Happy Autumn Equinox - You have Enough - You are Enough

As the midday sun begins to sink lower and nights get longer, the reign of summer is coming to an end for the northern half of the world. The autumn equinox arrives at 10:21 a.m. ET (2:20 p.m. UTC) on September 22, officially marking the beginning of fall in the Northern Hemisphere and the start of spring in the Southern Hemisphere.

The word “equinox” comes from Latin and means “equal night,” referring to the roughly 12-hour day and night that occurs only on the two equinox days of the year.

Mabon is the mid-harvest festival, time to honor the changing seasons, and celebrate the second harvest. On or around September 21, for many Pagan and Wiccan traditions it is a time of giving thanks for the things we have, whether it is abundant crops or other blessings. It's a time of plenty, of gratitude, and of sharing our abundance with those less fortunate.

Whatever moment we can take to honor the cycles of the earth and the many blessings we receive from her great abundance is the right moment. So let's dance joyfully in this present moment together, at least as we share these words. Let's thank all the nature spirits, who are part of the realm of angels, for loving and protecting earth, her waters, mountains and valleys,  and all growing things.

Let's celebrate having ENOUGH today. For surely, wherever you are, right now you have enough. Right now you are loved and cared for. You have enough food. Enough shelter. Enough water to drink and bathe in. Enough friends. Enough spiritual energy. You have enough. You are enough. At least for this moment dance joyously, truthfully, and honestly in this knowledge -- this enoughness.