Winter Solstice - Stardancer,  December, 1996

Awaken, Guardians of the East!
On this winter night, come into our Circle.
Bring on the wind, the fragrances of the season,
  pine, cedar and juniper. 

Awaken, Guardians of the South!
Honor us with your presence.
Let the warmth of the Yule log fill our hearts.
Warm our mind, body and spirit with your love.

Awaken, Guardians of the West!
Welcome into our Circle.
Bless us with your sacred water,
 be they snowflakes or icicles.

Awaken, Guardians of the North!
Enter our magic winter Circle.
Call in all of Nature's creatures
  to celebrate the renewal of the earth. 

Awaken, Guardians of Center!
Rejoice with us on this sacred night	
  while we celebrate the returning sun 
    as the days begin to lengthen.