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I've written extensively about the pine tree in a book called The Solstice Evergreen: The History, Origin and Folklore of the Christmas Tree. The pine tree was of great spiritual significance to pagan societies around the world as a symbol of life and fertility even in the depths of winter. In the harshest of climates, in the darkest time of the year, the pine trees provided shelter while pointing to the heavens, assuring one and all that the life force that permeated the known universe was strong, benevolent and highly spiritual in origin. 

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Believe it or not, I wrote this blog post in 2009! Still, unfortunately, appropriate.

Holly addresses the age-old dilemma of how to harness the useful thrust for survival and fighting for justice we depend upon and still have a kind and loving heart. Kindness tends to vanish in the wake of war, and yet there are times that try the soul, especially when the limits of tolerance and fair play are breached by others putting their personal single-minded desires ahead of what works best for all concerned.



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Star of Bethlehem brings solace and relief to the person so defeated by the experiences they have been through that they retreat from life, sleep all day or refuse to participate by numbing themselves through drugs, inappropriate occult activities, or other escapist behaviors. The flower is also known as “Sleeping Dick” or “Nap at Noon” which gives great indication of the distress it is best known for curing. It was one of the key remedies in Dr. Edward Bach’s “Rescue Remedy” and is highly recommended for all cases of shock or trauma.

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