Having just returned on 12/22 from our amazing journey in the powerful energies of Bimini at The ARC – Atlantis Rejuvenation Center – I can think of no better way to integrate the energies than to immerse in the magick of Christmas Eve.

I will be sharing my feelings and experiences about our journey this week (as much as I possibly can, as the experience leaves one speechless), in Bimini and over 12/21/12, but for now am settling in, integrating, experiencing overflowing love and gratitude, and being very present with the beauty of today.

The adorable and precious birthday girl, Joy, this morning on her 9th birthday.

Not only is today, or rather this evening, one of my most cherished nights of the year (if not my favorite), but this day also holds a very special and precious place in my heart because it shares a celebration of the birth of my dear soul companion, Joy.

Today is sweet Joy’s birthday. She celebrates 9 years of this Earthly life’s cycle. Joy carries with her the energy of purity, joyous love, gentle power, tenderness, serene wisdom, and childlike laughter and wonder.

Happy Birthday my beautiful precious Jewel of the Nile (aka Tiny, Jules, and Bubbles). Joy’s full name is Joy Julianna, which is where Jules comes from and Jewel.

According to an ancient Sardinian legend, the bodies of those who are born on Christmas Eve will never dissolve into dust but are preserved until the end of time. ~Grazia Deledda 

Joy’s essence and love is eternally in my heart and soul 🙂 What a blessing she is to my life.

The energy of what Christmas Eve is all about SO mirrors Joy’s essence and what she brings to my life. Joy to the World indeed!!!

I have always had a soft spot for the Christmas season…the colorful twinkling lights, decorations, smells, trees, magickal animals, elves, Santa, snow, cozy fires, glowing candles, bright stars and starry nights, Christ Consciousness energy, and LOVE abound! It’s one of those times that reminds us of connecting with our inner child, to dream and believe, to see through eyes and hearts of wonder, share our love with everyone in peace and harmony, and recognize the beauty in and around us.

Sending love to each and every one of you at this joyous holiday season and much love and snuggly hugs to my beautiful Joy.

And here are some words to reflect on that I shared today on Facebook:

Christmas Eve was a night of song that wrapped itself about you like a shawl. But it warmed more than your body. It warmed your heart… filled it, too, with melody that would last forever. ~Bess Steeter Aldrich

May the loving melody of today resound eternally in your heart ♥

The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow
Gave the lustre of mid-day to objects below,
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny reindeer….~From Twas the Night Before Christmas

May you always believe, have the courage to dream, and may the Christmas Eve magic and child like wonder be with you all year round ♥

Today’s Daily Thought from Shakti Gawain’s Reflections in the Light: Daily Thoughts and Affirmations:

~ The spirit of giving ~

Take a few minutes to reflect on how you give of yourself to the world. Often we get caught up in the frenzy of buying and giving things. Look at the ways you give appreciation, friendship, energy, time, love, and affection, and give of your special talents and abilities throughout the year. Acknowledge yourself for having enriched the lives of others. Spend some time loving yourself for the giving light that you are.

I honor myself for all that I give.

Christ Consciousness is the growing human recognition and blending of the human evolutionary (or ego) mind with the Divine Mind and the Divine Personality that is the source of human happiness and fulfillment. This awareness accrues over time within the consciousness of human thinking when intention, attention, and openness is focused on knowing who and what is that “christed” state of being—that higher mindedness of enlightenment.

As this awareness in the human mind grows and strengthens, life becomes more liberated, joyful, peaceful, and love-dominated. The fear which creates isolation and despair begins to diminish in thought and feeling. You are free to live the life you were born to live — as a child of Spirit in a love-filled and supportive universe. ~Center for Christ Consciousness