Simple Ways to Celebrate Imbolc; the First Stirrings of Spring

With Imbolc approaching next week on the 1st – 2nd February, I wanted to share some creative rituals to help you mark this potent time of year and to harness its transformative potential to bring new growth into your lives. Despite the freezing cold temperatures here in the Northern hemisphere, Imbolc is an ancient Celtic … More Simple Ways to Celebrate Imbolc; the First Stirrings of Spring

I Am The Dream of Awakening ~ Poetry Inspired by the Season

‘I Am The Dream of Awakening’  by Caroline Mellor I am the dream of awakening. I am the returning of the light. I am the tough green shoot pushing up through the pavestones, I am the first kiss of sunlight on the unfurling petals of the snowdrop. I am the wind, which whispers the gentle … More I Am The Dream of Awakening ~ Poetry Inspired by the Season

Ethereal Macro Photos of Snowflakes – Natures Frozen Fractals

Snowflakes are an endless source of fascination and wonder for me. Their symmetrical geometry and exquisite beauty – unique to each and every snowflake. A true miracle of nature, demonstrating the underlying patterns of life. Being invisible to the eye, we are more used to seeing them in the form of Christmas decorations, or as … More Ethereal Macro Photos of Snowflakes – Natures Frozen Fractals

The Magic Of Winter Solstice: 7 Ways to Celebrate the Returning Light

Originally posted on The Muse in the Mirror:
With Christmas fast approaching, it can be all too easy to get swept away in the festive frenzy of need and expectation, and to lose sight of the true reason for the season. Whilst I love celebrating Christmas day conventionally with my family, the real magic for me happens during the Winter…