The Full Moon above showers Mother Earth with the light of the night. Soothing in it's nature, it brings warmth to our souls. The big and beautiful cumulous clouds seem to dance around and caress the Moon as a lover does in a moment of passion. Teasing to the point of torment, yet we feel only peace and serenity within. The sisters and brothers have assembled in a barn with a lasting legacy. A legacy of love for nature and the nurturing of life itself. People stroll from friend to friend talking and laughing in anticipation of the moment to come. Animals of all types and species are in attendance this night. In the distance we can hear horseplay. Their hoofs pounding as if they were they echo of our hearts. They roam the fields in delight of the energy and love that fills the air tonight. Poseidon walks to Cloud and takes her by the hand, smelling the oils that have cleansed her and feeling the love that inhabits her heart. He kisses her on the cheek then tells her, ** My Sister, the time is now.** With these words and not another one spoken the people form a line behind Cloud and Poseidon. In double file they walk, hand in hand and heart to heart. Walking at our feet are our furry friends we have brought to be apart of this celebration. Some wonder off to investigate this mystical place. The birds fly off and return to their perch. We walk as Arion drums ever so quiet. We reach a hedgerow of pine. Dense, so dense to the eye it seems it can't be passed through. Poseidon assures all as he leads this loving coven through the tall pines as the heavenly scent of the pine needles fill our lungs with every breath. Once through the hedgerow we reach an uncut corn field. The stalks stand brittle but with posture and pride. They form our shield from the world we know. We walk through this field until we reach an opening. This opening is our doorway to a place where time stands still and harm comes to no one. The clearing we have reached is wide and circular. On three quarters of this circle we are concealed by cornstalks, and on the other quarter runs the waters of the Delaware River. A bon fire roars with warmth to the south of this circle as the water is to the west. Hand in hand Cloud and Poseidon enter this magickal kingdom. They immediately feel warmth and security enter their souls. They have entered the womb of the Holy Mother and giver of all life. Warmed by their black robes they walk towards the north where a beautiful alter of oak sits. Cloud sits upon the alter a censor that fills the air with the essence of her incense. In unison the pair raise their arms up high, both holding athames in one hand, and still hand in hand with the other. In harmony the raise energy, as they speak

*** From the depths of the Universe, through the Full Moon Night, bless upon this circle, the purity of the Goddess Light!!!!*** The beat of Arion's drum grows louder and faster, the hoofs of the horses in the distance follow the beat, as does the hearts of all in attendance. A green glowing light illuminates Clouds hand. It passes through her, grows through Poseidon and exits out the blade of his athame. They spin together in a clockwise movement as the energy saturates the circle. Poseidon, excited and short of breath again speaks.

***Brothers and Sisters, the circle is cast. Bring on the invocations!!! The Angels of the quadrants await us, please come and call them in!!!*** Poseidon aims his eyes towards Maegan in anticipation of her words...

Maegan steps forward dressed in a white flowing robe. Lil' Meg and Shadow follow beside her meowing and playing with one and other. She looks at both and they sit attentively at her feet. Glowing with happiness she turns towards the East and raises her arms in a welcoming gesture "Angel of the East, bringer of renewed life, strength and intellect, grace us with your warmth and touch us with your light!" She feels a sudden warmth touch her, turn towards Kiri Sue and smiles..

Kiri Sue enters into the center of the circle and stands before the altar. She wears a red flowing robe in honor of the South quadrant. The hood falls back from her face as she raises her head toward the sky and speaks.

"Angels of the South, Spirits of Fire, I call to you to bless us with your presence in our workings tonight. Bless us with your energies, strength and cleansing. Walk with us and guide us. So Mote it Be!" Kiri Sue stands for a moment with outstretched arms and feels the energy beginning in her fingertips first and then throughout. Smiling gratefully, she returns to the circle and smiles at Marianna...

Marianna approaches the Western edge of the circle. She is garbed in navy blue with a twisted rope belt in a lighter shade. Beside her, on a blue vinyl bean bag, her little poodle dog snores and snuffles her way through Dreamland. Offering up a chalice of California sea-water she calls out:

"Hail Samuel, bringer of water!

