Love Letter to Habonde

 

Beloved Goddess,

Spirit of fire - bright, good and true, I love and honor you. Born of fire, my energy, too, is of a fiery nature... Daughter of the flames, I embrace your presence in my body, mind, heart and soul. With deep gratitude, I respect and honor you.

Purify my body and soul as I dance around the ritual flames, embodying your magick... Let the smoke cover me and permeate every aspect of my being that I may be cleansed and blessed by your divine energy. 

With love, I call to you. With sovereign will, I call forth ancient witchy wisdom within myself. Bless me with full abundance-  Graciously I request and gratefully receive your abundant gifts of joy, health, fertility, luck, creativity, passion and security. 

Humbly, yet expectantly, I await. I am ready to receive. Trusting that you love me, and will fulfill your promise through all my magickal acts and intentional choices, I await you.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly.

Love Letter for Buddhabodhiprabhavasita

 

Beloved Goddess, 

How bright and regenerative is your light and power. How magnificent is your wisdom and grace. Thank you for helping me to overcome all that seems dark and heavy in my life. 

As I sit with you in spirit, I feel your loving energy encircling me - I surrender my fears, and all that is hidden (even from me) to the light of truth. Let me be seen. Let me be known. Let my heart be free. Let my mind be at peace. Let me walk in beauty and honor the purpose I am here to share. 

Beloved, please help me to understand the Universal laws and cosmic truths that I may live more fully in harmony and alignment with the Divine.

Goddess, shine your light upon me - guide me spiritually to live in this physical realm with more power and with the ability to banish all that hinders me from having my needs met and thriving on mental, emotional, physical and soulful levels. Help me to manifest what I need each day. With deep gratitude, I bow.

To honor you, I wrap a yellow shawl about my shoulders during meditation.  As I close my eyes, I open my heart and mind, creating space for the divine spirit of love to enter and soothe my thoughts and feelings. 

My prayer at this time is for my financial needs to be met. Please hear me and guide my path to enlightenment and well-being on all levels.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly.

Love Letter to Kamuhata Hime

 

Beloved Goddess, 

Braid the strands of fate, and create for me a solid and lasting romantic relationship. Find my true love with your artistic eye, the one I most desire, and with care please spiritually join us and physically bind us together with beautiful, strong, loving devotion. 

Kamuhata Hime, only you know just how long I've waited to meet him! Guide me so that I am in the right place at the right time, so we can meet and know one another as if a memory from countless lifetimes. Soul recognition of our mutual hearts longing, may we weave our life together in happiness, comfort and sensual pleasures and delight. May we act and speak in ways that secure each others truest well-being always. May we effortlessly manifest the life we jointly desire as we allow one another to grow and blossom individually and also as a committed couple. 

Stargazing, night after night, I search the heavens for your face... Star-crossed lovers, we will create a charming bohemian home, lush gardens and magickal circles for gatherings. We will indulge our creative urges, practice Tantra, nurture and nourish one another, spend time in nature and consistently live a seasonal life- honoring the sacred cycles and celebrating every little joy and blessing. 

Bring my life mate.  Make my dreams come true. Bring my true love. Make our dreams come true, for the highest good of all.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to White Painted Woman

Beloved Goddess, 

By honoring my cycles as Changing Woman, you show me how to love and trust my feminine body and resilient spirit, and how to live in a sacred way with intentional purpose. From maiden to bleeding woman - from bleeding woman to crone; you are the bridge between the worlds. For four nights you guide our rite of passage, and teach us the ancient ways of womanhood. For four days and nights we dance, standing our ground throughout the entire ceremony- keeping beat with the drums for one hundred and thirty songs. We do not sleep, but vision. Our dream visions create our sacred life. 

White Painted Woman, you show us that this world is one of shadow and illusion; that the true reality is in the otherworld- the world of Power and Great Mystery: Creator.  

Perhaps, it is you who keeps our spirit here for four nights after our physical death- close to our home, then, leading us through our final rite of passage from this world of shadow dreams into the true world. 

Sometimes, when I am alone with the trees, just before the sun rises over the horizon, I close my eyes and sing the Apache Sunrise Ceremony song:

I come to White Painted Woman,

By means of long life I come to her.

I come to her by means of her blessing.

I come to her by means of her good fortune.

I come to her by means of all her different fruits.

By means of the long life she bestows, I come to her.

By means of this holy truth.

Greet me when the time comes for my final rite of passage. Stay with me as I dance. Be with me throughout my journey as I cross the bridge between crone and my authentic self. 

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Mala Laith

 

Beloved Goddess,

I was so happy to find you this afternoon, when I came for a visit. I didn't expect to see you sitting there with your eyes closed. For a few moments, I listened and held my breath to see if you were still breathing. When I saw the slight rise and fall of your breast, I sat beside you and tried to be as quiet as possible, so as not to disturb your rest. 

