In early November, we still walk within the portal of Samhain (pronounced Sow-in), a sacred time in which we begin to bid adieu to the lighter half of the year and begin to welcome in the dark. In our modern culture, we celebrate the beginning of the new year in January, a time that tends […]
Do you feel it? Do you feel that slight chill that runs down your spine, and yet the weather remains relatively mild? Do you notice that chill grows a little stronger each day as we move through the month of October? What about the fact that it feels like it comes with a sense of […]
Rosehips (Rosa spp.) — The Fruit of the Rose When the last blossoms of summer fade and the petals of the rose drift away on autumn winds, a quiet transformation takes place. In their place, small, glowing fruits emerge—bright red and orange jewels known as rosehips. They hang like lanterns along hedgerows and wild thickets, […]
There’s something deeply comforting about having your own home apothecary—a collection of herbal allies ready to support you and your loved ones through the seasons. As the cooler months approach and winter’s challenges come knocking, now is the perfect time to prepare your shelves with remedies that nurture, protect, and restore. Why Create a Home […]