clean air, ocean breezes and the love
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There is something so refreshing about the smell of magnolias.... lemony and floral and cool, not cloying and sticky. The little sprite loves the magnolia and knows the scent can't be bottled, however that does not mean I won't try and capture a memory of the bloom. And I'm in love with confederate jasmine. Smells like my youth, my backyard and fun frolicking. <br />
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This is how it all began...<br />
I'd been blending essential oils for many years, using natural products from Beautyland (and the local health food store), eating healthy and purifying my living space and my body. I was happy. Except I hadn't found an effective deodorant. And I had tried many things. Anti-perspirant was out of the question, as well as any synthetic ingredient.<br />
So I set to work on creating my own deodorant. It couldn't be any less effective than those I had already tried. After a bit of experimentation I figured it out. Then I fiddled and blended and really perfected it.<br />
A totally natural and effective deodorant. I shared it with my family and close friends. They fell in love. I think you will, too.<br />
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A unique cream deodorant</div><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">Key Ingredients</span><br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">Kaolin Clay </span>soothes irritation and absorbs impurities, leaving skin feeling powdery fresh.<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">Rose and lavender flower powder </span>calm skin.<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">Aluminum-free baking soda </span>effectively neutralizes odor.<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">Shea butter</span> nourishes delicate underarm skin.<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">Seelie essential oil blend</span> imparts a clean, fresh scent while providing anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and deodorant effect.<br />
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Warm a small amount of Deodorant Cream between your fingertips (the shea butter base will quickly melt with your body heat) and apply to underarms. Rinse fingertips with water only, leaving a residue of shea butter behind which you can then rub into cuticles and hands.<br />
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This product works best on clean, warm skin - so after the shower or bath is the perfect time to apply. It should not irritate freshly shaved skin, but please wait a few hours after waxing.<br />
Deodorant Cream works wonderfully on feet as well... but due to the nourishing shea butter it may leave your tootsies a bit slippery. So be careful.darcyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04389451884822972763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8480860881115270335.post-85786157294086412432011-12-21T19:14:00.001-08:002011-12-21T19:30:36.839-08:00Winter Solsticethemes ~ honoring the darkness, welcoming the light<br /><br />The shortest day and longest nite of the year, Winter Solstice has been celebrated throughout the ages. It is a festive time of year, usually involving much revelry and gift-giving. It feels like the right thing to do... to enjoy ourselves as much as possible during this dark time so that our joy will help welcome the light back into the world.<br /><br />There are some traditions that focus on the battle between the dark and the light, and we are shown that both are valuable... they live because of one another. So on this, the longest nite, honor the darkness before you call in the light. Recognize and release any resentments, regrets or other unpleasanties that have burdened you this year. Say farewell, thank them, and know they will be transformed.<br /><br />Create an image representing that which you want to release (words, drawings, etc). Spend a few moments with this image, then bid it farewell by setting it on fire. (safely) Scatter the ashes.<br /><br />Now breathe, smile and embrace the light of the new season/year without that heavy weight. Create another image (or list) of what you'd like to manifest in the new season/year. Keep it, bury it, do what feels right with that list. Just remember it!<br /><br />Candles, glitter, twinkle lights, evergreens, rosemary, cinnamon, clove.... 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Solid essences are not overpowering and can be worn in combination or even with other fragrances. Blended to provide specific emotional support, these remedies are designed to be experienced by the wearer (and anyone who hugs or nuzzles them).<br />All natural essential oil blends in a jojoba oil and beeswax base. Made with a touch of fairy magic.<br /><br />Joy - Uplifting and eternally feminine rose harmonizes with herbal lavender and warm subtle resins. (Limited edition yuletide blend, 2011)<br /><br />Rose (Bulgarian + Damascena)<br />Lavender<br />Benzoin<br />Labdanum<br /><br />Serenity - Lavender and neroli calm and soothe, while frankincense and subtle resins provide a mellow tone.