Yule

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Hello all!! Today is our Yule post!



Yule is a festival that celebrates the Winter solstice and is celebrated on different days, depending on where you live but the most popular dates of celebration seems to be the 20th-21st of December. Historically, Yule was observed by Germanic peoples and many other European peoples before it was Christianised and turned into Christmas. Other names include:

- Yuletide
- Yulefest




Colours

Here are some colours associated with Yule:

- Red
- Green, particularly "forest" greens
- Blue
- White
- Silver
- Gold




Flowers/Herbs/Trees

Below are some Flora linked to Yule:

- Evergreens
- Holly
- Sage
- Oak
- Bayberry
- Frankincense
- Cedar
- Nutmeg
- Mistletoe
- Laurel
- Ginger
- Pine
- Rosemary
- Mint




Incense

The best incense to use on Yule are:

- Pine
- Frankincense
- Myrrh
- Ginger
- Cinnamon
- Cedar
- Sage
- Sandalwood
- Cloves
- Apple
- Mint


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Crystals

Here are some Crystals to use for Yule:

- Orange Calcite
- Ametrine
- Garnet
- Rose Quartz
- Clear Quartz
- Chrysocolla
- Snowflakes Obsidian
- Tiger's Eye
- Green Goldstone
- Pyrite

I would also use any Crystals that correspond with the colours listed above and any others you are drawn to.




Food/Drink

Here are some foods and drinks to have/make for Yule:

- Apple
- Cranberries
- Nuts
- Mulled Wine/Cider
- Eggnog
- Turkey
- Ale
- Gingerbread goods
- Dried fruits
- Hot/Chocolate
- Pies
- Cookies



Now is the time of new beginnings and reflection. I know that this time of year is difficult for some people so for those of you affected by this, I hope you can find strength and happiness from something this season!


Blessings,

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