For those who may not know, today is the winter solstice. The longest day of the year. It is when then sun is furtherest from us on the Northern hemisphere.. . This day has been celebrated for 10's of thousands of years, for after today begins the new cycle and when the sun begins it journey back to nurture us. To ancient pagans this day was called Yule so..
This is my little gift to to everyone on Fubar in the true spirit of The solstice.
I wish everyone a very happy Yuletide - Holidays!!!
Yula
(Old Norse for wheel of the year. Origin of Yule)
As the wheel of this year grinds to its end.
In these darkest days, we bond with our kin.
Friends & all gather to feast,
And offer gifts in this time peace.
To brighten cheeks & warm our hearts,
Strengthening the union of thy hearth.
Lighting the Yule log of ash with ashes,
Of yesteryears flame, as it flickers & flashes.
For twelve hours with luck, it will burn.
An ignite & alight on the very first turn.
Bless'ed, Evergreen, Holly, & Mistletoe,
In the dead winter, flora still lives & grows.
Lovers may kiss under a sprig,
Then share of cakes made from the fig,
& as the essence of life & fertility lay low.
We will deck the trees to make them glow,
With tinsel, balls, & with candles.
Warm flames cast shadows across our mantels.
By Waes Hael, we will drink to be whole,
Letting the spirits intoxicate our souls.
Then,
With gift toys & corn dollies, we will sing.
& Divine the harvest of the coming Spring.
And as the day has ended & is done,
The Sun God has arrived & the king has come.
Mother goddess gives birth to her son & grins,
Then sets the wheel into motion again.
By Marq Hall 05
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(these are all ancient traditions that will still practice today, like decorating trees in the dead of winter to honor the miracle of life in these harsh conditions.) Share an bond with all that you hold dear... for this is the time to show you care.. & for new beginning. HAPPY HOLIDAYS)
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