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The Lusty Month of May is Here!

Posted on May 1, 2020 by tinthia

It’s the merry, merry, lusty month of May. The month when naughty thoughts run wild and maidens swoon for strong men with pirate grins. My, my, I just might need a cold shower in a moment. For those of us … Continue reading →

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Blessed Imbolc!

Posted on February 2, 2016 by tinthia

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Imbolc, (EM-bowlk) Gaelic term meaning ‘in the belly’ is the time of year when we celebrate the bringing forth of life from the barren soil. Also referred to as Oimealg (IM-mol’g), ‘meaning ewe’s milk,’ this is also the time of … Continue reading →

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Love is in the air!

Posted on February 14, 2014 by tinthia

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February 14th. The day when lovers renew their affection for one another and the rest of us drown ourselves in ice cream, chocolate, and Nicholas Sparks movies. Valentine’s Day. Historians believe its origins belong in ancient Rome. Between February 13 … Continue reading →

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