Shay's Rune

This coming weekend, December 21st to be precise, is the Winter Solstice, at least here in the Northern Hemisphere.  Since the Summer solstice in June, the days have been shortening a bit each day,  and it culminates in the longest night of the year, when the sun is at its most southerly point, and has likewise given us our shortest day of the year. And, despite the cold weather experienced, this marks the actual  first day of Winter. The final harvest of winter crops and thinning of the herds and flocks yield a bounty that must last throughout the cold winter months ahead, but first a celebration for the abundance. For the Norse and Germanic peoples, this was a time of merry-making, feasting and much revelry before the bitter cold kept people indoors and hunkering down for warmth for the next few months.  The Celtic peoples saw this as the battle between the dark Holly king, who has reigned since summer, and the Oak king, who now re-asserts his dominance with the rebirth of the sun.

Last Thursday I wrote about my excitement with participating in the vendor fair at Jack Desmond's that evening. Well, I wasn't disappointed. The food was tasty and service was great! And while there were about 23 different vendors, I was the only rune reader......actually the only reader of any sort. The four hours went fast and I was honored to share some info on the runes with a few curious people, and three honored me with the opportunity to read for them. Mark had a great time wandering between the two floors checking out the various offerings. With all the wonderful tables, he could have spent a small fortune. I pretty much stayed put, but was certainly not bored. All in all, it really was a wonderful evening. My friend Kim coordinates these vendor fairs a couple of times per year, and I have to tell you, she does a fabulous job. I'm hoping to have the opportunity to participate in the next fair (well, future fairs) when she gets it scheduled. I can't begin

It's that soon to be crazy time of year. The holiday season. While we should always hold within us why we celebrate, let's face it, we're still going to be goofy, crazy shoppers and planners, bakers and cooks. So to divert you early in the season before all heck breaks loose, let me remind you that we're less than a week away from the vendor's fair at Jack Desmond's Irish Pub. From 6-10pm, on Thursday, December 4th, nearly 25 vendor's will be available with an array of products and services to get your holiday shopping off to a great start. There will be food and beverages available for purchase from the pub, and there will be a raffle with prizes donated from each of the vendors. Each person that donates a pair of gloves or mittens, a hat or a scarf will receive a raffle entry. Shay's Rune will be there under the banner Have You RUNED Your Day Yet?  with rune readings for a flat rate of $20 for this special night. There will also be gift certificate

This is just a reminder that the November Psychic Faire at Transformation will be on 22nd November from 12-4pm. Also, this is the month that Moshka Imports (Ed and Sue, former owners of Sanctuary  Crystals) will be here with their gorgeous and huge selection of crystals, stones, and jewelry. All readings will be $1 per minute and and you will have your choice of readers as well. There will be available: Rosina for healings and readings , Vince with tarot, and Micheal with intuitive readings and messages, and of course, yours truly with her runes.  As always, walk-ins are welcome, but to guarantee a time or slot with the reader of your choice, please consider making an appointment ahead of time. So come on in early for a reading, or start your Christmas/Yule shopping early.

It is with great with pleasure that I announce ShaysRune.com (that would be me) will be participating in a Vendor's Fair on Thursday,  December 4th at Jack Desmond's Irish Pub from 6-10pm. Located at 10339 South Ridgeland Ave in Chicago Ridge, there will be a number of vendors to help you get your holiday shopping needs cared for. I will be doing rune readings at a flat rate of $20 for this fair. Food and beverages will be available from the pub. This is a fundraiser for St. Gerald's with each person asked to bring a winter item such as hat, scarf, mittens or gloves for donation please. Each person donating an item will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win items from the participating vendors, including myself. I am very excited about this event and am very happy for the opportunity to participate.  Kim Wimmer has been organizing these fairs for years, always with great success in turnout and for helping St.Geralds. The events page will be updated as the time d

Hail! Welcome to Shay 's Rune! This site will be under construction for awhile,  and rearranged quite a bit. Especially since I am more rune- savvy than tech-savvy.  But please feel free to look thru what pages I have so far. This is an exciting time for me. For while I have been working with the runes for over 10 years, it has only been within the last few that I have "gone public" by sharing their counsel and wisdom thru readings. I is my hope, over time, I will have the honor and opportunity to read for many of you. Thank you for taking the time to peruse this work in progress. And please do not hesitate on contacting me with any questions either via shaysrune@gmail.com; my Facebook page: Have You RUNED Your Day Yet?; or Facebook group (same name as the page). Fare thee well,....and please visit again soon!