I looked at every line on your face and hands. Softly smiling at your ancient beauty. Your strength is evident even though you don't move as quickly as you once did. 

Grey One, you who made the mountains and the sacred stone circles, I wish I would have spent more time with you when I was younger... Grandmother tree told me once, that you are the record keeper, when I asked to see her rings. I remember wondering just how much you really know! She said you know everything there is to know! And, that I would be wise to visit you and listen very closely. I tried a few times... but I didn't really understand your language and was soon distracted by all the voices on the wind. Bees, tall grasses, birds and the streams of water sang and chattered so much, I was certain they knew more than you. I know, now,  how foolish that was. 

Mala Laith, I sit here with you and wonder, now: Is there anyone dead or alive who could hold the vastness of your wisdom? 

Your sturdy presence comforts me; I always feel so safe and protected when I'm with you. I wish you were awake, so I could tell you. I secretly grateful that hold all the knowledge and wisdom of timeless eons, for safe keeping... As we are more and more forgetful as the years go by. 

For years, I've watched you travel across the land with pigs, birds, deer and an old gray horse, carrying a burden of gifts, some have named maturity.  As a child, I thought I'd never become old enough to receive even one of your gifts: knowledge, wisdom, sensibility, understanding and preparation.  Now, I find that you've given them all to me unaware. When? I don't know. Perhaps in my sleep, or while I was busy healing wounds, forgiving myself and others, or finding my inner voice. 

Today, I am wearing gray in your honor, and asking that you please release me of inner bickering, and grant me a quieter mind in its place. I still carry every little stone you've even given me, with love, gratitude and inner fortitude. You've always offered such sage advice and good counsel. As I sit here with you, with sacred intent I focus on all the compassionate thoughts I can think, the wise words I can speak, and the sound actions I can take in regards to the  communication and unity I want to share with others. Please help me recall every precious memory and wise guidance you've given, so I may pass them on to my daughter and granddaughters, before they are not lost upon the wind. 

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Thmei

Beloved Goddess,

Ever wise and just, tending to matters of Universal Law, and yet, with great patience, you guide me to learn its patterns and internalize its ideals so with conscious awareness I can use its divine wisdom throughout the year with foresight and balance. I am deeply humbled and honored by your loving attention to my growth and well being.

Thmei, I deeply honor you and truly respect the ways you guide and teach me. Graciously watching over me- not seeking error or pointing out the ways in which I fail, but looking for right action, my wise decisions, ethical dealings and fair conduct. You never imprison or punish me, rather, you help me accept even more independence and freedom, all the while encouraging my practice of keeping truthful with my self and others. 

You are a bright and shining example of dignity, sovereignty and integrity. I appreciate the way you steadily and dependably grace me with the power and courage to endure, to continue my sacred journey... Thank you for loving me, and for inspiring me to always be willing to try again. 

Keep me in harmony and unity with the Universe - with the Oneness of All Creation- with Source. Release from me all inequity and discord wherever it dwells- body, mind, heart or soul.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Cerridwin

 
Beloved Goddess,

I am always honored to witness you stir your magickal cauldron. Today, I am giddy with anticipation of receiving a hearty chalice full of your inexhaustible elixir that endows knowledge and creativity! I am so ripe for divine inspiration and sacred expression. My heart and mind are open ready to channel the mystic universe and Her divine feminine voice. 

Mother, I'm ready to begin a soulful project and a 'keep on keeping on' attitude until its completion. I am ready to birth my authentic self- a new way of living.

I sense that good fortune and spiritual enrichment are already mine. I can fully imagine how it feels, and what it looks like to live my sovereignty with integrity and fertility.

Cerridwin, please guide me, and keep me in a productive vibe, so that I effortlessly create the life I visualize for myself. 

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Corn Mother

 

Beloved Goddess,

Spirit of the corn: You wrap your motherly love around me in such nurturing ways; Close enough to shelter, yet room for growth. Your protective energies keep me safe from dangerous outside influences that could cause trauma and damage, were I fully exposed. I marvel at how the silken strands of your hair act as energetic antennae- almost imperceivably guiding; keeping me in divine alignment. 

How blessed I am! 

Internalizing your abundant and fertile blessings grants me the ability to trust my own truth and common sense, offers healing as needed, and encourages me to appreciate and nourish my self- 

The key for remaining supple and sweet! 

Likewise, I keep a dried ear of corn in the kitchen to invoke your luck and protection. Thank you!

Do you remember the corn dolly you made for me when I was a little girl? I still have it! Once, she was soft and green... her scent slightly fragrant with damp earth and sunshine. No matter my age, she continues to give comfort when I hold her close to my heart. And, her soft smile still brightens my face whenever I feel sad or afraid. Though faded with time, her body and spirit remain strong. No longer a toy- she is now a sacred tool kept upon my Earth Mother altar. She represents the magick and mystery of life itself! 

