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As changes have unfolded in my life, I was lead to create a new blog to reflect the growth and change emerging in me and around me.Look for more recipes, plant pictures and research, fun and family too because I love to share about LIFE at DreamseedsOrganicsblogIf you are a subscriber to Blessings of an Herbyfe, you can subscribe to the Dreamseeds Organics blog too to make the transition easy.I

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jim mcdonald is a 36 year old married father of 2 boys ages 5 and 1 years old. And a cat named chicken little, and one named ceilidh (kay-lee). I purposely typed jim's name lower case, because this is his style everywhere I have ran into him online.No fancy nor formal spelling or capitalizing, yet his plant wisdom is really phenomenal and he is a really cool guy. Not only that, I have a thing

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I know I have told you about Tina Sams before on my blog. She is one of those people I have never met but love like an old friend.Well she is opening up her heart to the world by offering a FREE YEAR subscription of her magazine, The Essential Herbal, to a well deserving person (luck as we often call it).This magazine is filled with writings from farmers, gardeners, crafters, herbalists,

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The kids and I took a hike up Teton Pass. I carried with me a sadness of this great herbalist who literally has been very helpful to so many. He passed away on February 20.To honor him, as well as my ancestors that have passed, I brought some tobacco up there and found a place with a tree and 2 wild plants sticking out of the snow.There was an open patch in the snow, so we knelt down, gave

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My mom, who passed away this past summer, use to play alot of music from the 50's and 60's. This Fifth Dimension song is one I remember well.On Feb 14, the planets were lined up like the song, and an astrological chart was drawn up to reflect a time of spiritual transformation and relationships.Now whether you beleive in this stuff or not, won't matter because regardless it was in the sky and

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It had been an intense week of caring for others, and ending up not feeling so well myself.Sometimes during illness, emotions come up. Do not ignore them. If frustration and anger swell up inside, then pay attention and see that sometimes these stuffed emotions need to come up and be dealt with. Illness sometimes is a result of stuffed emotions, or it brings things to light often times.So I spent

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Or rather work and play. I had about a dozen packages to ship today!! Thank you for those who support my work!The sun was shining, and with moderate temps this week, the roads are mostly clear.And since we had to be out today, I decided that after errand running, I would take Olivia to hang out at Planet Palate.This is the little cafe I worked at for like a day:) Some of you might remember, the

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This month I feature Arizona herbalist Darcey Blue. The first time I was exposed to Darcey, I ordered some things from her including an awesome smudge she made with desert herbs.She has been a passionate herbalist, an amazing cook, and continual student of health.She has always been very kind and supportive to me throughout the years, and has been a source of encouragement in times I felt like

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People wonder why I love it here. I could give many reasons, but by far it is nature herself being on the top of the list. The people. The community support of children. The women I drum with. Our thrift store. The energy of generosity and activity. My partner in herbal work, Dragon LadySo much I love.But today I have to share a picture that made the front page of our newspaper.Last night the

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Traditional SoapmakingFebruary 7, 2009 1 p.m. 1 p.m.$25Come have tea and learn the art of traditional soapmaking in the cold kettle fashion.Please bring a container to take some soap home with you.Recommeded containers are used tofu containers, frozen juice containers, to go coffee cups, or anything that is non aluminum and that you can peel around the soap or cut if needed.This class will be

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Community Tea Party sponsored by JH Organics and Dragon Lady Tea is a free event held every 3rd Thursday.The event is free and all are welcome to come enjoy a some music, some snacks, browse the store, and drink some of the finest herb tea blends ever!This is a sneak peak of what we did at the January Tea Party.We love when the Blackthorn Trio can woo us with this lovely celtic sound.This trio

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When Kiva and I had our interview together it was several months ago. I decide to hold off on her interview being posted until she was able to complete her summer retreats and classes. The summer and fall is very busy for them and I wanted her to be able to breathe before I posted her interview in case people wanted to contact her.She is a passionate fountain of herbalism and people are drawn to

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Usnea barbataUsnea has been a plant I have been so pleased to get to know.Also called 'Old Man's Beard'This lichen is is a combination of two organisms: fungus and algae growing in symbiotic union as one plant. Stephen Harrod Buhner in his book Sacred Plant Medicinewrites that as he spent time in the forest, and of course saw usnea, that it was useful for the respiratory system of the planet.

