Mabon Second Harvest and Mysteries  September 21 Autumn Equinox Once again day and night are equal. The God prepares to take His journey into the unseen, towards death. This is the completion of the harvest begun at Lammas, when the fields are cleared of their bounty. Nature draws back, readying for winter and its time of rest. The Goddess nods in the weakening Sun, though fire burns within Her womb. She feels the presence of the God even as He wanes. Herbs The following can be used as decorations on the altar, around the circle and in the home: Hazel, Corn, Aspen, Acorns, Oak sprigs, Autumn leaves, Wheat stalks, Cypress cones, Harvest gleanings. Ritual Fruit is praised as proof of the Goddess and Gods love, a ritual sprinkling of leaves. Symbols, Tools and Colours Red and brown, Pine cones, Acorns, Wheat, dried leaves. Mabon Lore Go for a walk in wild places and forests , gathering seed pods and dried plants. Food  Grains, fruit, vegetables, corn, corn bread, beans and baked squash. click on the Mabon button below to go to the Mabon message board

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