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Day after Imbolc
Today was a rainy day, so we pushed back the bulk of our stuff to tomorrow. But I spent the day with the family and told the Imbolc children's story to my youngest. We spent time reveling in the spirit of family which is what is truly important. We ...
Happy Imbolc -- Family Ritual
I wanted to say Happy Imbolc to you all. Please leave us some comments on your plans for Imbolc or if later than that, how your Imbolc went.Supplies:Three small votive candles - I use white, yellow and green And Bells for ...
Friday Musings
Can you believe it Imbolc is right around the corner? I keep swearing that Yule was sometime last week. This year seems to be off to a start at a pace to beat last year. And before we know it Summer will be here and Yule will be fast behind it.Imbolc...
Children Activities for Imbolc -- Corn Dolly
The corn dolly is an ancient harvest custom, still widely practiced throughout Europe. In ancient Europe it was customary at harvest time to leave a small portion of the grain in the field, often twisted or tied into the shape of a man or the symbol ...
Imbolc Recipes -- Desserts
One of the other traditional dishes for this Sabbat are things made with milk. This comes from the original word for Imbolc, Oimelc which means "in milk". Since milk lends itself well to dessert I figured I would share this recipe. Hope you enjoy. ...
Imbolc Crown
One of the more traditional props for this Sabbat is a crown of light. This craft combines the Goddess Brighid's aspects of firekeeper and fertility Goddess. Although this was traditionally worn on the head, I do not recommend this. Because I have se...
The Goddess Brighid
Brigit was one of the great Triple Goddesses of the Celtic people. She appeared as Brigit to the Irish, Brigantia in Northern England, Bridein Scotland, and Brigandu in Brittany. Many legends are told about Brigit. Some say that there are three Br...
Imbolc Vegetarian Recipes
There aren't many vegetarian recipes available for Imbolc because usually the Earth is draped in snow at this time of the year. But here is a recipe for you to enjoy. Ingredients 3-4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered 3 tbsp. milk or unsweetened/...
Making Brighid's Cross
Next week I will be sharing a house blessing ritual that uses a solar cross. So I encourage you to make one using the instructions below. It can also be a decoration to use in the house to bring blessings throughout the year. I find that it i...
Children's Story for Imbolc
"Grandfather? Grandfather, is it time for another story," asked the littlest child, barely refraining from jumping up and down in excitement. The old man leaned back in his chair and smiled, as he lit his pipe. After taking several puffs, he said, "Y...
Recipes for Imbolc -- Meat
There were many traditional foods for Imbolc. Some of these included those made with seeds, representing growth. Since this was also a festival of light, marking the halfway point through the dark of winter, fried foods were also important. So I hope...
Crafts for Imbolc -- Sand Candles
Sand Candles are an easy and fun way to include children in the Sabbats. But be sure to exercise extreme caution, since you have to heat the wax to a very high temperature. I would personally do this with only children who are 8 years or older. Somet...
Wreath Imbolc 2009
Yes it is that time again. The holiday season seem like it just ended but Imbolc is less than a month away. So I figured since it was so close that I would take the time with my family to decorate my house for the Sabbat. Well at least the wreath and...
