She pulled up to the Gate of Mystery lit by torches and smelled the campfire …
Full Corn Moon
As you can see virtually all of the names describe a condition of the natural world or an activity associated with this time of year. These Native American names are shared not so much so we can adopt them, but that we can see how meaning was imbued on each full moon by different peoples. In general, the full moon exaggerates emotions, good or bad, so it is time of greater energy and feeling.
Jungle
As I type this, they are cutting our Jungle down. Earlier I was pacing, my heart racing, and worrying the dogs. I had to shut the curtains so Java wouldn’t make himself sick barking. Maybe writing about the trees is a better way to witness what is happening. The words “sweet release” keep running through my head. It is going to be heart wrenching when I open the curtains and Jungle is not there.
From the Boughs of Yggdrasil: Ingwaz
In all aspects, Ingwaz is a cycle never-ending. It is a rune of both birth and death, and all points through life in-between. It is the return to life after death in regrowth every spring (1, 2).
Through A Glass, Brightly: Thoughts On Beltane
Read one of our member’s reflection on Beltane as the holiday fast approaches
Frigg’s Forest: Mini Greenhouse
It can be tough to be a Pagan during the winter months. It’s dark, it’s cold, and it’s not as much fun to be outside when the weather drives one indoors.
From the Boughs of Yggdrasil: Jera
This piece is a recurring runic exploration. It is a culmination of study from Taking Up the Runes by Diana L. Paxson (1), A Practical Guide to The Runes by …
From the Boughs of Yggdrasil: Sowilo
This piece is a recurring runic exploration. It is a culmination of study from Taking Up the Runes by Diana L. Paxson (1), A Practical Guide to The Runes by …
AHA!
The thing I like best about Church of the Earth is experiencing other people’s paths and how they walk them. Often in circle I will have a “yes” moment or …
Ostara
Every year, various cultures and faiths mark the coming of spring, and with it the theme of redemption and rebirth. The Jewish people celebrate Passover, Pesach, and remember the story …