Happy Monday and Blessed Yule to all! My family and I had a beautiful and relaxing time at Devil’s Den State Park in Arkansas this weekend, and we used the time to have a mini Solstice celebration. Even in winter, the area is gorgeous with craggy hills and small mountains, streams and waterfalls, cedars and bare limbed redbuds and oaks, moss and lichen, and beautiful light.
Now we are home and have more energy from the fresh air and short hikes. Hopefully, we can keep the spirit of the forest with us and spread it around a little.
Blessing of the Solstice!
The Christmas Carolers
Caroling is just one classic activity to express joy of the season. I remember with fondness caroling with Girls Scouts at nursing homes, and I also enjoyed our local high school’s Vespers concert the previous four years (sadly, Covid canceled this year’s concert). Of course, I feel this card is saying to take part of whatever bring you the joy of the season, whether it’s baking cookies, vegging with wintery movies and popcorn on couch, or long walks in the woods.
But if you look closely, this card also tells you to watch out for those Scrooges who want to put a damper on your joy and celebrations. Also note the elf and Jack Frost helpers in the foreground – they can be tricky too. Don’t let them spoil your fun!
Storyworld: Christmas Tales by John and Caitlinn Matthews, art (this card) by Debra McFarlane
Parting the Mists 
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