Book of Eucalypt

winter solstice

  • Kings of Oak and Holly on Contract

    It all began with an image a friend shared on Facebook. I love the story of the Kings of Oak and Holly, of them battling for control of each half of the year. But this image got me thinking: does… Continue reading

    Kings of Oak and Holly on Contract

  • The Longest Night

    Yule, or the Winter Solstice, this year astrologically falls at 8.34am EST on Tuesday 21st June. While I would absolutely love to take tomorrow off so I can celebrate at that exact moment in time, I began a new job… Continue reading

    The Longest Night

  • Celebrating Midwinter

    We wait in the dark for the light to appear, Mother, give birth to our brother the Sun. We wait in the dark for the light to appear, Mother, give birth to our brother the Sun! We wait. We watch.… Continue reading

  • Pagan Holidays in a Muggle Environment

    There’s a handful of us who are able to incorporate our faith into our work – through our own business, or working in the field, or whatever our heart so chooses. When it comes to celebrating the holidays – whether… Continue reading

  • On Midwinter’s Day

    Blessed Yule / Midwinter / Alban Arthan / Solstice! I mentioned this in a comment reply to yesterday’s post, but watching the sun set tonight on the train, my spirits instantly felt brighter. After being cloaked in darkness and madness… Continue reading