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Think ahead, as you travel the laneto your health food store or grocery chainThink ahead to what you truly needGuard your heart against waste and greenYou enter the building and head to the spacewhere produce lines the chilled caseSo many choices, what shall I buyto make a nice salad or tasty stir fryConsidering the lovely skin and fleshwhat will feed you and your loved ones bestMake the best

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I just want to clarify that this week, I have begun going back to my birth name Haslam.This week my husband told me that he was moving on, which after a 6 month separation, with no changes, was understood.This might be the last of my discussion of this as I wish him well in his life and hope that we will be good friends in the future.But I too feel my call and absolutely cannot conform to what

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A wee opening to see the flowing water despite the narrowing of passage due to ice and snow.Rosehips against the snowy landscape-SO BEAUTIFUL!I have arrived home from a longer than expected and wonderful trip. Back to the mountains with ice and snow. Most of the days this week were grey as the sun has been hidden behind the snow dropping clouds.I love it here-love the beauty and fresh air, the

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I love bringing these herbalist to my blog. Herbalism is not a fixed art, and herbalists from around the world work in various forms of our passion.We have experienced those that have sanctuaries to protect and grow herbs, those that are clinical practitioners, midwifes and soon to be doctors, and Tina Sams who developed her love for herbs into a bi monthly magazine.Today I share with you a

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Prior to my departure to visit family for the holidays, I had a session with friend, author and astrologer Lyn Dalebout.Taking a peek into the way the sky looked when I was born, on a new moon eclipse, her sidereal knowledge showed a definate healing path along with some other things that I have felt strongly I need to accomplish as well. I am still blown away by how much truth came through her

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Am am the oldest of 4 children. I am the only one that has been married(twice)The second oldest, who is 40, decided that while family was in town for the holiday, he and Jenn would marry.So this was a huge and unexpected event for our family which really made Christmas even more special.Being together is always difficult anyway, and some of my children were not there, but all my brothers were and

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Top 100 Herb BlogsI see some familiar blogger friends on the list too. YAY.I was so happy to see this because to me, it shows the need to work together in our skills to help our communities.My daughter is preparing for nursing school and it was also very reassuring to send her this link and say, "See, the medical community as we know it needs the unity and care that we can give".Thank you

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In my experience, these 2 kitchen spices are miracle foods in the truest sense of the word miracle.I want to share a couple stories with you and some simple recipes to help you with this winter ail.Prior to Thanksgiving, I had company for 2 weeks straight practically. It was wonderful and fun and I have no regrets, but also my visitors were here during one of the busiest times of the year for me

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Please come by and see our affordable Christmas sets stocked tonight at Freshhttp://hyenacart.com/fresh

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Karen Fegelman is the creator of Hyena Cart. When Hyena Cart started, there was listings of high demand items such as cloth diapers and natural family needs. The shoppers would in turn wait around like a pack of hyena's waiting for a special something to be listed so that they could purchase that item.So Hyena Cart was then named after these 'hyena packs'. And she created a fabulous interface for

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So this year I am living in Wyoming and my husband is in Arkansas. This was the first in 8 years we had not celebrated together.And interestingly, it was by far the best. No expectations, no family order, nothing like that.Prior to the holiday my daughter and granddaughter came down for a few days. the above pic was an early Christmas we celebrated here with 6 of my 7 children. The wee one is my

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As we went to hike a trail leading to a lake, some die hard ski enthusiasts marched quickly past us with joy and determination in their future plans. I have no idea if they were going to hike up the Grand and ski down it or not, but that is certainly the way they were headed. So I had to get a pic. People here tend to live on the edge and challenge is a normal thing for so many here.Benny stands

