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2 Seed/KAN – Creators of Destiny

Nov20

2 Seed/KAN (Cherokee, Dragon/ UKTE’NA   O’STO)

2 Seed/KAN

2 Seed/KAN

Galactic Tone 2: Mysterious as the question ‘to be or not to be?” Two is the recognition of the separation of self from all else and the desire to be rejoined. Walking a balance while making choices of all kinds, light/dark, male/female, good/bad, Yin/Yang, is the energy of this number. Experiencing the differences between one and another is the use and purpose of this number.

Seed/KAN: Family, sexual activity and the magic of germination are the characteristics of this sun sign. Natural net workers, Seed people strive to free themselves and others from debt or oppressive patterns of the past. Abundance is gathered by Seeds as if with a cast net. Seed persons are public defenders by discovering hidden traps and secret influences of others. To generate true abundance, Seed must learn to appreciate all gifts and lessons received and conduct profound investigations into its self. In the absence of gratefulness and the courage to face oneself, Seed finds itself in less and less fertile environments.

Cherokee, 2 Dragon/UKTE’NA   O’STO: Dragon’s symbol is Draco winding beween the Little Dipper and Big Dipper. Dragon is the Corn Spirit, symbol of dual personality of Corn Mother and Maiden. Fertility and pro-creation from generation to generation. The word dragon means ” eye, to look at, to see clearly”. Spirit brings energy of Lawgiver, Justice, vigilance and protective, loyal unto death. Ley lines in China are “dragon lines”, energy is sometimes called “orgone energy”, pyramid power or magnetic force. Pyramids and kivas are collector portals for this energy, known as vortexes. Dragon energy beats a path everywhere, stirring things up with a big stick in tune with the beat of the drum, heartbeat of the Earth. Totem-Lizard. You enter carrying a heavy net of karmic debts, this energy helps you make amends to your self and others, dissolve debts, power of growth. The Lizard symbolizes wild sexual passions that you must balance.

Creators of Destiny

We are guided by Seed/KAN to see our place as co-creators in the world. In the heart of every seed is the dream of what it will become. Seed shows us that when it is given the right climate and soil to grow, a small kernel can return an abundant harvest.

On Galactic Tone 2, we are given the right to choose the seeds of intentions we will cultivate during this 13-day trecena. The seeds most capable of flourishing are the ones we’re most willing to give our time and attention to. Night/AKBAL guides us to look inward to our deepest heart’s desire… the dream we would choose if anything was possible. Herein lies the kernel we would passionately give our every attention to.

The dreams we hold most dear, in reality, are the seeds we are most capable of cultivating… as the seeds of our own divine purpose.

To all my relations, give me the faith to see that all things are possible. As I consider new seeds of intention, give me the courage to seek within the place of my deepest longing.

In lak’ech, I am another you

Jaguar Woman, 9 Eagle/MEN

1 Night/AKBAL – Unlimited Potential

Nov19

1 Night/AKBAL (Cherokee, Hearth/O’YA  O’UO)

1 Night/AKBAL

1 Night/AKBAL

Galactic Tone 1: Galactic Tone 1: Unity. One is the beginning of all things, the first, the whole and the all in one. One’s are assertive and self-guided and give a good push to whatever project they are associated with. One persons work bestt when meeting a challenge. Do not expect One-persons to be attentive to details or to put the finishing touches on things.

Night/Akbal: Bringers of the Dawn. Dreamers who bring the new sun to clarify and illuminate the road of life. Thus the insecurities and doubts born of darkness of the sub-conscious mind are dispelled. These persons travel the Void. a place where nothing yet exists but all potential dwells, the womb of creation.. From this void, Night persons bring forth new solutions and artistic inspiration. Night’s voyages of dreams build confidence and happiness with a sense of well beging. If night does not bravely journey into the void they may find themseles wandering the darkness of self doub and insecurity.

