Well, it looks like good ol' Punxsatawney Phil has predicted 6 more weeks of winter. It is a a really remarkable thing, as there just so happens to be 6 more weeks until the first day of spring!
Today is also known as the Celtic holiday of Imbolc, marking the halfway point between winter and spring. Other popular names for today include Candlemas and Brigid's Day. Traditionally Imbolc was celebrated on February 1st, but it seems there has been some mixing of holidays, and so many people now recognize February 2nd as the "official" festival day.
Let us revel in the waxing of the light, as we look forward to the rebirth of the Spring.
2 comments:
I've always wondered: Does Phil's predictions refer to North America winter only or the northern hemispere in general?
Well, I am going to say for the northern hemisphere in general. Because it's Phil! We all love Punxsatawney Phil!
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