Brigid is one potent goddess, isn't she?! Nice to remember that we all have some of her within. As someone who enjoys making fermented foods (sauerkraut, beets, hot sauce, etc.), I am perpetually amazed at the transformation from simple vegetable to something tangy and preserved with nothing but a little salty brine to launch the process. Again, there is an analogy there, I think, of how we can shift ourselves toward something deeper and more nourishing with time and a few simple ingredients. Thanks, Jan.
Thank you Jan for such a rich sharing! I wonder if the protective power of fermentation is why Guinness advertised that drinking their beer would give you strength? I always thought those ads were ridiculous, but perhaps there is some scientific grounding to them!
Hello Mary, Happy Imbolc the eve turning Wheel of the Year has once more nudged us into a new season . I don’t know about Guinness giving you strength but I imagine after a few pints one might feel rather courageous!
Brigid is one potent goddess, isn't she?! Nice to remember that we all have some of her within. As someone who enjoys making fermented foods (sauerkraut, beets, hot sauce, etc.), I am perpetually amazed at the transformation from simple vegetable to something tangy and preserved with nothing but a little salty brine to launch the process. Again, there is an analogy there, I think, of how we can shift ourselves toward something deeper and more nourishing with time and a few simple ingredients. Thanks, Jan.
So informative, thank you 🙏🏻
Hi there, thanks so much for reading and being a part of Hedge Mystic. So glad you enjoyed reading about Brigid and Imbolc.
Thank you for a beautiful explanation of Imbolc.
You’re very welcome, glad you enjoyed reading about Imbolc.
Thank you Jan for such a rich sharing! I wonder if the protective power of fermentation is why Guinness advertised that drinking their beer would give you strength? I always thought those ads were ridiculous, but perhaps there is some scientific grounding to them!
Hello Mary, Happy Imbolc the eve turning Wheel of the Year has once more nudged us into a new season . I don’t know about Guinness giving you strength but I imagine after a few pints one might feel rather courageous!
Haha perhaps that's it!