Summer Solstice + Full Strawberry Moon

Today marks an event that has not occurred in over 70 years. The Sun is at its most powerful, beginning the season of summer, while the Moon has also reached full illumination. So the Sun, representing vitality, strength, action, confidence, joy, expression, warmth, life-sustenance, growth, etc., is matching the Moon, representing the movement of water, emotion, intuition, conscious-subconscious-unconscious, receptivity, introspection, and the realm of night (that which is hidden by darkness). Together, these planets symbolize two powerful archetypal energies that govern how we live our life. Today, I believe we are given a chance to bring balance to the two. Potent magic is available today that can heal our past and present, while sowing seeds for future well-being. There are many ways to honor this cosmic happening, and receive benefit. Find your own. Here are a few suggestions should you feel stumped:

Write down some intentions or affirmations. With a candle burning, and your spirit centered, burn this paper. Make sure you have a fire proof receptacle to do this in, and preferably do it outside. 

Plant some actual seeds into a garden, or pot of soil. They can be herbs, flowers, anything. The point is that your intentions are physically being planted in soil, and will grow with the plants. It is a beautiful way to connect with nature and connect with yourself. Never under estimate the power of symbolic gestures, such as this act. They work with your subconscious, and I believe, emit vibrations that work to shape your life. 

Clean out some stagnant energy in your wallet, home, car, etc. Again this is a symbolic way to affirm that the old is out, and the new is welcome. Feng Shui is popular for good reason. It works. 

Do some journaling if you feel pent up emotions. Get them all out on paper as a kind of purging. You will feel lighter because it won't be stuck inside you with no expression anymore.

Decorate your altar if you have one. Place Tarot cards that you are currently working with, as well as Summer flowers, and gemstones/crystals of your choice. Get creative. The joy that goes into a personal altar can bring magical change into your life. 

Hang out in NATURE!!!!!!!! Today is the longest day of the year so go out and get some sunshine! Let the power of the sun teach you how to be strong, warm, joyous, vital, confident and optimistic! Enjoy loved ones, plants and animals. CELEBRATE!!!!!!! Celebrate life, love, and the blessings you enjoy. Be grateful for what you have. 

I wish you all the blessings the Universe has to offer you. I hold intentions for healing of humanity and mother earth. We all deserve peace, equality, and freedom. There is a saying in Sanskrit that goes  Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu, which means "May all beings everywhere be happy and free, and may the thoughts, words, and actions of my own life contribute some way to that happiness and to that freedom for all." If all of us had this attitude, there would be no such thing as violence, hatred, greed, and intolerance. I hope that more of us will try. I certainly am not perfect at all. I am still working on myself. I am also in service to those who would like to receive a reading from me! I bring my best self to the table, and offer Divination with Love and Light. 

As above, So Below. 

Blessed Be.     ) O (

June Forecast

The month of June begins with a New Moon in Gemini. (June 4th) This is a bit of an unusual New Moon, as it forms a mutable Grand Cross with Saturn, Venus, Jupiter, Neptune, and the nodes. Grand Crosses are formed when planets square each other. Squares challenge us, causing change. If we fight against it, we are bringing more stress than necessary. This is why the card Move On is showing up. It is urging us to open our arms and let go of what is not working, rather than hold on for dear life. A reversed Seven of Pentacles and Strength card tell us that there is much we have harvested from our past challenges. They have made us strong and regal like a lion. Regret can be reframed into acceptance that along our path there are obstacles, set-backs, and surprises. These things have the potential to sharpen our desires, boundaries, self-love, and growth...but we have to allow this. So let go, and embrace change with a smile. Shake off the dust and realize that there is the potential to create a reality that aligns with truth.

The Moon's square with Venus and Saturn may be bringing up Romance issues. Singles may be wondering when that special someone will appear. Do they even exist? New relationships may be reaching that point where the question "what's next?" is rearing its head. Long term partnerships may be taking the time to fix the broken parts. This is what the upside down Romance card is all about. The work we do in this area is part of a larger picture, however. The Ten of Pentacles tells us that we are growing roots that lead to lasting security, stability, and strength. The reversed Six of Wands tell us, that if harmony and support is to be restored, then both parties must own up to their actions. Equality creates balance. Singles can look within to check in and ask where negative expectations, or lack of self love is present. Singles and relationship folks alike would do well to release toxicity of the past, to create room for the new. 

The Four of Wands is saying "Hey folks. I know all this work and change may be annoying, but don't worry. There is still so much to celebrate and be happy about. Be grateful for what you have. Don't let the work pull you into a place where nothing is good enough and there is no appreciation for life." Celebrate all you have accomplished. Cherish loved ones. Bless the roof over your head and the food you eat. Don't take any privilege for granted. All the change can lead to a better life, especially if we affirm it! 

A fabulous way to honor this celebration is with the Summer Solstice. On June 21st the light will be at its most powerful. Take this time to celebrate manifestation, joy, love, desires, goals, and the bounty of the earth. This is an extremely potent time to create reality. Have fun and enjoy it!

Blessed Be,

The Lioness Oracle