Handfastings and Weddings

12/26/2018

"The winter solstice played a very important role in pre-Christian cultures throughout Europe, especially in Scandinavia, where winter makes the days short and the nights very long."

Many pre-industrial cultures marked and celebrated the winter and summer solstices (as well as the autumnal and spring equinoxes). This was done both as a

12/24/2018

Happy yule! May the sun's blessings be upon you.

12/21/2018

"The Winter Solstice is the time of ending and beginning, a powerful time -- a time to contemplate your immortality. A time to forgive, to be forgiven, and to make a fresh start. A time to awaken." - Frederick Lenz

12/19/2018

Did you know that Yule is considered the best sabbat?

While there is no "best sabbat" I like to think I make a pretty good argument for Yule. It's a sabbat I can celebrate with my family, my ancestors, my coven, and its customs and traditions and stretch all the way back to pagan antiquity. No other sabbat quite has its pedigree.

12/18/2018

“If I had a flower for every time thought of you… I could walk through my garden forever.” – Alfred Tennyson

12/14/2018

"Planning a memorable and bold same-s*x wedding ceremony is fun and easy when you put you and your partner at the forefront of your decisions."

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12/12/2018

Which of these cake trends it your favorite.

Get on board with these cake trends if you're getting married in 2019!

12/10/2018

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12/08/2018

Handfasting is the eternal joining of two people in love...

12/05/2018

"Pagan spirituality takes influence from ancient religions and cultures, often with a modern twist. Couples can incorporate some popular rituals, such as handfastings, into their nuptials."

There is often a misunderstanding about what Pagan, Wiccan, and nature- based ceremonies are all about. Occasionally I have requests to include Pagan

12/03/2018

"Being someone's first love may be great, but to be their last is beyond perfect."

11/30/2018

"For you see, each day I love you more. Today more than yesterday and less than tomorrow." - Rosemonde Gerard