This post is sponsored by Honeybee Toys
On our Advent journey this year, we will be celebrating Earth’s natural kingdoms, in the Waldorf tradition.
The first light of Advent is the light of stones–
Light that lives in crystals, seashells, and bones.
The second light of Advent is the light of plants–
Plants that reach up to the sun and in the breezes dance.
The third light of Advent is the light of beasts–
All await the birth, from the greatest and in least.
The fourth light of Advent is the light of humankind–
The light of hope that we may learn to love and understand.
We are using our birthday ring ~ repurposed for Advent ~ where each Sunday of Advent we will light a candle.
Our Advent ring will sit atop a beautiful blue playsilk, with a rose red playsilk in the centre.
Colours traditionally used in many Waldorf households as the colours of Mary. Blue representing thoughtfulness and introspection, while the blush red speaks to our human nature.
And guiding the way is the Angel.
For the first week of Advent we will place semi precious stones and seashells.
The first light of Advent is the light of stone–.
Light that lives in crystals, seashells, and bones.
We will light the candle with reverence and contemplation.
For the second week of advent we will place sweet flowers and leaves.
The second light of Advent is the light of plants–
Plants that reach up to the sun and in the breezes dance.
We will place wooden animals around our Advent ring for the start of the third week
The third light of Advent is the light of beasts–
All await the birth, from the greatest and in least.
And for the fourth week of Advent, we will place Mary and Joseph, with baby Jesus
The fourth light of Advent is the light of humankind–
The light of hope that we may learn to love and understand
We will soak up this slow and reflective journey.
Slowly building anticipation as we move closer to Christmas.
Our lovely Advent supplies are from Honeybee Toys. An Australian Family-owned business with a passion for childhood and the value of real play.
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Blessings, Kelly
