Fall Equinox September 23rd

The Autumnal Equinox is the day when both night and day are the same length. The Autumnal Equinox falls on September 23 in 2011. The Autumnal Equinox occurs once a year when the sun crosses over the celestial equator moving south into the northern hemisphere. When this happens, it shines equally on the northern and southern hemispheres. At the start of the Autumnal Equinox, take some time to reflect on the bounty of your hard work, give thanks for the blessings that you have, and make preparations for the coming winter months. The Autumnal Equinox marks the first day of the season of autumn. It is also called the Fall Equinox, the Second Harvest Festival, Festival of Dionysus, Wine Harvest, Cornucopia, and Winter Finding. Ancient people celebrated each change of the seasons, knowing that nature's changes outside correspond to inner changes as well.

Symbol of Second Harvest - Equality - Balance This holiday symbolizes a second harvest, equality and balance. It is a magical, exciting time that comes but once a year. Celebrate Autumnal Equinox by focusing your energies to: Prepare for the winter ahead Become attuned to the dark and the light within yourself Create a balance that will carry you forward into the coming winter This is a good time to use affirmations for protection, wealth and prosperity, self confidence, balance and harmony, and goal setting.