As in Bridie, Brigid, Brigit etc. Groundhogs day is also her feast day, one which shares co-billing with Imbolc and Candlemas. Pre-Christian and Christian myth blends with folks tradition as people draw close to each other during the deep cold of winter. Imbolc was one of those watershed seasons when the freshening animals gave people -who may have come to the end of their winter stores- a new food source in milk. It is now a holiday celebrating community, art and craft. I used the story of this old holiday this morning at work, so its on my mind. In honor of the day, I wove a Brigid's cross for the front door. Protection and peace for all who cross the threshold. Hunker down as winter continues and welcome Bride.
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