==== Explore Seasonal Rituals ====

Mission by [[:/user/Alchumilla|Alchemilla 'Lily' Umiliata]] 

  * find out about rituals and celebrations marking the change of seasons – start with local traditions, then research other practices and/or invent your own rituals
  * design a framework for all aspects of the experience: place, time, duration, flow, group and individual experiences, food and drink, atmosphere (colours, scents, forms, costumes, props…) and if appropriate a ceremonial ritual (this can be as formal or informal as needed)
  * invite people to join the ritual; provide the invitees with clear instructions if required
  * prepare the ritual on your own, or ask for assistance
  * conduct the ritual and enjoy yourself

  * **Estimated duration:** research: from a few hours to a few years; preparation: from a few hours to a few months; ritual: from a few hours to a few days
  * **Estimated number of participants:** at least one, but more than one is recommended
  * **Vegetal mindfulness:** nasturtium

==== References ====

  * [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Seasonal_holidays|Seasonal Holidays]]
  * [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wheel_of_the_Year|Wheel of the Year]], [[http://www.livingmyths.com/Celticyear.htm|Celtic Year]] and [[http://www.packrat-pro.com/celts/celtholidays.htm|Celtic Holidays]]
  * [[http://www.schooloftheseasons.com/flowers/chrysanthemum.html|Chrysantemum Day]]
  * [[http://www.punchbowl.com/holidays/eat-outside-day|Eat Outside Day]]
  * ...

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