golden earth

“Heavenly, smiling Aphrodite, praised in many hymns, sea-born, revered goddess of generation, you like the nightlong revel…

I give thanks to Lady Hestia, Rich in Blessings and whose hair hangs heavy with oil for the roof over my head and the glowing embers of my fire.

I give thanks to Lord Zeus, the Cloud Gatherer and King for the rain in my grasses and the protection of my home.

I give thanks to Lord Poseidon, Earth-Shaker and Savior for the waters that cover and nourish the earth.

I give thanks to Lady Hera, Cow-Eyed and Of Flowers for the bonds that bless and enrich my life.

I give thanks to Lady Demeter, Bringer of Seasons and Bearer of Fruit for the abundance of the land and the warming of my grieving heart.

I give thanks to Lady Aphrodite, Laughter Loving and Sea-Born for the confidence to face each day knowing that I'm beautiful and worthy.

I give thanks to Lady Athena, Maiden and Defender of the People for keeping me in the light of wisdom and justice.

I give thanks to Lady Artemis, She of the Wild and Fairest Huntress for the forests and all of the creatures that fill them.

I give thanks to Lord Apollo, the Radiant God and Averter of Evil for the music in my ears and the sunlight caressing my skin.

I give thanks to Lord Ares, Warlike and Brazen for the fortitude to tackle the feats that shadow me.

I give thanks to Lord Hephaestus, the Coppersmith and Sooted God for blessing the works that I build with my hands.