Welcome to Litsy!

It‘s been a wonderful solstice. A long walk along the river in the snowy woods and reading the tagged book by the light of the Christmas tree. It‘s a book we will come back to. Thanks @TheBookHippie for the great lists of recommendations!

Happy Solstice! Blessed Yule! This day reminds me to take a deep breath, enjoy the light and feel some hope in the chaos around me. I love slipping away from the commercial world to have moments of focus back on nature. I will have wassail and a fire tonight , my family tradition for 9 years- and Brynne is home to make the wassail!!! 🕯️🤍🕯️I hope all of you experience some calm too💙(tagging some who celebrate but wishing for everyone)

“And everywhere down the centuries of the snow white world Came people singing, dancing, To Drive the dark away”.

The Shortest Day by Susan Cooper celebrates the winter solstice, where the longest night gives way to the return of light. Through lyrical prose and vivid imagery, Cooper explores themes of renewal and the cyclical nature of life, drawing on ancient traditions. This book reminds readers of the enduring connection between nature and humanity.

Susan Cooper‘s The Shortest Day celebrates the winter solstice, focusing on themes of darkness, light, and renewal. Through poetic prose and vivid imagery, Cooper emphasizes the cyclical nature of life and the hope that comes with the return of the sun. The book reflects the connection between nature, culture, and the human experience.

“So the shortest day came, and the year died…“

Celebrate the return of light on the shortest day of the year! The Shortest Day is a beautiful, poetic story that brings to life the winter solstice and the joy of brighter days ahead. Perfect for reading as winter begins.

This book celebrates the winter solstice and the return of light after the darkest day. With poetic language and stunning artwork, it captures the joy and hope that comes with each new year. It‘s a lovely read for children and families, connecting them to ancient traditions and the wonder of seasonal change.

I have read this story to my kiddo every yule. She loves it. We made orange slice garland and gave an offering to Skadi and Frigg for a blessed year. ❤️

My #wintersolstice started with cinnamon rolls & a lovely #yuleswap from @Chrissyreadit ❤️❄️ the shiny paper entertained Eliot & Elinor all day ✨🎁 spent some time writing last minute cards, did a yearly forecast tarot reading, & then ended by making garlands with dried oranges, cranberries, popcorn, & cinnamon sticks🎄it may have been the shortest day, but it was very full 🥰 #woty

Winter Solstice Blessings to you all! May the return to the light bring you all peace, comfort, and cozy vibes. #SolsticeBlessings #WinterSolstice #ReturntotheLight #WinterisHere #ComfyCozy

Blessed solstice everyone.

On the 2nd day of Yule I am sharing a book with the poem written by Susan Cooper- one of my favorite authors of all time.

My #WinterSolsticeSwap package delivery has been delayed until Monday 12/20 😭 I‘m very sorry @StaceGhost & I‘m not opening mine until yours arrives. I mailed it in plenty of time, but its still delayed. I‘m so frustrated. I will keep checking, maybe it will come tomorrow & be a Yule/Solstice miracle!

You all are the best! 100% of packages are shipped! Can‘t wait to see posts as they are delivered and opened on Saturday! If anyone is preparing a celebration please share pictures! I love to see what everyone is doing 🤍❄️🤍
#wintersolsticeswap

Read these two books tonight with my son. Happy Solstice, everyone!

So the shortest day came, and the world died, and everywhere down the centuries of the snow-white world came people singing, dancing, to drive away the dark. They lighted candles in the winter trees; they hung their homes with evergreen; they burned beseeching fires all night long to keep the year alive. And when the new year‘s sunshine blazed awake they shouted, reveling.

I ordered this book for Winter Solstice. It arrived in March. Beautiful.