She holds all the memories and prayers I cannot remember or speak; all the tears I cannot cry, and those I cannot hide. She keeps safe your ancient wisdom and channels your eternal love. She even whispers gentle reminders when I have forgotten that I am never alone. She quietly praises me, especially when I need a reminder that I am always worthy of love. Miraculously, she holds me in sacred space as I continue to grow, and offers a quiet place when I am in need of rest. And, sometimes, when I am very still and the world around me is hushed, I can almost hear her sing-

 

Happiness fills my heart 

when I see with eyes of love. 

Peace fills my mind 

when I live in harmony. 

I am 

truth and duty.

I am 

sweet and true.

Surrounded 

by vast beauty-

Forever, 

blessed am I.

My sacred path unfolds 

as I honor my true nature 

Dancing with balance

I walk the path of beauty.

One love

one with nature; 

one love, 

earth and sky

Spirit, 

spirit daughter,
For ever blessed am I.

Dance! 

I hear you say.  

Dance. 

Dance. . .

And, so I do!

My bare feet on the soft damp earth... dancing soul to soul with the trees, still wet with rain. I love the way the cloudy gray sky holds me, as if in your gently layered embrace. 

Breathing in deeply, I release every stress to your keeping. 

Corn Mother, turn it into something beautiful. And, please continue teaching me the proper way to live in harmony with nature. 

Be with me always.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Grismadevi

                                                 

Beloved Goddess,

From early morning to late into the evening, summers heat, more often than not, is so obscenely hot, intense, tedious, draining- Yet, this year, so far, it has been pleasant; almost enjoyable! Thank you for sending your two sacred elephants to magickly, miraculously shower my skin in coolness. No longer does the heat feel like a torment to my body, mind and spirit. This is a new experience for me!

Somehow, I have been altered! Or, maybe, my limited perception has shifted... Either way, suddenly, summer has become a season of spiritual refreshment and grace- offering me a deep sense of contentment. 

Devi Summer. . . Keeping true to the meaning of your name, your gifts are abundant and sweet. The shape of your womanly body reminds me of mine when I was younger. I can feel your essence inviting me closer. Encouraging me to embody your light, your heat, your blossoming. . . Reminding me to love myself. As I practice showering my own flesh with all the blessings I already possess, I trust that I will be restoring my authentic sensuality- in ways that will eventually look supple, lush, ripe. And, without announcement, my body will simply let go of constraint. Willingly it will open. Softly, it will surrender to the magick of unfolding- allowing what is - to be. 

Effortlessly, may my true souls essence, unknowingly perhaps, be physically revealed. Unconscious of its fragrant hidden core, may my heart centered vulnerability be exposed; and like a lotus, accentuate my Goddess given beauty. Without reservation, may my inner strength be fully revealed, a perpetual invitation attracting honey seekers and those lovingly devoted to the divine within.

Grismadevi, you show me that there is strength in being sultry, unashamed of my realness, unafraid of my feral power, and unapologetic of my natural softness. To embody you, is to delight in the uninhibited exchange of receiving and giving. 

Grant me the wisdom of honoring my own authentic self expression... Show me that my power is enhanced whenever I open myself to offered gifts and opportunities. By living in each now moment, I align with everything sacred. By honoring the sacred cycles, I can rest, enjoy my re-creations and the constant blossoming of time, and thereby enable myself to witness the truth and embody the fullness of my own divine essence and natural magick.

Please continue to support my efforts and energize Goddess-centered living. Help me to more consciously focus on mystical goals and with more holy intention, embrace the Goddess power that grows within me, daily. 

As I take a much needed reprieve to reclaim my goddess centered purpose, today, please keep me close to your heart, as I hold you close to mine.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly  

Love Letter to Antheia

 
Beloved Goddess,

How glorious you are! Soft petaled and dewy. Your delicate and fragrant beauty is as needed as fresh air, and as intoxicating as a bohemian woman dancing colourfully through virgin snow on a silent winter day. How gracefully you sway! Eyes cannot be lured away; forever transfixed.

Your romantic, floral sensuality seduces all six senses and fills me with an unexpected but evocative yearning for dreams yet to be borne. 

Whispering joy and indescribable love rushed forth and blurred my vision the first time I caught sight of your luscious face. Colours bled together, the way they do when unwanted tears unexpectedly fill ones vision. And, unlike the way ones hand just as suddenly brushes them away, I do not try to hide my emotions from you.  

I'll never forget seeing you there beneath that protective canopy of trees- doe eyed, your full lips still damp with the sweetness of berries. 

You froze. Not from fear, but from the same magnetic allure that kept my gaze bound to yours. . . 

Watching. . . with imperceptible motion,  your eyes never leaving mine, you stretch your arm out as if reaching for me- one smooth fluid motion that felt both wanting and giving... Your gentle fist enclosing a gift; unseen. Slowly unfolding, your fingers open- offering to me a handful of wild raspberries. 

