Hail the Unconquered Sun!

Actually here in Georgia it’s a bit rainy and drizzly. There wasn’t so much of a sunrise as a lighter shade of grey that dawned. But it’s the spirit that counts, right?

Cara Schulz has an interesting idea regarding Solstice omens I’m giving a whirl, and adding my own kick to it. Makes sense to use some of the old traditions of my ancestors on this day rather than on New Year’s Day, which is really just an arbitrary calendar date. My ancestors believed whatever you do on the first day of the year will set the tone for the rest of the year. So you can be certain I’ll be calling friends to say hello, looking spiffy and engaging in activities that I want to shape the year to come.

New World Witchery covered some New Year customs on their podcast last year, and I was thinking about traditional foods this morning. While black-eyed peas, collard greens and hog jowls might have symbolized prosperity to my grandmother, I think I’m going to update that custom and treat myself to Starbucks today.

Already my day has started out great. I woke with a smile and I’m feelin’ fine. I think it’s going to be a fantastic year!

May the blessings of the returning light give you and yours all you desire in the coming year!