Category Archives: solstice

Happy Solstice: The Return of the Sun

Posted on December 22, 2023 by SharonJoss

A few years ago, I gave up the madness of the Christmas season (when people celebrate Chris) for a quieter, nontheistic celebration of the first day of Winter, and the return of the light. I no longer have to face … Continue reading →

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Winter Has Come

Posted on December 22, 2022 by SharonJoss

Winter has come. With it, a ‘storm in a generation’ has begun a thorough tour of most of North America, just to remind us all that in the timeline of eternity, the Ice Age was mere moments ago. Oregon isn’t … Continue reading →

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Trimming the Tree: Solstice

Posted on December 20, 2021 by SharonJoss

I made a conscious decision this year to step away from December 25th.  It was not a choice made from a place of cynicism or stress any other negative place; I grew up with Christmas morning and shrieking with excitement … Continue reading →

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Solstice 2019: As Darkness Fades?

Posted on December 21, 2019 by SharonJoss

Solstice is upon us; a return of the sun, the light, and better days ahead. An annual event so important to humankind, it’s been marked and celebrated globally since before the written word: it’s practically instinctive. It’s a time to … Continue reading →

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Happy Solstice

Posted on December 21, 2016 by SharonJoss

Happy Solstice! Tonight we experience the longest night of the year, and the return of the light.  It’s my favorite day of the year. I count my blessings, set my goals for the future, and cook up a special dinner. … Continue reading →

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Seize the Day – Summer Solstice

Posted on June 19, 2015 by SharonJoss

Boy howdy, the year is flying by…summer solstice is already upon us. Longest day of the year coming right up; Sunday, June 21st at 9:39am, PDT (if you live in Oregon).  Nature lover that I am, I always try to … Continue reading →

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