Cherokee, Hearth/O’YA  O’UO: Hearth’s symbol is the fire pit in the Center, velvet black as the night. The triangle in Orion. The M42 nebula ( home of the Central race from the WingMakers) in the center of the triangle of Orion is the fire in the Hearth, also matching the Mayan. The Hearth is the Torchbearer who holds the light and warmth throughout the night, much as the Owl described above.  Belief is so strong that the surrounding elements become entrained to their rhythm and all resistance falls away. With respect and honor of intuition combined with knowledge this energy creates the magic of the center in this dimension. AKBAL-Night-Totem-OWL,Guardian of the Night Sun. Energies for the opening of mystic secrets, see through the masks of deception, trickery.  High ability of discernment.  Portals open to other worlds and dimensions for your learning and spiritual growth.  Magical abilities are possible.

Visit the Tolkin Page for Additional Insight on the Trecena Night/AKBAL.

Unlimited Potential

On 1 Night/AKBAL we begin a new 13-day cycle of creation. Our guide, Night/AKBAL brings light to our destiny and life purpose. Akbal is capable to see our full potential drawn from the deepest desires of our unconscious self. Here, anything is possible. We are guided to throw out the preconceived notions of our limitations… to dream the BIG dream.

Akbal empowers us with a limitless vision of who we are and what we may become. Over the course of the next 13-days, we will be guided to see how our dreams could really come true.

On Tone 1, we are gifted with new inspiration and seeds of intention for the new cycle. We may choose to pursue earlier intentions from a place of new understanding. Or, we may choose something new.

This is a day suited to quiet introspection. We may find ourselves struggling to complete ordinary tasks. Our highest good is served by being present to receive the inspiration that Akbal will bring forward. By setting aside the personal time we can be prepared to chart our course to begin our journey aimed in a right direction.

For today, we are guided to wait in the darkness for the first light of inspiration.

To all my relations, may we wait with confident expectation of a dream unfolding. May I be ignited with the passion of seeing my own life’s purpose and be opened to receive the abundance born from all possibility.

In lak’ech, I am another you

Jaguar Woman, 9 Eagle/MEN

8 Earth/Caban – Life Source

Nov13

8 Earth/Caban (Cherokee, Heron/GUWI’SGUWI)

8 Earth/CABAN

8 Earth/CABAN

Galactic Tone 8: Harmony and balance are the intent of eight. Eights carefully weigh all evidence to reach a balance of justice. Eight is the power of organization demonstrated in the statement, “As above, so below”. From simplicity to infinity, the energy of Eight organizes all levels of creation. Some Eights are “neat freaks”.

Earth/Caban: Earth/Caban: Keeper of the garden of Earth. Profound synchronistic connections to Earth’s natural cycles and energies provide power of creations and memories of ancient wisdom. Earth persons help dispel bad intentions, habits and ideas. This makes them very good counselors and masters of all arts. Studious and intelligent, Earth persons endeavor to bring a flow of natural order to all aspects of life. Being connected to the dynamic forces of nature, Earth persons need much liberty to facilitate their expression of migration or the sending of long distance communications such as the whales, elephants, birds and many other creatures. Sometimes Earth’s delicate sensitivities are upset resulting in quakes of emotion even the display of volcanic temper.

Cherokee, Heron/GUWI’SGUWI: Sign of movement, of perpetual motion, recycling, regeneration; environmentalists fighting for the underdog. Heron is mentally alert, rational, yet opinionated; has a great faith in people and in the divine plan, holding the magic of ministry, medicine, marketing and matchmaking; healing abilities, especially with crystals; negotiation and mediation energy. Heron is symbolized by Deneb, located in the Northern Cross beside the Milky Way.