Hark, hear my voice, for I am your daughter

Bring to us wisdom, on this night

Stay here, be with us, till morning's light!"

Placing the chalice at her feet, Marianna turns toward the north, and Arion....

Arion stands before the North, glowing & smiling right after her brush (hug & kiss) with divinity (g-- Cosmic Dancer).. There is a green candle in her hand.. The light of the moon & stars reflect off her auburn hair & in her eyes & her olive green robe... She places the candle on the altar & lights it.. Facing the North, she says, "Auriel of the North, Guardian of the North, our circle is open, your power please lend, your presence is welcomed, we bid you, come in!" She resumes her drumming & makes way for...

...Cosmic Dancer, who nods with the slightest grin to Arion and then walks to the center of the circle as his four-legged companion waits patiently. His expression is deeply reverent as he turns in a slow circle with his arms outstretched.

"We welcome thee, Oh Supreme Lord of the Universe and Consort to our Divine Mother. Your faces and names are many, as are your facets and aspects. You watch over me as the Lord Siva Nataraja, Divine Dancer and benevolent Father. For those of the Northern path of my ancestors you are the supreme Lord Wotan who hung on Yggdrasil to achieve enlightenment. For those of the Egyptian Path you are Osiris Lord of the Dead and benevolent Father to the living. We Welcome your presence and ask your blessing upon this gathering of Witches who take delight in the Glory of you and your Lady our Mother!"

Cosmic Dancer pauses a moment, closes his eyes and breathes in very deeply, his arms slowly returning to his sides as a broad, glowing smile spreads across his face. He moves out of the circle, savoring the swelling sounds of Arion's drum which arouse in him the desire to burst into Ecstatic Dance, making way for...

Midnight steps lightly into the circle wearing her azure blue robe with silver trim... She feels the earth beneath her bare feet and gentle breeze caresses her cheek. Maximillian, Siamese and a bit arrogant, stares at her intently with his clear blue eyes... he sits utterly still, and seems to know the significance of this night... Midnight warmly squeezes the hand of Cosmic Dancer as she comes to the altar..... they exchange a brief smile... Then placing her feet firmly on the ground, standing tall and proud, she gracefully stretches her arms to the sky and looks to the face of the full and beautiful moon, "Our Lady of Silver Magick, Mother of All; Come this night unto this circle of your children.... Be with us and bathe us in your divine presence... You are known by many names. Freya, Kali, and Isis are but a few, but your Presence is Ever the Same... Be with us now." A tear glides down Midnight's cheek and sparkles silver as all in the circle feel the powerful presence of the goddess descend.... Midnight returns to her place in the circle, making way for...

Poseidon- who re-enters again wearing his black robe with a gold petagram at the place of his heart. Perched upon his shoulder is his white dove, a gift from Midnight on the last Full Moon. Some giggle as Poseidon fumble's about trying to collect his cat- Cheeks, who seems to take pride in the entertainment she has gifted upon this circle. Finally she jumps up to the altar and stands as if a statue. Poseidon shakes off the mild embarrassment then turns to speak. *** Sisters and brothers, we are denizens of the womb of Mother Life. We are guarded by her angels and enlightened by her light. Let your soul consume this light, let it be a part of you, let it grow in you, let your spirit be blessed on this night.***

*** On this night we will give our energy to the people of the west. It is badly needed. People are without homes and some have lost all that endears their heart. Let all in attendance be as one... Let your hearts speak your words and your soul know it's truth. Bring your gifts of nature and ask that your ills do retreat. I set upon this altar a ball of crystal gem, I ask all who stand before it touch it's visioned light. It will grant you with luck and clairvoyance. Use it will goodwill, and harm none!!! Let the petitions begin good people!!!!*** Poseidon returns to his place and makes way for ......

Sharon, who has not been able to bring her familiar animals nor a proper robe. Tonight she wears old baggy jeans and a cotton shirt. Her graying red hair is unbound, her feet bare. Her hands are empty as she approaches the Place of the Goddess and God. "Mother and Father," she says. "You know where I am and what I am doing. I ask that the best be granted Elaine, my earthly mother. She is content with whatever her future holds now that she is back in her own home. I ask for restored health and long, satisfying life, but this and all things I ultimately leave in Your holy hands. For myself, I ask for strength and wisdom to deal with the stresses and decisions in the days to come. I thank You now for the love I have for Mom and for the understanding we've come to have with one another. I ask Your blessing on all here who have shared their own precious energy with me this past week." Sharon smiles at all present, tears of gratitude stinging her eyes. Then she steps back into the circle, making way for...

