Naturalistic Paganism

Episode 2 of THE WONDER podcast – Rituals, by Mark Green

Don’t miss episode 2 of THE WONDER podcast: RITUALS!

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The Spring Equinox Approaches…

Daylight

Though still in the depths of winter here in Michigan, the longer days are already noticeable, and today the temperature is higher than any day since November (57 F).  Because the daylight cycle leads our seasons, the days are already as long as they were in early October – though of course still much colder.  For me, this growing daylight (reinforced by the start of Daylight Savings Time) is a reminder from our Earth itself, one of those many helpful features of our seasons, to begin thinking about, and planning for, the Spring Equinox/Ostara.  Read More

Growing Light, Coming Changes: Introducing THE WONDER podcast, by Mark Green

The days grow steadily longer, and in my area the daffodils and poppies are up and blooming now. We’ve had unseasonably (? Climate change…) warm and dry weather throughout February and it’s looking like another drought year, but for now the hills and meadows are green and the bare trees are beginning to bud.

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Lupa’s Essential Books For Pagans

Most essential reading lists for pagans tend to be pagan-specific books, or books that deal with related topics like the history of pre-Christian religions or herbalism. My list is perhaps a little more removed from blatant paganism than that, and might be better termed “Lupa’s Essential Books For Nature-Based Pagans”. Moreover, it’s a list that will likely change over time. But they’re texts I think all pagans would benefit from reading for one reason or another.

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Bill Bryson’s “A Short History of Nearly Everything”, Review by Brock Haussamen

Bill Bryson’s “A Short History of Nearly Everything” is a terrific read for anyone who is curious about science but bewildered by the  details. Bryson’s signature style—friendly, humorous—is easy on the comprehension and evocative for the imagination.

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