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Driving deeper into the Gros Ventre mountains, we came onto a small herb of mountain sheep.I was thrilled because this is not something commonly seen, like elk, antelope and deer.It is wonderful living among the herds Our family challenged each other to hike up a small steep hill and I am thrilled that both these children are good hikers. They have suprised me on more than one occassion taking

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As our family walked through a forest path, a little bird made such a noise!I am not sure if the presence of humans created this stir or if this bird does that anyway.But it was sure cute There was alot of this plant growing along the pathBen attempts a hike up a steep hill and does it easilyThere is almost no escaping the Teton range no matter where you goNature brings out the love in us all

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With the short summer season here in the high altitude, sometimes a long fall comes after that.This can be difficult for a town that depends upon tourism, because there is not a heavy snowfall. Here in the valley of Jackson, there is no snow on the ground.My husband is here visiting and my daughter and granddaughter will be here in 2 days for a half week visit.I am very content that we have had

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Do you bless your home or send energy about it for protection and safety?I learned in the Christian tradition about this years ago and have transferred that powerful act into my spirituality today.I have used smudge, salts, prayers and essential oils for many blessings I have done for myself or others over the years. If you feel your house needs clearing, try burning smudge, sage, mugwort,

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Get free shipping and 1 of each beeswax ornamentsFor the first 3 people who order over $100 worth of products from Dreamseeds Organics http://hyenacart.com/dreamseedsLarge StarMedium StarMoonBuffaloBearMooseThis special will help you adorn your natural home OR give as gifts to others.These also can be wrapped on a present to decorate.If you would like to give as gifts, you can divide the star and

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I cast my vote this week and it felt good. Originally I was not going to vote, but then I had a dream that was so odd that it compelled me to move for local government as well as the Prez.A mama online shared this link today and it was so interesting, I thought I would share that here tohttp://www.iftheworldcouldvote.com/Just to get an interesting perspective of how people feel.Be a voice people,

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The D-Team.Dreamseeds(me) for scentsactional herbal specialties http://www.dreamseedsorganics.comDragon Lady Heather Bupp-Some of the best tasting herbal tea blends around, as well as an awesome friend and great herbal practitionerhttp://www.dragonladytea.comMerav-She is the spunkiest woman my age I know! And the best damn massage therapist ever. If you are in Jackson, get one from her, for sure.

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Sometimes it seems all we do is go looking for plants, and create potions,salves, tinctures and teas, doesn't it.There is an idea that herbalism is our devout religion and that we do nothing else.(it is my religion:) lol )I just wanted to shout out to my son Jonathan for completing his football season with the youth league. He already is sad that it is over and looking forward to next year.The

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I love the cheerful energy of this picture of Matthew Wood.He was actually speaking in a neighboring state a month or so ago and I sadly missed that venue.Matthew is an amazing herbalist and has authored such books asSeven Herbs, Plants as Teachers Earthwise HerbalThe Book of Herbal Wisdom: Using Plants as Medicines The Practice of Traditional Western Herbalism: Basic Doctrine, Energetics, and

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What do you do to help to empower yourself?This past weekend I spent time with someone who broke free from some seriously disabling situations and like metamorphis, had incredible change.The healing work was brought about from some herbal readings that eventually lead to Cranialsacral therapy.What a blessing to see a woman not only break free, but have joy again.So we decided to celebrate with

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This is a lovely patch of Arrowleaf Balsamroot that grew this summer. Although it is resting now, the vibrant plant blooms all over the valley here in Wyoming.The flowers are 3-5 inches wide and are part of the sunflower family.The leaves are velvety, sometimes up to a foot long, and has a silvery grey tinge to it from the velvety hairs.The root is useful for immune stimulation and a good first

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This picture was after a rainstorm. It was the first full rainbow I had ever seen in my life which seemed to touch down at the site or an organic biodynamic farm I did some work at this year.The picture is fitting for the post because there is a rainbow for us all.ChangesHas this been a year of changes for you? Change is hard, isn't it.Yet the divine call for change cannot be ignored because