Avalon, who steps forward accompanied by her German Shepherd, Bear. Dressed in a simple green flowered robe, she faces the altar and speaks softly, "Mother Goddess, Great Spirit, what I ask for this full moon is not of the mundane, but of the spirit. I know that I am on the verge of an important life lesson, and I ask for the patience and courage to see this through. My soul is not at peace, and I am uneasy and afraid. I ask to be ever mindful of faith and trust that will see me through as I continue on this journey." Avalon places a small piece of amethyst crystal on the altar as a token of appreciation and love for the Goddess and the gifts already bestown upon her, and steps back into the circle, making way for...

Leek, who steps forward, dressed simply in her red robe, tied at the waist with a green cord. Perched on one shoulder are Thunk and Leon, the cockatiels, and on the other, Elvis, the lovebird, and Cody, the Lori, who bites playfully at her neck. At her feet, Isis, the cat rubs casually against her legs, and Lisa, the mutt, and Leek's familiar, sits attentively at her feet. In her hands she carries a deep red apple. **Oh Great Mother, I stand before you tonight and offer my gift. This apple represents health, both physical, and mental.** Leek cuts the apple in half and removes the seeds. Silently she kneels and gently presses the seeds into the soft earth. **May these seeds take root and grow, so that others might enjoy their sweet fruit. Mother, my request is simple tonight, lately I've been carrying a load much heavier than I can manage, and as a result, I am worn out, and my health isn't what it should be. I ask that you grant me the physical strength needed to make it through the next month, which is full of challenges. Grant me the mental strength needed to do well on my upcoming exams. May you also grant Lisa, my sweet puppy, the relief we have been seeking for her allergies. Great One, only you know what lies in my heart, no words can express my love and devotion. Thank you Mother for all of your blessings*** Leek bows before the altar, and gathering her beloved pets, steps back into the circle, making way for.....

Breck, dressed in her silver, green and black. She smiles at Poseidon and winks encouragement, then approaches the altar. "Dear Lady Mother and Great Horned Father...I bring you tonight an unopened geode....it is a symbol of the future.. Even as this holds it's secrets to itself until it is opened, so does the next day and the next.... Grant me the courage to accept and not rush what is ahead, but to learn to take things as they unfold and open to me. Also, several craft items of a personal nature where "damaged" these past few days and it was suggested that it might have been intentional. If that is so, lend me your aid to repel this attack, yet do no damage in return. For all you have done, now and before, I am grateful and astonished!" Breck exits the circle, but not alone, for while she spoke Willow, her gray and white tabby familiar; Bella the new beagle in the household and Bruin Dumbkitty (Willow's daughter) joined her. As she leaves she smiles and makes way for......

Shegar steps into the circle of the altar with Sabrina in his arms. *Lady and Lord of the night, I stand before you with a smile on my face and thanks in my heart. You have shown me a sign of your might and direction of my career. For this I will ere' be in your debt.* Shegar then takes a book from under his arm and sets Sabrina on the altar and reads....

I come into your garden fair,

To waltz upon the dew,

To look upon your handiwork,

While morning still is new.

I come into your meadow fair,

To laugh upon the lawn,

To stare upon a red-blue sky,

Working magic come the dawn.

I come into your forest fair,

To sing among the trees,

To sway carefree amidst the leaves,

Come full the noon-day breeze.

I come into greenwood fair,

To watch the sunlight play,

As it dances towards the dusk,

And sparkles like the Fey.

I come into your grove so fair,

The cloak of night comes round,

To gather stars within its sweep,

And shine upon the ground.

I come into your world so fair,

And think on what I've seen,

Then fall to sleep with gods of old,

And dream on the moon-beam wings.

Shegar turns and places the song on the altar,* O' Loved ones of the night, I give you this in all my humbleness as to the thanks for your gifts given to me. Shegar takes Sabrina from the altar and takes his place in the circle and looks to the next.....

