New Moon Affirmation. On accepting the challenges ahead of us in life and practicing Gratitude

We have a new moon today and with it comes an apology from me for not posting in ages. Too much going on I won't bore you with but hopefully life will get on bit more of an even keel now.

So we have a new moon and with it always the hope of new beginnings, fresh eyes on the world, new ways of thinking, amazing opportunities and challenges to be faced. It is an exciting time in the lunar month I always find, as well as sometimes for some an unsettling on, coupled with the time of the full moon I often think this is the most turbulent time, it is how we use this time to our advantage that is the key here really. I have to admit I often do struggle at these times as I do suffer from migraines at the time of the new moon and full moon but try to push through. This is a time of challenge, we all have our challenges to face, the key is how we deal with these. Practicing mindfulness and gratitude are great ways of doing this. Concentrating on the here and now and being grateful for what you have right now, the little things, is a great way to take your mind away from the worry of any larger issues that may be causing you pain. 

What plans do you have for this new moon, do you have any projects you would like to get started on? I plan to book my craft fairs and festivals for the summer over the next few days so that is something to look forward to.

New moon blessings to you,

Alison

Imbolc Blessings to you, sending gratitude to Gaia

Imbolc blessings to you and all you hold dear. The earth is struggling to awaken although much of our planet is still in the grips of winter, we hold onto the idea that spring is around the corner. Snowdrops fight their way out of the cold still earth, reminding us that there is hope in the stillness.

We also send our Lammas love to all those in the Southern hemisphere, giving thanks for the harvest that our Mother Earth brings us at this time.

Wherever you are send out thoughts of gratitude today to our wonderful Mother Earth Gaia for all she provides for us at these times of the turning of the wheel and every day of our lives to sustain us, remember each and every living creature in your prayers, they are all part of this wonderful world we are lucky to be a part of.

Imbolc and Lammas blessings, Alison ☽✪☾

Happy Mabon to you all- One Lovely blog award.

Hi everyone hope you are enjoying our wonderful full moon and getting ready to celebrate a wonderful Mabon/Equinox weekend.

The lovely Kim at http://thewiccalife.blogspot.co.uk/ nominated me me for the One Lovely Blogger Award, thank-you so much!

The rules are I to say  tell you all seven things about myself that you don't already know and nominate seven blogs to receive the award. They should be seven blogs that haven't already received it which is hard  as many of my favs already have it (!)so I've tried to pick blogs that I don't think have received it!

So the seven things are:
My main job is a mum to 2 wonderful teenage girls.
I live in Buckingham- not the palace lol- in England
I've met Kit Berry author of the Stonewylde Series 
I have electrodes fitted in my head to try and help with migraine!
My fav place to visit is Glastonbury tor.
I've watched Gilmore girls end to end four times now!
I spend a lot of my free time making pentacle bracelets!

So here are my seven:

http://octobersnovember.blogspot.co.uk/
http://branawen.blogspot.com
http://cynthiasfairiesandme.blogspot.co.uk
http://stonehousecottage.blogspot.co.uk/
http://spellsofinfinity.blogspot.co.uk/
http://alloveday.blogspot.co.uk/
http://lightwalkersgathering.blogspot.co.uk/

blessings to you, Alison

Recommended blog-Celtic Sprite

Check out this fabulous blog with a Celtic theme, Eliseo has just written a lovely blog post regarding moon water:

http://branawen.blogspot.com.ar/#.URzcNt30vUg.google_plusone_share

Spread the love... Valentine's Quote for the day

Spread the love, tell someone close to you how much they mean to you today xxx

Recommended Blog Pagan by Design

Check out this fabulous blog from Polly Taskey. Polly writes on a vast range of Pagan subjects she is really worth checking out.

Recommended blog The Simplified witch

This is a beautiful blog well worth paying a visit. It is written by the lovely hedge witch Lavender. The goal of her blog is to simplify information about Witchcraft, Wicca and Paganism for my readers. Since there is so much information out there, the occult can be very confusing and overwhelming to beginners and even those who have practiced the Craft for years. Lavender helps unravel some of those mysteries, provide information and lots more besides.
Blessings, Alison xx

Blog to check out Pagan Wildwood

Visit the Wild Wood, virtual Sacred Grove of Cernunnos and the Goddess. Sit  on a carpet of leaves beneath a mighty Oak.
Fabulous blog http://paganwildwood.blogspot.co.uk/
Take some time out to check it out!