Closing January's Moon

We have come to the close of the first moon cycle of the new year. This cycle of Learn Truth reminded us of our connection and relationship to all things. It set the rhythm for coming together and being in relationship with ourselves, other human beings, animal and plant life, the planet, universe and Great Spirit! The color for the first moon cycle,orange, continues to remind us to kindle our inner fire, find ways to bring warmth to our relationships, and by caring for our relationships, keep those warming fires going during these long winter months.

Self-Reflection:  Rest and warm yourself in gratitude for the work you do and your willingness to be in the process of becoming, and the gifts your open yourself to receive from the wisdom of Grandmother Moon.

Orange; the color for January's Moon and the 3rd Chakra

Carolyn's thoughts: On meditating on Lisa's mandala  I found my mind wandering into the realm of chakras. Hmmm; I know this relates in some way! Orange is the color associated with the second chakra, centered in the abdomen. It is the center holding the energy of relationships (and money and power in relationships). This chakra 'hangs out' between the first chakra at the base of the spine and the third chakra, at the solar plexus. The first chakra, represented in the color red, holds the energy related to our family of origin, culture, country, and ancestry (and the power these hold in our life). The third chakra center for our sense of self and self esteem is associated with the color yellow. Although I have worked with chakra energy for many years, The fullness of Lisa's orange mandala gave me a new awareness of the influence on my origin of birth and my sense of self on how I 'relate' in my relationships.  A healthy vibrant red and a healthy vibrant yellow will come together to support a healthy and vital orange.  Having had some digestive issues recently, I am also contemplating how this all shows up in my physical body.  What is it I need to learn?  I have a gut feeling there are some Truths I am resisting!