May Day, or Beltane, is the halfway point between the Spring equinox and the Summer solstice. It marked the beginning of summer for the ancient Celts. It was a day for dance and song to honor the sown fields beginning to sprout.
May Day when I was a child was celebrated by picking flowers and putting them in pretty hand made baskets. Then these baskets were delivered to neighbors by knocking on doors and running away . . . laughing.
To celebrate the second cross quarter day of 2021 and May Day, rather than delivering baskets of flowers, I am sending pictures taken on our morning walk with Shasta.
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Live Coastal Oak (Quercus agrifolia) |
As the seasons turn may we all enjoy a heartful