Who is Poseidon. Still upon his shoulder is his white dove and napping upon the alter is his buddy Cheeks. In his hand are treasures born from the earth. He looks to the North and speaks.*** Hear me Great Horned one and the Mother of all. I come here in thanks for the gifts bestowed upon me in this life. I have beautiful friends with caring hearts- and for that I am ever most thankful. I bring you salt from the seas. Poseidon takes a satin pull sack out from his robe. He unties the sack and reaches in with his fingers and holds the salt in the palm of his hand and speaks*** This salt remains from the water of this earth. It is magical and divine in it's nature. Let it be apart of this earth and water once again.**** Poseidon tosses the salt in his palm into the air and watches as it falls to the ground. He then pulls the tie tight and places the sack upon the altar. Poseidon then speaks once again. Holy Mother and Ancient Father I have one thing to ask this Full Moon. In the next month a group of people at work and myself will be involved in a drawing to win a large sum of money. Let luck be with us. This money will be my chance to start my coffee house. In this coffee house will a place for brothers and sisters to meet and mingle and speak of our ways. Let it be Ancient Couple!!! SO MOTE IT BE!!!! Poseidon moves back to his place making way for...........

Maegan and her two buddies lil' Meg and Shadow. Halfway to the center of the circle Shadow decides to start climbing up Maegans white robe. Smiling shyly she lifts him up in her arms while lil' Meg proceeds to the altar ahead of them. Reaching her destination Maegan pulls a bunch of wild flowers from her robe and places them on the altar. "Dearest Mother and Father, I bring you these flowers as a symbol of my growth in the Craft. I am always seeking knowledge and ask that you always guide me on the path I have chosen. I also ask at this time that you help me to find my place in this world. I'm feeling a bit lost at this time in my life and the confusion is unbearable at times! I have a need to be organized and settled and I can't seem to get to that point. It has disrupted my studies and practices. This deeply distresses me. So whatever guidance you may lend I will gratefully accept and follow. You have never let me down and I know you are always there." With a bow to the altar Maegan returns to the circle with lil' Meg following and Shadow in her arms. She smiles and looks towards..

Cloud, who only brought Pyewacket on purpose, but ended up with the new baby Emmy in the basket and Critter along at the last minute. Critter leaps onto the altar with the energy of a kitten half his age who ISN'T post-op, and waits expectantly while Cloud untangles Pye from her leg and asks her please to behave herself. It's Critter's turn now, and Cloud places his meds on the altar next to him. She turns her eyes to the moon and pauses a moment for centering after all that, before she speaks: *Mother of All, this child of yours has recently turned up with a new health problem that will demand more of our energy and resources than we're used to giving. Help the humans who love him to remember that he needs our watchfulness more now, and please remind us to stop in our frenzies and give him his pills on time* Critter butts her affectionately, as she passes the med bottles through the incense smoke and returns them to her basket, where Emmy looks at them curiously before going back to sleep. Cloud sneaks a hand under the kitten to retrieve the other objects she has brought with her. She places on the altar a gods-eye made by T years ago, in simple token of her trust that he continues to be watched over as he makes a rather tough decision, holds her hands over it a moment, and then places next to it a picture of R, at his wisest and most smiling stage, and a candle that he made when he was eight, which she lights.

*Mother of Wisdom, Father of Strength, it is clear to me now that I believe in this boy's light, and that I know it must be his own to find. I have done the best work an earthly parent can; now he fights his own urges to relight his brighter self. Show me anything I can do to help, but remind me when I need it that this is his battle, not mine.* And after a moment of reflection, she scoops Critter off the altar and, followed by the ever-helpful Pyewacket, returns to her place to await...

Arion, who again enters the circle with her slug, Hare Krishna on her sleeve. She faces the moon as tears fall down her cheek & says "Thank you... Thank you so much for letting me meet Ted Neeley (moment of silence)... You don't know how much that meant to me.. Words can't describe it.. Thank you so much... Now I have one more request to make.. Please help me improve my education.. Help me to be a better student so I'll be able to succeed in whatever it is I finally set out to do, which will hopefully be Broadway.. Please help me get some more theater experience for that, too.. Thank you..." she returns to drumming & makes way for....

