Clouds circle the mountain top . and rise to the sky .Standing on the path into the mist . SilverFire waves his hands into the air . Calling to the members gathered below . " I ask you to join me and come to the place of the circle ." and makes a path through the clouds to reveal the altar covered in fresh picked vegetables and last bloomed flowers .as the circle is filled SilverFire raises his hands to the sky .Wearing his black robe, with silver flames from the bottom to the waist and a silver Pentagram hanging from his neck. He says "I now draw the power of the Moon Priestess into myself merging with Her powers, the pure essence of the Goddess .In cloak of midnight hour . I call upon the Ancient power . I seek the presence of the Lady and Lord . To bless this water that I will pour ." holds it the sky ." In my hands I hold the essence of the Gods, I hereby cleanse and consecrate this water to Divinity that it may be used for positive acts only and may aid in my magickal work " and pours it to the ground .Kneeling He takes salt "In my hands I hold the essence of Mother Earth .she whose beauty sustains all living creatures, I hereby consecrate this salt to Divinity that it may be used for positive acts only and may aid in my magickal work . holding the cup in one hand and the salt in the other . the reflection of Mother Moon in the water is seen ." As I will . So Mote It Be . With the free will of all and harm to none this formula is done ." and he puts the salt in the water .and sets it on the altar .and lights the white candles at the ends of the altar " The circle is open . May it not be broken! . I cleans and consecrate this place to the Mother and Father of us all . on this Full Moon Night .All negativity is removed from it in any time and space ."Standing and looking to the sky SilverFire says ." By the Will of the Lady and Lord I have empowered this place, May their blessing shine upon and through it always .

By the Free Will of All

And with harm to none

As I will

So Shall it be done!

I Thank thee for the use of thy Power ."

SilverFire bows to the circle and stands back to let the first to arrive .

Midnight steps forward into the circle, wearing her dark blue robe etched with silver stars . out of the mist of clouds she steps, and moves to the East . raising her athame, she traces a shimmering star, and calls to her friends, the Sylphs . "Beings of Air . I do summon, stir, and call thee up . Let your power of initiative enter us all as you look upon this our Full Moon Rite . Let the power of the East hold at bay all that is baneful, and set watch as a protection here for all in the Circle " A breeze moves the mist and blows through her hair as she returns to her place, making way for .

Avalon, who steps to the South. She wears her forest green robe and feels it whip around her in the wind. She lights a red candle and holds it aloft as she speaks . **Guardians of the South, Keeper of the Fire and Flame . Be with us tonight, protect and purify us, honor us and bless us with your presence. We welcome you into our circle-- come join us so our hearts may beat as one.** She places the candle on the altar and steps back to her place in the circle next to Willow Sage, and awaits .

Mc Cara .hearing the wise words of Silverfire and feeling the energies of the circle, Cara steps forward to the West. She is wearing an indigo long, flowing dress that she feels against her skin. She raises her Cup and as she does, she hears the gurgling of the brook, the swiftness of the river, and the roar of the ocean. To the Powers of the West, I call upon you. Let us feel the blood of the Earth, flow through the veins of all living beings. As she steps back into place, the rain gently falls on the circle. She hears a school of Dolphins dancing in the waters. Cara makes way for

Breck, who steps to the North carrying a green candle anointed with sandalwood oil. Placing the candle in the holder there, she lights it and speaks "Oh Great and Strong denizens of the North, keepers of the root power of the Earth Join us here tonight Add your energy to our causes and need, prayers and supplications As the season of quiescence descends, let us know the wonder and power of your quiet strength Be here with us and join our ritual " Breck pauses in solitude for a moment then returns to the circle and picks up her drum, leaving the way clear for .

