I have moved on from little gnomes made from fir cones to witches full of character and mischief!
Warm greetings for a very stirring, magical and mischief-filled Calan Gaeaf! (Better known by some as Samhain or Hallowe’en.)
For those of us who follow the seasonal celebrations around the wheel of the year, this is the last day of the old year, a fitting culmination to all the growing and harvesting of the light months before we plunge into the dark, cold days of winter and a precious time of introspection, rejuvenation and renewal.
As we move from one season to another, we pass through this special liminal few hours when various levels of life and existence temporarily collide and the normal status quo is disturbed. This gives us great opportunities to breath and expand in ways not normally open to us – to connect with layers of life not normally possible for us… to let go and enter into temporary chaos where everything is shaken (definitely NOT stirred!) and we can shed our old perceptions, actions and goals to re-emerge from Ceridwen’s metaphorical cauldron reborn and ready to begin planning our next sparkling cycle of seasons for the coming year.
However, this year is a pivotal time in our existence – not just on a personal level but in a global context. As you pass through the thinning veils tonight, bear in mind that, intentionally or accidentally, you are currently determining all our futures – so make it a good ‘un! Look deep within, plan carefully, and celebrate joyfully.
Have fun!
My love and blessings to you all at this very special time!
