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Celtic Trees for Autumn, Halloween, and Samhain
Which Celtic tree rules during autumn? There’s more than one, and the trees, their characteristics, symbolism, and magical influence may surprise you!

Christine Dorman
Oct 138 min read


Summer Solstice: Mystical or Scientific?
The summer solstice has become associated with neo-paganism and witchcraft, but it's actually a natural, astronomical event. And one that is vital to our continued existence.

Christine Dorman
Jun 204 min read


Thanksgiving Thought
Happy Thanksgiving to all my readers. Here's a brief Celtic spirituality inspired thought about the gifts that surround us.

Christine Dorman
Nov 28, 20241 min read


Thanksgiving Links to Celtic Folklore
What do the North American Thanksgiving holidays have to do with Celtic culture and folklore? Two words: hospitality and magic.

Christine Dorman
Nov 18, 20243 min read


An American Autumn Woven with Celtic Folklore
A Venn Diagram of the things that say “autumn” to an American and their connection to Celtic tradition and folklore.

Christine Dorman
Sep 15, 20248 min read


Another Solstice—Yay! Um, What Exactly is a Solstice Anyway?
The two solstices are not esoteric neo-pagan festivals. They are events of nature that mark two major turning points of our lives each year.

Christine Dorman
Jun 21, 20242 min read


Did You Know Islands, Sweaters, and Lambs = Imbolc?
What do sweaters, lambs, and the Aran Islands have to do with the Celtic festival of Imbolc (or each other)? Read on and find out!

Christine Dorman
Feb 23, 20245 min read


Mystical, Mythic, and Magical Sites in Ireland
If the words mystical, mythic, or magical resonate within your soul, your next vacation needs to be to Ireland.

Christine Dorman
Jan 13, 20247 min read


Thanksgiving Thoughts with a Celtic Twist
A short reflection on Gratitude and Celtic Hospitality.

Christine Dorman
Nov 17, 20232 min read


No More Gore! Return Halloween to Its Celtic Roots
It’s time to return the celebration of Halloween to its Samhain roots and its mystical, magical, hope-based themes.

Christine Dorman
Oct 6, 20237 min read


Celtic Symbolism: Harvest and the Autumnal Equinox
The Autumnal Equinox heralds the harvest season. On the Celtic calendar, it is the twilight of the year, & twilight is where magic happens.

Christine Dorman
Sep 21, 20236 min read


Beltane: The Magical Start to a Celtic Summer
The Celtic festival of Beltane marks the start of summer and the light half of the year. It’s a time of joy, warmth, and abundance.

Christine Dorman
May 5, 20237 min read


Celtic Spirituality: Thin Places
The Caves at Keshcorran are believed to be an entrance to the Otherworld.

Christine Dorman
Oct 18, 20197 min read
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