The transition from winter to spring was marked by a tragedy within my own community and grove. A friend, someone I started studying Paganism with back when I was in college, suddenly passed away. It was very sudden and heartbreaking, especially as he left my friend (his wife), and their daughter on the corporeal realm.Continue reading “Celebrating New Life while Reminded of Death”
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New Year, New Hobby
Ever since Muin Mound Grove made candles with old candle wax for an Imbolc workshop years ago, I decided that I should try my hand at the hobby. It felt so right given my growing relationship with Brighid. A friend of mine made candles for awhile – huge, beautiful pieces of art, really. She giftedContinue reading “New Year, New Hobby”
On Performing My First Baby Blessing
About six months ago, I performed my first Mother Blessing for my friend and grovemate Cassandra. During my protogrove’s Spring Equinox rite, I had the honor and pleasure of leading a baby blessing, or saining, for the bundle of joy who arrived around Imbolc. I performed the blessing as one of our magical workings. ItContinue reading “On Performing My First Baby Blessing”
Family Lughnasadh
Last weekend, we celebrated Lughnasadh with friends from Northern Rivers Protogrove and Muin Mound Grove at the latter’s annual Lugh Games. There was friendly competition, feasting, swimming, singing around a fire, and a lovely ritual. My husband was crowned the champion of the games! It was a wonderful time. Today, I celebrated Lughnasadh with myContinue reading “Family Lughnasadh”
Pagan Parenting: Baby Saining
As part of Northern River’s Autumn Equinox ritual, we had a baby saining ceremony for Bee. The rite was inspired by material gathered by Alexander Carmichael in Carmina Gadelica. In the highlands, Pagan ceremony blended with the Christian idea of baptism. Baptism was seen as a powerful force of order among those people. It wasContinue reading “Pagan Parenting: Baby Saining”
Meditation, Nature Walks, and Beloved Grovies
I’ve had a busy but wonderful weekend full of learning, beautiful weather, and old friends. I feel exhausted, and my feet hurt, but it sure beats lazing around with Netflix all day! Yesterday I attended the first in a series of meditation workshops at the Kripalu Yoga and Wellness Center. Local reiki practitioner and long-timeContinue reading “Meditation, Nature Walks, and Beloved Grovies”
The Ditzy Druid Looks Back at 2012
Well, here we are – the end of 2012! Before we move into the new year, I wanted to take a moment and reflect on all the personally significant events of 2012. 1) I Spent A Lot of Time Outdoors Although I make a point to do this every year, it’s always a highlight! IContinue reading “The Ditzy Druid Looks Back at 2012”
A Quiet but Lovely Winter Solstice
Our 2012 Winter Solstice tree – Photo by Grey Catsidhe, 2012 I woke up a little early the morning of the Solstice to begin preparations for our little feast. As I chopped potatoes, carrots, and onions, I kept my eye on the window and watched as the world grew increasingly illuminated. Although overcast, theContinue reading “A Quiet but Lovely Winter Solstice”
The Druidic Study Group Moves Toward Ritual
If you’ve been reading my blog for the past year, you know I’ve been working towards building an ADF Druidic community here in the North Country. It started in June with a “coffee hour,” and progressed into a few study group meetings – the first in Watertown and the second in Carthage. Our Facebook groupContinue reading “The Druidic Study Group Moves Toward Ritual”
Autumn Equinox with Muin Mound Grove, 2012
Before traveling to Syracuse, we stopped at the Burrville Cider Mill for some locally made cider and donuts. They were our potluck contribution. I mulled the cider and it was fantastic. Visiting the mill was a wonderful way to ring in the new season. Autumn pleases all of the senses! A pouch I made toContinue reading “Autumn Equinox with Muin Mound Grove, 2012”
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