27-2-13

I call the spirit of the east, to arise
Weaving your creative force in our lives
Breathing each new day into life
~ We’ll welcome you to end this night

I call the spirit of the south, to shine
The radiant sun, pulsing heart divine
Embodied, effulgent source of life
~ Your light feeds us through the fire this night

I call the spirit of the west, to sanctify
The ashes that remain, from the transforming fire
Removing yesterday’s news, from our lives
~ Refine us through the trials of this night

I call the spirit of the north, to arrive
The deep, easeful rest we need, to survive
Whispering your secrets, as we recline
~Teach us in our dreams this night

I call the spirit of the sky, to abide
The constant, resplendent expanse upon high
Where wisdom soars, and insight glides
~ Watch over us in the depths of this night

I call the spirit of the Earth, to supply
Everything we need, to harmonize
Beneficent beast, on whose back we ride
~ Support us with your strength this night

I call the spirit of the center, to mystify
The universe, the stars, the force that presides
Turning our world, and our atoms alike
~ We’re seeking your blessings this night

I call the spirit of the ancestors, in my line
Unbroken chain of consciousness, spanning time
This gift of life you passed, I now pass to mine
~ Take your place in the circle this night

I call the spirit of the medicines, we imbibe
Visionary dance of the plants, and the mind
Align us with the seven directions of life
~ To all relations we dedicate this night