Today marks Lughnasadh, an ancient Irish festival also known to modern Pagans as Lammas. It is a celebration to honor the first harvest period of the season, which concludes with Samhain/Halloween in October.
As of today, we are about the midpoint between the summer solstice and the autumnal equinox here in the northern hemisphere. Those of us who start celebrating Halloween early might be feeling the anticipation of our ancestors who had a more intimate relationship with the land and the seasons.
Best way to celebrate Lughnasadh, in my opinion? Visit a local farmers' market and enjoy the foods that are in season.
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