This is a ritual to use throughout the next 5 weeks, during any full moon, or anytime you need The Queen. First, anoint your heart space with The Queen anointing oil. Face the East and say:Wise Queen, I call to you. Queen of new ideas and innovation, bring me fresh ideas and solutions to worn …
Summer Solstice
when to see the Mystery
Today is the Summer Solstice, and also a full moon. In a nutshell, it means there's a lot of light; a whole lot to see and plenty of time to see it.Last year I wrote a poem to honor Summer Solstice. I thought I would uphold that tradition, so here's another …
a poem from way up high
A Poem for the Queen on the Summer Solstice: What do I see, up here with my bird’s eye? Acres of trying & failing & trying again. Long, constant rivers of ideas. I see paths worn deep, leading to temples with roofs shining and cemeteries for what used to be. Snowy …
take a bow
Summer solstice is a week away. It’s a moment when our beloved friend Earth is doing something cool, so we pause & honor the occasion. We notice and revel, we participate and celebrate like we do when human friends have cool occasions like graduations, weddings, & …
own your flow
For once, I’m not overwhelmed & dreading Summer Solstice & Queen season. Usually the abundance of light, plans, and just everything sends me into an avoidant tantrum, hiding behind shades & in cool dens until this season of intensity finally wanes. My secret? The …




