Blessed Lughnasadh, ancient holiday of the first harvest! We offer thanks to Nature as Mother Nurturer and honor the Goddess, Queen of Abundance.

Like millions of other little children, I loved the Tales of Beatrix Potter, featuring Peter Rabbit, Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, Jemima Puddleduck, and all the rest. She was the first author that grabbed my imagination and made me think, “I want to do that.”

It’s been a while since I shared a Wordless Wednesday. But these friends enjoying some quality time together were just too sweet not to share!

Blessed Litha! Today is the ending of the waxing year and the beginning of the waning year, in preparation for the harvest to come.

Rejoice in Life’s creative ecstasy! On this happy sabbat we dance the mysteries of fertility, beauty, and Nature’s flowering. Blessed Beltane!

The Wheel turns, the veils between the human world and the primal worlds part and fly open. Dance into the ancient enchantment. Merry May Eve!

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 [...]

Sometimes we need a quiet moment. Here’s one, after our first snowfall, from our road that leads to Laurel Hill Cottage. We’ve had more snow since.

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