Media has exploited the celebrations of Samhain and taken us far away from its roots. There is no Lord of the Dead nor any deity
Tag: vintage Halloween

31 Days of Halloween: Divinations
Looking into a well on Halloween night was another way to see the future for the next 12 months.

31 Days of Halloween: Candied Nuts
Candied nuts are an easy way to celebrate modern Halloween with a fare of yesteryear.

31 Days of Halloween: Classic Soul Cake Recipe
Soul Cakes are incredibly simple and fun to make. What better thing to whip up this Halloween?

31 Days of Halloween: Poetry – Autumn
Autumn By Lisa Lunney Visions of fall foliage Fulfill the soul Metaphorically and visually The contrast of colours Paint the pallet of emptiness Once within

31 Days of Halloween: Poetry Hallowe’en
Hallowe’en by Lisa Lunney Hallowe’en begins with the ringing of the bells Celebrations for those long since dead The ringing bells Expel those who seek