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I was harvesting herbs in the forest this week hiking up hill with my 2 youngest children. It seemed nature was calling to me so strong that day, giving me ideas for many medicinal purposes to help others.I felt such joy and power.The same feelings I often experienced as a kid when my dad would take me fishing in the mountains of Utah. I would wander for hours perfectly content without fear and I

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I learned a great truth this week. I dont know if I ever considered the sun healing, rather more helpful for things like vitamin D and health.But this week I learned how the sun can heal.I was out with my children as they prepared for the school bus. It was very chilly and I was not planning on being out to long so did not dress accordingly.On my way up to my apartment, the neighbor comes out and

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I am so pleased to present today Aviva Jill Romm. She is a 41 year old mother of 4 children ages 22-14 years.She has been married for 24 years. Author of such books as Natural Health After Birth, Vaccinations, A Thoughtful Parents Guide,The Natural Pregnancy Book: Herbs, Nutrition and Other Holistic Choices,Pocket Guide to Midwifery Care, and Naturally Healthy Babies and Children: A Commonsense

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learn from the river, the river that I love.She flows down from the mighty mountains, cutting through stone. Pouring down onto sage filled flatlands nourishing cottonwoods that sit at the feet of natures cathedral.The river absorbs the deepest snows and extended rains. She widens herself to carry the load, as her purpose must be fulfilled.Even in times of drought and emptiness, she will adjust

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Nicole Carter has become a dear friend to me as well as someone I turn to sometimes for help. Nicole is a 33 year old mother to 2 beautiful children. The work she has forged out in my hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada has been such a blessing to the community as well as myself.Her husband is very supportive of her work in teh Nevada desert, and I totally expect her to bloom in big ways. She has laid

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So as many of you know, I have been in Jackson Wyoming for almost a month now.Came here as an internal nudging, a sense of healing and growth and education in the natural world.I have my 3 littles and my 2 older sons are here. My ex husband is here.My current husband is home at the herb center.I know to look at me right now, things would seem improper, wrong, confusing, unstable, and wacked out

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My mom passed away friday night...she died of lung cancer.It is intense in my life right now for so many reasons, so I am probably going to need some time to work through this. Just letting you all know.Love KR

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Imagine the way it used to be when women actually supported one another. Do you know what that is like? Probably very few of us have had the blessing of that.Do you take time for yourself doing something that actually nurtures you?How is your connection to nature around you? Do you fear it or does it soothe your soul?There are so many thoughts that I seem to understand deeper as I have

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I have so many beautiful pictures to share, but have to use the library computer. Dont know how I will get these uploaded anytime soon. We are having a beautiful time so far here.The trip was uneventful with the exception of a visit with my dear friend Eve Mary.About an hour from Jackson, we drove over a large mountain pass and once over the Tetons were in a fog in the distance. It was almsot

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Jsut a brief update on our first half day on the road. Our suburban is loaded to the brim with stuff....mostly my boys' things they need in Wyoming.A little opening to see out the back window and the maximum safe speed for such weight is 65mph.The stereo in our gas machine is very nice, so I grabbed a nice handful of cd's to which John Mayer, Jack Johnston, Metallica, Matchbox Twenty and

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Headed to the Tetons where the air is clean and the herbs are wild this year.Dragon Lady Tea, Heather Bupp and I are going to spend time visiting and working with the plants, attending a full moon womens drum circle, and I am sure much more.Her teas rock by the way if you want some yum!I will be back a changed and stronger herbal woman! WOO HOOWish me well...my kids and I are sardines lol

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As the humidity rises in the Ozark air, I can smell the wise mother elder as her blossoms reach out like an umbrella toward the shining sun. I plant myself down under her branches to have lunch with my children. What a pleasant experience of peace and serenity as her aroma fills our space.She is magical and wonderful adn full of folklore. Her name, ELDER is appropriate. You see, her value is as

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I am headed to the rocky mountains armed with 3 children under 11 and a suburban loaded to the brim with my grandbabies furnishings and my older childrens stuff (junk really)I have made some awesome items to take with me and am running a kick ass sale today.3 for $10 lip balmThese will come in .5 oz tins with no label.Handwritten on label, but the quality is still perfect (I ordered the wrong

