Spring, the Introduction

Well, part of it, anyway. I'm not good at this, so I need feedback, constructive criticism, what have you.

Spring is a time of new beginnings. We stand facing East, the direction of the rising sun. Our eyes shine with hope and the promise of things to come. The earth is awakening. Early spring flowers push their way through the cold ground and turn their purple and yellow faces to the light. We are ready to emerge from our warm nests and regain our strength by eating warming foods and fresh new vegetables.

Spring is when we start planning our gardens and starting seeds indoors. Bless your seeds with what you wish to grow and nurture during the coming year, into the harvest.

Fresh asparagus, eggs, milk, goat cheese and seeds are appropriate foods for this season and the sabbat of Imbolc, as are fiery foods such as curries spiced with garlic, ginger and chiles. Decorate your table with crocuses and daffodils and purple, yellow and white candles. Honor gods of fertility and creativity and nurture your own creativity

At Beltane, the Maiden dances around the May Pole, gleefully combining masculine and feminine energies. Carry this passion into the kitchen with more dairy, more spice, oats and maybe even a glass of May Wine. Light candles of pink and green to celebrate love and fertility.