Christine Dorman
The Complicated Celtic Elder in Folklore and Modern Medicine
The Druids said the elder tree had a bad-tempered spirit, hostile to children. Still, Celtic folklore associates the tree with protection.
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Christine Dorman
- Dec 3, 2021
- 4 min
Scotland’s Ancient Sites: Skara Brae and Maeshowe
On the Orkney Islands in Scotland are structures built over 5000 years ago, including the Skara Brae houses which have indoor plumbing!
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Christine Dorman
- Nov 26, 2021
- 5 min
Add Celtic Magic to Your Thanksgiving Meal
Discover the magic Celtic folklore says lay hidden in the seasonings typically used for the American Thanksgiving meal.
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Christine Dorman
- Nov 19, 2021
- 6 min
The Other Celtic Nations
Ireland, Scotland, and Wales are famous Celtic lands but this week’s post explores their lesser-known cousins, the other Celtic Nations.
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Christine Dorman
- Nov 12, 2021
- 5 min
Winter Herbs and Celtic Magic
Bring a little greenery and some Celtic magic into your house this winter with an herb garden.
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Christine Dorman
- Nov 5, 2021
- 7 min
The Piper and the Puca: A Reimagined Irish Folktale
A shapeshifting, mischievous faerie, the Celtic Puca sometimes helps those humans he likes.
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Christine Dorman
- Oct 29, 2021
- 6 min
Halloween and Samhain: Just What Are They Anyway?
“What are we celebrating on Halloween anyway?” Explore the themes and customs of Halloween and its Celtic ancestor, Samhain, for an answer.
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Christine Dorman
- Oct 15, 2021
- 5 min
10 Scary Celtic Characters for Halloween
Called by the cry of the banshee, the Dullahan arrives in the Death Coach. Read on to discover more scary Celtic characters for Halloween.
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Christine Dorman
- Oct 8, 2021
- 5 min
Food and Decorations for a Very Celtic Halloween
Here are Halloween food and decorating ideas to help you get into the Celtic spirit of the holiday.
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Christine Dorman
- Oct 1, 2021
- 7 min
Tryphine and the Celtic Bluebeard
This Celtic legend, with a sinister prince, ghostly help, and a decapitated body reaching for its head is perfect for spooky October.
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Christine Dorman
- Sep 24, 2021
- 4 min
Celtic Tree Signs: The Resilient Birch
Those born under the Celtic Tree Sign of the Birch (Dec. 24-Jan.20) are strong and resilient, but they have a soft side too.
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Christine Dorman
- Sep 17, 2021
- 7 min
The Autumnal Equinox: Light, Darkness, and Celtic Balance
At the equinox, the hours of day & night are about equal, but Celtic tradition teaches balance (and magic) are in the in-between: twilight.
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Christine Dorman
- Sep 10, 2021
- 7 min
Celtic Tree Symbolism
Celtic culture sees signs in all aspects of nature and finds powerful symbolism in trees.
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Christine Dorman
- Sep 3, 2021
- 5 min
The Banshee and the Blarney Stone
Stories about Cliodhna, the banshee who enchanted the Blarney Stone, show they aren’t old hag monsters. But they are faeries, so use care!
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Christine Dorman
- Aug 27, 2021
- 6 min
Seven Mystical, Mysterious Spots in Wales
Wales is filled with mystical sites that have stories to enhance their mystery. Here are the stories behind seven of them.
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Christine Dorman
- Aug 21, 2021
- 5 min
The Irish Otherworld, Oisin, and the Pig-Faced Princess
The Celtic Otherworld is mysterious and alluring but, as Oisin discovered, a trip there and back can be hazardous to a human's health.
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Christine Dorman
- Aug 13, 2021
- 5 min
The Inside Scoop on Celtic Faeries
Butterfly wings and magic wands? Forget the stereotypes! Get the skinny on what Celtic folklore says faeries are really like.
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Christine Dorman
- Aug 6, 2021
- 5 min
Never Upset a Celtic Goddess: Ceridwen and Morrigan
It’s never wise to anger a Celtic goddess. Stories about Ceridwen and Morrigan demonstrate the consequences.
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Christine Dorman
- Jul 30, 2021
- 5 min
Celtic Spirituality: the Sacredness of Creation
Celtic spirituality teaches that all things have a spark of the Divine in them. All is sacred and all can lead to an experience of God.
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Christine Dorman
- Jul 23, 2021
- 5 min
Summer Love: Celtic Romance and Marriage
Looking for summer love? Celtic folklore offers a few ways to attract it.
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