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Today is Save the Eagles Day. Eagles eat rabbits, fish, snakes, birds, and many other animals. Some eagle species are endangered due to habitat loss, poaching, and pesticides. Eagles appear widely in mythology and heraldry. The bald eagle, America's national bird, is shown on many American documents and emblems. A black eagle spreads its wings on Germany's coat of arms. In Rome, the eagle represented the god Jupiter and symbolized the senate. The Turks and the Byzantine Empire used a two-headed ...
Tradition states that the winter faeries are out in force on this night. While you are decking the halls, why not invite the winter faeries inside for a little break from the cold? They are sure to bring prosperity and good luck to your home during the darkest days-as long as you set some ground rules. You will need a sprig of fresh holly and ivy arranged around a green candle. Both of these plants are well loved by the faeries. Light the candle and repeat this holiday charm: The holly brings ...
The symbol of the eye has been used in nearly every human cultural tradition. More often than not, the symbol of the eye holds protective value and has long been associated with having "extra eyes," or enhanced vision. Throughout history, this desire for awareness has presented itself through the symbolism of the eye. A clear symbol of knowledge and perception, the eye is also linked with invisible forces, the unknown, and unexplainable events in life. The all-piercing eye is a common theme in ...
Children flood temples in India today to receive blessings from the Goddess. Celebrate this festival with your children by taking them to the park or to a hillside. Have your child make a wish and blow bubbles. Watch the bubbles float up into the sky carrying your child's wish up to the Goddess. It's important not to speak of the wish, in order for it to come true. Have the child make as many wishes as they like and join in if you have a mind to do so. Leave an offering of fruit or flowers for ...