“The Northern Cross is the Tree of Life, Beside the Milky Way River & Perched atop is Guwi’ sguwi, the Cherokee Heron Spirit Bird, comparable to the Egyptian Phoenix. One Myth has it that a Beautiful Young Maiden (the Heron Spirit Bird) fell from the Tree of Life in the Sky Vault, & Found no Place to Land on the Primordial Sea. Turtle came to the Surface of the Water & gave her a Place to Land. She nested & Laid her Cosmic Egg, From which came all Life on Earth.” (Cherokee Astrology: Animal, Medicine in the Stars, Raven Hail)

Life Source

Tone 8 brings harmony and balance to our world of Earth/CABAN. Inspired by Wisdom/CIB, we can now draw on ancient wisdom to bring new order to our lives and new balance to our relations. Returned to the source of our beginnings, once again we can draw from the ‘knowing’ that we are all connected. The path of nature carries us through our lives and around again to its beginning to transform us into something new.

Earth’s energy is a source we may draw upon to anchor our Spirit center. In traditional practice this may be done by setting sacred shrines in each of the 4 directions, each the same distance from the Center (your home or a sacred space). A stone or other medicine object is buried in the Earth at each location with the blessing of cornmeal, tobacco, water, and prayers offered to the ancestors and to the 4 directions. All sacred ceremony may be performed in practice, or by intention in Spirit. The most powerful sacred ceremonies are the ones we create for ourselves.

To all my relations, may I be given new eyes to see the blessings of Mother Earth – so that I may honor the beauty that surrounds me in every direction, and the sustenance and source of every living thing.

7 Wisdom/CIB – The Old Stories

Nov12

7 Wisdom/CIB (Cherokee, Owl U’GUKU’   O’JJ)

7 Wisdom/CIB - Owl

7 Wisdom/CIB – Owl

Galactic Tone 7: Reflective; 7 stands as the mirror to divide light and dark and reflects all that is and is not. 7 is associated with the source of creation and the flow of divine will. 7 establishes the purpose to current and future goals.

Wisdom/CIB: The old ones. Wisdom of the ancients. Wisdom persons are aligned with the ancient memories that wait in the stone of temples and sacred sites all over the world. Wisdom people grow luck like a crop using a balance of prudence and tenacity. The tremendous inner strength of this sign, enables silent introspection to discover areas of oneself that contain wisdom more valuable than any trove of archaeological treasure. Wisdom persons are valieant defenders of family and community. They may become hardened to life and sentiment turned cold. In these cases, they need much forgiveness for their uncaring errors. Periodically connecting with nature and or visiting sacred sites will bring great stability to wisdom persons. (A good day to sit on a rock.)

Cherokee, Owl U’GUKU’   O’JJ: Symbol is the Owl is Arcturus, the brightest Star in the Constellation Bootes. The Cherokee Bear constellation (Ursa Major) includes the Big Dipper plus four stars in Bootes.  Owl is a hunter, who stands for the wisdom and ability of all great hunters, the cunning of a fox, the tenacity of a bulldog and strength of a bear. Energy for deep thinkers, strong-willed, rigid convictions, bold and authoritive.  Owl is the Mystic Ferryman who guides Earthlings on the return path to the stars holding the torch aloft.

The Old Stories

7 Wisdom/CIB calls us to draw near the wisdom of our ancestors. The number Seven plays an important role in the ceremonies of the Cherokee. Seven represents the 7 clans of the Cherokee, and is also associated with directions. In addition to the 4 cardinal directions of East, South, West and North, 3 others exist: Up Above, the Down Below, and the Center. The number Seven also represents the height of purity and sacredness, a difficult level to attain. Continue reading →

6 Eagle/MEN – Eagle’s Flight

Nov11

6 Eagle/MEN – Eagle’s Flight

6 Eagle/MENGalactic Tone 6: Six is responsiveness and the art of negotiation. It is the movement of volume through space that creates time. This energy in action is like the art of dance or a great athlete in motion. Six facilitates dynamic developments in all aspsects of life.

Eagle/MEN: Intermediary between Heaven and Earth. Due to the Eagles superior point of view and keen intelligence, they achieve material abundance and good fortune. A messenger gifted with patience and a deep sense of value, Eagle brings hope and trust on the wings of Spirit. Eagle persons are very detail oriented and technically inclined. Compassionate service to others sustains prosperity for Eagle personas as the flapping of wings would sustain their bird brothers. If Eagle becomes viciously competitive or possessive, greed and jealousy cause a fall from the heights. Eagles, being blessed with freedom of movement, should be aware of escapism. Eagles may be tempted to just fly away from troubles by using indulgences.