.Red Deer, who moves slowly from his place in the Circle. Deer carries a large harvest basket over his arm which is filled, and covered with a fine linen cloth. He first proceeds round the circle, stopping before each celebrant. From beneath the linen, he withdraws a small cluster of poplar leaves bound together with a length of bramble, which he lays at their feet. Then, exchanging a warm hug, he moves on. Having completed the round and returned to his own place, Red Deer turns inward toward the altar that is at both the center of this circle and of all circles - all times and all places. Before the altar, Deer pauses to remove the linen cover from his basket. He then withdraws a large stem of scuppernongs - those intensely sweet, golden grapes of southern autumn - and lays them upon the altar. "I bring to the circle that by the circle given . harvest fruits, fruits of the vine which symbolizes the coming equinox. As we move into the darker part of the dance, may their sweetness call to mind that of summers past as well as those yet to come. May their fragrance bear us through the lean times yet to come. Red Deer then removes a small reiku bowl from his basket. He holds the bowl aloft for a moment - while it is charged with feeling of this place, and all gathered perceive the reflection of colors through its copper pigments - then places it upon the altar's center. Taking a white taper from the right end of the alter, Deer lights the charcoal within, and then heaps crystals of Myrrh and Patchouli resin upon it. As he begins to speak, the mixed fragrances - sweet and spicy, earthy and heavy - gather on the mountain air to tantalize all gathered. "Into our circle be drawn, Father .having set aside your horns to take on the Poet's guise. May Your Wisdom in this time between growing and declining inspire us. May we feel the warmth of harvest fires, and recognize the riches brought by this Turn of the Wheel. Strengthen us for the coming season, and instill to our hearts the certain knowledge that from the coming darkness, light will again be born. For this, the Moon of Wine which precedes the Autumn Equinox, fill our hearts with the joys of Nature's culmination. So mote it be." Red Deer slowly withdraws from the altar, spiraling outward towards the perimeter of the circle. He pauses briefly before his Goddess, to embrace and kiss her fully upon the lips, before resuming his place

.Elenya enters the circle, in awe of this moment and the beauty surrounding her. In honour of the Goddess, she is wearing a simple white robe, and her beloved amulet of a golden Ygdrasill cradled by a silver crescent moon. Her copper hair is highlighted by the rays of light from the silvery Wine moon above her. She pauses to look at each of the others gathered together, smiles briefly, then turns to approach the altar. She raises her arms to the sky and begins to speak: "Oh Holy Mother, we call upon you to be present this evening as we celebrate the ecstasy of your spirit and the joy of your presence here on Earth. As we, your children gather together, we ask you to connect our hearts with the power of your dreams and the energy of your love." "Maiden, bring thy flowers; Mother, bring thy child; Crone, bring thy wisdom. As we weave a web of glowing light, may Earth and Air and Fire and Water guide us and bind us to you as we begin here tonight, in perfect love and perfect trust. So Mote It Be!" Elenya's arms drop to her sides as she returns to her place in the circle. She smiles at Red Deer, turns to at Cara, then gazes at SilverFire as he continues .

SilverFire wakes from a trance and walks to the altar ." I ask all who are ready to petition the Goddess and God .I ask that each one think of the most wonderful time of year that it is and give thanks to them for their being there." SilverFire walks back to the circle to wait for the first to come forward .

Emmereaude steps to the center of the circle and faces the altar. She bows deeply in reverence to the Lady and the Lord. She raises her arms to the heavens and speaks: "I give thanks to the Lady and the Lord of all life for their presence here and in my life. I rejoice in the abundance of love poured out upon me and all those present here."

She begins to sings softly:

"She's been waiting, waiting,

She's been waiting so long,

She's been waiting for Her children to remember, to return,

She's been waiting, waiting, She's been waiting so long,

She's been waiting for her children to remember, to return.

Blessed Be and Blessed Are the lovers of the Lady,

Blessed Be and Blessed Are the lovers of the Lord,

Blessed Be and Blessed Are the ones who dance together,

Blessed Be and Blessed Are the ones who dance alone.

She's been waiting, waiting, She's been waiting so long,

She's been waiting for Her children to remember, to return.

