Born on the 4th July
A number of boys were called George Washington in 1776 after the great American hero of Independence. It’s Independence Day today on the other side of the Pond, and to celebrate, I thought I’d explore...
View ArticleOrange — what a juicy name!
A couple of days ago, I mentioned the obscure name Orange in Born on the Fourth of July, and it quickly became apparent that it really deserved a post all of its own. Believe it or not, the name Orange...
View ArticleEssentially Essentials
I love burning essential oils — I find them more potent and pure than incense – and smoke-free, which is a distinct advantage. The names, too, are rich and evocative. Of course, many essential oils...
View ArticleAdd a Splash of Color!
In Llewellyn’s Complete Book of Names: For Pagans, Witches, etc, etc, I recommend that when you’re in the process of choosing a name, you keep your eyes peeled and look for inspiration everywhere. I...
View ArticleMerry Yule!
It’s the Winter Solstice tomorrow in the Northern Hemisphere (and the Summer Solstice in the Southern — I’m not jealous, really, I’m not). That is to say, it’s the shortest day, or — as my mum used to...
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