5 Father’s Day Gifts for the Modern Man Cave
Father’s Day presents a perfect opportunity for a man cave makeover. Dad’s getaway, whether a room or just a cozy nook to himself, is the perfect retreat for letting his masculine flag fly. Although we can respect the mysterious on goings…
Celebrate Samhain
Celebrate Samhain the ancient Celtic Pagan celebration marking the end of the year. The actual day of celebration is November 1st, but in keeping with the ancient practices that followed the lunar calendar, celebrations begin at sunset on October…
Celebrate Mabon
The autumn equinox also known as Mabon is celebrated by many Wiccans and Pagans, though it is considered a lesser sabbat. Mabon is a time when the day and the night are equally divided. It is a time to honor the second harvest and the Green…
Celebrate Ganesha Chaturthi
The birth of Lord Ganesha is celebrated by Hindus worldwide in an 11 day festival know as Ganesha Chaturthi. The festival takes place during the Hindu month of Bhadra. In 2012 the celebration will begin on
September 19 and end on ‘Ananta…
Be an Angel Day
Be an angel day is held annually on August 22. On this day people from all corners of the earth are encouraged to act like angels by lending a hand to those who are in need. Your assistance can be in any form: emotional, physical, or spiritual.…
Celebrate Krishna Day
Hindus around the world will be celebrating Krishna Day also known as Janmashtami this year on August 10, 2012. This date marks the birth of Lord Krishna the much loved Hindu deity. He is believed to be the eighth and most powerful incarnation…
Obon
Obon is a joyous three day festival held in Japan during mid-July to honor ones deceased relatives. It is believed during this sacred time that the spirits of the ancestors return to the earth to visit their families. The festival is based…
Summer Solstice 2012 & Litha
June 20th marks the summer solstice and the beginning of summer. In the Northern Hemisphere this is the day that has the longest hours of daylight. Conversely, it also marks the winter solstice in the Southern Hemisphere, with its seasons running…
Honoring Mothers
Mankind has been honoring mothers since antiquity. In the days of old, only goddesses and mythical female deities were glorified. The ancient Greeks paid tribute to Rhea, mother of many Grecian Gods, while the Egyptians venerated Isis,…