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A Waldorf advent journey

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

???  You can follow along on Facebook and Instagram to see snippets of our days ???

Blessings, Kelly

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A Waldorf home

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I adore seeing my friend’s Waldorf inspired homes.

I take such inspiration from the way they have arranged things, their toy choices and the general feel of their space.

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These lovely photos are from one such friend’s home.

My friend lives in a sweet cottage, set back up off the road, with wonderful green paddocks, gum trees and a dam nearby.

She has lovely big windows letting light stream through.

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The first thing I noticed when I visited was the feel of her home.

The way it welcomed, warmed and made me feel comfortable.

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I can imagine her lovely children embraced by their surroundings.

Happily playing with their beautiful and simple Waldorf inspired toys.

With sunlight gently dancing around them as they cuddle their dolls and make cups of tea at their play kitchen.

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Isn’t it a lovely space *smile*

You can see our play kitchen here and some of our Waldorf inspired toys here.

???  And follow along on Facebook and Instagram to see snippets of our days ???

Blessings, Kelly

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