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Its hard to go back to sleep...lolWelcome to the world Samuel Lattimoreborn this morning at 2:46 am 6 lbs 12 ozI live an hour and half away and missed his emergence by less than half an hour.It was glorious to be with Joy after her birth to be with sweet Samuel and be there for Joy in case she needed anything.Now I cannot get back to sleep....Good things happening.I love you Joy (and Latt,

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Some of you have walked a path with me for several months of suffering.I literally felt as though my insides had fallen and were going to come right outta me.From there, my body began to react very strangely and off balance. I had digestive issues, back pain, got a UTI and all manners of strange and painful physical symptoms which then wreaked havok on my emotional well being.The doctors were

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Angie Goodloe is such a sweet herbalist as well as educated.She is a 34 year old wife and mother. She is due with her second child very soon as well as has a daughter that is about a year and a half.So herbal mothering is second nature to this wonderful woman.I am sure we will see more of Angie in the years to come.I sent her a questionairre and here is a littel about her life she shares with

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Women, I plead with you, DO THESE!I cannot even begin to tell you how important these are. I will be blogging my painful experience soon, but for now, most important is to get this information out there to women.Eventually, things can go south in the body. Muscles can atrophy and give out.Menopause, with the lack of hormones, can be a huge factor in this as well as childbirth.Because cancer

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So the last night in Minnesota, I was invited to a party of women doing a talent show. There I met 2 cancer survivors who beat the odds, which at the time was so encouraging to me.I met actresses, moms, dancers, and other women having a great time.some yummy food, organic beer and local wine and I was having the time of my life in the energy of strangers, yet sisters.Each woman present was to

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This year I have prayed for travel opportunities, and blessedly enough I have had a few.Last week I journeyed to Minnesota and go to spedn time with many women there.First was with Kathy Jo (video to follow in another post YOU MUST SEE) and she had some things I needed to pick up. She arranged a cyber mama get together for me to meet some amazing MN women I have come to know over at Amitys.Katie,

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Last weekend some local friends and our family had a surprise baby shower for my friend Joy as she prepares for the upcoming birth of her third child.Joy's family has some food sensitivities such as gluten intolerances and dairy as well.So trying to come up with good menu's to bring to get togethers sometimes challenges me because I don't have alot fo education in this area.So I pulled a few

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This is the original story written almost 2 years ago. I pulled this part off my website and needed a place to store it for others to read if they need encouragement in getting through treatment.Kristena, I have some bad news for you.Those words are all I can recall that day in late March, 2006. Everything else became a blur as I tried to absorb the words spoken to me. I had not had a pap smear

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Name: Karen Hardage Age: 47 Sex: Female Marital status: Married Children: 1 daughter & 1 daughter by marriage. Do you remember what was going on in your life that lead you to herbs?-- As a child, I always spent lots of time outside exploring and communing with nature. That was where I was most comfortable and happy. From my earliest memories, I have always been drawn to the plants and

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Fight the frumpWhy do we tend to let things go as mothers. We are tired, don't always feel like having sex I suppose, then we avoid looking sexy. Months or even years go by and we are depressed when we look into the mirror. This should not be, mama's.This does not ONLY mean hawt clothing, make up and styles. We can still be humble earthy mama's, but we NEED TO FEEL BEAUTIFUL. (even if that means

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Tammy from Witchen Kitchen tagged me in another game where I need to describe 6 quirky things aobut myself.There are rulesHere are the rules of this Blog Tag Game:Link to the person who tagged you Mention the rules in your blog Tell about six unspectacular quirks of yours Tag a new set of six following bloggers by linking them And sadly, I am not really up to a whole lot these days. It has been a

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Val tagged me to do this so to appease her...lol I will.By the way, her link is in my side bar and she is one amazing crafty mama. I am continually amazed at her creativity and her kids are so lucky to have such talent and good energy raising them.1. I like to journal things2. blogging is easier for me than journaling especially since pictures can be attached and give a visual for the topic at

