Sunday Poetry

A Night-Rain in Summer by James Henry Leigh Hunt Open the window, and let the air Freshly blow upon face and hair, And fill the room, as it fills the night, With the breath of the rain’s sweet might. Hark! the burthen, swift and prone! And how the odorous limes are blown! Stormy Love’s abroad, … Read more

Blessings of Litha! Happy Solstice!

Amazing Grace, how sweet the Earth That birthed a Witch like me. I once was burned, now I survive Was hanged, but now I’m free. T’was grace that drew down the Moon And grace that raised the sea, The magic of our people’s will Will set our Mother free. Rejoice! Rejoice! Blessings of Litha! Happy … Read more

A Warrior Has No Safety Net

Found on the incomparable Joanna Macy’s website.  Blessings! A Warrior Has No Safety Net by  Kirstin George I walk on the precarious edge of the new and the old, wanting to shed the locks and lies of a mechanical world, eager to dive into the smooth cool water of abundant life. ********* I am young, … Read more

Celebrating the Green Man (plus an Off-Topic Editorial Aside)

Today, as is my habit on the weekends, I step back and offer inspiration from other writers, adepts and visionaries.  I am delighted to share the words of the divine Caitlín Matthews for this magical day. But to go slightly off-topic before we start, I have an admission to make, since I have done it … Read more