Poseidon, Who walks to the altar then turns and speaks. ***It is time to move forward. May all favors be granted by the Holy Mother and Horned One. Before the door of this Holy womb is opened we will hear a meditation from our beloved sister Marianna in the spirit of healing. Healing of the flood victims and also people from around this great blue planet- Mother Earth. Let our energies become one and aimed at the souls of the needy.**** Poseidon moves back making way for Marianna and awaits her words

Marianna strides pensively forth. With a pair of long tongs, she places a medium sized flat rock in the fire. While she lets it heat, she walks back to the Western quadrant and picks up the chalice of California water. She returns to the center of the circle and, looking at her friends in this ritual, speaks thus: "My friends, difficulty has struck our magnificent state once again. Perhaps Mother chooses to show the world the effects of communities who bond and work together, for time and again she brings us to our knees, and time and again we clutch each other as we struggle back up. It is a gratifying lesson. But it is a very painful one as well. We are told throughout life that value should not be placed on material objects; we are human, and cannot completely avoid doing so. Photographs, children's artwork, family heirlooms are so much more than materials...they are memories in themselves, and once again they are gone. I wonder how much more we as a state of people can endure before breaking.

And so I turn to you, dear friends, to ask your help. Lend us whatever healing energy you can spare; help us to regain our footing in the universal ladder. When the time comes, we, together as a human race, will climb the next rung." Marianna takes in her hand a clump of earth. Using her other hand, she utilizes the tongs to remove the heated rock from the fire. She places it on the ground before her. Opening the earth fist slightly, she dribbles water into it from the chalice, making a goopy mud. She then places it on the hot rock, causing it to hiss and steam. As the steam billowed up into the night, she wafted it along, saying "Let this prayer be carried to and through the Heavens: that we as a people survive the turmoil's chosen for us, and that we become the stronger for them. Let our inner voices guide us, make us not afraid to lean on others in times of crises, bring peace and harmony into the hearts of every living soul, so that the human race can exist beautifully." As the water in the mud evaporated, the mud turned once more into simple earth. Taking a pinch of it to each member of the circle, she instructed each to hold it in the palm of their hand, make a wish, and blow the dirt so that it fell outside the perimeter of the circle.

"With this ritual, bring thy healing, O Sacred Mother of the Heavens. Lady of the Moon send us your embrace and wrap it around the whole of this earth; with your love, we shall survive.. SO MOTE IT BE!!" Marianna returns to the circle to await closing....

Poseidon moves forward and picks up his athame that has been sitting on the altar. He lifts the athame above his head and speaks.*** Sisters and Brothers- we have shared as one this magical night. From within the womb of Holy Mother we will be granted all our wants and needs. It is time to return to the life we live outside the warmth and security of this sacred space. *** Poseidon once again takes Cloud by the hand. Cloud looks to the sky as the two of them together consume the energy that surrounds this circle. Cloud draws it in and passes it on to Poseidon. When the Poseidon can take no more he thrusts his Athame into the soil of mother earth. The energy leaves through the Athame and becomes a part of this earth. Poseidon then walks to the doorway of this loving circle. He focuses his attention upon it, never blinking an eye. He points his athame towards the door and pulls it open with the energy that still inhabits his magical tool. He then speaks*** This circle is open but never broken. As we step out we are like a infant leaving the love of his mothers womb. I wish upon all who have attended that they live life in the moment, and in harmony with all of the manifestations of our Holy Mother. Leave here and be happy and proud. Poseidon takes a satin cloth and cleans the soil from it's blade. He walks towards Midnight and holds the Athame with two hands, one on the handle and one on the blade. *** My sister- I offer this athame as a sign of changing roles. I ask you to be our leader for the next Full Moon. Take this Athame and use it as you will. You need not use it in magick. Place it upon your alter or charge your soul with light. It is handed down to the deserving leader, take care of it, until the next Full Moon. My people , it is time to drink and eat from the goods of Earth's bounty. Let us walk to the place we began. In the barn we will gather and enjoy the gift of song. With that- behind the lead of Midnight , Poseidon and Cloud and the rest of the people follow on. Blessed Be to All!!!! So Mote IT Be!!!!!!