#allhallowstide

So last night (on all hallows eve), I decided to make a little apple cinnamon cake as a treat for my family and to put a piece out, next to my mini pumpkins and HallowsEve candles for an offer to passing souls. When I woke up this morning I assumed itd still be there, I went to check/clean up and it was gone. I asked my mother if she had to clean it up, I figured she would do so if she saw any bugs flying around but she said No. I asked my fiance, he said No, and didnt even realize I put out an extra piece. I know it wasnt the dog because he was in the room with us over night and only came out of the room when I had gotten up. Also, he is a tiny dog and I had placed the offering on a plate atop a bench in the living room, right next to the tealight candles and small pumpkins, as previously mentioned. None of the objects were disturbed or a mess.🕯

I can only assume the passing souls enjoyed the offering and pray they find their peace along the way. I had made it clear that it was a passing offering and not an offer to stay in the vicinity. But I am happy they enjoyed the offering.🌙

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From ClerkofOxford's Twitter account, "A Hallowtide post, on medieval saints and modern shrines in English cathedrals: holy bones, pilgrim-tourists, and lights which burn before empty air "

Happy All Hallows' Eve, my friends!!

May the souls of your loved ones rest in the eternal light and mercy of God, the merciful judge.

May those of us who struggle with anxiety, trauma, and depression find peace in the love and grace of the saints who struggled before us.

AllHallowstide

Skogskyrkogarden cemetery on All Saint’s Day, Stockholm, Sweden.