In pagan times, holly was considered protection against evil, because bad thoughts and naughty spirits got caught up and trapped the thorny branches.
The Holly King was a pagan mythical figure representing winter, and he was forever locked in battle with the Oak King.
And early tomorrow morning, the fight tips over to spring. The winter solstice is at 1:20 am, Pacific time. Now the slow crawl
back to daylight begins, although it will be many weeks until we notice it.
Up here in the dark lands, some of us leave the outdoor lights up through January. By the time we get around to taking them down, signs of spring are stirring in the Northwest.
The year is winding down fast. Christmas just around the corner. Savor the little moments.
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