The goddesses featured today are less well known than many other goddesses of the world. I am pleased to cast attention to these unsung heroines of our past times. Amaunet– Egyptian goddess of the mysterious primordial waters at the time of creation. The female counterpart of the hidden god Amun, she is often shown with… Continue reading Mythic Monday: 13 Unsung Goddesses
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Ireland and Yeats: Part 2
When my friends Karen and Lori visited Ireland recently, they soaked up as much culture, cuisine, music, and magnificent scenery as they could. Premium on the tour were sites pertaining to my favorite poet, William Butler Yeats. Last week’s post featured his verse, and this week we’ll take a brief glimpse into his private life,… Continue reading Ireland and Yeats: Part 2
Ireland and Yeats
“Cast a cold eye on life, on death. Horseman, pass by.” This is the famous epitaph on the grave of my favorite poet William Butler Yeats, 1856-1939. A few months ago my friends Karen and Lori visited Ireland, and part of their tour included paying homage to the great Irish poet and playwright. Knowing how… Continue reading Ireland and Yeats