<br /><br />Lavender<br />Neroli<br />Frankincense<br />Benzoin<br />Labdanumdarcyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04389451884822972763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8480860881115270335.post-9095368366490693712011-10-10T19:00:00.000-07:002012-01-06T22:46:28.580-08:00emollient oils, nourishing butters, etc<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqqExHKooN7LhbiRTB1e2F80lUY3YgMo7fRmBXqUViS6hWu-aFu7iG0OrpofDXazrcKs3KiMh3qMx0Tlg1T7ethS6iijhf-lQRqr7WSd_dLaueIuTIWG8x_Y-0TaTpUr1bpoMry3GWIFkK/s1600/fairy+painting+2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 241px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqqExHKooN7LhbiRTB1e2F80lUY3YgMo7fRmBXqUViS6hWu-aFu7iG0OrpofDXazrcKs3KiMh3qMx0Tlg1T7ethS6iijhf-lQRqr7WSd_dLaueIuTIWG8x_Y-0TaTpUr1bpoMry3GWIFkK/s320/fairy+painting+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5674222854029393298" border="0" /></a><br />Argan oil - Expeller pressed. High in Vitamin E, loaded with antioxidants and omega 6 fatty acids. Anti-wrinkle and moisture-boosting, said to minimize acne and eczema. Great for hair, skin, nails.<br /><br />Tamanu oil - Cold pressed. Said to minimize acne, psoriasis and eczema. Has antimicrobial qualities and has been used to treat everything from shingles to diaper rash! Works wonderfully heal and fade scars and stretch marks.<br /><br />Kukui nut oil - Cold pressed/partially refined. (Kukui means "enlightened" in Hawaiian) Contains antioxidant vitamins A, C and E. Used to treat eczema, psoriasis, aging skin, acne. Great for scalp and hair.<br /><br />Grapeseed oil - Expeller pressed. Great for sensitive skins, lightweight and protective.<br /><br />Jojoba oil - Cold pressed, unrefined. Similar in structure to human sebum, this gentle oil helps protect and soothe damaged skin.<br /><br />Coconut Oil - Extra-Virgin, unrefined.<br /><br />Sunflower Seed oil (calendula, plantain, elderflower infused) - Expeller pressed, partially refined. Rich in vitamins A, B, D & E, unsaturated fatty acids and lecithin. Used to treat and heal dry, damaged skin, eczema and psoriasis.<br /><br />Castor oil (floral infused - lavender, rose, calendula, elderflower) - Expeller pressed, refined. Works as a barrier to protect and condition dry, damaged skin.<br /><br />Sweet Almond oil - Expeller pressed. Lightweight and soothing, rich in fatty acids.<br /><br />Sea Buckthorn oil - Steam distilled. Contains Antioxidants, Beta-Carotene, Vitamins C, A, B & E, essential fatty acids, flavonoids and phytosterols. Helps address aging skin, minimizes wrinkles and aids in healing eczema and damaged skin. Provides UVB protection.<br /><br />Rose Hip Seed oil - Cold pressed. High contents of Vitamins A & E and essential fatty acids. Rich in linoleic and linolenic acids (which the skin cannot manufacture on its own). Said to fade dark spots (hyperpigmentation) and reduce wrinkles, this oil is well-known for its anti-aging benefits. Aids in healing eczema and psoriasis and moisturizes and repairs dry, brittle hair and nails.<br /><br />Shea Butter Niloteca - Fair trade, Certified Organic. Unrefined. Natural sunscreen, high in antioxidants and fatty acids. Softens and smooths skin, hair and nails. Anti-inflammatory.<br /><br />Shea nut oil - Expeller pressed/refined. Shea oil is produced when the shea nut is pressed for shea butter. Although not as emollient it still provides the benefits of shea butter.<br /><br />Beeswax - Naturally hydrating, soothing and healing. Beeswax helps to bind moisture to the skin quite effectively while softening and protecting.darcyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04389451884822972763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8480860881115270335.post-49911501390877215622011-10-09T19:33:00.000-07:002012-01-06T22:37:50.567-08:00natural tints<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG3XjqI7f13x6cXYfTOUIku1ohUPzBL5fJCBxLHYDOkZJOupfPob0G256Fn18w_a0gLliHo9WEpiq6-l2wQh2LDPB1m8KFdC1a6tg7eicN8fyI5gku5scXooFrScBANBE-jG123GxvFpjP/s1600/fairie+painting.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 212px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG3XjqI7f13x6cXYfTOUIku1ohUPzBL5fJCBxLHYDOkZJOupfPob0G256Fn18w_a0gLliHo9WEpiq6-l2wQh2LDPB1m8KFdC1a6tg7eicN8fyI5gku5scXooFrScBANBE-jG123GxvFpjP/s320/fairie+painting.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5674223188056284402" border="0" /></a><br />Using synthetic colors to enhance your natural beauty is so unnecessary... and so very Unseelie. Yes, there are some great arguments for synthetics: vibrant, consistent colors; amazing variety; ease of use. For some folk those are reasons enough. But not for all of us. In these modern times we have re-discovered safe, natural materials to enhance our natural beauty.<br /><br />These are the natural tints used in Seelie Herbal Remedies.<br /><br />Alkanet Root - This burgundy colored root has been used for ages to dye all sorts of natural materials, from wool to wood to even wine. The resulting color ranges (plum, red, pink) depending on the method.<br />It's considered to bring luck, especially in games of chance.... and can help speed the healing of a snake bite.<br /><br />Annatto Seed - In addition to tinting material a golden-yellow, annatto has been used historically to keep food from spoiling. It has recently been discovered that it also has antioxidant benefits when used on the skin.