Welcome to the second entry of Better Know a Celt, a series I started with the intention of getting to know the gods and goddesses of my chosen hearth cultures. The Celt for August is, surprise surprise, one Lugh Lámhfhada, Lugh of the Long Arm, Many-Skilled, Craftsman, Artist and Athlete Extraordinaire. I've often described Lugh to non-Celts … Continue reading Better Know a Celt: Lugh Lámhfhada
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Lughnasadh 2012: Tailtiu’s Sacrifice
[This is the first in a short series of essays about my Lughnasadh celebration this year. You can read my unedited ritual outline here.] Following in the grand tradition of me celebrating the High Days nearly a week after the actual date in question, this past Tuesday I finally sat down and observed the … Continue reading Lughnasadh 2012: Tailtiu’s Sacrifice
Lughnasadh 2012 Write-Up
Right after the Midsummer Writeup! Sounds about right. Below is the unedited and un-annotated version of yesterday's ritual. Some of this was copied from another ADF ritual, and at the moment I can't find the original source. Later I'll edit this with proper links and suck. A real, actual post is coming soon. I promise. … Continue reading Lughnasadh 2012 Write-Up
Sage and Starshine 