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Facing the Darkest Day with Celtic Hope
The darkest day is coming. Winter solstice 2025, December 21st, will be the shortest day of the year with the fewest hours of daylight. Find out what Celtic folklore and spirituality can teach us about facing life’s darkest days with hope.

Christine Dorman
6 hours ago2 min read


Halloween: Is It Celtic? Pagan? Christian? Yes!
On Halloween, what are we celebrating and should we celebrate this holiday at all? Here are the pagan—and Christian—origins of Halloween as well as its themes and symbolism so you can decide for yourself.

Christine Dorman
Oct 288 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


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


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


Seasoning Your American Thanksgiving with Celtic Hospitality
Ah, Thanksgiving! Good food, family, and often, friction. Applying the mindset of Celtic hospitality might help the day go more smoothly.

Christine Dorman
Nov 18, 20227 min read
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