Ogham stones are a fascinating and significant part of Ireland’s history and heritage. They offer a unique window into the past and continue to inspire people today with their uniqueness and symbolism. So, what exactly are Ogham stone carvings? Put simply, they’re ancient stone inscriptions that use a series of notches or lines to represent…
The Luck Ogham Stone is a beautifully hand crafted large beach pebble that combines the ancient writing system of Ogham with the ancient mythology of Gaelic luck. All Luck Stones have a specific letter of the Ogham alphabet engraved into the pebble and painted in gold. These letters have their own symbolism in Irish and…
The Ogham script is an ancient writing system that was used to write the early Irish languages. The script consists of a series of strokes or notches, typically carved into the edges of stone monuments or wooden sticks. Each stroke represents a different letter of the alphabet. The origins of the Ogham script are not…
The Ogham calendar is a fascinating ancient system of timekeeping that was used in Ireland more than a thousand years ago. It is named after the Ogham script, a form of early medieval writing that was used primarily in Ireland and parts of Britain. While the Ogham script was used primarily for inscriptions on stones…
Valentine’s Day is celebrated annually on February 14th and is associated with the expression of love and affection between intimate companions. The exact origin of Valentine’s Day is somewhat shrouded in mystery, but there are several legends that have been associated with the holiday. One of the most popular stories traces the origins of Valentine’s…
Being based in Wexford I feel it’s vital to attend all Wexford’s events and to support the local community spirit. Even though Sunday was a rain filled day, the fair did attract a nice attendance and it was lovely to see so many entrepreneurs showing their amazing crafts. I was also so impressed by the…
As I already wrote in one of my previous blogs, another name for the Ogham alphabet is the Celtic tree alphabet. The reason for this is because each Ogham letter is associated with a tree or plant. Although the Ogham alphabet relates to the AD, it is known that the Druids began to use a…
What a great place to come and complete the first edition of my Ogham children’s magazine. I feel blessed with this great opportunity and really relish this time in the sunshine. The 12 page magazine will be available at local farmers markets and shops in the middle of Oct 2022. The title of the magazine…
The Ogham alphabet is also called the ‘Celtic Tree Alphabet’ as each letter is assigned a tree or plant name and each tree has its own symbolism. In Celtic Mythology, the Elm is related with death and the transition into the Underworld. Fir tree’s associated with the healing of an inner soul. In Celtic Mythology Birch…
Do you believe in the law of attraction? Now, those who do believe would tell you: “Believe or not, it is there, like any other natural law (gravity e.g.) and you are attracting things in your life anyway, whether you’re aware of it or not. Ones you become aware of it, you will start choosing…