Celebrating Autumn Equinox through Creative Ritual The equinox occurs twice annually, once in March (spring equinox) and again in September (autumn equinox). The autumn equinox takes place on September 22nd this year 2021. What is an equinox? The word equinox originates form a Latin word meaning equal-night. At this time, day and night are of equal … More Seasonal Celebrations: Mabon (Autumn Equinox)
Apples are pretty common place here in the UK, yet are shrouded in deep mystery and symbolism. A source of inspiration for numerous fairy tales, for Isaac Newtons theory of Gravity, and the name of one the world’s most recognisable brands. 🍏 So I felt called to uncover how this humble fruit has landed itself … More The Curious Symbolism of Apples
As falling leaves bid farewell to the branch they knew as home, they dance joyfully as they descend back to the earth, fluttering, twirling and swirling through the crisp mid-autumn air. I used to feel a pang of sadness this time of year as I watched life wither away into the bleakness of winter. Decomposing foliage disintegrating into oblivion and … More Natures Wisdom – Thich Nhat Hanh on Autumn Leaves: Life, Death, Continuation
Happy Samhain everyone! …or Halloween as it’s commonly known today. Those practicing an earth based spiritual path tend to follow the Celtic Wheel of the Year;- the annual cycle of seasonal festivals that mark a seasonal change caused by the Sun.  The 31st October is the ancient festival of Sahhain, a time that marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning … More Samhain Celebrations ~ Nature Spiral Ritual
If you’ve been following my blog for a while you may have gathered that nature is my biggest muse, an endless source of inspiration to fuel the creative self! As you will see from my Autumnal photography post, my camera is my trusty companion which accompanies me everywhere – just in case inspiration hits! And in … More The Art of Autumn ~ Getting Creative out in Nature
Nothing inspires me more than a crisp Autumnal walk to soak up the mesmerising array of Autumnal colour. From blazing crimsons to red hot pinks, smouldering orange embers and electrifying yellows – all courtesy of natures own canvas! Walking mindfully I am bathed in a warming kaleidoscope of colour that never fails to disappoint. Somehow I emerge feeling invigorated, energised … More Fall’s Gold: Awesome Autumnal Colour
The Muse in the Mirror 