Imbolc, that Celtic holiday marking the very beginnings of the new life of spring, always seems to be among the more popular and awaited seasonal celebrations. Perhaps this is because we, especially here in New England, are more than ready for an end to winter by February whereas other seasonal celebrations usher in the itchy… Continue reading Being Our Seedling Selves for Imbolc
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Celebrate Imbolc with Snow Ice Cream
Imbolc, the Celtic holiday celebrating the first stirrings of spring, is almost upon us. One reason I love Imbolc is that it isn’t widely celebrated, so we can more easily make our own celebrations that are meaningful to us. Also, anything that promises spring is welcome in the middle of a New England winter. I… Continue reading Celebrate Imbolc with Snow Ice Cream
Preparing for Imbolc: The Kitchen Mysteries Celebration
Winter seems to be the time for celebrations. All over the world, people focus on festivities around both the Winter Solstice and then the Spring Equinox. These are the celebrations of the Great Mysteries — the coming of the Light, the birth of Diety, magnificent miracles, overcoming death – that happen in the realms beyond… Continue reading Preparing for Imbolc: The Kitchen Mysteries Celebration
Goddess in a Teapot 