Greetings, Magickal Souls!

I’ll admit — this week I don’t have any big revelations to share. But maybe that’s okay. Sometimes the magick is just in showing up, being present, and finding joy in the small things. So, here’s me showing up — and sharing about Mabon, and the latest events for our community.

Sage Advice

Mabon is next week. Before the next newsletter, so I figured we’d share it today. Because it is better early than late, right?! Mabon, the Autumn Equinox, marks the balance of light and dark and the shift from summer to fall. It’s a time to honor the harvest, express gratitude, and seek balance within ourselves and with nature.

This season invites us to slow down, reflect, and celebrate abundance. You might:

• Take a walk in the woods to enjoy the colors of autumn.

• Gather leaves, pine cones, or acorns for seasonal décor or your altar.

• Join a harvest festival or prepare a meal with apples, squash, or root vegetables.

• Create a gratitude altar or keep a journal to honor the blessings in your life.

Mabon Symbols

1. Cornucopia (Horn of Plenty): The cornucopia is a symbol of abundance and plenty.
2. Autumn Leaves: The changing colors of autumn leaves, particularly shades of red, orange, and gold, symbolize the beauty and natural transformation of the season.
3. Apples: representing the harvest and the orchard's abundance. They can be used in rituals, decorations, or as offerings.
4. Grapes: particularly in the form of wine, are symbolic of the harvest and the celebration of abundance. They are associated with revelry and gratitude.
5. Wheat and Barley: representing the grains harvested during this season, they symbolize sustenance and the fruits of labor. These can be used in decorations, rituals, or as offerings.
6. Pomegranates: symbolic of fertility, abundance, and the cycle of life, making them a meaningful addition to Mabon celebrations.
7. Sunflowers: associated with the Sun and represent vitality, strength, and the bounty of the harvest.
8. Scales or Balancing Symbology: used to represent the equilibrium between light and dark.
9. Harvest Tools: such as sickles, scythes, and baskets are symbols of the harvest and the hard work involved in reaping the rewards of the season.
10. Candles in Autumn Colors: in warm autumn colors like orange, red, and yellow symbolizes the warmth of the season and the transitioning of light into darkness.
11. Moon and Sun Symbols:  Representing the balance between light and dark.
12. Feathers: particularly those from birds associated with the season like crows or owls, can symbolize the air element and the wisdom of nature.

Fall Equinox Rituals

1. Gratitude Ritual:
- Light a candle and create a sacred space for reflection.
- Take a moment to express gratitude for the blessings in your life. Reflect on the abundance you have received throughout the year.
- Write down or speak aloud the things you are thankful for, whether it's personal achievements, relationships, or the gifts of nature.
- Offer your gratitude to the Earth and any deities or spirits you connect with. You can do this through prayers, affirmations, or by making a small offering, such as a handful of grains or a piece of fruit.
- Conclude the ritual by extinguishing the candle and carrying the spirit of gratitude with you throughout the season.

2. Balance Ritual:
- Find a quiet and serene space.
- Place two candles, one representing light and the other representing darkness, on a table or altar.
- Light the candle symbolizing light and say a prayer or affirmation for balance and harmony.
- Light the candle symbolizing darkness and reflect on the importance of embracing both light and shadow aspects of life.
- Spend a few moments meditating on finding balance within yourself, your relationships, and your environment.
- When you feel ready, extinguish the candles, symbolizing the balance between light and dark.

A Bountiful Harvest Recipe:

Autumn Vegetable Soup:
Ingredients:
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 parsnips, diced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:
1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
2. Add the carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and butternut squash. Stir well.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Use an immersion blender or transfer a portion of the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Night Sky: Moon, Venus, Regulus and the Beehive

As eastern twilight begins to brighten on September 18, the waning crescent moon will be near the faint Beehive star cluster. And lower in the sky you’ll spot brilliant Venus and the star Regulus. On the following morning, September 19, the crescent moon will float next to Venus and Regulus. What’s more, a few lucky observers in parts of Canada, Greenland, Iceland, Europe, Russia, the Middle East and Africa will see the moon occult – or pass in front of – Venus at 12 UTC on September 19. If you look outside then and don’t see Venus … that might be because it’s behind the moon!

Adopt Your Next Familiar

Ember is a handsome black cat with a heart full of love and just a hint of mystery. This sweet and cuddly boy might be a little shy when you first meet him, but once he warms up, he’s all about snuggles and soft purrs. Ember is looking for a calm, loving home where he can blossom at his own pace and become your quiet, loyal companion.

This is a beautifully designed book and card deck set. Each of the 44 cards in this oracle deck is a seed of spiritual guidance - inspired by ancient Mabon traditions - to find answers to your most profound questions.

This Weeks Happenings!

In-Person Readings - Inner Perfect - Show Me More

Wisdom Keepers Circle - Inner Perfect - 6p. Show Me More

Astrology Readings - New Moon Rising Gifts & Goods - 1pm-215pm - Show Me More

Tarot Readings - The Sacred Owl & Salt Room - 1230p-230p. Show Me More (also live on FB 11:30-12:30)

Tarot Readings - The Sacred Owl & Salt Room - 1230p-230p. Show Me More (also live on FB 11:30-12:30)

Tarot Readings - Inner Perfect - 11a-5p. Show Me More

Free Tarot Readings w/East Tennessee Tarot Group - The Sacred Owl & Salt Room - 12-2p. Show Me More 

Tarot Readings - Inner Perfect - 12-4p. Show Me More

Working With The Moon Class - The Pentacle Store - 4p. Show Me More

Moon Market! - New Moon Rising Gifts & Goods - 12pm-4pm - Show Me More

Fall Tarot Course for Beginners (Wands) - Trends of Eluna - 6p. Show Me More

Readings w/Astral - The Sacred Owl & Salt Room - 12p-4p. Show Me More

Intro to Shadow Work Class - The Sacred Owl & Salt Room - 12-130p. Show Me More

Introduction to Crystals w/Coven’s Library - Learn.Heal.Grow - 10a-11a. Show Me More

Introduction to Astrology w/Coven’s Library - Learn.Heal.Grow - 11a-12p. Show Me More

Elementary Magick Discussion w/Coven’s Library - Learn.Heal.Grow - 12p-1p. Show Me More

Introduction to Astrology w/Coven’s Library - Learn.Heal.Grow - 5p-6p. Show Me More

Introduction to Crystals w/Coven’s Library - Learn.Heal.Grow - 4p-5p. Show Me More

Mini Tarot Readings - New Moon Rising Gifts & Goods - 1-5pm - Show Me More

Tea & Tarot - Trends of Eluna - 11a-7p. Show Me More

Tarot Class (Justice) - Learn.Heal.Grow - 6p-730p. Show Me More