Where did Ground Hog’s Day come from? Perhaps this traditional Scottish poem can offer a clue:
“As the light grows longer
The cold grows stronger
If Candlemas be fair and bright
Winter will have another flight
If Candlemas be cloud and snow
Winter will quickly go
A farmer should on Candlemas day
Have half his corn and half his hay
On Candlemas day if thorns hang a drop
You can be sure of a good pea crop”
Candlemas, a Christian celebration evolved from the ancient Celtic celebration known as Imbolc, which loosely translates into English as “In the belly”. It is the time where the first stirrings of new life start happening from deep within the Earth, in response to the growing, lightening days. What do you wish to manifest this year? Try this meditation in February to get the manifestation process started: Continue reading
