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Feile Crom Pictures

22/6/2014

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On the morning of the Solstice we gathered at Temple Crom here in Roscommon, we did our morning energetic exercises and became focused on the day ahead. We travelled together by bus to Croagh Crom. During the trip we could see Crom from the distance, with just the very tip of the cone shrouded in clouds.
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We took some time to stand in circle and listen to the Sky Larks, feel the breeze and become fully present, we walked through the first couple of fields, then stood together looking out to the view. One of our members played the bodhrán, keeping us focused.
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Our two youngest members on the day, carried Crom Óg up the mountain.
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We're back.
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After a unique and beautiful Solstice Ceremony we went to work tending to the Stone Crom, collecting rocks to widen and lengthen the Serpent on the mountain.
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Happy Pilgrims.
After this shot we took our time travelling back down the mountain, which required a different sort of focus, complete attention paid to each step on the constantly moving scree.
We travelled back to Temple Crom and enjoyed a meal together, the camera's were well forgotten at that stage but I can give you a mental picture; of a group of happy Pilgrims sitting in a marquee, on the West side of the main building, on timber plank seats around a table laden with food, faces a glow from wind and sun....................
Happy Solstice.
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Final Details for Solstice Pilgrimage

19/6/2014

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Looking forward to this weekend and meeting some of you.

If you are intending to join us for all or part of this weekend, here's what you need to now:

Book by 7pm this evening. We are hiring a bus and preparing food so booking in advance is essential.

If staying Friday night please arrive by 5pm, we will have a meal together at 6pm, then light a fire in the roundhouse for chat, craic and story telling.
Bring your own tent and provisions for breakfast and lunch.

Arrive or be up and ready to go at 9am Saturday morning.

Travel with us on Saturday morning to Crom for ceremony or stay here at the Temple for ceremony, just let us know which.


For Saturday: please bring a packed lunch, rain gear, sturdy walking boots, a smile and a spring in your step.

If you have booked, we will have a meal together on saturday evening and another fireside session in the roundhouse. If camping please
bring your own tent and provisions for breakfast.


Happy Solstice,
contact me here in the blog comments or by email info@celticdruidtemple.com

Grá
Niamh





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Crom agus Corra - A story

8/6/2014

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Would you like to hear a story? This is a story that came to me one day whilst standing in the rain enjoying the drops falling on my face. I went into a sort of trance and started whispering words that turned into a story that was told through me from start to finish. It's a sad story, it's a very sad story, it's also a long story, are you sure you want to hear it? It's about Gods from along time ago and how they became Dragons. The good part is, even though it's a sad story there is still a chance for it to change, if you want it to. Here's my story:

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Preparing for your Pilgrimage

2/6/2014

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Your Intention

The reasons can be many and are always unique to you. It is a journey, a physical walk with an intention of spirit. Only you can prepare for this journey. Our overall theme for the weekend is to celebrate the Summer Solstice and our connection to the cycles of time. We will honour Crom and Corra on our journey and in our ceremonies.

Like most journeys, some preparation is needed. On the most basic level, you'll need sturdy walking boots, appropriate clothing i.e. layers and a rain coat. Maybe you'd like to bring a walking stick or staff. I have been crafting my own staff in preparation for my pilgrimage to Crom. This has been a focusing tool for me. I have formally introduced my staff to two of three realms and when I take the mountain path to the sky realm I will introduce my staff to the wonders of Sky. The walk will be a powerful experience for you if you prepare and become really clear on your intentions. Perhaps you wish to express gratitude, celebrate your connection to Spirit, declare love.......

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Being Present

When we arrive at the foot of the mountain, as well as some basic stretches I will guide the group in a series of Light Energy exercises. These are the same set of exercises we do when we prepare for any ceremony. Following this, an opportunity will be created for you to declare your intention (this will be optional, you may declare it in silence or out load) this will help focus your mind for the walk. Some tips will be shared for slowing your thinking brain so that you take in as much as the journey as possible, for instance it will be reccommended that for the first part, we walk in silence and with a respectful distance between each member of the group. We will stop half way up and take part in a mindfullness exercise, ensuring that we are fully focused and awake.


Celebration

We will take our time and enjoy the physical element of the journey, when we reach our destination, we will take some time for a peacful meditiation then stand in circle and celebrate the Summer Solstice with ceremony. When the ceremony is finished there will be time to do a little exploring on the mountain. We will then make the journey home with a renewed sense of connection and purpose.
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View of Lough na Corra from Crom

Limited Places Available - Booking in Advance is Required


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Annual Membership 10euros

Bus Ticket To Crom
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    Niamh and Con are founding members of Celtic Druid Temple and walk the path of Celtic Druids in Roscommon, Eire.

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