This time of year has been associated with creativity, fire, poetry, and healing. Leo Moons, too, are generally associated with fiery activities and with creativity. This later part of winter of course can sometimes be a time of reduced energy and low vitality in the Northern Hemisphere as we tire of the cold and short day. The time is right now for spellwork that will strengthen our internal fires and help us to feel vibrant, alive, and creative again. Call on the returning light and the Leo Full Moon to help kindle your internal fires. To prepare, you will need a red candle, some red stones such as amber, ruby, and garnet, and a piece of red cloth. In the evening time, put the red cloth out in a special part of your house where you contemplate your space in private (or with a couple of good friends.) Arrange the stones near the candle on the piece of cloth; these will help you energize and ground your creative energies. After you have lit the candles, chant these words aloud several times.

Fire burn, fire bright,
Help my inner spark to light.