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Yule 🎄❄️
Other Names Midwinter, Longest Night, Winter Solstice Colors green, gold, silver, red Foods cookies, caraway, dried fruits and nuts, pork dishes, and wassail Stones ruby, garnet, bloodstone, emerald, diamond Herbs and Flowers bayberry, evergreen, frankincense, holly, laurel, pine, sage Today, the shortest day of the year, is a celebration of peace, love, and positive energy, […] [read more]
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‘Twas the Night before Yuletide
by C.C. Williford Twas the night before Yuletide and all through the glenNot a creature was stirring, not a fox, not a hen.A mantle of snow shone brightly that nightAs it lay on the ground, reflecting moonlight. The faeries were nestled all snug in their trees,Unmindful of flurries and a chilly north breeze.The elves and the […] [read more]
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Krampusnacht
Krampus, a legendary figure in Alpine folklore, is a counterpart to Santa Claus with a darker, more menacing twist. Originating from Germanic traditions, Krampus is often depicted as a horned, demonic creature with hooves, fur-covered body, and a long, pointed tongue. His role is to accompany St. Nicholas during the Christmas season, serving as a […] [read more]
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I miss Germany
This time of year makes me really miss Germany. Talk about a country that really knows how to do Christmas… Weihnachtsmarkt, anyone?? Walk around, buy trinkets, view beautiful decorations, drink Glühwein, eat candied roasted almonds, listen to local bands play carols…. [read more]
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Samhain 🍂🎃🔥
Other Names Halloween, All Hallow’s Eve, Witch’s New Year, Feast of the Dead, Spirit Night Colors black, brown, yellow, purple, gold, silver, red Foods apples, pumpkins, roasted game birds, cider, dark wine, pears, root vegetables Stones smoky quartz, amber, obsidian, pyrite, onyx, carnelian, turquoise Symbols bat, cat, blackbird, cauldron Flowers calendula, sunflowers, wild ginseng, wormwood […] [read more]
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Kitty got in a scrap
I’ve had a few really stressful days. When today finally came, it was such a relief that I had to share. Also, it was quite hilarious, as the attached video shows…. Look, I love my cat, but she is a jerk to anyone who isn’t in her immediate family. I found out on Friday that […] [read more]
