There are no official holidays in the month of August, yet there are a number of non traditional and fun celebrations. Did you know Aug. 9 is Book Lovers Day, or how about National Smores Day on Aug.10.
Also known as Lughassadh or Lughnasad (pronounced lew-na-sah), Lammas is still celebrated today among modern Pagans, falls between the Summer Solstice (Litha, June 21st) and the Fall Equinox (Mabon, September 21st). To early Celtic people this was the first harvest of the season for wheat, barley, corn, and other produce. the most important activity of Lammas was cutting the first sheaves of wheat and grain early in the morning. By nightfall, the first loaves of bread were ready for the communal feast.With people returning from the fields and long hours of labor, they saw this as a season of fellowship and renewing contacts,and contracts. This included marriage proposals, servant hiring/firing, trade, and other forms of business. They shared meals and presented gifts to each other as an act of genuine sincerity and contractual agreement. Sharing meals, dancing, games of skill were enjoyed and one meaningful tradition was crafting corn husk dolls to honor the spirit of the grain and ensure a bountiful harvest. They are still a part of Lammas celebrations today,as is baking bread. What will you do to celebrate the first Harvest? DM me a photo and description and you may win a prize.( CONTEST ENDS 8/30)
Over dosing on leisure time leaves you longing for purposeful goals…let go of what has become an energy drainer focus on the real deal.
It's time to balance it all…work, romance.hobbies…a month of possibilities if you can fit it in.
A month of personal and spiritual growth …the Solar eclipse brings a powerful new energy your way esp. in health and wellness.
Streamlining work and home life pays off greatly in then near future…not to mention your health..simplify and delegate duties.
Think of this month as a bridge between summer fun and social activities to reorganizing and long term planning…get back to journaling.
Lots of recognition for jobs well done certainly is a confidence booster..its time now to speak your truth.
You continue to impress higher ups in the career realm…just be sure not to get pulled into office drama or any drama for that matter…some owed money will soon find you.
Old chapters are closing as new doors open….the problem is with so many options how do you choos….carefully, that’s how.
Finances are healthy and you can breathe a sigh of relief…family matters on the other hand, require calm yet honest communication and patience. Solo time outdoors is good medicine.
Re-evaluate past patterns regarding relationships …what lessons have you ignored…its time to upgrade..and not settle for less than you deserve.
Plan to step out of your comfort zone, plan a trip even a brief one…seek out new friends…new experences are life changing and joyful.
Reconnect with old friends for some new adventures….hard work is rewarded and long term plans supported.