Germanic name: RAIDHOAnglo-Saxon: RADOld Norse: REIDPhonetic value: RTraditional meaning: Riding, Journey Raidho - The Rune of Action & Direction This rune represents the sound "R" and is all about getting things moving and taking the reins.Beyond just a "ride" or "journey," Raidho symbolizes proactive movement, seizing control, and driving progress. Think of it as taking the lead, launching new initiatives, or strategically directing your path. It's about being the architect of your own journey, not just a passenger.

Germanic name: ANSUZAnglo-Saxon: OSOld Norse: ASSPhonetic value: ATraditional meaning: mouth, godThe Ansuz rune basically means "god" or "mouth" in its oldest form, Proto-Germanic—a big hint at its powerful, almost sacred vibe. For Vikings, runes weren't just letters; they were symbols loaded with deep significance. Ansuz, in particular, is super connected to the all-knowing Odin, who's like the ultimate source of wisdom, poetry, and magic.

Germanic name: THURISAZAnglo-Saxon: THORNOld Norse: THURSPhonetic value: TH

Germanic name: URUZAnglo-Saxon: UROld Norse: URPhonetic value: UTraditional meaning: aurochs Uruz ᚢ - The primal roar of the aurochs The aurochs - what a (unfortunately vanished) giant!

Germanic name: FEHU 

Magic is often thought of in terms of spells of healing, protection, and growth, 

As nights lengthen and storms return, whispers of the Wild Hunt fill the air.  This fantastical procession, a hallmark of winter folklore, carries tales of Odin and spirits traversing the night sky between the wintersolstice and the 1st of January.Im German folklore and especially what I learned from my family the Wild Hunt is led by those magnificent figures: Odin, the Allfather and Mother Holle.

21 December  the day of the wintersolstice - the turning point when the days start to get longer again. The wintersolstice has been an important event for people for thousands of years. It symbolises the rebirth of light and reminds us that even the darkest night comes to an end. Today, thermally insulated and well-heated houses protect us from the harshness of winter. Darkness can be banished thanks to light switches. And anyway... it never gets really dark in cities anyway. Nevertheless, we feel that the time around the winter solstice is something special. It invites contemplation and peace, reflection and contemplation. I am therefore sharing a few ideas with you on how you can consciously celebrate the winter solstice.

The wintersolstice, the shortest day of the year, marks a turning point, a moment of renewal. It's a time when the sun begins its journey back, promising longer days and warmer weather. To celebrate this special occasion, many cultures have turned to plants, each with its own unique symbolism and magical properties.

It's the time of the year again to collect chestnuts.

What are runes?