And as the light around us fades
In golden shadows through the glade,
Like distant echoes down the hall,
we answer Samhain's ancient call.
From everlasting times 'til now,
Where magic rings within our souls
And as we shatter, we are whole.
This is the night to join the Dance,
Partake in all-renewing trance;
Where worlds within and out are One,
Our sacred journey now begun.
To greet the ones we loved before,
Our kith and kin from days of yore,
Forgiven foe and long-lost friend -
We dwell among you yet again.
For now the worldly veils are thin,
Where hope and healing can begin.
Our deeds are done; the hour is late
To rest within the arms of Fate.
By fin and feather, leaf and bark,
As sun now banks to sheltered spark;
This year of trial and joy is past
Within the Circle we have cast.
And as the light around us fades
In golden shadows through the glade,
Like distant echoes down the hall,
We answer Samhain's ancient call"
~ Marc Hirsch
Tonight as the barrier
Between the two realms grows thin,
Spirits walk amongst us, once again.
They be family, friends, and foes,
Pets and wildlife, fishes and crows.
Elves, Fey, Brownies, and Sidhe.
Some to trick, some to treat,
Some to purposely misguide our feet.
Stay we on the paths we know
As planting apples we go.
This Feast I shall leave on my doorstep all night.
In my window, one candle shall burn bright
To help my loved ones find their way
As they travel this eve, and this night, until day.
Bless my offering, both Lady and Lord,
Of breads and fruits, greens and gourds.
