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emmbrr · 1 year
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happy beltane & may day! 🌿
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awolfswill · 11 months
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Party around the maypole
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yagodichjagodic · 9 months
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Girl’s Night earrings are finally available in my shop for anyone who’s interested!
(There is also a hoop option for folks with stretched ears)
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vintage-sweden · 10 months
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Midsummer celebration, 1920s, Sweden.
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tyetknot · 1 year
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Our Maypole from public Beltane ritual last night says TRANS RIGHTS, BITCHES.
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bad-moodboard · 11 months
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Swedish Maypole
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violetmoondaughter · 1 year
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On May the 1st we celebrate the fourth sabbath of the Wheel of the year, the midpoint between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice. We celebrate the bloom of nature, the beginning of summer, the moment in which the earth is most fertile and so are animals and plants. We celebrate flowers, the queen of flowers, the goddesses Persephone, Flora, Demeter and the Antesphoria festival, Floralia festival, Chloeia Festival. We celebrate the horned god, Dionysus, the Anthesteria Festival. We celebrate the union, the conceive, the hierogamy. As it happens in the counterpart sabbath of Samhain the veil between our world and the underworld gets thinner creating a meeting between the two worlds. We cherish the spirits by lighting sacred fires, we dance around the sacred pole to honor and recall the fertility of the earth.
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iridescent-witch-life · 11 months
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magickkate · 1 month
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What is Beltane? Beltane, also known as May Day, is a vibrant and ancient festival that marks the beginning of summer. It falls around May 1st, nestled between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. Let’s dive into the rich history of Beltane and explore how to celebrate this magical time.
The Origins:
Beltane has deep roots in Celtic traditions, particularly among the Gaels in Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man.
The name “Beltane” likely comes from the Gaelic word “beloteniâ,” meaning “bright fire.”
It’s a time when the veil between the living and the spirit world is thin, making it perfect for honoring ancestors and practicing spiritual communication.
Historical Practices:
🔥 Light the Beltane Fire: Light bonfires using nine sacred woods (like rowan, apple, and pine). These flames symbolize love, passion, and protection.
🌺 Dance Around the Maypole: Gather friends and dance around a maypole, weaving ribbons and celebrating fertility.
💐 Make Flower Crowns: Flowers represent fertility and growth. Braid them into your hair, create wreaths, and use them in recipes.
💞 Celebrate Love and Fertility: Honor the union of the Lord and Lady (masculine and feminine energies) through simple or elaborate rituals.
🍓 Share a Beltane Feast: Enjoy these traditional treats, invoking the spirit of Beltane.
Bannock Bread: Bannock is a flatbread oatcake that has endured through the ages. It’s simple, hearty, and perfect for Beltane. Bake it over an open fire to connect with the festival’s fiery energy. Caudle: Caudle is a warm, spiced drink made with milk, eggs, and ale or wine. It symbolizes nourishment, abundance, and the return of life after winter. Butter and Milk: Dairy products represent fertility and prosperity. Enjoy fresh butter and milk as part of your Beltane feast. Goat Meat: In ancient times, a sacrificed lamb was often cooked over the Beltane bonfire. Goat meat can be a modern alternative, symbolizing abundance and sustenance. Honey and Sweet Foods: Beltane celebrates the sweetness of life and passion. Incorporate honey, sweet pastries, and desserts into your menu. Fresh Fruits and Vegetables: Beltane falls during a time when the earth is abundant with grain. Enjoy strawberries, asparagus, and other seasonal produce to honor the season. Mead: Mead, the ancient honey wine, is associated with Beltane’s joyful and passionate energy. Raise a toast to the turning of the wheel and the promise of warmer days.
Modern Celebrations:
Nature Walks: Embrace the beauty of spring by taking a walk in nature.
Goddess Rituals: Connect with the divine feminine energy.
Ancestor Honoring: Light a candle for passed ancestors and express gratitude.
Romantic Date Night: Celebrate love and passion with your partner.
Journaling: Reflect on what Beltane means to you.
Remember, Beltane is a time of renewal, passion, and growth. Whether you’re dancing around a fire or sipping lavender lemonade, let the magic of this season infuse your spirit. 🌸🔥✨
Learn more:
"Sabbats: A Witch’s Approach to Living the Old Ways” by Edain McCoy
Llewellyn’s Sabbat Essentials
🌿🌞 Blessed Beltane! 🌞🌿
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zalrb · 2 years
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Osblaine Things I Liked In 5x03
1. When Lily asks if Nick is a Jezebels guy
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Moira grins at June
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and June has a small smile at the absurdity of that question because Nick would never
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1a. Moira’s knowing look means that while she may not know the intimate details of their relationship in a way that, say, Rita does, she knows enough to know that the question is absurd, which indicates that Nick and June’s relationship isn’t trivialized in Toronto.
