New Moon in Pisces

New Moon February 26th

As with all New Moon this symbolizes the planting of new seeds new intentions, this new moon will be in the zodiac sun sign of pisces (it is also a SOLAR ECLIPSE) - 

Through journeying to Mama quilla/ BiBi Karaya (grand mother moon) and mam cocha / Atabey (mother of the waters) they have shared with me that the significance of this new moon is to deepen our spiritual and inner practice. As you know the symbol for pisces is two fish, this represents duality the internal and external, the light and dark, the dual aspect humanity chooses to accept, finding peace and connecting these two sides of self creates peace in our day to day experiences. 
March 1st in christianity is the beginning of Lent a 40 day period used to sacrifice some aspect of our lives in search of a stronger connection to spirit, this new moon assists the energy of Lent but not to sacrifice or give up, but to deepen our practice as Jesus deepened his practice in the wilderness before being tested. The pisces is the last of the zodiac signs and with that in mind it urges us to review the energy of all the signs that came before it, as we prepare our self for the budding and blossoming desires / intentions of spring (vernal equinox March 20th).

This new Moon ceremony instructions below is to help you for the upcoming full moon (march 12/13th Full Crow Moon, those of us in Jamaica have already seen the black birds all over heralding the approach of spring) and the energy that will follow  .

The ceremony is as follows:

1. OPEN SACRED SPACE you can use a prayer or simply set your intentions asking for your higher self/ creator to enter your space and allow all that will be done to work towards the benefit of yourself firstly and all around you.

2. get a bowl with water and a candle or anything that represents Fire Energy

3.place one hand in the bowl and the other above the candle (just to feel the warmth you can also be near a fire or fire place)

Repeat the following words focusing on the water :Atabey / Mama Cocha mother of the waters teach me to ride the waves of life, accepting the lessons in every experience as they groom me towards your glory.

Repeat the following words focusing on the fire: Yocah /InTi- titi great sun (son), spark my passions within me, show me the trail I am to follow shinning my light for all to see.

4.Repeat the following focusing on your heart; Great spirit, may the fire of my passions, the eb and flow of my emotions, and the guidance from great spirit unite all aspects of my being, light and dark, mind and emotions, inward and outward.

5.Focus on your heart and visualise the water and the fire encircling each other within  you, always close but never touching finding your center your peace.

while visualising speak aloud all the things you desire whether they seem contradictory or not, trust that grand mother moon will hear your request and lead you towards a practice that will strengthen your health, love life, clarity and abundance.

6.When you are finished ask Atabey /mama quilla for a word that will help you to tap into the energy of your becoming the healed you...

7.after the ceremony out the fire but keep the water in a jar or cup have it by your bedside while you sleep (cover it if you feel led) each morning until the 12th (full moon) repeat the word you received from Atabey /mama quilla dip a finger in the water and place on your forehead then heart.

Give thanks to your spirit guide / creator and close your sacred space.

 Energy is present 2 days before and 2 days after new moon so you have time to practice.

Love and Light

Full Snow Moon / Hunger Moon of February

Full Snow Moon (Lunar Eclipse) – February Since the heaviest snow usually falls during this month, native tribes of the north and east most often called February’s full Moon the Full Snow Moon. Some tribes also referred to this Moon as the Full Hunger Moon, since harsh weather conditions in their areas made hunting very difficult.

During  the coming full moon take the time to contemplate your journey through this month seen as a very harsh time throughout the world, with a state of gratitude reflect on all of the highlights throughout this season,
 notice the intentions you had set for yourself.
notice those that were met and those that were not ?
notice pleasant surprises and give thanks.
notice the unexpected obstacles and give thanks.
notice the lessons received from these obstacles and give thanks.
notice friendships that have grown stronger and give thanks.

notice friendships that have ended and give thanks.

At the end of the Full snow moon as we approach spring many trees will have died through the cold weather, many animals as well this is all a part of life so give thanks for your loss for it grants access to new doors and possibilities.

Lunar Eclipse Info:

A lunar eclipse is a time of beginnings, endings, exposure and major changes. It always has something to do with "relationships". The changes are tied to how we relate and will have a lasting impression. Emotions run high, causing upsets and feelings of disorientation. Actions taken may not have the expected results, but they do bring awareness and enlightenment. The energy of an eclipse is at its strongest during the two days before and three days after its occurrence.At lunar eclipses we: merge, unite, announce, contact, present ourselves, bring something out into the open, make decisions, engage, rise to the challenge, make an effort, change, get a new perspective, join with others, take on greater challenges, travel at a faster pace, feel restless, feel pressured by deadlines and a buildup of emotions, and experience excitement and crisis.During a Full Moon, the Sun and Moon are in opposition, also called the Full Phase, indicating the linking of soul to spirit and awareness of purpose gained through relationship with another. A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. The blocking of the Moon's reflection of the Sun's light by the Earth suggests that our material viewpoint stands in the way of our "seeing the light". It serves as a reminder that we need to realize how we are held in the dark by virtue of our perspective.extract above from:http://zodiacarts.com/whatsup/LunarEclipse.shtml

I invite you to practice this ceremony to tap into the FULL SNOW MOON's energy.
items required:
pen/pencil
paper
candle/matches/lighter

1. Open Sacred Space (prayer calling in healing energy and ascended masters into your space)

2. Close your eyes and ask for the moon's energy to show you what is blossoming in your life at this moment.

3. allow your mind to be clear of thoughts and allow the moon's energy to move through you, repeat in your mind "as above so below, as within so without, as the moon, so with me, bright, brilliant, beautiful" 14 times.

4. Following the recital take pen/pencil and paper then draw whatever shapes come to your mind, be it one , two, or three shapes draw all of them allow grand mother moon to move through you.

5. click here and look on this list of symbols to see which closely resembles the one you drew, be aware of its meaning, hold the symbol to your heart and recite its name 3 times (the name listed).

6. Repeat finally "as above so below, as within so without, as the moon, so with me, bright, brilliant, beautiful I release my intentions to the universe"

7. Following this burn the paper with the shapes and blow the ashes in the wind. (if you practiced the new moon ceremony burn that paper as well)

Take the time to reflect on the meaning of the symbol you drew then close sacred space and repeat a prayer of gratitude for what has passed, what is, and what is to come.