<br /><br /><br />Mica - Fine mineral powder that reflects light, providing a shimmery effect.darcyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04389451884822972763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8480860881115270335.post-34300378870151857562011-09-28T20:07:00.000-07:002011-09-28T20:51:00.184-07:00floral oil infusions<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhL6UoVlWIFCjtSIqbUd1pb4LmskZiFZgKxegM0gtFFRuiNk7-sqd-wIDQgmrWkrKEiDtVbzqgH8GEViXxlFstd9KLIrBXAoaJfxl08TqgXHDMLFmx9J1Rue5ptrz7DJ_LoyWnw0wXSTKN/s1600/P1060098.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 180px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhL6UoVlWIFCjtSIqbUd1pb4LmskZiFZgKxegM0gtFFRuiNk7-sqd-wIDQgmrWkrKEiDtVbzqgH8GEViXxlFstd9KLIrBXAoaJfxl08TqgXHDMLFmx9J1Rue5ptrz7DJ_LoyWnw0wXSTKN/s320/P1060098.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657623918070285170" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTIozGsisndq8r7dzrpwM6oOI8-u8p0EJJtc2xbaeaOW5C9Z8Lr4KsATe_QuDSXGQRZ9WyY3EG0bHzq8tmhb-_xGHn51sVARa7vtzJjwgVYtDyBMnA8K2jaJ7tgh54dcsNlWUd7ASRJSKI/s1600/P1060100.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 319px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTIozGsisndq8r7dzrpwM6oOI8-u8p0EJJtc2xbaeaOW5C9Z8Lr4KsATe_QuDSXGQRZ9WyY3EG0bHzq8tmhb-_xGHn51sVARa7vtzJjwgVYtDyBMnA8K2jaJ7tgh54dcsNlWUd7ASRJSKI/s320/P1060100.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657623904719802130" /></a><br /><br /><br />Organic Red Rose petals.<br />Organic Calendula blossoms.<br />Organic Lavender flowers.<br />Organic Castor Oil.<br />Sunlight.<br />Love.<br />Patience.<br /><span style="font-style:italic;">~~And a bit of magic</span><br /><br />(Also infusing on my windowsill are single flower or herbal oils: <br />Organic Calendula blossoms in Organic Sunflower Oil<br />Organic Elder Flower flowers in Organic Sunflower Oil<br />Organic Plantain Leaves in Organic Sunflower Oil)<br /><br /><br />Infused Oils are so divine, so effective and so very gentle. Lightly fragranced yet completed imbued with the healing properties of each petal or leaf. The method I choose for infusion is considered the Folk Method, or Solar Infusion. To me it's both logically and intuitively the wisest way to infuse oils. Some herbs and flowers (like rose) are so very delicate that I'm sure applying any heat other than that of our dear star sun would be just too much. <br /><br />What shall we do with these beautiful oils? Oohhh... the fairies of Seelie Court urge me to use them to create beautifying potions. <br /><br />I think I shall.<br /><br />~ddarcyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04389451884822972763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8480860881115270335.post-80928749048370989202011-09-23T19:08:00.000-07:002011-09-28T20:53:18.289-07:00Autumnal Equinox<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvxOIEKicTlMs71atvD6GAablLKXYazzHmogrQ_0hsGfmbskiwPRz_APf1fjCMXAv0I8uehoGByrUvLi_i4Wk8IfNxhhC3p1ATkFCQuO2N4oztiS7vvYDeUCz29zbYCMZndHx7SEI5TkWY/s1600/fairy+painting+1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvxOIEKicTlMs71atvD6GAablLKXYazzHmogrQ_0hsGfmbskiwPRz_APf1fjCMXAv0I8uehoGByrUvLi_i4Wk8IfNxhhC3p1ATkFCQuO2N4oztiS7vvYDeUCz29zbYCMZndHx7SEI5TkWY/s320/fairy+painting+1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5655746548380117490" /></a><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">AUTUMNAL EQUINOX</span> <br /> <br />THEMES: Thanks, Balance, Intuition<br /><br />Ahh… the long days of Summer are slowly leaving us. The Autumnal Equinox is, like the Vernal (or Spring) Equinox, a time of balance. Both dark and light - day and nite - are equal. Preparing to move into a phase of darkness with the days becoming shorter, we now reap what we’ve sown and use that to sustain us thru the dark times. <br /><br />The summer is now over, but before we get carried away on an Autumn breeze we should honor the warmth and joy of Summer. Thank the Earth for her bounty, the Sun for his power and ourselves for just being Us. The apple blossomed during spring, turned to fruit during the summer and is now being harvested to sustain us during autumn. What blossomed and fruited for you this year? Is it ready to be harvested? What shall you create with this energy? Maybe you’re ready to take the next step, take a project to the next level – or maybe it’s time to put your skills to use in a new way. What will keep you busy and creative during the long nites to come? Let’s take it over the top with the apple analogy here: think about saving a seed from your apple and nurturing that seed through the winter… readying it for planting next Spring. Yes, everything really is connected – one skill relates to the next, one relationship leads to and prepares you for the next. Gratefulness helps it all to roll along and grow…<br /><br />Eat, drink and relax. Thank the Earth for her bounty. Give thanks for all the gifts you’ve received this year and for all the supportive friends and family that surround you (they are a gift).<br /><br />Give some time and thought to the following:<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">~everything you are thankful for this year<br /><br />~what you’d like to manifest for yourself or create during the fall and winter<br /><br />~what you are releasing<br /><br />~~~(and leave an apple or some other treat out for your local fairies)<br /></span><br />Cheers!<br />~ddarcyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04389451884822972763noreply@blogger.com0