Why is there a sheep here this morning? The name Imbolc is likely taken from an Old Irish expression meaning "in the belly", a respectful nod to the ewes of the flock who are pregnant at this time of the year.
An ancient tribe's prosperity and reputation depended on the fertility of its livestock. Today's festival celebrates fertility, springtime, and the lambing season about to begin in so many corners of the northern hemisphere.
No lambs will be born in the eastern Ontario highlands for at least another month, but here is a contented face from another lambing season. This morning, we are halfway between winter and spring, and that is something to celebrate.
Happy Imbolc, happy Candlemas! May there be light in your life.
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