I would like to wish everyone a magical Winter Solstice! I woke up a little early today to welcome the sun as it rose in Northern NY. The sky, once dark, lightened. I watched as the sun gilded the tree outside my window. I slipped out of bed and went outdoors with an offeringContinue reading “Blessed Winter Solstice!”
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The Ninth Day of Yule 2013
The Ninth Day of Yule was dedicated to the evergreen trees. We remember the trees outdoors, home to other beings and shelter from the cold. They are a source of food for many such as the white tailed deer. Many people still use the white pine for tea as well which is a great sourceContinue reading “The Ninth Day of Yule 2013”
The 6th, 7th, and 8th Days of Yule 2013
I hope everyone has been enjoying their Yuletide season! We just returned from a lovely visit with family. It is always difficult for me to keep up with rituals when I return home, but I did my best to be mindful of the days. The Sixth Day of Yule This day was dedicated to theContinue reading “The 6th, 7th, and 8th Days of Yule 2013”
Twelve Days of Yule – Day Four
Today is the fourth day of Three Crane Grove’s “Yule Along,” and I’m still following! Today is a day to honor the Nature Spirits. Here in Northern NY, it’s certainly a good day to do that. We’re experiencing a big ice storm. The ice casing everything outside is literally 1/2 to 3/4 of an inchContinue reading “Twelve Days of Yule – Day Four”
Rest in Peace, Potion
Last night, we lost a very special little friend. Potion the ferret has been one of our furry companions since my undergrad years. I fell in love with her at a pet shop one day and couldn’t resist. I had been researching ferrets already and was hoping to give one a home. This particularContinue reading “Rest in Peace, Potion”
Yule Along 2013 – Day 1
If you read my post from yesterday about getting ready for the Winter Solstice, you’ll remember that I’m (virtually) joining with the Three Cranes Grove to take part in their annual Yule Along. Today is the day to begin and welcome the winter wanderer. Since a day to celebrate winter and snow comes later, IContinue reading “Yule Along 2013 – Day 1”
Getting Ready for Winter Solstice
I’ve decided to try and reinvigorate my spiritual practice by joining the Three Cranes Grove and their “Yule Along”. They came up with a Norse-inspired schedule but have invited others to experiment with their own hearth cultures. So as I prepare for my normal Winter Solstice celebration, I’m also preparing for several days worth ofContinue reading “Getting Ready for Winter Solstice”
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