All Hallow's eve
Day of the Dead
Samhain
The wheel of the year has turned and perished. The sun falters now, fades fast, hibernating to gather energy for its rebirth.
Fresh produce makes way for comfort foods. Winter vegetables, dried foods, breads and cheeses are traditional on this day. Set aside a portion for the dead, your ancestors. Honour them for they are your substance. Their bodies nourish the earth which provides your sustenance today, their souls nurtured the souls of those who nurtured you. You are because of the dead before you. Never forget that.
Be at peace with the circular nature of time. Birth and death are equally parts of this existance and you should fear neither. All things change, but as the trees drop their leaves and the earth becomes hard and unforgiving, look forward and know that this is but another transition. In the dark days ahead, remember that spring will come and that all things are cyclical. Embrace the cold and remain aware of the spectre of death while living despite it.
Namaste
Blessed Be
Shalom
Peace
Whatever word it is you will use, I turn it back to you today.
4 comments:
you could at least link your first blog?
i liked your samhain post...
blessings of the universe be upon thee and thine this day.
okok, I'll stick it in a link.
It's a jumbled mess though, I warn you.
also: (and this'll apply to you too, Hubris) There's a bit of it in the last year that's under locks that you can only access if you have an LJ account and are "friended" by me
md: good to know :)
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