Litha~Summer Solstice~Mid Summer

Litha/Midsummer Midsummer is also sometimes referred to as Litha. Litha is(pronounced "LITH-ah"). The celebration of Midsummer's Eve was from ancient times linked to the summer solstice. People believed that mid-summer plants had miraculous and healing powers and they, therefore, picked them on this night. Bonfires were lit to protect against evil spirits which were believed … Continue reading Litha~Summer Solstice~Mid Summer

Litha Blessings

"Mine is the Month of Roses; yes, and mine The Month of Marriages! All pleasant sights And scents, the fragrance of the blossoming vine, The foliage of the valleys and the heights. Mine are the longest days, the loveliest nights; The mower's scythe makes music to my ear; I am the mother of all dear … Continue reading Litha Blessings

Litha/Summer Solstice Recipe

This time of year fruit pie is a dessert staple. This tasty pie recipe can add a little magick to your after-meal dessert. Raspberry-Guava Pie Pastry for a 10 inch 2 crust pie 4 cups fresh raspberries 4 cups chopped guava fruit 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon allspice … Continue reading Litha/Summer Solstice Recipe

Litha Customs and Traditions

Just as the Pagan Midwinter celebration of Yule was adopted by Christians as “Christmas” (December 25), so too the Pagan Midsummer celebration was adopted by them as the Feast of John the Baptist (June 24). Occurring 180 degrees apart on the wheel of the year, the Midwinter celebration commemorates the birth of Jesus, while the … Continue reading Litha Customs and Traditions