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Winter Falls

Posted on November 1, 2010 by Mark Zeiger

It’s November 1st, Samhain, the first day of winter according to the Celtic or Natural calendar. After celebrating Halloween in town last night, we can attest to the development of winter. Cold and rainy weather conditions are classic in our … Continue reading →

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Samhain Welcomes Winter

Posted on November 1, 2009 by Mark Zeiger

As I’ve pointed out previously, we follow the ancient Celtic view of when seasons begin and end. By this reckoning, known as the “natural calendar,” today is the first day of winter. In fact, it’s Samhain, the old Celtic New … Continue reading →

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