Writer, historian, philosopher, environmentalist and lots more besides!
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Picnics!
Here in France, Le Pique-nique (picnic) is very popular, with picnic tables laid out in public parks, along hiking trails and near many historic monuments. Those in the know remember to bring a waxed-cotton table-cloth with them, to cover over bird droppings and plant debris on the tables! Then out come the picnic baskets, plates,…
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DISCOVERING THE OGHAM GROVE
DISCOVERING THE OGHAM GROVE By Veronica Smith What attracted me originally to the Ogham Grove was the idea of planting a sacred circle of trees! I have always loved working shamanically with plants and trees. In fact, I used to have endless arguments with the county council and utility companies in Ireland, over cutting down…
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Welcome to Brighid’s Ogham Grove Blog!
Hidden in a French Forest is a Grove dedicated to an ancient Celtic Goddess, known by many names, including Brighid, Bride, Brigantia, Brigindo. She is a Goddess, not just of the land, but of inspiration to poets and writers. [Image ID: coloured drawing of the Celtic Goddess Brigid, holding a spear and shield, against a…