Ogham as a Practice

Ogham as a Practice

One of the first things I came across as a fledgling Pagan was the Celtic Tree Calendar. I'm sure you've all seen a version somewhere. It usually splits the year into 13 months and associates a single Ogham tree to each of these sections. The version I saw gave it zodiac-esq meanings making you feel [...]

Book Review: The Healing Power of Trees by Sharlyn Hidalgo

Book Review: The Healing Power of Trees by Sharlyn Hidalgo

It's no secret that Druids often share an intimate connection with the trees they encounter. Trees can hold magical wisdom, medicinal aid, or just a trusted safe space for reflection and growth. I have a few trusted tree friends myself and thoroughly enjoy learning more about the practical aspects of trees and the more magical [...]

Inspired by the Catalpa

Inspired by the Catalpa

Snow is one of my most favorite things. I am ecstatic when the first flakes fall and wish fervently for snow on my birthday at the beginning of December. Luckily, I live in Wisconsin which is known for it's deep, snowy, winters and large snowflakes that glisten as they drift slowly through the skies to [...]

Book Review: Ogam, The Celtic Oracle of the Trees by Paul Rhys Mountfort

Book Review: Ogam, The Celtic Oracle of the Trees by Paul Rhys Mountfort

Ogam: The Celtic Oracle of the Trees is a comprehensive and clear introduction into using the divination practice of Ogam. It begins with a brief history of Ogam and the cultural changes that have occurred around the practice. The second section of the book describes each Ogamfew in detail. The final section describes how one [...]