Happy winter Solstice !

Discussion in 'Celebrations!' started by ned, Dec 21, 2014.

  1. ned

    ned Valued Member

    The Winter Solstice is,for me, a time for optimism, looking forward to lengthening days and the prospect of renewal and growth.

    No coincidence that christian tradition, usurped a traditional pagan time of celebration that gives people hope at the darkest,hardest time of year.

    Also for me , a time to be grateful for what I've got, look back and remember loved ones who are no longer around and resolve to make the most of whatever cards life deals me.

    'Nuff serious stuff-eat,drink and be merry !! :)
     
  2. Hannibal

    Hannibal Cry HAVOC and let slip the Dogs of War!!! Supporter

    Echoing those sentiments!

    Blessed Yule!!!
     
  3. aaradia

    aaradia Choy Li Fut and Yang Tai Chi Chuan Student Moderator Supporter

    Happy Yule!

    When People ask me about what I celebrate, I tell them- same basic holiday - just a different sun king.
     
  4. FunnyBadger

    FunnyBadger I love food :)

    I'm no pagan (I'm not anything realy) but happy winter solstice to everyone any way.

    Happy excuse to get fat and drink lots with a bad jumper on :)
     
  5. Ular Sawa

    Ular Sawa Valued Member

    It was a lovely Solstice day today. Best wishes to all. I look forward to the gradual lengthening of days.

    Cheers & safe travels.
     
  6. slipthejab

    slipthejab Hark, a vagrant! Supporter

    Sure why not! Winter Solstice! Yay!!! :D
     
  7. belltoller

    belltoller OffTopic MonstreOrdinaire Supporter

  8. Dan93

    Dan93 Valued Member

    Late to the party... family life limits my access to MAP sometimes.

    Solistice blessings! Will raise a horn of mead after training later.
     
  9. Van Zandt

    Van Zandt Mr. High Kick

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  10. Bozza Bostik

    Bozza Bostik Antichrist on Button Moon

  11. Langenschwert

    Langenschwert Molon Labe

    Happy Yule!

    Since we're here on a forum discussing things, here's an apt quote from Havamal:

    57.
    Brand kindles from brand until it be burned,
    spark is kindled from spark,
    man unfolds him by speech with man,
    but grows over secret through silence.

    -Mark
     

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