Nature, Earth and Trees
Once in a Blue Moon
There have been facts and fiction written, and shared through oral traditions, about Blue Moons. Today, our definition is scientific (albeit, based on writer error) based on our ever-increasing knowledge about the universe where we live. According to David Wilton’s fabulous Word Origins website, the phrase Blue Moon probably started with an anonymous poem from…
Read MoreAnnual Summer Solstice Fair in Long Beach
It’s right around the corner…the annual Summer Solstice Fair in Long Beach, CA! The Orange County Local Council of Covenant of the Goddess will have a front row seat to enjoy this fantastic event which is hosted by the Long Beach WomenSpirit and Temple of Isis Los Angeles. There will be food and drink along…
Read MoreA Celebration of Earth this Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and millions around the world will gather with family to celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 10th. Mother’s Day has been celebrated for over 100 years. The idea sprang from political activism and regard for service to country. In the 1850s a women’s organizer, Ann Reeves Jarvis, held…
Read More‘10,000 Pagans Raise Their Voices For Environmental Action’: Help make this a reality – PaganSquare – PaganSquare – Join the conversation!
‘10,000 Pagans Raise Their Voices For Environmental Action’: Help make this a reality – PaganSquare – PaganSquare – Join the conversation!.
Read More5 [Magical] Things to do, in the OC, for Earth Day
by Linnea Kai, OCLC CoG What happened in 1970? Gaylord Nelson, then a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, and Pete McCloskey, a conservation-minded Republican Congressman launched one of the biggest movements in the United States. The first Earth Day occurred April 22nd, 20 million Americans met in parks, auditoriums and streets to demonstrate for a healthy,…
Read MoreWomen in Service to the Earth
When you think of things you can do to help the Earth what comes to mind? What touches the soul from Divine expression through Nature? How do I resonate with nature and the Earth? Where can I connect with others to embrace positive change supporting the Earth? These are the questions that I was invited…
Read MoreLunar eclipse a time for reflection
On April 4, 2015 there will be a total lunar eclipse which will be visible in Southern California. Also referred to as Blood Moon. According to The Witchipedia, A total lunar eclipse occurs when the moon passes completely into the Earth’s shadow (umbra) and is thus should be completely darkened, but due to the way…
Read MoreOstara, Spring Equinox
This year, Spring Equinox, or Ostara, will be March 20th. What are your plans to celebrate this year?
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving
To those here and those serving our country, Happy Thanksgiving!
Read MoreRevival of Interest in Essential Oils like Frankincense (Boswellia)
by OCLC’s Herbal and Essential Oil blogger, Gwenn Essential Oils (EOs) have become an increasingly popular topic in the world of holistic healing. Although their use dates back to antiquity, there is currently a significant revival of interest and research into the global varieties of essential oils (EOs). Historically, ancient Egypt is credited with being the…
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