Sun Down

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As a Druid, marking the seasons as the wheel moves round is very important to me. By and large I do this quietly with my closest friends behind closed doors. There are no photos- it's a private affair enjoyed by us all. From time to time though the opportunity arises for me to celebrate with like minded souls.

This year Mythago were kindly invited by Sompting Morris to celebrate sun down on the Solstice up on the top of Highdown Hill above Angmering. After the sun had set torches and a flaming beacon were lit in celebration. It really was incredibly atmospheric to dance in the middle of a circle of people back lit in this way and it has does nothing to lessen my addiction to Morris Dancing I'm afraid!








Arilx

Comments

  1. Eileen T25 June 2015 at 07:39

    It sounds like a wonderful evening. There's something special about Morris dancing so I'm glad it didn't lessen your addiction ...everyone needs a healthy addiction in their lives!

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  2. Kim27 June 2015 at 00:43

    What a wonderful thing to do x

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