timkmak , to random
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Check out today’s issue: a REPORTER’S NOTEBOOK:

Myroslava takes us to Night, an ancient Ukrainian tradition that some argue pre-dates

The custom involves fertility wreaths, cleansing fires and late-night flower hunting — all tied to the

timkmak OP ,
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It was aimed at fertility, the worship of the sun, and other elements associated with crops. It originated on the day of the when the day is the longest and the night is the shortest.

MyrddinEmerys , to random
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My daughter got me a good picture of the full moon on this solstice. #litha #summersolstice #fullmoon

kvadraat , to random German
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Der längste Tag neigt sich dem Ende zu.

Xenograg , to random
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Wishing everyone a blessed .

keysgate ,

@Xenograg always sad to see as knowing the days are about to get shorter

jwilker , to bookstodon group
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Last chance to score 200+ really great SF/F books from 181 authors. Time to stock up for beach/pool/campsite/cozy couch reading! I know I did!

https://sffbookblast.com/event/

@bookstodon

nathanlovestrees , (edited ) to random
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midsummer is upon us, may we burn today

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nathanlovestrees OP ,
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9/9 May we burn today.

In the face of all sorrows, may we rise, golden and shining.

In the height of our power, may we stand, strong, together.

“Summer Solstice” by Ilana Hamilton

18+ nathanlovestrees , to random
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who cooks for you all
this shortest night, fullest moon,
serotinous fruits?

cohanf , to random
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While heat waves hit parts of NA, this is the forecast here! We had some decent rain this wknd, which made me happy since I did get a few veg things planted. Around -1C last night, have been needing fire inside a few times a week(although many pleasant days). Original forecast -2 tonight, we'll see! Meantime, sun has come out a bit, reached 11C at noon. 'Hot' this weekend as approaches

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