Wreath: symbol of a new year

An evergreen wreath is generally associated with Christmas. It actually began as a pagan ritual by the Romans to protect themselves from winter. It was placed on the doorway or portal to a home as a symbol of hope for the family's survival.

I found this wonderful succulent wreath at Shipwreck in Eureka. It was profoundly well-priced and having just read about cycles in history, I was eager to place this wreath in the gateway to my garden. It symbolizes the beginning of a new year and the beginning of a new cycle of seasons. It also conveys the hope of unbreakable time and the opportunity for a fresh start.