Cherokee, Eagle/UWO’HATLI: Eagle’s symbol is Mars the Spirit Warrior. He is a minion of Grandfather Moon. Eagles were the warrior society, the braves the protectors of the nation. Women were included. There was no discrimination which is reflected in the language: third person singular is divided into animate, human and animate, not human instead of he and she. The energy of high hopes and anticipations, dreams and visions,cosmic consciousness and commitment. On earth, a provider of excellence, leader, husbandry, care-taking of others, financial security and inheritance.

Eagle’s Flight

The energetics have been building through this 13-day trecena. As we arrive at Tone 6, we begin to find ourselves ‘in the flow’ of a personal transformation. The focus of this trecena that began 1 Dog/OC is on perfecting our capacity for unconditional love. We are learning how to be man’s best friend. Continue reading →

5 Jaguar/IX – Gifts of Spirit

Nov10

5 Jaguar/IX (Cherokee, Panther Saho’ni)

5 Jaguar/IX

5 Jaguar/IX

Galactic Tone 5: Empowerment. At the center of the cube we find Five. Five is an intelligent, organizing force which manages communications and materials, knowledge and application. Fives are natural networkers who gather what is needed. These persons can probe directly to the core of any situation making them excellent investigators.

Jaguar/IX: Born with a deep love of the Mother Earth, Jaguar or shaman is directly tied to the source of all Earth magic. They possess great power of intellect and strength of character through integrity. Jaguar energy is feminine in nature and is the ruling spirit of jungles, plains, and mountains. The spirit of Jaguar inhabits the Mayan temples and is called on to assist in spiritual as well as in material ways. Jaguar is also the god/goddess of gratefulness. Patience born of strength and skill can turn to pounce of quick decision and action. Both bold and stealthful, Jaguars do not often attack directly and communications from them usually contain some mystery. In the absence of integrity, Jaguars power corrupts becoming a search for wealth and fame.

Totem-Jaguar:  Guardian of the portals to other dimensions, shamanic abilities will open.  Multi-dimensional magic. Healer, leader, way shower energy when used for spiritual growth. Abuse would be using this power for control or negative purposes.  Must find a powerful balance.

Cherokee, Panther/SAHO’NI:  Symbol – comets, meteors, shooting stars, fireballs, magicians.  The early-morning Leo constellation Meteors appearing around the middle of November are Heralds of the Coming of the Light, the Cherokee New Year.  Shadow of the Sphinx, Herald of the Dawn, guardians of the night when the sun is traveling through the underworld. Shapeshifters, manipulators of manifestations. Unlimited imaginations, visualizations, spellbinding speakers.

Gifts of Spirit

Galactic Tone 5 brings empowerment to our communications and our application of knowledge. With Jaguar Vision we can see through the darkness.

Jaguar/IX’s deep love of nature guides us to deepen our connection to Spirit through the natural world. Here we can experience our oneness with every living thing. As Jaguar Vision makes us capable to see that all form and matter ARE living things we are gifted with ‘knowing’ the deeper dimensions of ourselves, and our own special magic. Continue reading →

3 Road/EB – Road to Destiny

Nov8

3 Road/EB (Cherokee: Rattlesnake Tooth/KANU’GA)

3 Road/EB

3 Road/EB

Galactic Tone 3: Movement. Three is basic movement and communication, which begins as a vibration. Three energy is very eloquent in all types of self-expression. Communication is how Three establishes a point of agreement between any point “A” and any point “B”. Three persons are rythmic to the core and are often restless, as motion is their nature. By working closely with the energy of Three, any person becomes more able to predict motions of all kinds.

