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Scottish Highlands and Lowlands: It’s Not Just Geography
From politics to religion and even ethnicity, the Scottish Highlands and Lowlands have differed in much more than geography.
Christine Dorman
Jul 21, 20246 min read
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Counting Cows: The Significance of Cattle in Celtic Culture and Folklore
The significance of cattle in Celtic culture shows up in folk traditions, mythology, and even wages and legal fines!
Christine Dorman
Jul 5, 20246 min read
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Another Solstice—Yay! Um, What Exactly is a Solstice Anyway?
The two solstices are not esoteric neo-pagan festivals. They are events of nature that mark two major turning points of our lives each year.
Christine Dorman
Jun 21, 20242 min read
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A Summer Getaway to Scotland
This summer, get away to Scotland and do some atypical things--many of them for free!
Christine Dorman
Jun 8, 20248 min read
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Brian Boru: the Intermingling of History and Legend
High King Brian Boru's reputation shines brightly in Irish memory, but how much is fact and how much is legend?
Christine Dorman
May 24, 20244 min read
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Notable Mothers of Celtic Folklore
From a mother who dies so others can eat to a mother who makes a thunderstorm to stop her son’s wedding, Celtic folklore mothers aren't dull
Christine Dorman
May 10, 20247 min read
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The Magical Trees and Flowers of Beltane
Find out about the trees, flowers, magic, and folklore associated with the Celtic fire festival of Beltane (May 1st).
Christine Dorman
Apr 28, 20246 min read
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Ancient Celtic Women: Fierce and Free? Fact or Fiction?
Did ancient Celtic women really have more rights than their Greek and Roman contemporaries? Did they actually go to battle? Find out here!
Christine Dorman
Apr 12, 20246 min read
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A Brief Pause to Look Back
This week, I'm taking a short break, but I'll be back next week. Meanwhile, here are a few of my past posts I'm really fond of.
Christine Dorman
Apr 6, 20241 min read
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A Magical Celtic Spring
Spring is here and it's bursting with Celtic magic. Find out more in today's post.
Christine Dorman
Mar 22, 20246 min read
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Irish Faerie Origins: The Tuatha de Danann
The Tuatha de Danann are said to be the magical race who’ve become known as Irish faeries. Find out about them in this week’s post.
Christine Dorman
Mar 9, 20245 min read
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Did You Know Islands, Sweaters, and Lambs = Imbolc?
What do sweaters, lambs, and the Aran Islands have to do with the Celtic festival of Imbolc (or each other)? Read on and find out!
Christine Dorman
Feb 23, 20245 min read
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Where’d That Come From: 7 Celtic Origin Stories
Celtic folklore overflows with stories explaining the origin of things. Here are some of my favorites.
Christine Dorman
Feb 9, 20247 min read
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Mining Folk: Writing Prompts Inspired by Scottish Folklore
Whether you’re a writer looking for story ideas or a lover of good stories, Scottish folklore can set the imagination on fire!
Christine Dorman
Jan 26, 20245 min read
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Mystical, Mythic, and Magical Sites in Ireland
If the words mystical, mythic, or magical resonate within your soul, your next vacation needs to be to Ireland.
Christine Dorman
Jan 13, 20247 min read
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Take an Arthurian Legend Vacation in Wales
Dreaming about a vacation? Do you love Arthurian legend? If you answered yes to either question, consider exploring Wales.
Christine Dorman
Dec 29, 20237 min read
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Celtic Folklore Woven into Winter
Some things we associate with Christmas, such as mistletoe and holly, actually have their roots in ancient Celtic folk practices for winter.
Christine Dorman
Dec 16, 20236 min read
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The Quiet Celts: Welsh Americans
Welsh Americans haven’t made a lot of noise about it, but they’ve contributed to U.S. history and culture since colonial times.
Christine Dorman
Dec 2, 20235 min read
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Thanksgiving Thoughts with a Celtic Twist
A short reflection on Gratitude and Celtic Hospitality.
Christine Dorman
Nov 17, 20232 min read
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Magical Combination: Herbs, Spices, Celtic Folklore, and Recipes
Today's post is a celebration of the magic Celtic folklore attributes to certain herbs and spices.
Christine Dorman
Nov 3, 20236 min read
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