There’s a chill in the air and the sun’s early departure sends us into darkness. But in the darkness, there is still some light. A glimmer of hope that winter will pass, and bright warm days will follow. Even though this is a dead time, there is still life and…
Category: Pagan Holidays
Samhain- A Pagan’s Halloween
The leaves are changing, and the veil is thinning. Spirits good and evil come through to the land of the living, roam the streets and maybe stop by and pay you a visit. It’s SPOOKY SEASON! By far my favorite time of year! The weather is perfect (at least here…
Mabon the Autumn Equinox
I don’t know about you, but Fall is my all-time favorite season! The cooler days (hello sweater weather!), the beautiful fall colors, and of course that means that Halloween is around the corner (insert happy dance here). This also means that Mabon is upon us. What is Mabon? Mabon, also…
Lughnasadh
Lughnasadh (loo-nah-sah) is a Gaelic festival, the first of three harvests. Plants are producing their fruits, and many should be ready or almost ready to harvest at this time. Even if you do not garden, you too can still celebrate this holiday, and you really should (I explain more below)….
Litha-Celebrate Midsummer
Midsummer is a term you have heard at least once in your life. Shakespeare’s A Midsummer’s Night Dream is one I’m sure you have heard of. Litha is the modern name for midsummer but is also known as the Summer Solstice. A celebration of the sun and light. A chance…
What is Beltane?
There is a lot to be said about this holiday. Beltane is one of the two fire festivals of the year. Samhain being the second. It is also the most celebrated holiday besides Samhain. But what is Beltane? What is it celebrating? When is it celebrated? So many questions, so…
Ostara The Spring Equinox
Ostara is a modern-day pagan holiday also known as the Spring or “Vernal” Equinox. The first Solar Sabbat of the year is celebrated between March 19-22 and symbolizes the first day of Spring. Celebrating balance, growth and rebirth. This is when it is equal day and night, the Earth is…
Lupercalia A Pagan Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air. Roses, chocolates, and jewelry oh my! This is how we celebrate modern Valentine’s Day. Back in the 6th century BC, Lupercalia was nothing like today’s holiday. It was violent and bloody! History The origins of this holiday are unknown. Lupercalia dates back to 6th century…
Imbolc- How to Celebrate
Are you ready to get things in your life together? I know I am. After the stress of the holidays and the new year, our minds and our homes are ready for a rest and reset. This is the benefit of the sabbat Imbolc. A time to rest, recharge, and…