Summer Solstice 2023!

The time for battle is now between the Oak King, who represents the light and the Holly King, the dark. Known by many names including Litha, Midsummer, and The Summer Solstice! According to Pagan legend, the Holly King wins the battle bringing the change of bringing us back to the dark of Winter. 

As wonderful as this story is, from a scientific background the solstice is actually the extreme point on the Earth’s axis. The word “solstice” comes from the Latin ‘solstitium’ from ‘sol’ (sun) and ‘stitium’ (still or stopped).  Equinox comes from aequinoctium, from aequus (equal) and nox (night). This is what gives us the seasons based on the Earth’s orbit and creates the longest and shortest days.

Ways to Celebrate this sacred day:

• Having a bonfire or barbeque

• Connecting with nature 

• Self-reflection Tarot Spread

• Watch the sunrise or sunset

• Wear bright colours

• Get creative and craft!

However, you choose to celebrate I hope you have a Serendipitous Solstice!!