Summer Solstice Ritual — The Witch & Walnut

Midsummer celebrations are finally upon us. I’m posting this a bit early so that you can have some time to gather your ingredients if you don’t have them on hand. Midsummer is celebrated from the Solstice and then for 3 days afterwards as well. So if you can’t find the time on Solstice, its okay […] … Continue reading Summer Solstice Ritual — The Witch & Walnut

Homemade Ice Cream Without An Ice Cream Maker — jovina cooks

Fresh Fruit Ice Cream The vodka helps to keep the ice cream from getting icy. I used strawberries for these recipes. Ingredients 2 pounds fresh in-season fruit (strawberries, peaches, etc), chopped 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 can (13.5 ounces) full fat coconut cream ½ cup powdered sugar or sugar substitute 2 tablespoons vodka 1 […] … Continue reading Homemade Ice Cream Without An Ice Cream Maker — jovina cooks

Litha Blessing to Everyone

Litha celebrations in the magical isles of the UK and Ireland by Rosa Medea of Life and Soul Magazine

Litha, also known as Summer Solstice or Midsummer, is honored throughout the UK with celebrations taking place across the country on the longest day, which this year falls on 21 June. For some cultures, the solstice is seen as the beginning of the summer, while others acknowledge it as midsummer. Litha is marked with celebrations across … Continue reading Litha celebrations in the magical isles of the UK and Ireland by Rosa Medea of Life and Soul Magazine

A Summer Solstice Sunrise Observance Ritual — The Druid’s Garden

My alarm goes off at 4:00am. I’m conveniently camping right along the lake shore, after having spent the evening watching the sunset on the eve of the summer solstice with members of our grove. My kayak is ready to launch, and I roll out of my sleeping bag and slip it quietly into the still, […] … Continue reading A Summer Solstice Sunrise Observance Ritual — The Druid’s Garden