There is nothing quite like Springtime in the Rockies!
The snow is falling, and melting just as quickly.
The birds are singing, and the plants are ready to bloom.
The Spring Equinox occurred yesterday, on March 20th.
The Spring Equinox signals the end of winter, and return of plant life.
Equinox means, Equal Night, signifying the night and day having the same length.
For the past six months, since the Autumn Equinox, we’ve had longer nights than days.
Now, the days will begin to stretch out until the Solstice in June.
The sun has now crossed the equator, bringing us towards summer:
Source: https://www.almanac.com/content/first-day-spring-vernal-equinox
By connecting to Nature’s calendar, you can connect to a reality beyond the reach of any Earthly authority.
Recognizing the truths beyond our everyday experience can help connect us to our ancestors and the natural world around us.
To understand the importance of the seasons, one only has to realize how the seasons tie into access to food.
To know when to plant your seeds, and to know when the animals are migrating, the seasons, the moon, and the sun are your guides.
The Spring Equinox was also seen as the beginning of the year for many ancient cultures.
The Sphinx in Egypt is positioned where the sun rises directly above it’s head on the Spring Equinox.
The Equinox was also called Ostara for the Pagans.
It’s also important to realize that many of our modern holidays are rooted in the traditions of old world spiritual beliefs.
For many, the Equinox can also signify the beginning of the next phase in your life.
The Four Points on the Wheel of the Year can be a time of reflection for each of us to remember where we were last year at this time, and where we would like to be one year from now.
I encourage you to make your traditions revolving around each Equinox and Solstice.
Nature’s calendar is to be celebrated, just as every milestone in our life is to be celebrated and acknowledged.
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