Now, we tend to think of Bealtaine as a fairly gentle sort of thing these days. A few flowers, maybe a walk, a bit of intention-setting if you’re that way inclined. But that’s not really how it used to be at all. Bealtaine was a threshold, and not an entirely comfortable one either. It marked…
I am often asked for recommendations of places to see and visit while in Ireland, that are a little more spiritual and less touristy. And while personally, I think there are magical places dotted all over the island, as a visitor you may not feel comfortable wandering across farmland or driving down winding country roads…
Imbolc is a very ancient Irish festival which is thought to be around 5000 years old, although its possibly even older. As the arrival of Spring after a long cold winter was, I am sure, something eagerly anticipated. Celebrated on the 2nd of February, Imbolc is one of the four festivals in Ireland associated with…
Ireland has a long history with healing and cures. In fact in times past, in other countries, it was thought that if an Irish person applied a cure it was sure to work, simply due to that Irish connection! I have cures, remedies, recipes, tinctures, healing words and all sorts of everything. Some I use…
Cheers to the Vikings for this wonderful midwinter feast!
A winter tincture to keep you healthy!
Whats happening underground on your winter walks!
The internet is full of recipes for Elderberry Syrup and knowing what a powerhouse this little berry is, it’s no surprise!
The easiest recipe for Hawthorn Ketchup you can find online!
Myself and a fellow gallivanter recently went on a little road trip to uncover the cottage of Biddy Early, and we found it! Plus it was just as magical and atmospheric as you could image. For directions to Biddy Earlys Cottage and images of what we found, scroll down. But first, a little story….. Biddy…
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