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How to Celebrate the Vernal Equinox and First Day of Spring. The vernal equinox is one of
two days during the year when day and night are of equal length. Here are some ideas rooted
in ancient traditions to celebrate it. You will need Conjugal partner Pleasant weather
Egg and time off from work. Step 1. Conceive a child. According to an ancient German legend,
the goddess of fertility conceived a child with the sun god on the first day of spring.
The child was born nine months later on December 21. Step 2. Take a walk outside. In ancient
Greek mythology, the activity of the gods coincided with the rebirth of plants around
the time of the vernal equinox. Step 3. Enjoy an egg. According to an ancient Saxon legend,
the lunar goddess transformed an injured bird into a rabbit, but forgot to take away its
ability to lay eggs. These were given to the goddess as gifts. The name of this goddess
was Eostre. Step 4. Take a day off work. In the ancient Baha'i faith, no work was done
on the day of the vernal equinox. However you celebrate it, get ready for the longer
days to come! Did you know The word _vernal_ comes from the Latin word for spring.