On this midwinter day, the sun hangs low and pensive above the horizon. Its warm rays glide across the rolling hills surrounding the Wolfskop geological monument in Cadier en Keer. The light seems to pause for a moment, as if gently touching the ancient rock formation, illuminating the grass and limestone slopes in a golden glow.

A serene stillness settles in the crisp winter air; the interplay of light and shadow tells a story of time, earth, and silence, while the Wolfskop stoically welcomes the winter sunlight.

Arriving at the top of Wolfskop, the witch sisters warm themselves in the sun's light. They associate sunlight with the masculine power of the universe, as a counterpart to the feminine moon.

'Sowilo'

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The old wise Linden tree

An impressive old linden tree stands on the Wolfskop hill. It is unknown how long it has been growing there, but it could be that it after the Hotsboom tree, it is the oldest tree in the village Cadier en Keer. This linden tree may have once served as a marker or landmark.

This special tree was almost lost, when on Sunday afternoon, July 14, 1985, it was severely affected by a hurricane that raged through the region. The storm ripped off the crown and nearly broke the tree in two.

Fortunately, villagers Pieke Hornesch and Wiel Roosen intervened shortly afterward with a rescue attempt. Using an iron band, which served as a kind of corset, they pulled the two parts of the tree back together.

To everyone's surprise, the linden recovered and now stands in all its glory once again.

Thanks to this effort, one of its permanent residents, the tawny owl, did not have to find a new place to rest.

Midwinter

Here, at the foot of the old wise tree, the witch sisters perform their final nature ceremony; invoking the light of day. 

Daylight symbolizes new growth, creativity, and life that blossoms in darkness, like the life that is warm and protected in the womb ...of Mother Earth.

Midwinter is the darkest time of the year. A time that has historically been greeted with a certain fear. It is a period when the natural elements had free rein and the long, cold nights inspired deep respect among our ancestors.

In witchcraft and pagan religion, the winter solstice is celebrated because after this darkest day of the year, the days start to lengthen again.

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The eye is often used as a talisman to protect against negativity and bad luck, such as the belief in the "evil eye" or evil gaze. The eyes offer unique insight into a person's inner world.

The idea of ​​the eyes as gateways to deeper levels of understanding and magic reflects the spiritual philosophy of witchcraft, which centers on personal growth and connection with nature.

'Midnightgarden'

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Midwinter is a time to reflect on the earth and thank it for its gifts.

The witch sisters do this by creating a place of honor—on the sacrificial stone before the lime tree, they create an altar. They place beautiful stones from all corners of the world and let the scent of natural incense rise as a sign of gratitude.

'Eihwaz'

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O Nature,

awaken in the new year,
with green shoots, strong and ready.
Let flowers dance in rays of sunlight,
and birds sing in slopping valleys.

Let trees reach towards the sky blue,
and the earth sighs
under a fruitful dew.
Give us abundance,
a luxurious existence,
let life continue in your cycle.

O Nature,

grow and prosper,
with your eternal power.
Bring joy and hope,
to every night.

Your wisdom,
a timeless song,
we follow your rhythm.
...don't forget us.

After completing this ceremony, the witch sisters take up their broomsticks again to continue their adventure on 'The Witches' Road'.