Last night I placed a shawl out on our deck chair to collect the energy of Saint Brigid’s Eve. On the eve of her feast day this Irish saint from the fifth century is thought to traverse the Earth to offer her blessings to all who leave a cloth out for her, which is called a Brat Bride. All through the year, the Brat Bride may be used to protect and heal the wearer.
Later on, I will serve special potatoes with cabbage mashed together to draw her healing potential into my form. I share this with you in case you didn’t place a cloth outside, but want to participate in this midwinter celebration also called Imbolc. Simply asking for her protection and healing as you intentionally sup on mashed potatoes will garner her blessing.
Can you take a moment to observe midwinter? Can you celebrate the early signs of spring in your area? Ki to Happiness observes bulbs sprouting, robins chirping and Light returning.