What is Imbolc?In the Celtic Isles the time half way between the winter solstice and spring equinox celebrated the end of winter and the impending light half of the year. Literally translated, it means "ewe's milk." For pastoral peoples this was the time of year when the ewes' lactating promised new life. As they began to notice the days growing longer, Imbolc was said to be the time when seeds quickened beneath the soil. Spring would indeed come again. |
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During our time together on the eve of Imbolc, we will align with the natural world's invitation
to notice and nurture what is beginning to take root metaphorically in our own bellies,
preparing to be birthed with the springtime to come.
to notice and nurture what is beginning to take root metaphorically in our own bellies,
preparing to be birthed with the springtime to come.
What better time to source our own wisdom as we connect with the natural world,
and seal our intentions with the transformative power of fire.
What better time to source our own wisdom as we connect with the natural world,
and seal our intentions with the transformative power of fire.
Celtic ancestors honored the goddess Brighid at this time -
keeper of the sacred flame and guardian of home and hearth.
Traditionally people cleaned their homes and stables at Imbolc,
sweeping away dried holiday greenery.
They beautified the freshened space with forced flowers
and the scent of hearty winter stews and beeswax candles,
the light reminding them of the promise of light to come.
keeper of the sacred flame and guardian of home and hearth.
Traditionally people cleaned their homes and stables at Imbolc,
sweeping away dried holiday greenery.
They beautified the freshened space with forced flowers
and the scent of hearty winter stews and beeswax candles,
the light reminding them of the promise of light to come.
In preparation for next Sunday's Imbolc observance, you might ask yourself:
What has lost its inspiration in your home and life?
What has lost its inspiration in your home and life?
What is ready to be swept away
to make room for
all that wants to come?
Think practically... and more deeply.
Then join me Sunday, January 31st to find support to align with:
Then join me Sunday, January 31st to find support to align with:
What wants to be birthed through you.
IS IT TIME FOR YOU TO
...tune in more deeply to nature's wisdom,
deeper than you may ever have before?
...align with her cycles
and an intimacy with your own deeper knowing?
...sharpen your intuition for the messages and mystery
found in the land, in the rocks and trees, and the winter sky?
deeper than you may ever have before?
...align with her cycles
and an intimacy with your own deeper knowing?
...sharpen your intuition for the messages and mystery
found in the land, in the rocks and trees, and the winter sky?
What You Can Expect
What You Can Expect
On the afternoon and early evening of Sunday, January 31st
I invite you to join me to celebrate.
I invite you to join me to celebrate.
Your Invitation
We are inextricably a part of the natural world around us.
We are fed by its life blood.
Schooled by its power and resilience.
As the Natural world around us invites,
let this time give you wisdom to hold contrast,
the light and the dark,
trusting its feminine mysteries to expand our own.
Join me to listen for Nature's messages.
Allow yourself to relax into her sweet holding.
You will regain a centered sense of who you are
without all the trappings and superficiality our culture so values
Join us to remember who you truly are!
We are fed by its life blood.
Schooled by its power and resilience.
As the Natural world around us invites,
let this time give you wisdom to hold contrast,
the light and the dark,
trusting its feminine mysteries to expand our own.
Join me to listen for Nature's messages.
Allow yourself to relax into her sweet holding.
You will regain a centered sense of who you are
without all the trappings and superficiality our culture so values
Join us to remember who you truly are!
This event is donation-based. I invite you to pay what you are comfortable with.
Gathering in the Time of COVID
In this time of increased precaution,
anyone local to Western Massachusetts and joining me in person for the afternoon event
will safely gather outside with 6' social distancing to commune and connect.
I will look to each woman who attends to do what is right for her to maintain safety.
Guidelines:
Attendance will be limited to 8 women at 6' distance.
We will be outdoors for much of the afternoon
in order to maintain proper social distancing protocols.
Masks are required outside as you feel the need and when inside, at all times.
A bathroom will be available and hand sanitizer will be provided.
Please bring your mask, something to sit upon, a water bottle,
a packed tea or supper, and layers to keep you warm.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to share them with me!
anyone local to Western Massachusetts and joining me in person for the afternoon event
will safely gather outside with 6' social distancing to commune and connect.
I will look to each woman who attends to do what is right for her to maintain safety.
Guidelines:
Attendance will be limited to 8 women at 6' distance.
We will be outdoors for much of the afternoon
in order to maintain proper social distancing protocols.
Masks are required outside as you feel the need and when inside, at all times.
A bathroom will be available and hand sanitizer will be provided.
Please bring your mask, something to sit upon, a water bottle,
a packed tea or supper, and layers to keep you warm.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to share them with me!
Can't join me in person? Join me online!
Virtual Imbolc Celebration
Sunday, January 31
8-9PM
During our time together, I will share the significance of Imbolc
and how to harness the natural power of this time to set the tone for the spring to come.
Bring a candle and a journal.
Enjoy prompts for individual practice,
a ceremony to ignite what's to come,
and a sharing of intentions with others.
Join me for this time of intention-setting for all that's awaiting our wisdom, joy, and creativity.
and how to harness the natural power of this time to set the tone for the spring to come.
Bring a candle and a journal.
Enjoy prompts for individual practice,
a ceremony to ignite what's to come,
and a sharing of intentions with others.
Join me for this time of intention-setting for all that's awaiting our wisdom, joy, and creativity.