Winter Solstice 2011

It is hard to believe the Winter Solstice is here already. It seems like yesterday we were celebrating the mid-point of the year at the Summer Solstice. This is the time of year I tend to go within. I spend time reflecting and giving thanks. One thing I am thankful for is the completion of calculus. The class is over and I am proud to say I got a B for the course. In January I will begin my courses at the University of Florida.

There were many things to be thankful for. Shortly after Imbolc, we celebrated a new life as our first grandson was born. Then just before Samhain we celebrated a new beginning as our daughter married a wonderful man. I am so glad she is so happy. Also this being my birthday month, I celebrated a milestone birthday when I turned 50.

My local women’s group had a lovely ritual to celebrate the Winter Solstice. We offered wishes to each other. It was beautiful especially because the wishes were from the heart. The women are diverse and yet we come together as one. I am thankful to be a part of this group.

To continue with making wishes for others, my dear Sister, Friend and Mentor Deanne (Bendis) has been offered an amazing opportunity to live and be a part of a Dianic community in Brazil. A few years ago she told me how much she would love to be a Priestess full time. The universe heard her and granted her wish. She has been so much a part of online community and now will also be a part of a Dianic Temple. I wish her much happiness and success with this endeavor. May she be blessed and have safe travels!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the contributors and sponsors of the Oracle. I consider it an honor and a privilege to work with such talented individuals. I wish all of you much success in the coming year.

Here’s to another year of wishes!

Blessings of the Solstice,

Dawn