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A Quickening Full Moon

We've been in deep hibernation mode for a spell, now. Like finding all balances though, there's always that light on the horizon after being immersed in darkness for so long. I myself have noticed more brilliant sunsets recently, and even on the iciest of cold days, the sun shining brilliantly for all to see. It's nature's little miracles like that that continue to give me hope. Hope is what we all need to keep pushing on, to keep going—even when we're beyond weary and hope seems like it is in short supply. Holding onto some optimism when much of the world seems engulfed in gloom and doom can be vital. Our planet and our country needs the optimists to keep plugging along and getting things accomplished in a proactive way. If we can carry and share that wherever and whenever possible, it can only help humanity. Small acts of kindness for a friend, neighbor, or stranger are great pay it forward practices. Rather than sit in despair, immobilized, and lament, "what can I possibly do to make a difference," get up and get out there and just start doing with a good heart. Every little bit counts and is indeed crucial right now. If enough of us are able to continue doing what needs to be done in spite of obstacles, then good and hope can always exist in the world. Don't get me wrong. I know we all get blue sometimes and feel like nothing matters. I'm not suggesting completely ignoring the harsh realities that are occurring all around us. I just happen to think everything is best faced with a positive attitude whenever possible, however much you can muster. It certainly can't hurt, and if it can help yourself and others in the long run, then blessed be! I myself need to follow that path to function at my fullest potential.

Full Moon Today

The Leo Quickening Full Moon will be in all its glory at 10:56 a.m. CST today, and it should shine nice and bright this evening. There are a few different rituals or spells you could perform, depending on your goals. You could enact a hearth and home protection spell, as suggested by Llewellyn's Witches' Datebook. To simplify, open a curtain or shade to let in the light of the full moon and smudge all the doorways and windows in your home with a sage stick. Alternately, you could meditate on the coming spring. Focus on what you'd most like to plan and plant in conjunction with the coming Spring Equinox next month. This is a month associated with fire, so if you have access to a fireplace, by all means, this is the night to light one. Combine both of the above rituals to celebrate the coziness of your homestead and meditate on what's to come.

Whatever you choose to do this evening, bask in the Full Moon light, and feel renewed with purpose, energy, and above all, hope.

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Colleen DuVall has written articles, plays, short films, and a novel. Most recently, her work has been featured in her new blog, Off The Beaten Path for the Shepherd Express online (http://shepherdexpress.com/blogs-1-1-1-61.html), and the Wisconsin Life radio show for WPR. She recently adopted a little grey and white cat named Tessa, after beloved 22-year-old Bootise passed on.

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