Road/EB: The bearer of time and conductor of destiny; also known as Human; these persons open the road and guide to the future groups, communities and individuals alike. Likable, obedient, dedicated hard workers and organizers, Road persons are fortunate in business and travel. Many become care takers of the poor, sick, or old people, where they may make personal sacrifices. Sometimes referred to as the sign of Grass, which is the most bountiful of all life forms, but is also the most humble. Road persons are affectionate and emphatic; they are easily hurt but slow to anger. Holding in of negative emotions and unexpressed resentment can lead to illness, a poisoned opinion of others and a false bravado for this sun sign.

Cherokee, Rattlesnake Tooth: Symbol is Rainbow, a delicate display of electromagnetic rays of the SUN. The Natal day sign of Medicine, the Shaman, the Priest, the Healer, and the Sorcererkh; Guardian of the Way, Keeper of the Keys of the secret Kingdom.

Road to Destiny

Tone 3 is our first movement of this 13-day trecena as we enter the journey of Road/EB, bearer of time and conductor of destiny. Our movement in the world over time manifests our destiny. The destiny we create is influenced by what we bring along on the journey. Through self-understanding we can see what gifts we may bring.  Though, discovering where our weaknesses lie may be far more valuable. Continue reading →

1 Dog/OC Trecena – Love is.

Nov6

1 Dog/OC (Cherokee, Wolf/ KANA’TI) – Love IS.

1 Dog/OC Trecena

1 Dog/OC Trecena

Galactic Tone 1: Unity. One is the beginning of all things, the first, the whole and the all in one. One’s are assertive and self-guided and give a good push to whatever project they are associated with.

Dog/OC: Loyalty and faithfulness that survives beyond death.  This was the first day of creation energy in this 4th world, setting the energy for love, loyalty and faithfulness on the 5200 year cycle.  Heart chakra energy is involved so that we can move to the state of “unconditional love” with compassion.  All sexual desire issues that are not in harmony will surface to be cleared.

Cherokee, Wolf/Kana’ti – O’Oj: Dog/OC is a symbol of Sirius (Dog star) and Antares; one or the other is always visible but never at the same time.  Wolf is our brother, shares our very roots.  All dogs are domesticated wolves, companionship and guidance; connecting a link between the worlds; wolf is the day sign associated with teachers, pathfinders and transformers.

Love IS.

Galactic Tone 1 brings us to the beginning of a new trecena under the day sign of Dog/OC. Dog/OC will be the underlying energy influencing each of the 13 days in this cycle.

Dog/OC opens the 13-day trecena of devotion, companionship, self-sacrifice and unconditional love. This trecena has the power to teach us that love is the key to understanding, and the way to live in harmony with all our relations. Continue reading →

13 Offering/Muluc – Spirit will answer.

Nov5

13 Offering/Muluc (Cherokee, The River, Yun’wi Gunnahi’ta)

13 Offering/MULUC

13 Offering/MULUC

Galactic Tone 13: Ascension: Thirteen assists us to go to the next higher step, propels us to try something new or to try again. Thirteen energy takes us over the next mountain just to see what is there. Thirteen carries the last success to the newest effort. Thirteen is a number associated with the Ascended Masters, creation, expansion, and manifestation.

Offering/MULUC: The sign of water. Ceremonially, Maya use water as an offering in baptisms and purifications, done to bring about a collective strength, adaptability and harmony. Fluid of the cosmos to fluids in the body, Muluc offers the energy to clear all karmic debts, personally, and on a mass level with fluid and grace. Muluc is also associated with the Moon and the emotional body. Water days are a good time to analyze your wishes and prayers and connect them to any rituals or practices you follow.

Cherokee, The River/ Yun’wi Gunnahi’ta: The “Fountain of Life”, giver of all fluids, water, rain, tears; the Milky Way is also referred to as The River.

Spirit will answer.

The River carries water along the way to its final destination. At the delta, water passes into the ocean to be transformed into something new.

With the Tone 13 of Ascension, we have arrived at a new horizon. We are prepared to move our intentions forward with the vision from a higher vantage point. Offering/Muluc touches our hearts and emotions that we may be fully engaged in the process.

