Now is the time to put those things to rest, as trees shed their tired leaves. Sometimes we plant seeds in spring which don’t germinate properly, or we accidentally harvest a rotten apple. These antler necklaces with Raw Quartz and Labradorite seemed worthy of the name!Īs we gather in the harvest, we also let go that which we no longer need to carry with us. ![]() In ancient times it was also when plans were made for the hunts that would see the community through the winter.Ĭernunnos is a stag-antlered figure from Celtic mythology, likely associated with later English folklore concerning Herne the Hunter and the Wild Hunt. As the days grow short we cozy in, we can or pickle produce, make preserves, and generally prep for winter. ![]() If statement pieces aren’t your thing, the Apples of Idunn necklaces with miniature Swarovskis are the perfect subtle harvest-time accent The wheat has been gathered and second harvest has begun apples are in season, giving us pies and ciders (we recommend Merridale or Sea Cider, both from Victoria, both offering a range of delightful flavours). Although Mabon is a more recent name for the holiday, festivities extend much further back in history. These two-tier necklaces are reminiscent of scales, which make them a powerful reminder of balance or an ideal gift for that quirky, sparkly Libra in your life.Īs all good things come in threes, today is also Mabon, the second of the three celtic harvest festivals. ![]() Whether this relates to how we spend our time, what we choose to eat, or inner emotional balance, now is the time to seek that change. It’s as if the whole sky is urging us to find equilibrium in our lives. After the growth of spring and adventure of summer it’s time to regroup and re-centre.īalance is echoed in the fact that it is also the first day of Libra in western astrology. Equinox is both literally and thematically a time of balance. Today is the Autumnal Equinox, or the astronomical date on which the hours of day and night are equal before we head into the cozy darkness of late fall and winter.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |