Glad Bringer of Brightness, hail! Maiden of Grace, Lad of Laughter. Gifts of vigor are returning, Spring’s surprise, rainbow’s embrace. Quickened be the heart within us, Opened be our souls to grace, May the blessing be abiding. Welcome sit in every face. Caitlín Matthews, Celtic Devotional: Daily Prayers and Blessings Welcome Spring! As you probably [...]

A proud descendant of the ancient Uí Neill family, I’m no fan of St. Patrick, but I honor the land and people of Ireland. May we bless and help all those who now seek refuge.

Each year at Imbolc, John and I decorate and ask blessings for our well, which gives us life here at Laurel Hill Cottage. Thank you to Brighid.

Happy New Year 2022! Here’s what you need to know about this very magical day, for it is certainly one that is full of lore and ancient custom.

Out with the old and in with the new! There’s magic on New Year’s in all that you do! Beth Rejoice, my dears! We stand at the crossroads of a new year! I suggest that you spend some time today in sacred space, setting your intention for the shining promise of this new beginning. Supported [...]

If you celebrate Christmas, tonight at midnight, or tomorrow morning if you prefer, it’s time to light the final wreath candle. Joy to the world!

Watch now, and hold fast. For we have woven together a mighty alignment of the Solstice promise. Today we celebrate Life’s insurmountable triumph.

Today is the fourth and final Sun Day before Winter Solstice, Christmas, and Kwanzaa. Please join us tonight in our global Yule/Advent ritual.

Today we step out of our ordinary cares and the workaday world. This ancient practice offers a pause, to honor the Yule with peace and kindness.