For me…this really is the most wonderful time of the year. There is a magical quality about Christmas that really speaks to my romantic nature. The lights, the love, the scent of pine and cinnamon in the air, the warmth of a fire, and promises of gatherings with family and friends really help light the darkest of days. Many of the customs and traditions that we still adhere to today are rooted in ancient winter festivals that were centered around the winter solstice. Neolithic henges in Northern Europe that are aligned to the winter solstice have produced archeological evidence of…