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In 2003, summer begins
June 21, 3:10 PM.
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The "Lazy Days of Summer" are
the time to start planning for all of the fun things you and yours can do
during summer vacation. The Summer Solstice, sometimes known as Midsummer,
Litha, or St. John's Day, occurs in the middle of June. It is a celebration
of the longest day of the year and the beginning of Summer. It has been a
grand tribal gathering time since ancient times. The Goddess manifests as
Mother Earth and the God as the Sun King. Colors are Yellow, Green, and
Blue. It is a festival of community sharing and planetary service. Lammas
July 31("Loaf mass", also called Lughnassad, "Commemoration of Lugh"; August
Eve) The First-Fruits of the Harvest, and as such a day of giving thanks -
but also one of sacrifice as the God-King becomes a willing sacrifice to
ensure the success of the next planting season.
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Summer | Midsummer |
August Eve | Links
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