Sun Blessing

Here is a simple Sun Blessing, which can be used in many ways. Before using the spell, think about how you want to convey the spell. You can do this by sitting in a ritual with your chosen candles, or simply by walking outside amongst nature and the Divine.

Bless you Sun, for all you bring

To me, life and everything

I hope you bless us with your light

Forever more and with delight.

As the moon is currently waning, now is a good time to learn spells. 

Lunar Eclipse - 15th June 2011

Now is very special, as it is the longest Lunar Eclipse we have seen in over a century. Parts of Europe and most of Asia will be able to see the full eclipse, while the North parts of Europe, South America and Britain will be able to see it partially.

It will appear in a dark orange/red colour, and for the UK and surrounding areas it will appear at 'moonrise' or 9:20pm. Blessings and special rituals are very important right now because of this special event, the energies are at their most potent, and the Sun King's power is also very influential right now with the closeness of the Summer Solstice. I would suggest casting any spells to do with, wealth, health, prosperity, passion and creativity.

Remember, this month's full moon is not only called Strong Sun Moon, it is also called Lover's moon. So spend time with your special someone tonight.

Here are some links to live feeds of the lunar eclipse ->

http://www.astronomylive.com/channel/lesds-channel
http://live.saros.org/


Blessings to everyone and have an eventful day!

Strong sun moon - 15th June

In June, the sun is at it's highest point and the plants are basking under the glorious rays. So it makes sense for this month's full moon to be called the Strong Sun Moon. This moon is also known as Lover's Moon.

Your magical workings should focus on maintaining and enhancing what you already have, so it is a brilliant time for bonding with family, nurturing your garden, career and soul.

Litha - 20th - 23rd June

Litha is approaching, this sabbat is known most commonly as the Summer Solstice. This is the time when the Sun is at it's most powerful and it is also the longest day of the year. Litha is generally celebrated on the 21st but it varies between the 20th and 23rd. This is dependant on the Earth's rotation around the Sun.

Litha has been celebrated since the Ancient times and honouring the Sun's power is still a very important rite, as it gives life and prosperity. Showing your dedication to the Sun King can be shown by performing a rite as most Covens would do, for those that are solitary it does not have to be in the form of a ritual. Below I have listed the many possible ways you can honour the Sun King on Litha.

• Spend time in nature, this is the time when the Sun will shine the most. Go out and enjoy it, take a long stroll or have a picnic in the park.

• Watch the Sun rise and set.

• Help your local community and pick up rubbish in the park, donate old clothes and items to a charity or even help out a neighbour.

• Have a bonfire! Get together with friends and family to celebrate the Sun God. Some believe the fiery aspect of the bonfire symbolises the Sun. If you are among Wicca friends, you may wish to perform the Midsummer Night Fire ritual. This rite can be performed by lighting a bonfire, expressing your gratitude to the Elements and maybe performing a spiral dance... if you wish.

• On a much quieter note, you may want to spend the day to yourself, work on your spirituality or learn a new skill such as herb properties.

• Clean your house, wipe the slate clean as they say.

• Be with your family and bond with them, go to the park, zoo, museum or cinema. Or just stay at home and do some baking. 

• BBQ! Very popular in my family, invite friends and family to an afternoon of lovely summer food and fun. Organise some games for the kids and enjoy the sunshine. You can also take the opportunity to decorate your home in the colours of the Sun.

• Our ancestors had been celebrating the Summer Solstice and marking it with rituals long before us. Honour the season like them, with ritual and prayers. You must recognize the sun and it's power. You can set up a litha altar, by putting midsummer fruits on it, candles, solar symbols and many more.

• ABOVE ALL and the most important part of Litha, is repecting and honouring the Season.

Dark Moon - 01/06/2011

Dark Moon is here, watch for the Goddess tonight. You may not see her in the sky, but she is there and still ominous in her presence. If you can avoid it, do not perform magic tonight. As the energies from the moon are not there and your spell may not work. Blessed Be.

Brilliant Oracle Cards

For a long time I have been using Jessica Galbreth Oracle Cards in my Tarot sessions. Not only are the cards lovely pieces of artwork, but they are marvellous tools to use in Tarot. If you follow the link here it takes you to Amazon where you can get the cards for around £15.