The 11th Night of Yule is a liminal threshold — a place between waking and dreaming, past and future. The veil is thin here, not only between worlds, but between what has been and what may yet come. This night belongs to Mari Lwyd, to prophecy, to symbols, and to the deep wisdom that speaks … Continue reading The 11th Night of Yule : Mari Lwyd, Divining the New Year, and Walking the Dreamworld
The tenth day of Yule falls under the ancient and joyful influence of Saturnalia, a festival once celebrated across Rome and later woven into many Northern European winter traditions. This is a day of reversal, release, and remembrance—when rigid structures soften, laughter replaces labor, and humans remember their place within the living world. At its … Continue reading The Tenth Day of Yule: Saturnalia, When the Animals Speak, and Reconnecting with Nature
The fourth night of Yule is known as The Feast of the Dead, a sacred evening set aside to honor those who came before us. As the long darkness deepens and winter holds the land in stillness, the veil between worlds is believed to be thin. This is a night of remembrance, gratitude, and quiet … Continue reading The Fourth Night of Yule: The Feast of the Dead
The Second Night of Yule marks the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year and the sacred turning point of the season. On this night, darkness reaches its deepest stillness—and from that stillness, the light is reborn. From this moment forward, each day grows a little brighter, a quiet promise carried on the cold … Continue reading The Second Night of Yule: The Winter Solstice
Few desserts capture the feeling of home quite like a cobbler. With its bubbling fruit filling and rustic biscuit or pastry topping, the cobbler is a symbol of American comfort food—but its history stretches much farther back, shaped by necessity, resourcefulness, and regional tradition. Origins: A Dessert Born of Adaptation Cobblers trace their earliest roots … Continue reading Cobblers: A Warm Slice of History and Comfort
Old-fashioned Halloween candy evokes a wave of nostalgia, taking people back to a time when trick-or-treating meant the thrill of finding oddball sweets and enduring favorites in a bulging pillowcase. Today, these candies remind us not only of childhood but also of the simpler joys and rituals of Halloweens past. Childhood Memories in Every Wrapper … Continue reading Nostalgic Halloween Candy
When the air turns crisp and the leaves start to fall, there’s nothing quite like a pot of soup simmering on the stove. The aroma fills your home with comfort, and each spoonful feels like a cozy hug. Fall is the perfect time to celebrate seasonal ingredients — think pumpkin, apples, sweet potatoes, and earthy … Continue reading 🍂 Three Fall Soups to Warm the Soul
When autumn arrives, the kitchen transforms. The scent of leaves turning, crisp air, and cozy sweaters make it the perfect time to bake loaves that echo the season’s warmth and spice. In this article, we’ll explore why fall is such an ideal time for baking bread, what flavor profiles tend to thrive, and then I’ll … Continue reading Fall Breads to Savor the Season
When the air turns crisp, the leaves start to fall, and sweaters make their seasonal comeback, there’s nothing more comforting than the aroma of a freshly baked pie wafting through the kitchen. Fall baking isn’t just about desserts—it’s about tradition, creativity, and bringing people together over a warm slice of something sweet. At Not Your … Continue reading 🍂 Fall-Inspired Pies to Warm Your Soul
As the crisp air rolls in and the leaves turn brilliant shades of amber and gold, fall invites us to slow down and savor the cozy comforts of the season. And what better way to celebrate autumn’s flavors than with a cheesecake inspired by the harvest? From spiced apples to pumpkin and maple, fall’s bounty … Continue reading Sweet Comforts for the Season: Fall-Inspired Cheesecakes
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