.Red Deer moves back to the altar, and adds a large piece of amber resin to the reiku bowl. Its heavy, sweet scent flows on a veil of smoke which seems to fill the circle but not leave it. "Mother and Father, tonight I give thanks. Thanks for a wonderful family. Thanks for a comfortable home. Most especially, thanks for the great healing that our daughter has received, and the thanks for the many friends both within this circle and without, whose sendings - prayers, rituals, medicine bags, visualization tools - were an important part of it." .Red Deer pauses for a long moment to gaze at the wine moon in all her glory, basking in Her light, and continues. "I have ridden the night sky over many moons, I have seen the Great Wheel in this journey of my life, and the Wheel of the Year in its seasonal cycle. Moon-tides and Sun-tides surge in my blood. The tides, the seasons are teaching me, that 'In my end is my beginning,' and that life is the path flowing always between beginnings." .Deer then returns to his place in the circle, to await .

.Elenya, who re-enters the circle carrying a small basket of herbal oils and vinegars she made before coming to this sacred space. She places the basket on the altar, and looks into the sky. "Mother, I give thanks for your generous bounty this summer, we will be enjoying the fruits of your harvest for many months to come." "I would also like to thank you for the strength you have provided myself and my family over this past moon. Thank you for watching over Kathryn and guiding her through the healing process. I also thank you for our wonderful friends, who have sent their loving thoughts, energies and gifts which have also helped us through this ordeal. We are truly blessed." Elenya stops for a moment as tears well in her eyes, then continues . "In a series of tomorrows I hope to touch the opportunities that follow all that has passed. Making me a minute part of an hour glass through which the sands of eternity pass and pass ." Elenya returns to her place in the circle, taking Red Deer's hand as she waits for the next petitioner to enter

Breck re-enters the circle, carrying a loaf of bread and a jar of berry preserves. She places these on the altar and pauses in thought. Then, she speaks . "Blessed Mother, Dearest Lord .I owe so much in thanks to you that these small gifts of this years harvest do little but accent it. I am still so far from where I am going, but You have so generously placed me on this path. Ian was the greatest gift I could ever be given and I will continue to hope I might REALLY deserve him. Please help strengthen our bonds and continue to bless us as You have ." She then turns to the rest of the group in the circle "I have been here since the beginning not only of the Ritual, but also the Board as we know it now .After the next FMR, I must leave .But know this all of you My heart will always be here And a part of you each will come with me I am so full of thanks at all I have shared and learned here and I will NEVER forget ." She turns to the altar and spends a moment in silent prayer then returns to her drum, leaving way to

Phoenix/Freya enters the circle in a simple white robe. She carries a bowl of raspberries, and some corn. She takes them and places them on the alter. "Thank you Great Mother, and Great Lord. For the bounty of the season, and the bounty of the heart. I have nothing to ask for, and everything to hope for. I offer these raspberries and this corn, in thanks for all that we have received, and in hopes that we shall receive it again . Thank you." Phoenix/Freya stepped back, making way for

Poseidon, who is clad in his black and gold robe. A tear drips down his cheek by the news of his sisters Breck petition. Upon his shoulder is his white dove blessed upon him by Midnight. He walks to Breck and speaks; My sister, you have blessed us with your presence for so long and it will hurt to see you go. I pass on to you this white dove with love. This dove brings you wisdom, inner strength and serenity, and patience. May it be with you everyday of your life. Poseidon kisses Breck on the cheek,)> and moves away towards the alter. Poseidon places cobs of corn, tomatoes, and peaches with all of the other blessed gifts from mother earth. **** Holy Goddess, within this sacred womb I am at peace with life. My soul is energized by your presence. It has been a tough season. The waters of the heavens have been small, but with the nurturing of your rivers and wisdom of man, the crops have survived to nourish all. Thank you blessed mother for this life and all others my soul have been. Poseidon picks up a peach and slices it with his athame. He moves around the circle offering a taste to all in attendance. When left with nothing but a seed, he drops to his knees and digs with his fingers into the energy of this earth. He places the seed and buries it into it's womb, with hope that next season it will flourish and brim with the tastes that feed . If it is your will gracious lady, this seed will feed life. So Mote It Be!!!! Poseidon stands and steps back slowly making way for

Coyolxauhqui steps forward. "Dear sisters and brothers, I am honored to be here with you on this night of the full moon. I give praise and honor to the Goddess for all that She has done for me and for all of us here". Coyolxauhqui walks to the alter and places an orange, red, and gold alter cloth on the alter. "I offer this alter cloth to You in thanks for guiding me. I ask that You be with me as school starts. Help me with my health. I would like to share a chant, written by Norma Joyce".