A knowing trust, and then, honor blossoms wildly within my being- like a welcoming embrace: A kind reminder that I've somehow found my way back home, after a unbearably long absence. 

Though, not a home I've ever known... Yet, my true home. Where my core - the honey center of my soul has forever belonged.

With every bite, the sweet tartness of berries on my tongue, an unspoken promise was given. Unexpected hope tickled my every thought like childhood wishes flying freely from the white seeded fluff of a dandelion- lifting each to the winds of tomorrow. Where they would be kept and treasured until the time was ripe.

Looking back, you haven't changed at all... Only, I have! 

Ooh, Antheia. Our day is fast approaching; the year almost complete... Still untouched, unopened, the trust gift you gave to me hides in a secret place near the garden temple. I was never once tempted to peek! Quite surprizingly; even for me.

Our golden robes are finished. Finally! It took almost a year to embroider the hems and openings of each long bell-shaped sleeve with the finest stitches I could master. How I loved handling the silken thread, and truly marveled at the elaborate floral pattern you intricately designed. Looking upon them now, as they  hang in preparation for our special party, I can't help but feel a certain pride. The rich saffron hued linen is beautifully simplistic despite blooming profusely with exquisite flowers in crisp white, pink and blue.  

The menu is planned with a charming array of honey-laden fairy cakes, wild berries, quail eggs, and elderberry wine. 

I'm so blessed by your presence in my life, and look forward to seeing you open your gift from me!  Though, I'm secretly excited to gaze into the enchanting box you've given me, truth is, your friendship is my most precious gift!

Ooh, I almost forgot! Please remember to bring the myrrh when you come. 

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Tesana

 
Beloved Goddess,

With the pink hued light of early dawn, you bring hope and illumination.  Offering a deep feeling of restoration and the opportunity for a new beginning. 

Tesana, please also bring abundance and growth in the ways I most need. . .  With each new day, you give the chance to begin anew, to recreate self, and life. 

As I woke to see your beautiful countenance, I felt a lightness fill my body and thoughts and a glow emit from my heart and soul. The fullness of possibility just on the edge of awareness, grants a welcome sense of freedom- permission to be whomever I wish to be. A vast spaciousness allows my authenticity to emerge feral- no longer censored by self, or others. 

Goddess, please fortify my purpose and power. Strengthen my courage to start again in ways that more perfectly align with my souls desire.  Help me to bring to fruition my deepest dreams. Help me to be as optimistic and self-possessed as you... as self-assured of ones beauty and grace. 

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Rigantona

Beloved Goddess,

I dreamt I saw you beneath the full moon, joyously racing through the sea at night on your pure white horse. The moon was full and bright- spilling shimmering light upon your naked body; a luminosity that only poetic dreamers can truly appreciate. . .

Three she-wolves ran playfully beside you. Seven owls flew above and around you, their wings wide and silent against the sound of thundering waves. Lavender hued shadows lent their soft feathers an eerie but beautiful, otherworldly grace. You never spoke a word, but I can still hear the sound of your laughter- so evocatively endearing, I still smile remembering its feral lilt.

When I woke, a gentle smile teased the corners of my mouth- and an ever present wondering at the unspoken meaning lingered long afterward... 

She-wolves I am told, are considered sacred messengers who bring good luck to those who see them. They spoke to me of being productive, brave and fierce in my conquests. Goddess, I re-avow to focus more intently on your spiritual rites and my soulful goals! I will trust my intuition even more than I do, already. Perhaps, your message is to be more playful, free spirited, or to collaborate in some way with another? Please guide my knowing, and grant opportunities to open my mind and heart so I can explore the possibilities. I hear your voice, now: Be more active! Embrace the joy of being alive! And, darling, honor the flow more often than you currently do. . . The wisdom of the owls echo your guidance to be more aware of my intuitive knowing and my supernatural powers, I know it's time to be more independent in my thinking and more observant while listening. 

Rigantona, you are in almost constant motion, flowing freely with the cycles of the moon... Help me to align more with its energies so that I can live in harmony with the earth and my own body. So I may consciously acknowledge the passing of time in more meaningful ways. Time seems to fly past me without much to show for its exchange. Please help me to live more seasonally, productively, and in harmony with the passing of time. 

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Shakuru

 
Beloved Goddess,

It was you who first taught me to honor my animal spirit guides. You who gave me gave me the deck of medicine cards. The totems that you gave to me were influential for three decades. Now, I sense that a few of them have moved on, or perhaps, I have out-grown them. Is that even possible? I feel it must be, as I've learned what I needed to learn from them. 

New ones are showing up in my life. Will you please help me to hear the messages of the crows, hummingbird, turtle and butterfly? Teach me to pay close attention and tell them that I am listening. 

