Although winter is still with us, we sense the subtle renewing of life at the edge of our senses, visible in the growing light and the first greening shoots. Like a seed germinating in the dark soil, we, too, feel the bright spark of life that burns within us. Its call will soon drive us from the warmth and safety of the dark to the ever-quickening call of the light. For now, we must sit at Brigid’s hearth, dreaming and drawing nourishment and comfort from it until the lighter, warmer days. At Imbolc we honour those dreams and the inner fire that will create the world anew — we, too, shall soon become the spring.
~ Maria Ede-Weaving
(The Essential Book of Druidry: Connect with the Spirit of Nature)
Oh Beauty
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Love this. ♥
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Yes … winter still may be here, but there are signs of spring is on the way.
And spring is coming sooner here than it does in New England. We have daffodils about to bloom in the woods behind our house!
I’m not a Druid but I’ve been thinking about St. Brigid this week. I like the imagery of sitting by her hearth, waiting to become Spring. Beautiful photo with beautiful thoughts.
I’m not a Druid either but I love marking the eight festivals on the wheel of the year. When we were in Ireland we bought a St. Brigid’s Cross made of woven rushes. It’s nice to know you’ve been thinking about her, too.
Happy Imbolc!
Imbolc blessings to you, my friend! ❄️🌷
Oh, how lovely!
Thank you, Donna!
I’m sure looking forward to Spring … but it will be months before winter loosens its icy grip here!
Me, too, Debbie, although there was no icy grip to loosen down here, just raw and chilly, wet days! 🌧️
With the return of sunshine this weekend, I’m sure that is worthy of a mini celebration and a chance to look up toward the Heavens and let it shine on our respective faces.
May you enjoy your little celebration of sunshine this weekend, Linda! We need all the light we can find to be grateful for. 🌤️
Yes, I am looking forward to it Barbara. It was so gray, cold and windy this morning when I went out.
May your spring come early, Linda, and linger around for a long time! 🌷
Oh how beautiful, spring is peeking through the icy ground at you. <3
Thank you, Joanne. Spring is arriving much earlier down south here! 💕