"I feel the power

let it enter us now.

Oh, sister moon

Come join our circle.

At your fullest

Share your power.

Oh, sister moon

Come join our circle.

Shine on down now,

point out the path.

oh, sister moon

Come join our circle.

I light a candle to you,

Share your knowledge.

oh, sister moon

Come join our circle.

Let us learn

The way for us,

Oh, sister moon

Come join our circle"

.so mote it be .

Coyolxauhqui rejoins the circle, making way for .

the one & only Willow Sage . barefoot, she enters the circle in her hippie garb, love beads, face paint, flowers in her hair, & her beloved Almost Perfect Alvarez, Roberta, strapped to her back . while gazing across and around the circle she pulls Roberta forward & starts strumming . beautifully, powerfully, she sings .

Bows & flows of angel hair

& ice cream castles in the air

& feather canyons everywhere

i've looked at clouds that way

but now they only block the sun

they rain & snow on everyone

so many things i could've done

but clouds got in my way

i've looked at clouds from both sides now

from up & down & still somehow

it's clouds' illusions i recall

i really don't know clouds at all

moons & Junes & ferris wheels

the dizzy dancing way you feel

as every fairy tale comes real

i've looked at love that way

but now it's just another show

you leave them laughing when you go

& if you care don't let them know

don't give yourself away

i've looked at love love from both sides now

from give & take & still somehow

it's love's illusions i recall

i really don't know love at all

tears & fears & feeling proud

to say "i love you" right out loud

dreams & schemes & circus crowds

i've looked at life that way

but now old friends are acting strange

they shake their heads they say i've changed

something's lost, but something's gained

in living everyday

i've looked at life from both sides now

win & lose & still somehow

it's life's illusions i recall

i really don't know life at all .

she finishes up the song w/ a few chords & smiles . she pulls a rose, a daisy, & a snapdragon out of her hair & places them on the altar . she bows down, kisses the altar, then kisses the ground, & returns to her place in the circle

Midnight steps forward, almost hesitantly, her bare feet against the cool ground . her long brown hair glinting in the moonlight . She steps to the altar and places upon it 3 bunches of grapes-- white, red and purple . She lifts her eyes to the Beautiful face of the Moon . "Precious Mother . I come tonight with no requests, for I have what I need, and feel assured that future needs will be met as they arise . From the bottom of my heart and soul I do thank you for leading me to this path . Having found both pain and joy, and learned their lessons, I would not change one footfall of my journey to this place ." Midnight smiles to Poseidon and takes her place in the circle . giving Silver Fire a kiss on the cheek, and making way for .

SilverFire steps forward to the altar and raising his arms to the skies . says" I thank you for all that you have given me . and all that is to come in the future as I am asking for peace to all the hearts that are here and to all the hearts that will read and enjoy your membership to this circle . I wish upon all Sunshine and Roses to each and everyone here to line the paths of their lives in the days to come . and to grant the petitions of the gentle folk here ." Kneeling to the ground and taking the earth in his hands " I hold you in my heart as I hold you in my hands . with honor and grace to ask that you be with us in our times of need and want ." standing SilverFire looks to the circle and says ." I thank you all for being part of this Full Moon Rite and wish that you be gentle in all that you do ."SilverFire turns to Midnight and says " My Lady of the night . I am all right and wish to thank you for your friendship ." and Kisses her upon the cheek and returns to the circle to wait for . Icefire shyly moves into the circle, she wears her robe of crystal blue. Smiling at everyone she notices Silverfire . Lady and Lord I would like to thank you for bringing Silverfire into my life, as a friend and a wonderful teacher. He has helped me feel like I finally belong somewhere I also ask that you give me the strength to deal with the hurt that I am experiencing at this time in my life Help me to remain strong, as I face great turmoil ahead. As tears trickle down her face she rejoins the circle and bows her

