An Attitude of Gratitude - Harvest Festivals

[Quintessence]

We're well into Autumn Equinox tide, the first of three harvest festivals for those practicing certain nature-based traditions. Celebration and reverence of the harvest isn't limited to contemporary Pagans, though, and are universal (or nearly so) across human cultures. After all, it is only through reaping the gifts of the Earth that we are able to dwell here and there are many gifts to be thankful for!

What are some things that have manifested in your life over the past year that you are thankful for? What harvest are you reaping for your efforts? What gifts have you received and what have you given in return? Are there specific harvest festival traditions that play a role in your religion/lifeway?

Harvest festival - New World Encyclopedia

www.newworldencyclopedia.org

 

[Kathryn]

I love Thanksgiving. It may be because my dad loved it so much. It should be interesting this year. Probably fun.

I moved from Texas to Ohio to be closer to family this past year.

 

[beenherebeforeagain]

We're preparing to celebrate my dad's 100th birthday next week! He's still bright and spry, and so taking an active part in the planning!

 

[Kathryn]

We're preparing to celebrate my dad's 100th birthday next week! He's still bright and spry, and so taking an active part in the planning!

Wow, that's great. My dad died of an autoimmune disorder at age 79. A few years ago. Hey, but his brain was terrific!