The birds are singing, the warm rays of the sun are returning, the promise of summer is upon us. One of my very favorite things to do in the spring is to go outside and look at the blossoming flowers. The colors, fragrances and unique designs remind me of the unlimited potential contained within this beautiful Earth, and within each one of us!
The blissed out woman in the blue coat is me in Co. Meath, Ireland a few years ago emerging from an ancient mound known as Loughcrew. I could feel the sacredness of the Earth, and the intelligence that gives form to all things.
The tale of the Cailleach, the wise old woman of the world is in the last chapter of the book. I felt her warmth the moment this photo was taken, and also felt intuitively that she had granted me permission to speak the wisdom of the ancient ones.
If you want to read or listen to some stories, pick up a copy of Legends of the Grail: Stories of Celtic Goddesses, a winner of 3 Gold CIPA EVVY Awards.
The amazing illustrations are by Belle Crow duCray.
