Vernal Equinox: Day 2

It was the second day of our Vernal Equinox celebrations today (building up to the big day on Sunday). Today was also our wedding anniversary, so we had a bit of a double celebration this evening.

Daffodils

I went daffodil-spotting again today. This time, I was in Herristone Park on the way home from work.

Ostara Earrings

Today's seasonal earrings were little baby chicks.

Ostara Candle

We lit our Ostara candle (from Chalice Creations) for the first time tonight. Scents of lime, bergamot, coconut and grapefruit to last through the week.

Equinox

For some seasonal entertainment tonight, we started watching Danish supernatural thriller Equinox. I reckon there's enough episodes to see us through till the actual Vernal Equinox on Sunday!

Anniversary Cocktails

As it was our eighth (salt) wedding anniversary tonight, we had a bit of a salt-themed tonight as well. I made cocktails to celebrate - it was a Gimlet, but made with Mermaid Salt Vodka from the Isle of Wight Distillery.

Imbolc: Day 2

It's the second day of our week of Imbolc celebrations. Mostly, today was about work, so I don't have a lot to share on here. But, given that Imbolc is (among other things) a festival of light, today's celebrations were about lighting things up.

Winter Berry Gin Liqueur

We enjoyed a little seasonal tipple tonight... winter berry gin liqueur with gold flakes in light-up baubles with wintery designs (by Gravity Drinks). Yes, I think they were actually intended to be Christmas favours, but I think they work even better for Imbolc.

Imbolc Candle

And for another bit of light in the winter darkness, today we lit our Imbolc candle (made by Chalice Creations). It's scented with myrrh, camomile and basil, and we're hoping it'll last through till next week.