by Della Ratcliffe | Jun 19, 2023 | Wheel of the Year
Solstice is coming soon, arriving on June 21st as Summer Solstice north of the equator and Winter Solstice south of the equator. How do you celebrate Solstice? My celebrations for solstice have evolved over the years. I initially honoured the beginning of solstice...
by Della Ratcliffe | Jun 19, 2023 | Rituals and Ceremonies
Solstice is coming soon, arriving on June 21st as Summer Solstice north of the equator and Winter Solstice south of the equator. One of my favourite Solstice traditions is celebrating with family and friends, and joining together to give gratitude in this simple...
by Della Ratcliffe | Dec 25, 2022 | Wheel of the Year
On the Darkest Night by Stephanie Law The period between Samhain and Winter Solstice was recognized by my Celtic ancestors (and likely many ancestors around the world!) as a time when the veil between this physical world and the Otherworld was thin, when communication...
by Della Ratcliffe | Dec 21, 2022 | Wheel of the Year
Solstice is here! Solstice Blessings! Solstice arrived earlier today, December 21st, at 03:27 UTC, manifesting as Winter Solstice north of the Equator (and the beginning of astronomical winter) and as Summer Solstice south of the Equator (marking the beginning of...
by Della Ratcliffe | Dec 13, 2022 | spiritual crafts, Wheel of the Year
This is a lovely craft for Solstice, which can be done on your own or with your family and friends, each creating their own wishing cone with their hopes and dreams inserted and held for the coming year. And you can add a little magic and ritual by sending those...
