Tag Archives: Samhain

Solstice of the Moon: Fragments of History

Outside the porch of the kirk at Fortingall stands an ancient font. Local legend states that Coeddi himself may have used it to baptise some of the first Christians in the area when the monks of Iona founded a sister … Continue reading

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Strange Tales for #Halloween…

Fancy some strange flash fiction for Halloween? Click the links to read these short pieces from the archive: Evergreen  Ribbons   Automatic    The Listener    The Accountant    Familiar Or, if you are a writer, perhaps you should read Barb Taub’s cautionary … Continue reading

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Hallowed…

We recently shared a simple meditation as a mark of love and respect for those who have passed, particularly within the last year. I thought long and hard about writing about what was a very personal and emotional experience, and … Continue reading

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