Many of the spring flowers that announce the season have religious symbolism. Easter lilies represent Christ’s purity, red roses symbolize the blood He shed, and daffodils are thought to have bloomed after Christ rose from the tomb. As perennial flowers …
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When
you’re stuck inside most of the day, it can be difficult to fully appreciate
the bounty of the season. With the COVID-19 pandemic happening alongside the
thick of springtime, people all over are feeling the burden of watching the
beautiful world through…
Mark you calendar to celebrate Imbolc traditions on February 1st.
For many, February 1st marks yet another day in the endless stretch of winter. Still, there are many out there who credit the date with special significance in welcoming warmer days. According to Gae…
People make it through harsh winter weather by performing rituals to usher in spring time.
The winter can be a harsh and unforgiving time of year. While some winters will be milder than others, having to endure the frustrating chill of this season can make even the…
Holi
Who doesn’t want to say good-bye to winter and the cold? Spring brings sun, flowers, and fresh asparagus. Many cultures have a spring festival in March to celebrate the spring equinox. The Middle East observes Nowruz, the Persian New Year. In Japan, it’s c…
Beltane, also known as May Day, is one of the most important Wiccan festivals of the year, and is celebrated on May 1. In the Southern Hemisphere, it occurs on October 31 or November 1. It commemorates the arrival of spring and symbolizes rebirth and fertility. The…
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