Ostara Altar
As the blossoms unfurl and avians serenade during the vernal equinox, it is time to prepare your altar for Ostara! Ostara (pronounced Oh-star-ah), a term derived from the Germanic deity Eostre, heralds a season of rejuvenation and revival. Similar to Mabon, which commemorates prosperity and equilibrium, Ostara announces the arrival of spring's dynamic energies. Occurring between September 20-23, with its precise date this year being September 22 in the Southern Hemisphere, and March 20-23 in the Northern Hemisphere, Ostara represents a moment when illumination and obscurity possess equal significance. This equinox encourages us to appreciate the Earth's abundance and celebrate the emergence of new life. The essence of Ostara centres around the ideals of renewal, fertility, and the harmonious interplay between light and dark. As we observe the Earth stirring from its slumber, we seize the opportunity to infuse our spirits with the vitality and delight of the awakening se...