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Christine Dorman
Feb 25, 20227 min read
Seven Spooky Spots in Scotland
For millennia, souls have walked across the ancient Celtic landscape of Scotland. Some have lingered.
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Christine Dorman
Feb 18, 20225 min read
Irish Spoken Here: The Gaeltacht
The Irish Gaeltacht regions keep the ancient language and traditional culture alive while staying much in step with the 21st century.
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Christine Dorman
Feb 11, 20226 min read
Love of the Irish
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Irish folklore, traditions, and superstitions about love and marriage.
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Christine Dorman
Feb 4, 20225 min read
Belfast: Exploring the Post-Troubles City for Free
Kevin Branagh’s film, Belfast, has won critical acclaim. Now it’s time to check out the city itself and all the free attractions it offers.
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Christine Dorman
Jan 28, 20226 min read
Imbolc: Celtic Spring and New Beginnings
Imbolc is the dawn that signals daybreak, a time for new beginnings and hidden possibilities.
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Christine Dorman
Jan 21, 20225 min read
Nessie is Not Alone: Other Celtic Water Monsters
The Loch Ness Monster may be famous but she’s not the only supernatural creature lurking in Celtic rivers and lakes.
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Christine Dorman
Jan 14, 20225 min read
Winter Colds and Celtic Herbal Comfort
With cold and flu season in full swing, check out these 7 Celtic folk herbs that can offer comfort...and maybe a little magic!
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Christine Dorman
Jan 7, 20227 min read
Celtic New Year’s Traditions
Fireworks, champagne, a kiss at midnight. If New Year’s traditions seem to have lost their fizz, add sparkle with these Celtic traditions.
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Christine Dorman
Dec 24, 20213 min read
A Celtic Christmas Reflection
Just a few reflections inspired by Christmas traditions from the modern Celtic countries of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. Merry Christmas!
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Christine Dorman
Dec 17, 20215 min read
Winter Solstice and Christmas Evergreens: Celtic Hope
Celtic traditions regarding winter solstice offer a reminder that the darkest days lead to the return of light, warmth, and new life.
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Christine Dorman
Dec 10, 20213 min read
The Complicated Celtic Elder in Folklore and Modern Medicine
The Druids said the elder tree had a bad-tempered spirit, hostile to children. Still, Celtic folklore associates the tree with protection.
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Christine Dorman
Dec 3, 20214 min read
Scotland’s Ancient Sites: Skara Brae and Maeshowe
On the Orkney Islands in Scotland are structures built over 5000 years ago, including the Skara Brae houses which have indoor plumbing!
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Christine Dorman
Nov 26, 20215 min read
Add Celtic Magic to Your Thanksgiving Meal
Discover the magic Celtic folklore says lay hidden in the seasonings typically used for the American Thanksgiving meal.
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Christine Dorman
Nov 19, 20216 min read
The Other Celtic Nations
Ireland, Scotland, and Wales are famous Celtic lands but this week’s post explores their lesser-known cousins, the other Celtic Nations.
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Christine Dorman
Nov 12, 20215 min read
Winter Herbs and Celtic Magic
Bring a little greenery and some Celtic magic into your house this winter with an herb garden.
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Christine Dorman
Nov 5, 20217 min read
The Piper and the Puca: A Reimagined Irish Folktale
A shapeshifting, mischievous faerie, the Celtic Puca sometimes helps those humans he likes.
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Christine Dorman
Oct 29, 20216 min read
Halloween and Samhain: Just What Are They Anyway?
“What are we celebrating on Halloween anyway?” Explore the themes and customs of Halloween and its Celtic ancestor, Samhain, for an answer.
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Christine Dorman
Oct 15, 20215 min read
10 Scary Celtic Characters for Halloween
Called by the cry of the banshee, the Dullahan arrives in the Death Coach. Read on to discover more scary Celtic characters for Halloween.
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Christine Dorman
Oct 8, 20215 min read
Food and Decorations for a Very Celtic Halloween
Here are Halloween food and decorating ideas to help you get into the Celtic spirit of the holiday.
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Christine Dorman
Oct 1, 20217 min read
Tryphine and the Celtic Bluebeard
This Celtic legend, with a sinister prince, ghostly help, and a decapitated body reaching for its head is perfect for spooky October.
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