Shakuru, help me to communicate with all the old trees that live near me. Especially the big one that lives outside my bedroom window. I have always wanted to know the secret language of trees. Will you please help me to understand? 

Daughter of the Moon, I would be honored if you would teach me all that your mother once taught you. Grandmother Moon taught me the Moon Lodge teachings, and I have shared her wisdom with my sisters, but I want to know more... Ask her to please teach me the Dark Moon teachings, as I no longer bleed. If it's not too late, I truly want to know the pattern of my unique moon path and how she moon moves through my body. Bless me with her magick that I may be as wise as she.

Goddess of the Sun, shine your light on me in gentle ways... my skin and eyes are too fair for your direct intensity. Let me sit in the shade of the trees while you show me how to divine the truth. Guide me through each day with pure awareness. Reveal any would-be thieves who might try to steal my power. Reveal all with murderous hearts who might try to kill my spirit.  Help me to see who is trustworthy and who is not  Protect me with your great love, as I love you always. 

Mother of us all, bless us, every one. Hold us in your warm embrace and kiss our cheeks. Fill our hearts with happiness. Strengthen our soul connection with one another that we may be more compassionate and kind. Unite our hearts and minds that we may remember we are one. Guide us through each day to make wise choices. Please take our needs and welfare into consideration as we work and play. Help us to act from our heart and speak to each other with love. 

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Sedna

Beloved Goddess,

Mother of the sea, provider of nourishment, I come to you today with deep love and heartfelt appreciation. I come with  an overabundance of thankfulness for the beauty of your nature and your divine providence. 

 Sedna, I also come to you with a heavy heart and troubled mind- reasons too unclear to list. Yet most, are likely in part due to the disturbing nature of a dream I recalled upon waking this morning. In the dream I was alone, rowing a golden yellow boat on a full moon night- in search of you. Uncertain why, though I seemed determined.
During my long, laborious  journey I grew weary of rowing and stopped to rest. 

Floating, I drifted. Quiet thoughts anchored me as gently rhythmically water rocked me. The peacefulness of nature gave me refuge and a calm, familiar comfort I've not felt in a very long time- if ever.

When suddenly, as if hearing distant rumbling thunder, I became aware of muffled crying. Listening intently, it seemed to come from deep within me! Or, from beneath the belly of the boat. It was such a mournful hollow sound... For a brief moment I considered: Perhaps a mermaid had been swallowed up by a whale? Turning to look over the edge of the boat, I saw a pale light beneath the surface of the water. Moonlight illuminated a flat bed of sand, and to my surprise, there you lay! 

Delighted to have found you despite my halted efforts... I reach for you. Only, as I did so, I realized that you were very still... and silent. Everything around me was eerily quiet, as if time stood still. You lay there as if dead. Alarmed, I knew I had been the one crying, as tears now streamed down my cheeks and fell into the water. A prayer from deep within my soul pleaded with all that is holy (She is just asleep - lost in deep slumber) escaped my lips, but raped the silence of the night sounding like an unending screeching howl!

…this is where the dream ends; leaving me with a profound sense of emptiness. Saddened by memory of great loss, this night terror haunts me still- the image of you, your long kelp-like hair floating in dark shadows- your lonely naked body... Ooh! Another burst of tears rushes forth at just the thought of that unnatural greenish tinge strangely obscuring your once luminous skin! And, mother, there was not a single fish to be seen! The waters were empty of life!

I've been trying for hours to decipher the meaning of this dream- I wish I could talk with you about it, face to face, to reassure myself it was only a dream... that you are safe and well. My sorrow runs so deep. 

Somehow, the atrocious misuse of and great harm to the water, land and sky is entangled somehow with this dream of your death... It frightens me to feel so helpless and alone.  

Send a reply as soon as you receive this letter, please! I call upon your protective power! I call upon you help in my longing to right the wrongs being done to our oceans, to the world. The imbalance is so great, and I feel powerless to restore it. But balance must be restored! We cannot continue on this way. We must live in harmony. Yet how, when everything is off-kilter? We cannot survive the consequences of our misdeeds if we don't make wise choices that bring about healthy change. We need divine intervention. We need you, Goddess. You are our life! Without you, there is no life.

I humbly request your assistance. Restore balance. Help us all to be more mindful and attentive, to live from our heart, to clearly see what is occurring right before our eyes, and to make conscious choices for the highest good of all. We need a great awakening from this unimaginable nightmare. We need more love for life, for one another, for nature. We need you!

Sedna, I pray with all my heart and soul that you are well and unharmed... You simply must be! I cannot imagine otherwise. With deep gratitude for you, please ease my troubled mind and restore peace to my heart.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Hotogov Mailgan

 
Beloved Goddess, 

You are a wonder! Beyond wonder . . . 

