Happy Ostara!

Ostara, the Second Spring

For the ancient Celtic people, it was Imbolc that marked the beginning of Spring, as opposed to Ostara. Even though the ground was still too cold to plant crops and lambing season would still be months away, it was the subtle appearance of growth that made them think of early February as a time of abundance.  For the official meteorological beginning of spring, however, they would have to wait it out until the Spring Equinox.  Today we refer to this day as Ostara, an Anglo-Saxon word that comes from the Germanic goddess of Spring, Eostre.

How To Celebrate Ostara

Create Light – lighting candles or having a bonfire

Cook a Feast – you can’t go wrong with a savory dish made of rosemary and potatoes

Get Outside and Enjoy Nature – connect with your world by taking a hike. Plant seeds; it is the perfect time to plant potatoes!

Make Decorations – decorate eggs, create a spring themed alter or display flowers.