On 5 (Empowerment) Star/LAMAT (Multiplication to Abundance) Spirit drew forth the tradition of a 21-Day Ceremony of Gratitude as a proven and worthy Spirit Tool. On the following morning, this journal was begun in earnest when I realized the message was meant for me. Proceeding as Day 2, I offered the commitment of my presence through the 21 days with the intention of multiplying gratitude. With no idea what I may be able to share for 21 days, I continued forward with the assurance that all that was necessary was for me to just be present.

The 21 days were completed yesterday, and as we arrive at 13 (Ascension), Muluc (Offering) my attention is focused on the way ahead and how I may continue on with my journey. On 8 Batz, the Mayan New Year, I made a personal commitment to complete the 260 Tzolkin round, journaling inspiration from Spirit and to recreate the art of the glyphs each day. With new vision I can see that the power for the transformation that followed was in the commitment and in my connection to all, in lak’ech.

To all my relations, I present myself as an Offering. I release myself into the divine flow of The River as an open vessel to be guided as the energies of the sacred Tolkin may find me worthy… for the greater good of the collective, the One and the All.

In lak’ech, i am another you

Jaguar Woman, 9 Eagle/MEN

21 Days of Gratitude, Day 20 – Deepest Gratitude

Nov3

11 Deer/MANIK (Cherokee, Deer/Ahwu’sdi)

11 Deer/Hand/MANIK

11 Deer/Hand/MANIK

Galactic Tone 11: Resolution; 11 assists every new thing to find it’s place in the universe in the process of ‘fitting in.’ some modifications must occur. Eleven is the energy of dynamic actions facilitating change, simplification and improvement.

Deer/Hand/MANIK: Deer are spirit tools. Silence itself is a spiritual experience for Deer. For Deer life is a pilgrimage. Deer are dominant persons who defend the people and will make sacrifices for others. The spirit of Deer upholds the pillars of the four directions. With the power inherent in the number 4, Deer pushes away bad influences or negative energies. Skill and quality of work are very important to Deer. They are presented with tools for every task in life and it is with these that they are able to rise above liitations. Deer has a habit of keeping every tool it has ever used. This leads to clutter and indecision, loss and procrastination.

Cherokee, Deer/Ahwu’sdi: Totem-deer is a priest or shaman; ability to create harmonic resonance; they enjoy rituals, ceremonial feasts and are the souls of hospitality and sociability; combined with artistic and inspiring energies in harmony with lunar cycles, they nourish the clans.

See my Tzolkin Page for resources.

Deepest Gratitude

11 Deer/MANIK calls on us to reflect on our Spirit Tools. The Mayan Calendar is a very powerful Spirit Tool revealing the ‘sacred cycle of creation.’ The Tzolkin illustrates an evolutionary process that is advanced in cycles of 13 days. 20 cycles of 13 complete the 260-day Tzolkin round. The power of this tool is palpable only in the process of using it, as over time, its synchronicity reveals the evidence of our connection to the One and All.

20 Days ago, on 4 Deer/MANIK (October 14), the idea of ‘21 Days of Gratitude’ as Sacred ceremony was brought forward as a worthy Spirit Tool. The ceremony amounts to the process of simply holding/returning attention to gratitude over the course of 21 days… as a Sacred charge.

Without realizing it, you were also chosen as a Spirit Tool. Because of you, I found myself committed to a daily journal. And, because of you, I have committed more time to a daily spiritual practice than ever before in my life. 20 days later, I can’t begin to explain all the ways my world has been changed, through our connection.

As we arrive back at Deer/MANIK, the Galactic Tone 11 of Resolution makes clear the power of the Spirit Tools that were chosen, and encourages us to consider what Spirit Tools we may now carry forward.

To all my relations, YOU. Thank YOU in lak’ech from the place of my DEEPEST GRATITUDE. 11 Deer/MANIK calls me to Honor ‘your presence’ as I find our shared connection as being among the most powerful Spirit Tools of all.

In lake’ch, I am another you

Jaguar Woman/9 Eagle/MEN
mo sah thi wey ney