Lughnassadh in the old Celtic culture was the funeral feast of Lugh. It is also the first of the three harvests, this one being the harvest of grain or corn. This is reflected in the Catholic name for this holiday Lammas, which means "Loaf Mass".
While it is not the traditional holiday of Thanksgiving, pagan or secular, it is a good time to reflect on the year past. On failures and successes, on things gained and things lost And also a time to reflect on the coming dark of the year. Which is a time for rest and for the animal world, hibernation.
Take time this season to teach your children to be grateful for the bounty of the earth. And for the gifts from the Gods that you all have received. Last year I talked about teaching children to be grateful. I encourage you to read it and work with your children.
I am also interested in how your family celebrates this Sabbat. Please comment below.
Blessed Be!
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