Imbolc is the time when Wiccans celebrate the renewing fertilit of the Earth. The Goddess is seen as recovering from childbirth, and the God is a small child. This is also the time of "fire in the belly." There is the feeling that spring is comming, but a certain restlessness or cabin fever can set in. This can also be the bleakest time of the year when we start to fear that spring will never arrive. It's no coincidence that many people celebrate Groundhog Day on this date. What is Groundhog Day but a way to let Nature reassre us that spring really will come? Sometimes, even though it is still cold, wou can see early buds on trees on this date. This is another way Nature reminds us to hang on; life is getting ready to burst forth.
Imbolc, one of the Greater Sabbats, is a time to celebrate with seeds, or with a newly germinating idea. Some covens like to initiate new members at this time of year. Imbolc is a holiday of purification and of the renewed fertility of the Earth. It is a great time for some early srping-clening as well. Get rid of what you dont need and get ready for the spring season soon to come.
Some ideas for things to do include:
- Cleansing or Purification ceremony
Servise to Natuer (cleaning up a trashed area)
Relaxation and calm
music
Give thanks to the Lady, and Welcome the Lord for hi rebirth.
