Persephone: A Goddess for Spring
Today is the Spring Equinox, and it’s a time to reflect on the changing seasons, and the hope that Spring brings to all of us, including Persephone.
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The Happiest St. Patrick
Today is St. Patrick’s Day, in honor of the happiest Irish saint known for his great compassion, great humility, and great love.
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Leprechauns or Fairies?
The legend of Leprechauns is more complicated than most people know. Are they of the fairy world? Or of the real world? It’s impossible to know, but it is possible to catch one, if you have the right kind of Leprechaun Candy.
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Irish Myths: The Children of Lir
I love Irish mythology, and today I’m retelling one of my favorite tales about the Children of Lir. It’s sad, but it’s also a beautiful story of love and loyalty.
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A Mask for Mardi Gras
Happy Mardi Gras! While we’re all eating pancakes today, or King Cake, here’s a short history of the most iconic part of this day… the Venetian Mask.
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A Valentine From Chaucer
Saint Valentine was his own man who ended up with a worldwide holiday devoted to his teachings. But he had help from a 14th century poet who believed deeply in the idea of courtly love.
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A History of Candlemas & Groundhogs
Today is Candlemas, a day to celebrate the coming of Spring with groundhogs, candles, and gingerbread scones.
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A Heroine Named Brigid
Tonight begins the Feast Day for St. Brigid, one of the patron saints of Ireland. Her story is one of courage and determination because she defied the kings and laws of her day.
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The Snow Maiden: A Winter Fairytale
We’re in the darkest days of winter, so it’s time for a fairytale that captures the essence of this happy/sad season–a story known as The Snow Maiden.
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A New Year of Old Traditions
Since we’re already well into the month of January, I thought I’d share some of my late New Year’s Day traditions that I never do on time.
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An Epiphany for All
Today is the Epiphany, the last of the 12 Days of Christmas. To celebrate, here’s a brief history of the day’s meaning and a Galette de Roi cake recipe that is worthy of a king–or three!
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The Merry Christmas Gentlemen
Did you know that the famous Christmas Carol “God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen” once an an alternative meaning? Everything changed due to a simple grammatical mistake.