2. In comparison, when Mackenzie demonizes June at dinner, Nick is visibly upset and can’t even feign neutrality
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and while Nick is very smart and has made many calculated decisions, there is always this undercurrent of impulsivity and honesty when it comes to June where he can’t mask his affection, which is why
3. He takes a chance to speak to Tuello because he just has to tell him that he wants to be the one to tell June about Rose
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which puts him at risk
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4. June’s exhale when Nick says her name and how relieved she looks, much like in 4x09, much like in 4x03, much like in 3x03 etc. etc.
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5. During the phone call, when Nick tries to assure June about Hannah, he compliments Hannah by saying that she has some of June’s qualities
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and in comparison when Nick asks June about Holly, she tells him that she loves the present she got him
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6. I’ve had a few conversations and seen a few takes about how June takes Nick for granted or uses him and I’ve always pushed back on that and her reaction to his marriage is a good example of this. When he tells her he can’t move to Hannah’s district because he’s married, she doesn’t begrudge him, she doesn’t yell at him, she doesn’t lament that he was her only option to him, she’s a) heartbroken
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b) echoes his words back to him
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because she loves him.
7. Nick hanging up the phone because him being happy, being truly happy, would be being with June and Holly
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and June crying (because, yes, the situation with Hannah) because the man she loves is married.
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sappy-witch · 1 year
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🔥🌜 Celebrating Walpurgis Night 🌛🔥
Hello darlings 🥰
As the long, dark winter months come to an end, we welcome the coming of spring and the promise of renewal. One of the most magical nights of the year is Walpurgis Night, a celebration that occurs on the night of April 30th.
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Walpurgis Night, also known as Hexennacht or May Eve, is a pagan festival that dates back to ancient times. It was originally a night to celebrate the end of winter and the beginning of the planting season. Today, it is a time to embrace the return of light and warmth, and to honor the spirits of nature 🌷✨
To celebrate Walpurgis Night, you can light bonfires, dance around Maypoles, and create beautiful floral wreaths to wear in your hair. It's a night to let go of the old and welcome the new, and to connect with the earth and its cycles.
Some popular ways to celebrate Walpurgis Night include:
🔥 Lighting bonfires or candles to honor the return of the sun.
🌸 Creating floral wreaths and garlands to wear or hang in your home. 
🕯️ Holding a ritual to honor the spirits of nature and ask for their blessings. 
💃 Dancing around a Maypole to celebrate the fertility of the earth.
🌿 Planting seeds or starting a garden to welcome the spring.
Remember, the energy of Walpurgis Night is all about renewal, growth, and new beginnings. Embrace the energy of the season and allow yourself to let go of the old and welcome the new.
If you're celebrating Walpurgis Night this year, be sure to share with the Sappy Witch Coven by submitting your post to connect with other witches and pagans around the world 🥰
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danskjavlarna · 5 months
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Here's my gallery of unusual imagery from vintage college yearbooks.
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ancientorigins · 1 year
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Beltane, an ancient Gaelic festival, celebrates summer and renewal through wild pagan traditions. From dancing around the Maypole to appeasing fairies, it offers a fascinating glimpse into a world full of magic and wonder.
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Starcatcher is visiting the Garden House to meet the fairies and also enjoy the lovely plants.
In Buckland Monachorum, in Devon, England.
This is photo 242 of 365.
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vintage-sweden · 10 months
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Midsummer celebration, 1940s, Sweden.
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archerinventive · 2 years
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Loreamours Medieval Gardening Social
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the Medieval Gardening  Social this past weekend, and an extra thank you to all who donated to the Bee  Conservancy. :)
With weather that seemed gifted from the party gods themselves, paired with the wonderful attendants, and the uplifting atmosphere we couldn't have asked for a better soft opening for Loreamour.
Thank you as well to all who attended for your wonderful comments, and insight which is so greatly appreciated as we continue to fine-tune and polish this gem.
There will always be room to grow and evolve, and we couldn't be more excited. Especially knowing we have such a wonderful support network by our side.
We also can't talk about this event, without remarking on the incredible setup and tear-down crew that made this event possible.  THANK YOU SO, SO  MUCH for all your help. You're all truly amazing and we love you. ❤️
With one Loreamour event down and many to come, thank you all for joining us on this adventure as we continue to build this kingdom for the community.
Wishing you a wonderful day and a magical rest of your week.
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