My eyes search for you in the darkness. I get lost gazing into the depth of night- only to realize that I am found in your fathomless eyes: Soulfully looking into mine! Together we are singing one song in perfect harmony. We are one energetic essence of Source; Spirit divine!

Cast your shimmering light into the windows of my soul- deeper into my eyes. Fill my body of cells the way you illuminate the heavens, until starlight desire explodes and emerges as a hundred million dreams come true.  

Queen of the Sky, please use your creative force to empower me so that I may manifest white magick in my life! Fill my body, mind and spirit with sacred cosmic life force energy so I, too, may sparkle and shine as you do!

My eyes close, as if just kissed- the brilliance is so radiant, my heart aglow!

Lying beneath your soft celestial body, shadows fall over my skin in lavender, pink, and pale yellow hues- awakening secret longings to make love to the entire Universe. 

Sensual is the afterglow, aching with all that I know of you. I celebrate the beauty of this body, this earth, this life. I celebrate the grace to move and dance and melt into the holy delight of it all!

Ooh! Please! More. More... Surround and encircle me with your sweet seductive power as I bathe in bubbles that kiss my skin with glitter and glamour. Create galaxies of blessings upon my silky, wet flesh that restore its suppleness and luster. Drape me in starry strands of pearlescent light that will entice my dream lover to search heaven and earth to find me, to keep and cherish me all the days I have left of this life. No! I want love forever more... and into infinity.

In the warmth of this water and the coolness of the air on my naked skin... I surrender to the moment, I relax- fully. Meditating, my mind clears and spans across the vastness of the nights sky, united with you! Every cell in my body absorbs all the hopeful, dreamy energy that your stars shower upon me, inspiring me to be here. Now. And also everywhere- eternally. 

You are the beauty and the truth of wholeness and wisdom. Everything you are illuminates and endures pleasingly forever within my soul. 

Make me a super nova! Make me part of all that is too grand and beautiful for words... so the memory of its splendor is never lost, never forgotten. 

Always part of you.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Inna

Beloved Goddess,

How beautiful you are, Inna. Like you, I hate bondage of any kind; and have a strong need for freedom, on every level. With respect to all that you have taught me of oneness, I will continue being mindful of my thoughts and actions toward others. 

Protectress, your lovingly watch over people, homes and lands. You ensure promises are kept and justice is upheld. Your generous gift of overseeing farms and weather ensuring an abundant yam harvest for those who rely on its nourishment, is deeply appreciated!

Though I do not live in Nigeria, I am eating yams, today, to purify my body and spirit. Thank you for teaching me the spiritual and symbolic meaning of yams. I accept the good luck, inner strength, health and prosperity they offer.  

There are so many blessings in this world, and you are definitely one of them.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Rousalii

Beloved Goddesses, 

Throughout the years, you have so patiently comforted me and graciously revealed deep truths and insight regarding my experiences. Truly, I am grateful, and so much wiser for having known you!

As a little girl, Granny would often remind me:  Never allow anyone to treat you unkindly. Otherwise, you will become wild and may unwittingly doom yourself to live with a mischievous group of other ill-treated girls! 

With all my heart and soul, I wanted to be among the most fortunate, well-mannered girls who were treated politely- with love, kindness and respect. But, being so tender hearted, I always felt absolutely powerless preventing others from mistreating me. 

Though I see the wisdom in her message, now, as a naïve little girl who was expected to keep quiet and remain unseen, I grew up unaware of my inherent value, and therefore, I suffered for it. Needlessly.

As you know, it is utterly disempowering to believe we are somehow to blame for the cruel words and behavior of others. So, whenever I was hurt, lied to, teased, wronged or betrayed, I feared being punished for it (yet, strangely, ironically, I punished myself- by holding on when I could have just let go!). 

Seven years ago, I said: Enough! 

Since then, I have been re-evaluating myself and my life. By conscious choice, I decide to redirect my attention, and began devoting my time and energy to learning to recognize, honor and reclaim my worth; to letting go and forgiving my self and others; to creating healthier, more supportive boundaries. Now, wiser, and no longer a victim, I do not permit mistreatment- of any sort. Not from others. Not from myself.

You glorious nymph-like beauties, are to be embraced! Thank you for teaching me Self-compassion, Self-love, Soul Retrieval and Voice Healing. You were instrumental in giving me a new perspective and helping me to heal, grow stronger: thrive. 

Ooh! I just remembered!

 Granny also warned: Do not go too close to the waters edge unless you intend to live with the Rousalii forever more in its hidden depth...

For most of my early childhood I was happy and fearless (except for being terrified of any open body of water...). 

Quite frankly, I wish I would have ignored her warning of drowning! And, just held on to who I knew myself to be; trusting my inner truth and higher guidance, instead. How my life would have been different had I just stood in my own power, even if it meant delving into scary, unknown depths! Had I met you then, perhaps I could have been baptized in the holy water of my own divine sovereignty sooner. But, then I wouldn't have become the woman I am, today. 

