Monday 18 April 2011

(Special) Fun and games.

Time to have some fun this spring.
Today we'll be covering some fun little games to entertain you on those long warm days.

Ok, we'll start with energy ball. I bet you're getting the image of dragon ball z style glowing and AAAAARRRR ing. But no, this is a chilled out and fun game that's sort of like playing catch with water balloons.
You rub your hands together and concentrate on throwing a ball of energy to between them. One you've created it you  can throw it to someone, or at them. They'll get an instant feeling of cold water exploding over them. It's a fun and harmless game to play for people aged 2-99.

As its spring and all those flowers, birds and animals are out it's a great time to go spotting. Just go for a walk and see how much you can see. Feed the birds (seed not bread, it's better for them) and the squirrels. It's highly liberating feeding a wild bird directly from your hand.

It's also a great time of year to put together new robes, find a wand, paint, draw, make music, take pictures. In fact anything creative. It's a time of life and freedom so go out and use this time wisely.

Also a great time to get the whole town together. Get the maypole out and dance like it's 1699. Share food and drinks. A barbecue is great and fresh fruits are abundant. Socialise and  get some sunshine.

Plant some new flowers and watch them grow. Caring for something outside of yourself can be highly fulfilling. Plus flowers always small nicer alive than cut.

For all of you out there who prefer the ''creepier'' side of life as we move towards Beltane spirits get a lot more active, so it's a perfect time for a ghost hunt. But remember, be legal, respectful and safe. No bringing things home.

It's a nice time to make wishes in the evening too. You'll need paper, pencils, a fireproof bowl or fire pit, kindling and a match or two. Write your wishes on the paper, fold them up then place them in the fire, careful not to burn yourself. As the sparks rise see your wish rising, and hope for it to be granted.

Be romantic, be spontaneous, be a child at heart, eyes open to the wonder of the world, and most of all, be safe.