As I turn the calendar from August to September, I feel the mental and spiritual shift from summer to fall.

Autumn brings a mindset of introspection, regrouping, and preparing for transition ahead. This issue has been a pleasure to produce as we bring you inspiring articles about finding your personal Dream, natural recipes for you and your pet, tips for natural personal hygiene, and ideas for increasing your environmental contribution toward a more sustainable planet.

There's a certain crispness in the air at this time of year that makes me think something exciting is just around the corner. Indeed, there are many things around the corner for us at Spirit Circle!

As we look ahead, we can't help but think about the impending holiday season, just a couple of months away. Some thrive on the intensity of the season; others cringe from it. Whichever type you are, the last few months of 2005 will be filled with heartfelt encouragement from us at Spirit Circle as we all journey toward the holiday season.

Watch for Spirit Circle Journal issues in your inbox throughout the next few months. We'll help make your preparations for the holiday season more warm, thought-full and harmonious.

We'll be offering you recipes, ideas for coping with the stress of the season, tips for doing the holidays the enviromentally friendly way, incredible offers, fantastic gift and stocking stuffer ideas, and inspiring and heartwarming stories.

Thank you so much for being a part of our Journal as we venture into autumn. May you enjoy the turning of the season!

Wishing you peace,
Renee