This feast of the coming of Spring celebrates the returning strength of the Sun and also held pastoral significance to the Celtic peoples. Oimelc is known as the feast of the flowing because at this time of the year the new lambs and calves are born and the ewes and cows begin to give milk. This was the signal to prepare for the first plowing of the fields and that Spring was on its way. Historically this feast day was mostly celebrated in the home. The plow also played a significant part of this holy day. Offerings of milk, cheese, or whiskey would be offered to the plow to ensure a plentiful harvest. The energy of life that is beginning to stir in the Green World can be tapped into and directed towards the goals we planned at Samhain.