Beltane is upon us and here we are… quarantined.
Sadly, we have decided to forgo the Maypole this year. We just felt like it would be too sad to see it with just the few ribbons of those who live here, rather than full of the beautiful ribbons of past years.
Next year we can throw a huge party and really put that pole in the hole. Deep. And wrap it tight. (And giggle like idiots.)
This year, in compliance with my stay at home orders, we are celebrating quietly at home. As an essential worker, I am still required to work during the day, but we are able to celebrate in the evening.
Check out… Greenhaven: A Pagan Tradition
This website has many great Beltane rituals. I found the cute Looney Toons related ritual to do with my kids. You could adapt them for you. We adapted the Looney Toons for our kids and added some Disney. If you do have little witchlings, I also highly recommend Pooka Pages. It is a publication for Pagan children. Included in the publication is a great recipe for short cake that we are making this week.
We are doing a bit of baking this holiday. More than usual. Banana Bread was made last night. (Phallic shaped fruits!!) (Zucchini bread would be good too.) We made honey custard and strawberries. Lemon Ricotta cheesecake to up too. Roast with garlic and rosemary. New potatoes. Asparagus. I am also making soap. It seemed appropriate.
Life could be worse. It is for many. We know this.
May the fertility of newfound growth fill your lives with opportunity to laugh, love and grow.
So mote it be.
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