In Ireland, spring officially starts on February first to honor St. Brigid, who, according to pagan legend, was able to make even the rocky farms of Ireland productive. The pagans honored Brigid February first because it was the first day of spring in the pagan calendar.
St Brigid’s day, which in the Irish Language is called Lá Fhéile Bhríde is still traditionally celebrated by the making of a Saint Brigid’s Cross. These crosses are made by weaving rushes together, and are believed to protect your home in the year ahead.
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