What are the benefits of celebrating the first day of each season?
Seasonal celebrations give you and your family the opportunity to: • Note the cyclical changes in the soil, sky, trees, plants, and wildlife. • Reflect on the uniqueness of each season. • Reflect on the lessons each season imparts. The bounties of summer are endless – light, warmth, and lush crops. Nature is at her peak, but the solstice also marks the returning darkness. • Read about different celebrations around the world. • Celebrate! Seasonal celebrations are affordable, nature-based, and as easy or elaborate as you want them to be. • Meditate on the magic and mystery of living on Planet Earth. • Be grateful for the gifts of food, family, and friendship. Create some summer traditions this year! The first day of summer is a great time to start some new family traditions. Pick activities that you’ll want to do year after year, and ones that will make the day relaxing and special for you and your family. Here are a few ideas: • Establish a table-top, shelf, or mantel to display a seas
