On Saturday April 30, 2022, the Ondheim Theodish fellowship gathered at Thunreshof to celebrate the beginning of spring and Walpurgis / May Day. The gathering was well attended, having most of the Theod and some guests as well. The weather was absolutely beautiful, which was especially good given that only a week ago we had had a snowstorm with actual accumulation. The folk came together around noon and the day began with kubb, axe throwing, and archery practice and contests, then lunch was served, consisting of Heroes and an amazing assortment of quiches supplied by Skylar and Patricia! 
Lunch and socializing were followed by one of our teenage kinfolk Jason giving a demonstration and workshop on making blankets, which was one part of his Eagle Scout project he is in the process of completing with his scout troop. He is raising money and making blankets for the Snowball Express, which is an organization that is for children who have lost a parent or sibling in the military. We are all dedicated to supporting service members and their families in any way they can. The workshop went well, and blankets were made to add to the donations Jason will be making as a part of his project.
The folk then pe
rformed the Sigrblot ritual to ask The Gods and ancestors for victory in our goals and ordeals in the year ahead. Gifts of might and maegn, as well as a spear were given to the Gods and our pledge to continue striving and working to achieve our goals to better ourselves and our community in the coming year. In return we asked the Gods and ancestors for help and inspiration in our pursuits that we may better bring honor to our names. May the Folk be granted victory in the coming year!
After the ritual, we began the feast, which consisted of an assortment of dishes from smoked brisket, lamb, and kielbasa to roasted pork loin, potatoes au gratin, mixed vegetables and pasta. The folk feasted well, and much was placed on the sacral offering plate to Gods and ancestors.
After feast, we moved into the Symbel hall and held formal Symbel. Symbel opened with a reciting in old Norse and translation into English of an excerpt from Sigrdrifumal. Then the traditional three rounds of Symbel commenced with many good and worthy words were spoken and deeds recounted. Songs in ancient tongues were sang, boasts and brags were made, tears shed, and all was good in the hall. The Ondheim Theod even accepted a new thrall into the fold. It was a beautiful ritual, and the folk were truly inspiring to our guests. May the Gods and ancestors SEE us as we are, and may we continue to build Worth, Frith, and lasting accomplishments both in the secular and sacral worlds we inhabit!
Hail The Folk!