04/30/2016
If you have ever wondered how June weddings got so popular, Beltane is the reason.The celebration is centered on s*x and fertility, and the month of May belonged to the Goddess, honoring her, to ensure there'd be enough babies born that year.
After families were able to recognize the successful beginning of the agricultural season, they could turn their attention to more pleasant pursuits, so naturally they got together...this a bit more literally. ;)
If a pregnancy occurred at Beltane, the couple could be Handfasted in June.
As most handfastings were done as a result of a pregnancy, and they were traditionally only for a year and a day. Infant mortality being what it was, and the people being pragmatic, if the pregnancy wasn't successful, or the baby died, both partners could have the chance to try again the following year.
Have a great month of May! If pregnancy is what you seek, I wish you well!
Of course, I hope all of you enjoy great s*x and a lot of Love!
Blessings,
Lila )O(