“It is the life of the crystal, the architect of the flake, the fire of the frost, the soul of the sunbeam. This crisp winter air is full of it.” — John Burroughs
According to History.com, the winter solstice is the shortest day and longest night of the year. In 2024, in the Northern Hemisphere, it takes place on December 21. Want to hear the great news?! After the winter solstice, days start becoming longer again! Yay for more sunlight.
Around the world cultures have held feasts and celebrated holidays around the winter solstice. Fire and light are traditional symbols of celebrations held on the darkest day of the year.
https://www.history.com/topics/natural-disasters-and-environment/winter-solstice
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