Easter is one of my most favourite seasonal celebrations, a time of great hope, unlimited potential and the miracle of rebirth. Although it is seen as a Christian holy-day, its roots lie in earth-based spirituality practices that far precede the birth of Christ. Unearthing these ancient roots help to enrich my celebrations with greater reverence … More The Origins of Easter
🌞💖🌞 Happy Summer Solstice everyone! 🌞💖🌞 Today, the 21st June is the Summer Solstice in the Northern hemisphere, and Winter Solstice in the Southern hemisphere. It marks the longest hours of daylight as the sun reaches its peek in the sky, with themes of rejoice, renewal and replenishment. A special time to celebrate the abundance of life; nature … More Summer Solstice inspired Creativity
In celebration of the EASTER weekend, I decided to create a flower mandala as a celebration and offering of gratitude for the beauty of Spring. For me, Easter is a time to honour the fertility and rebirth of the natural world. Here in the northern hemisphere, we see buds and blossoms blooming in full glory after the dormancy … More Easter Flower Mandala & The Origins of Easter
It’s that wonderful time of year when nature springs back to life after her winter slumber. Finally the days are lengthening, the birds are singing and the buds begin to unfurl – showering us with a spectacular display of colour. For these reasons, I love to celebrate the Spring Equinox, also known as Ostara, which is a … More Spring Equinox Mandala and Poetry
‘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
I’m sure I’m not the only one glad to see the back of January! What’s felt like an exceedingly long, gloomy month is actually the month of my birth – but with countless childhood memories of snowed off birthday parties and being gifted too many unwanted Christmas presents, let’s just say – January has never … More IMBOLC: Festival of Awakening and Rebirth
The Muse in the Mirror 