Regardless, I am thankful! My path is a precious, sacred journey of unveiling and reclaiming my authenticity. 

I owe you much!

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Saules Mate

 
Beloved Goddess,

As you dance across the sky, today, know that you are beloved by all who dwell on Earth. We honor and celebrate the brilliant, golden gift of warmth and light that you bestow upon us. 

Thank you for illuminating the darkness. Thank you for being a magickal source of life giving energy. Thank you for helping the plants so they can sprout, grow, blossom and and nourish an abundance of life.  

Your fiery essence is the supportive source of our existence. We depend on you for our very survival. Because of your gracious, steady and constant expression of love, we are sustained. 

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to the Lady of Regla

Beloved Goddess, 

Mother of Fishes, how kind you are! 

…Keeping safe the secrets of a little girl. 

You and the moon were quiet witness to every wish I ever made upon bright and twinkling stars. Forever, it seemed, I was drawn to her soft light and gentle ways- Somehow you knew, and honored my unspoken longing to learn the hidden mysteries of Grandmother Moon. You were the first to teach me lunar magick! How patient you were with me. Revealing her many faces and every charming aspect. You showed me where her magick lived in me; where my body housed eleven her moon centers. 

Do you remember that day at the lake when I first started bleeding? I wasn't allowed to swim... But you stayed with me at the waters edge as I told you my wild adventures from the night before. That was the dream in which I swam with you and the fishes in the morning, then danced across the black sky like the full moon all evening. You listened to every word. Though, I left unsaid that I thought you were breathtakingly beautiful underwater; and how I wished that I could have stayed with you there- Why do good things have to end? I have forgotten most of the dream, but I never forgot you. I can see you still... Like pearls your eyes shimmered luminous and your skin was just as milky white as as the moon! Just like mine! Ooh1 How I secretly wished you were my mother.

I was painfully shy as a little girl, yet you never pressed me to speak of embarrassing or hurtful things, nor did you take offense when I was too afraid to ask anything personal or meaningful of you. 

And, though all of my friends preferred the company of the sun, I preferred only you, and the moon! 

She was ever changing, and you were of another realm, but regardless, you two were my favorite and constant companions. 

Sol was just too harsh; always causing hot tears to fall from my eyes (I never saw his face) and frown lines to forever scar my brow. Needlessly. I never understood why he was so cruel to a sweet, fair skin, pale eyed girl. It hurt and I cried whenever he burnt my nose or shoulders... 

But you were so nice. Giving me reason to smile- silver trinkets, little surprize gifts, the reprieve of a daydream. When too hot, you'd playfully splash cool water at me and make me laugh with delight! 

Often, as I sat beneath that old shade tree reading countless books, you'd splash your heavy tail against the still waters of my mind to distract me, to capture my attention. We'd talk for hours, me sharing secrets - you sharing snippets of deep wisdom. We even had the same favorite colour- blue! Remember?

Devoted to my protection you watched over me. Whenever I felt misunderstood or lonely, you would speak and act in such loving ways. Enchanted! I can still hear you voice: 

Dance in the summer rain! Don't give up hope. Dive deep. You have depths you haven't yet explored! Don't remain silent. Dream big! Don't be afraid. Develop your talents. Dare to be authentically you!

You were always encouraging me to play and be as wild and fertile as my heart and body were born to be! I wish I could have followed your advice to be true to myself... but I was too insecure and broken for that! I didn't even know who I was. I didn't think that I had any value or anything worth saying! 

To this day, I still follow your advice and wear pale blue when I want to boost my confidence, especially whenever I must have a difficult conversation. I always decorate my bedroom with touches of blue to calm my spirit and make me feel happy. 

From twelve to fifteen, when I needed extra care, you graciously became my dearest friend. During that time, my family life was in almost constant discord. I craved blue! I wanted and needed to surround myself in its sea of tranquility.  

After mother got remarried, we moved to a new house. She asked me choose fabric for my bedroom drapes and bedspread. Yet, she said no to every swatch I chose! She refused to let me have even a hint of blue! It was a shock and a extreme disappointment the day I came home from school to find that she had chosen for me! A black and cream stripe pattern with little red and yellow flowers. Her favorite colours! Not mine.

That was a long time ago... 

We were kindred souls, you and I. 

But, shortly after I turned sixteen, I left home. Never to return. And, sadly, I never saw you, again.

Sometimes I ask about you... Others mention knowing you, but, they don't. Not really- not the way I did, because they mistake you for Yemaja, the Lady of Regla. 

We were never properly introduced, nor did I ever ask for your name! I find that strange, now, and a little sad. But Goddess, though I don't know how, I just know that's not your name! I think I heard your lover call you Suvannamaccha. Or maybe, Ramayana. I was so young, I cannot recall... Which is it?

