— Monthly Meditations —
Energies of the Current Moon
June 2011

Greetings, All!

I have started the custom of sending out a monthly messages in regards to the energies of the current moon. As you know native people didn't have months, but divided the year into 13 moons. Our moons go from new moon to new moon that last 28 days each.

The moons reminded the people as to what activity to do or perhaps what to expect in that period of time. Each tribe & Nation had it's own names for the moons because of this depending on the climate & region they live in. Full moon ceremonies are held to this day to not only keep the people in touch with the natural cycles & to strengthen community bonds, but to honor the energies of that Moon when they are at their strongest.

In order to honor my teachers I'm interpreting the energy of the moon by reading the Dreamspell (an interpretation of the sacred Mayan calendar.), & of the Chippewa-Ojibway (A Northern tribe). It is my hopes that this will help each of you to navigate through this year.

This Moon is known as the Midsummer Moon in the Southern tribes & the Strong Sun Moon Northern tribes. It starts on June 1st & ends on June 30th.

In the North this Strong Sun Moon encourages us to open our Hearts, & really connect & interact with family & community. The color of this Moon is pink which reminds us to learn about how to express love of self & others in a Balanced way. Pink is said to be the color Great Spirit gave us to represent unconditional love & true healing of the Heart. The flicker bird is the totem of this Moon. This bird has the qualities of strong self expression, perseverance, & strong focus. The bird's red cap speaks of passion, & the yellow overtones of it's wings speaks of accelerated growth that gains momentum. However use temperance for this bird was also a symbol of war in the old times. Let not your blind passions, or over enthusiasm over an idea or project cause you to become "hot" & get into stressful situations that can be easily avoided. Rather the yellow of it's' wings speaks of using the innocent "eyes of a child" to share both ideas, & activities. Invite others to "play" with you as you share your creativity whether it's at work or a hobby you enjoy like dancing, running, or writing. The stone of this Moon is the carnelian agate. This stone is a warming stone that activates the sacral chakra. It also reminds us that it is o.k. to open your heart, but that it is appropriate to set boundaries. It enhances connecting with the All, & helps you how to handle changes going on in your life.

The plant for this Moon is the wild rose. As its' name implies this plant is about taking calculated risks (walking a little on the "wild" side), but always looking through the eyes of Love & considering always the greater impact of the changes you make. The smell of a wild rose is sweet, & they are beautiful. The wild rose teaches us to blossom by bringing beauty, sweetness, & new experiences into our lives everyday in a mindful way. The thorns of the rose again say that it is o.k. to set boundaries & to take time for yourself. Temperance & active creativity with an open mind & heart is key to growing in a good way in this Moon.

In the South this Midsummer Moon not only describes what the energy will be for this 28 day cycle will be but of the entire season of Summer itself. This season has the potential to bring necessary & profound changes in your life & encourages us to participate in those changes. Just like the Summer storms that come through change can be scary, but a greater good is always possible if you focus on your visions & persevere in co-creating a better life through the trying times. Remember no matter how hard some situations may seem, this too will pass & a brighter day always comes. Go within yourself during not only times of challenge but also for inspiration for creativity by relaxing & remembering to breathe. Reach out & connect with the Breath of the Great Spirit for in this way you will touch the All & begin to attract what you need to thrive. Only by going into this quiet place can you hear the messages you need in order to guide yourself in a good way. Use your discernment, intuition & wisdom to consider whether it is appropriate to take on a new project or a new relationship. Be open to new ideas that others present to you. Remember that the Great Spirit has gifted you with free will. With the Power of your thoughts, words, & actions you have the god-like power to forge your life & impact that of all whom you meet. Use your free will with great mindfulness, & compassion for both yourself & others. This season invites you to forge your destiny with the greater picture in mind. This Summer you will find opportunities to "see & be seen". Align yourself with people whose actions show that they understand & uphold what a healthy family & a community are about. The people that you invite to participate with you should be those that conduct themselves with honor, & have high ideals but yet are down-to-earth.

This Summer will bring irresistible changes that will challenge you to be active in the manifestations that you create. If embraced the foundations for a better life free of stagnation & full of vitality & blessings will come to you.

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