Ostara/Spring Equinox 2024

Ostara, the vernal equinox, marks the beginning of spring—a time of balance between day and night, light and dark. However, in some regions, Ostara still greets us with cold weather and snow. Here are some activities to celebrate Ostara when it is still cold and maybe snowy outside. Start an herb garden indoors. Plant seeds … Continue reading Ostara/Spring Equinox 2024

Imbolc/Candlemas 2024

Imbolc is a Celtic festival that marks the beginning of spring and the return of the light. It is celebrated on February 1st or 2nd, depending on the lunar calendar. Imbolc is a time to honor the goddess Brigid, who is associated with fire, healing, poetry, and smithcraft. Imbolc/Candlemas is also a time of cleansing, … Continue reading Imbolc/Candlemas 2024

Winter Solstice 2023

Many of you know this is my favorite time of the year. For one I am that strange person who enjoys the cold and the snow of the Winter Season. I also love all the warm memories that return for me this time of year. Many from my childhood and even more from the years … Continue reading Winter Solstice 2023

Samhain Blessings and Happy Halloween

“Anyone could see that the wind was a special wind this night, and the darkness took on a special feel because it was All Hallows’ Eve.” — Ray Bradbury, “The Halloween Tree” “According to Druidic traditions, prayers, food, and offerings of burning candles to the dead and the Good People (the fae, or Sidhe) were … Continue reading Samhain Blessings and Happy Halloween

Autumn Blessings

This Weekend Savor the First Day of Fall If it is still warm where you are, enjoy a walk in the outdoors. The crisp cool air, cerulean blue skies, and leaves just beginning to turn mark the first day of Autumn for me. I wish everyone a bountiful harvest of blessings and good things in … Continue reading Autumn Blessings