Symbolic Meaning of the Yule Log
by I remember my grammy always made a Yule log for Christmas. It was a scrummy thing – like a glorified Swiss roll-up cake, and she …
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15 Spiritual Holidays in July You’ve Got to Check Out
July isn’t my friend because the heat reduces me to a sweaty, babbling mess. But, that’s okay, because I absolutely adore some of the spiritual …
How to Make Your Outdoor Event More Meaningful
Throwing a party or event outdoors can be as simple or complex as you make it – but if you want to bring a community …
Chinese Lunar New Year of the Dragon Meaning, Meditations, and More
If you know anything about me from this website, then you know I simply adore dragons. I also love learning about ancient Chinese traditions. So, …
Symbolic and Spiritual Meaning of December
Since the first calendars were created, this month has a kind of “countdown” feel to it. Maybe that’s why there are so many hard-core party …
Party Old School: Ways to Celebrate Wheel of the Year Holidays
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of pre-industrial celebrations. Picture vibrant festivals, mystical traditions, and a deep connection to nature’s …
Mother Goddesses Around the World and Their Meanings
Throughout history, cultures around the world have revered and celebrated the feminine divine in various forms. One of the most common representations is that of …
The Symbolism of Easter and Unique Ways to Celebrate Easter
As the spring season begins to bloom, our thoughts turn towards Easter – a holiday steeped in history and tradition. But beyond the pastel colors …
What is Ostara? Exploring Ostara and the Meaning of the Vernal Equinox of Spring
Spring is in the air! With the arrival of warmer weather and blooming flowers, it’s time to celebrate Ostara – the vernal equinox that marks …
Snow Deities: Snow Gods, Snow Goddesses, and Snow Myths
Snow is one of nature’s most powerful forces, and it has been revered by cultures across the world for millennia. Snow deities (snow gods and …
What is Saturnalia?
I love the history of Saturnalia. It represents a raucous, wild time of celebrating a special time of year. It’s symbolism is steeped in railing …
New Year Symbols and Meanings
With the new year almost here, it’s time to start thinking about all the ways you can make it special. Sure, there are traditional resolutions …
Symbolic Meaning of Pumpkins
It’s that time of year again (my favorite time) – autumn – and that means pumpkins are abundant. I love these little babies. Each punkie …
Signs and Symbolism of October
Have you ever been electrified by a feeling, but weren’t sure why? Ever gotten goosebumps of excitement and waves of anticipation, but not sure where …
Stuff to Do and Celebrating the Autumnal Equinox
I love this time of year. The trees are ablaze, pumpkins are calling me to carve them, and the air is crisp with chilly breezes …
Symbolic Gift Ideas for Mom
Getting Creative with Symbolic Gift Ideas for Mom Mother’s day is coming, and it’s time to show the moms in our lives how much we …
Symbolic Holiday Meaning of Trees
When it comes to holiday meaning, there is no better place to turn than exploring the meaning of trees. Why? Lots of reasons. Here are …
Easter Symbols and Easter Meaning
Easter symbols are not always what they may seem. There is a lot going on with this holiday than what you may find in the …