Birch. The ancient Proto-Indo-European word for birch bherH-g-o is associated with the words for it shines glitter flash shimmer brilliance brightness white and bright in several languages the gaelic word for birch beith is closely related to the gaelic words bith (existence enduring constant) and bithe (womanly feminine). Scandinavian couples would celebrate May Day by making love in a birch forest because birch forests were sacred to Frigga goddess of fertility and love. The legendary Celtic lovers Diarmid and Grainne slept in birch-branch huts as they fled their pursuers. Birch trees and linden trees were commonly offered as sacrifices in Druidic groves. Birch is regarded in all cultures as a goddess tree. Use her to put yourself in touch with the feminine aspect of the universe and within yourself. She tells us to honor our female side our vulnerability and helps us to focus on what needs doing and gives us energy in the process. Give all your honor and respect to the birches. They show us the straight path of wisdom lead us safely through dark forests of the soul and bring us home to the clear light within.