Becoming a mother has reminded me of the importance of our ancestors, now I am one. The ancestors are within us, both encoded into our DNA but also in our traditions. The sacred practices that our ancestors performed - both recently and in ancient times - led their bloodline to us and taught us what we know. This is why venerating your own ancestors and, if you choose to worship the gods, venerating their gods is so important. You cannot truly connect to a culture that is alien to your heritage as the traditions of your ancestors are in your blood, those beliefs are innately connected to your soul. The love of hundred of thousands of mothers has led one bloodline to you - honour them by embracing their wisdom and their traditions.