Imbolc

Winter Holiday of Nurture & New Life The long dark hours of Winter are growing shorter by the day and now is the time to start preparing for the season’s end.  Starting from sundown on February 1 and ending on the following sundown on February 2, a Gaelic holiday is celebrated for this time of year.  Imbolc (pronounced IM-bulk, IM-bolg, IM-bolk, or IM-bullug) is a “cross-quarter” festival … Continue reading Imbolc

Flowers: Symbolisms & Meanings

Did you know that flowers can carry meanings and symbolism?  You probably intrinsically know this.  For example, if you see someone buying a bouquet of roses on Valentine’s Day, you probably suspect it’s for someone they love or admire.  We oftentimes associate roses with love and passion, especially towards a significant other.  But did you know that many other flowers carry meanings that are unique to them?  I won’t be … Continue reading Flowers: Symbolisms & Meanings