head making way for

Sharon, who steps forward. Raising her gaze to the moon above, she speaks: "Mother, this night I thank you for the sisters and brothers You've given me on this earth. Most particularly, I thank you for my sister, Cloud. From her, I've come slowly to understand how we are all one in You: facets of the same glory, petals on the same rose and drops in the single ocean of truth and beauty that You have created. Also, I ask this night to be given the strength and wisdom it will take to transpose that truth and beauty into words that others might read and understand." Sharon pauses, deep in prayer, then stands back, making way for .

.Cloud, who has an enormous hug for Sharon before she steps into the circle, stopping again to hug Breck. Actually, she feels like hugging everyone. Her basket is filled with apples this time, the perfect Yellow Delicious that her humble tree produces in its dreams of greatness. She places one on the altar for a long moment that she spends gazing into the glowing face of the Moon, cuts it crosswise to show the mystery inside, and carries it around the circle to make sure everyone sees the magic and gets an apple of their own. She asks nothing this moon, breathes only gratitude for these friends and those she circled with last night, those she saw in the last few days, and those who have moved on. Particularly she is thankful for the life of Steven, who crossed over one year ago yesterday and whose influence in her earlier development has been showing strongly lately; for Poseidon, whose questions show her Truth; and for Sharon, who pushes her growth toward Light in more ways than she's ever found words to say. She has no words, just a full heart and a gift of apples, and when all have received she places the remaining few around the edge of the circle, for the wild friends who may want them, and perhaps for the Lady to plant some new trees. Grinning like a fool, she returns to her place, making way for .

SilverFire again steps from the circle . and raises his head to the sky ." O' Mother of us here below . I come to ask a petition for a friend who has much sadness in her heart to night she has asked me to petition for her, and I ask that you open your arms for her friend and soul animal, Prudence who is now headed your way . " a pillar of smoke rises from the altar and Tank the dog of my sister walks from the altar and calls for her to walk to him .Howls of joy come from him and a waging tail shows the peace that he has ." My Lady, Mc Cara ." SilverFire calls out "I ask you to have joy in your heart for Prudence is going to a better life of gentle sleep and cool clean water .and know that she is happy in this world ." and SilverFire walkd to Tank and calls for Prudence to join him in romp and play .moving to Mc Cara, SilverFire places his arm around her and kisses her cheek and motions for the pair to enter the summerland in ease and peace . and moves the circle to wait for the last to ask for what they might need .

Moving to the Altar . SilverFire looks at the circle of friends gathered and removes his silver staff from under the altar . and turns to the sky and raises it to be filled with her power ."O'Mother and Father . I thank you for being with us in this time of honor to your mighty selves and to have you listen to our petitions I ask that you give guidance where needed and to answer each with your wisdom I give you myself in the way that you see fit to be used and to heal all that need to be healed ." Lowering the staff to turn in a circle and beaming out onto the circle the pure light of the Goddess and God . the White light of peace falls on all here and to those that have read This Full Moon Rite "I now close the Circle as in the past and ask that all spirits return to your homes with out harm to none . and to stay in our hearts for the rest of the days to come ." SilverFire taps his staff on the ground to signal the closing of the circle and says to the gathered " all be at peace and find yourself in your dreams and heart follow your paths of light .and teach where needed and learn when you need . I thank you for being here and to give the Full Moon the life that you have given ." Silver Fire walks to each and hugs each and kisses each on the cheek . and ask for the next to lead to come forward

SilverFire walks to Breck and kneels to her feet and kisses them. "These feet will lead us in the next FMR . I call upon the Goddess and God to be kind to her and to give her the signs that they have shown me .So Mote It Be!" standing SilverFire takes his first pentagram, given him on the first FMR and places it around her neck . and kisses her on both cheeks ." I call to all, welcome Lady Breck to the lead and join in for the next Full Moon Ritual ." and stands back to allow her to breathe