Dear, Intrepid and Delightful Children of the Earth,
The Winter Solstice is here! The longest night and shortest day are upon us as I write from the Northern Hemisphere! The Sun is getting stronger. After today, Daylight will lengthen as we move toward Spring.
Dear, Beautiful and Cherished Children of the Earth,
Summer is coming to an end. The Autumnal Equinox, Mabon, when Day and Night are of equal length, is here. We can feel the "turning of the Wheel" in the changing of the light. Night falls a little earlier each day.
Graphic by Justine Kessler
Summer Solstice (Litha) 2022 4:13 am CDT Tuesday June 21st.
Dear, Relaxed and Generous Children of the Earth,
Summer Solstice has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere!
Dear, Strong and Sensitive Children of the Earth,
The Vernal Equinox, Ostara is here! The first day of Spring in the Northern Hemisphere is rising up with tender shoots, the sap is rising, what was frozen is thawing. The Earth itself is coming back to life.
Dear, Thoughtful and Caring Children of the Earth,
The Winter Solstice is here! The longest night of the year is upon us.
This ancient observance of mystery and magic was known by many Pagans as Yule and is one of the oldest celebrations in the world.
Dear, Darling and Sensitive Children of the Earth,
The Autumnal Equinox is here! The First Day of Fall has arrived. The Time when Day and Night are of equal length is upon us! The Sun is rising later than it has been and setting earlier too. We can feel the Wheel of the Year turning.
Dear, Expansive and Friendly Children of the Earth,
Summer Solstice, also known as Mid-Summer or Litha, the longest day of the year is here! Summer is finally here!
Open the windows, open the door, go outside and breathe! The gorgeous trees, clear blue sky, rivers, lakes, flowers, fruits, vegetables--are all trying to give themselves to you.
Dear, Sensitive and Patient Children of the Earth,
Is there anything more delicate than Spring blossoms? After the snows, floods, freezes and lockdowns of these past months, the sweetness of Spring seems nearly miraculous. In the Midwest, where I am, gentle days feel like a gift.
Dear, Patient and Enduring Children of the Earth,
Winter Solstice is here! The longest night of the year has arrived. For as long as humans have existed, Winter Solstice has been a time to gather with loved ones, celebrate the warmth of our connections and share what we have. We all need human touch. We all need to share.
Dear, Calm and Innocent Children of the Earth,
The Autumnal Equinox, when Night and Day are of equal length, is upon us. Fall is here. No matter what else is going on, the Great Wheel of the Year is still turning.
In the Northern Hemisphere, the Harvest is being brought in, Fall leaves and pumpkins are showing up, houses are being prepared for Winter and we human's can feel the change in the angle of the Sun's light.