Please find me. Tell me your true name. Let me hear your sweet voice... I would love to see you, again. I still love you. Let me befriend you, this time. 

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Mother of All Eagles

 
Beloved Goddess,

Carry me, Mother of Eagles, high above my current circumstances, expand my vision - give me a higher perspective from which to see. 

Help me comprehend life and better understand those that I come into contact with. Show me how to navigate the currents. No matter how unpredictable, help me make sense of the winds of change, to know my own mind, and to move gracefully though every situation. Allow me to see with precision and keen clarity so I may view the bigger picture - the whole truth!

Empower me with the wisdom and guidance of Great Spirit, that I may accept my own power and fearlessly create my own destiny. 

Eagle Mother, heal me with your sacred powers and teach me how to balance my daily existence with my deeper spiritual life, so I can fly higher! Let the magick within me be taken by the wind so I can finally begin to live the dream I've been given and have held for so long.

Share your brave courage and strength with me. When I am lost in a distracting sea of noise, let me hear the piecing sound of your call, so that I may look up and remember where I belong. When I am sad or discouraged, let me hear the playful chirping sound of your whistle... that I may smile and remember to whom I belong. 

Restore my inner beauty and set me free. Show me a new way to see myself, my true face, my boundless soul- that I may live in a sacred way, with more shamanic wisdom and inner truth. 

Remind me of who I am... When my eyes are downcast, leave a sign - a feather, that I may remember my tribe. …that I may lift my vision into the wild blue yonder and let the winds carry me to where you are!

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly

Love Letter to Maat

Beloved Goddess,

How dearly I cherish your wisdom. 

Teach me how to live in true alignment with the Universal Laws, that I may be in unity with All. 

As I am implementing new ways of being even more orderly, honest, and harmonious in my daily life, show me where I need improvement. I would truly appreciate it, if you would please bestow grace upon me and my present situation. There is much that I do not comprehend; please grant me insight. Allow me to see the deeper truths so I may easily clarify what I am hearing, seeing and experiencing. You are so fair and just, Maat, please help me to act from a place of pure love and deeper compassion regardless of whatever is happening or how I may feel about it. Keep my heart free of fear.

Though you have always called me a Pure Heart, I feel tainted... Stained by the ugliness that attaches itself to me via thoughtless behavior, unkindness and vile rumors of horrific, unbearable atrocities, frightening happenings, evil wrongdoings, corrupt and unsustainable infrastructure, longstanding betrayal, greed and selfishness, and blatantly rampant and unchallenged deception perpetuated by generational and cultural ignorance and blindness. What is going on?! 

Oddly, it's as if those that I trust, know and love most dearly are the very ones that are causing the most destruction and turmoil. I am weary of hate, lies, fear and drama. Set us free!

Maat, you know me! You know the very heart and soul of me! I am a peacekeeper, a loving and deeply compassionate woman, yet I am more easily frustrated and aggravated lately than ever before! I am undone by the cruelty, dismissive attitudes, lies and self deception that I witness. How much must I continue to endure? I am exhausted! Please show me where this energy hides within me so I may eradicate it from my life entirely. 

Help me to accept your gift of freedom! Prepare my heart and mind to embark upon a brand new way of living, thinking, being. I'm ready for a new beginning; an adventure! I want to live from a place of love and light -in the world that I have always dreamed of- a new reality! 

Give me a sign when the timing is right, and show me what I must do. I want to be free of the stress, anger, blame and shame that is being directed toward me, projected by those who cannot see the truth of who they are, of who I am... 

Help me to transmute all this heaviness into something good, healthy, bright and beautiful. Set my soul free! 

Show me how to remain calm, clear and undisturbed when someone I love and trust betrays me, lies to me, or acts in unkind ways. 

You know the truth of my heart. You see where I am held down- not wanting to hurt or abandon others, and where I am troubled- holding when I want to let go. Please help me release the past, with all its lies, fears, hurts, traumas and misunderstandings. Help me to forgive myself and others. Help me to let go of all that keeps me a slave and a prisoner to the karmic wheel. 

Free my spirit to be as light as a feather. I am ready and willing to be free of the deception and the confusion. Help me to rise above fear and all misaligned entanglements. 

Help me to find a way to unravel or just sever connections with those who are not for my highest good, even though they may be my beloved family members. Help me to rip up and disempower old soul contracts so I may be free once and for all!

I am deeply grateful for all that I have learned and experienced, and for all those who helped me grow, but I am ready for change and now willing to release myself from all unhealthy attachments. 

I choose Love. 

I choose Truth. 

I choose Freedom.

I allow myself the freedom to be authentic. I reclaim my sovereignty as a feral soul. Help me to keep my promises -to myself -to life -to Source. Help me to remember why I am here and what I must do to live in harmony, peace and love with all sentient beings.

Thank you.

-Yours devotedly