Journey into a winter’s tale where a child’s soft question stirs the magic of an Cailleach, the ancient grandmother spirit of Irish folklore — and the quiet miracles that can mend a grieving heart.

In our story, we meet a Little Boy navigating his first Christmas without his mother. Through his eyes, we witness a world filled with both sorrow and wonder — as he holds a single wish for the season: snow.

In a tale where myth is woven alongside the human heart, an Cailleach offers the Little Boy (and listeners alike) a spark of winter magic and a gentle reminder: our loved ones remain connected to us, even when their physical presence feels far away.

More on an Cailleach

Sitting with the Mothers: Getting to know An Cailleach. Into the Circle with Erica O’Reilly. Substack. 17 November, 2024.

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