Family, Faith, Food... FUN!
Back when I first started this blog (and, let's face it, when I still needed something to write about, lol), I did these "[Insert Sabbat Here] In a Week" series, where I would share a little something every day for a week leading up to each sabbat. I really should do that again! Especially since I apparently have never done it for Ostara and therefore have nothing to link. Bah. Anyway, I … [Read more...]
A very happy holiday to anyone observing this month. Like the ones in February, April, July, and August, below is the section of the email sent to all NASA Goddard employees with the holidays for the month of July, including some links at the bottom with additional information and a diversity calendar. As always, thank you to Matt for sharing! October 1 Sukkot (Feast of Booths) (Jewish): … [Read more...]
I know I've been MIA for a while, but it's not from lack of trying or ambition, I swear. This time of year is especially hectic, from about the start of September through the end of the year, between Sabbats and High Holy Days and other celebrations. Speaking of High Holy Days... last night kicked off Rosh Hashana! Jewish Year 5773: sunset September 16, 2012 - nightfall September 18, … [Read more...]
A very happy holiday to anyone observing this month. Like the ones in February, April, and July, below is the section of the email sent to all NASA Goddard employees with the holidays for the month of July, including some links at the bottom with additional information and a diversity calendar. As always, thank you to Matt for sharing! August 1 Lughnasadh (or Lammas Day) (Celtic, … [Read more...]
Holidays to balance out your hot and sticky summer! Thank heavens, too -- we all need something other than air conditioners, swimming pools, and ice-cold lemonade to keep us afloat as we roast. (Though honestly, none of those are all that bad.) Nothing for us Pagans this month, but still plenty to go around! A very happy holiday to anyone observing this month. :) Like the ones in February … [Read more...]
I was hoping to get one for last month, but sadly, I didn't. That's okay, though! Matt's workplace still does these, and it's nice to see how inclusive they are of all religions. (See all the way at the bottom for Beltane!) Like the one in February, below is the section of the email sent to all NASA Goddard employees this morning with the holidays for the month of April, including some links at … [Read more...]
**First, let me start off by saying that, while I’m not an “intactivist” by any means, my views in this post will not align with all of yours. That’s part of the nature of sharing your opinion. :) Despite these differences, though, please be aware that I do respect yours and your reasons for them. That being said, I’m not necessarily going to hold back for the sakes of those who … [Read more...]
I don't frequent Twitter very often, which is kind of a shame -- I really should check it out more often. Each time someone adds my tweets to their feed, though, I get an email notification with their handle and information, which is rather neat. Recently, I was added by @ajwishbeginning. Since I had never heard of them before but was fascinated by their handle, I added 'em and checked out their … [Read more...]
On the first of every month, my husband's employer (NASA Goddard) sends out an email with activities and events going on at the Center, including a list of all the celebrations for that month. One would absolutely expect nationally-recognized holidays to be on there, as well as Christian ones as they're the religious majority. Surprisingly, though, and this was pointed out to me by Matt when he … [Read more...]
There's been quite a buzz recently surrounding Pagan and other alternate-faith students in public schools: Atheist Teen Defeats High School Prayer Banner (Examiner.com, 12 January 2012) An Atheist teenager had to bring her high school to district court after a prayer mural, which makes mention of "Our Heavenly Father", was posted in the hallway. Her suit challenged the constitutionality of … [Read more...]
