Ostara

The Equinoxes represent the balanced points in the cycle of the seasons, when day and night are of equal length, reminding us of the harmony and interconnectedness of the whole universe. The first buds of flowers and leaves, all manner of eggs and newly born life are celebrated in decorations and imagery as Pagans rejoice in the Earth's reawakening after a long winter.

The urge of spring is to create new life, to do new things, and bring fresh beginnings. Here, light overcomes darkness with lengthening days bringing the magic of new growth and renewal. Ostara is associated with childhood, youth, and new life, and the God and Goddess are perceived as children, personifying innocence and wonder before entering adulthood.

The Goddess, as the Maiden, covers the earth with flowers and love, nurturing all new life, while the God grows into maturity and strength. This is a time to honour the masculine and to celebrate everything vibrant and joyful about living. The wonders of nature fill us with optimism and cheer as we arise from our slumber.

The Equinoxes remind us of the eternal cycles of life and of our deep connection to the Earth, the heavens, and all living things.