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Heather and I met a couple weeks ago in Jackson, Wyoming.I of course, curious about all the hopeful herbalists I can meet, began a search for other like minded like I always do. I must be honest, whenever I have tried to connect with other herbalists, they usually ignore me, but there are 2 so far that have reached back out in my desire to continue community in the green lovin world.Nicole Carter

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Fear.Fear and stress go hand and hand, maybe along with caffeine consumption. For me, in March, I was due for another cancer checkup which up until then was every 3 months.(thankfully that all checked out ok and I graduated to every 6 months)There is something about those checkups that make it so hard. I fear doctors. I fear needles and poking and being naked in front of them and mostly I fear

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I know it is spring and the likelyhood of a snow tipped moutain with mounds of snow at the base is odd. But if I may express this sactuary for a short period of time, I hope that you too may experience internally what this place did for me.I will share my story briefly.My daughter, granddaughter and I were traveling to Jackson Wyoming May, 2008. This picture is taken about 2 hours before we

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Headin Out!A 2 day journey lies ahead. Armed with a rental car, a Saturn Vue, complete with XM radio and onstar, along with as much of Rachies posessions that fit, we head out after noon.First Stop-to see my sweet friend Eve Mary who I haven't seen in 2 years or more. I can't resist...we spend the night for longer social. So sad to say goodbye until next time my sweet friend....hopefully not as

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So what does a working woman with children, a husband out of work, who is battling unaware seasonal depression because she is not geting sunlight or human contact struggle with the most?Stress.Stress of finances.Stress over some of the bad choices my kids made in this time.Stress of deadlinesStress of failingStress of getting fatStress of the condition of the world.And that is just the big

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Tommarrow shoppe is closed and my daughter Rachel, her baby and I are renting a car to move them to Wyoming where her Rachels dad lives.I will spend 9 days with Rachel and Meg and hopefully can help support her during the transition.I will not have computer access so it will actually be much like a vacation in the Rockies.I brought some herb books I need to finish and my Newcombs wildflower guide

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I was blessed to get some input from fellow herbalist Jess.I loved her encouraging discussion about walking the path and learning as you go.It reminded me so much of how we need to take steps to get ANYWHERE and not be afraid to take them or to make a blunder now and then.Jess is a 28 year old female, partnered, and mother of a 2 and a half year old son. Jess lives her herbal life in South West

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Today I bring more plants to the blog:) Doesn't spring liven your senses, but remember her season is short, so slow down to observe and ENJOY IT! This year I am and what joy!Here is Goldenseal Hydrastis canadensisThis is on the United Plant Savers endangered list so we have some planted here in our forest edge where it likes to be. We also have black cohosh and american ginseng planted and when

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Sharing the harvest, prior to creating a delicious meal.Sauteed fresh farmers market onion and crushed garlic in a bit of coconut oil. So yummy.Added poke in after cooking in a few changed of water.I added just a bit of vinegarette to flavor.Enjoy

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Here is the picture I promised. ;)Well I do have to throw this in because it is part of the lessons, however there is a bit of a different expression of why. Todays lesson is DIET.Yes, yes we always hear this, yet its a true problem for so many of us.Now let me say that I battled weight all my life. I was always 10# overweight as a kid until I was a teen and chose some unhealthy methods to get

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I have noticed that many older ladies with full vibrant lives, take care of themselves.How they do that will be unique to each woman, but many get perms, color their hair, wear makeup, use henna, make their own creams, use herbs, whatever.The similar vein in all this is taking care of themselves. Which is rather impressive to me right now.My son went on a trip last week to be with his dad and get

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So, in this busy season I experienced, the mistakes I made were factors in poor health after the busy season was over. A crash I guess you could say.I shared with you already about posture. I shared about human contact.Today. Movement.You see, 4 months of working at the computer, not going anywhere, not doing any physical work caused me to become weak and flabby. My muscles already battle with

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Certainly this is not all, but this is what I am using, have identified, need to identify or most abundant. It seems each day brings more growth. It is a joy to see before your eyes, the energy of life coming forth.I will share a few pics now and then in order to not overwhelm, yet if you need help ID ing a plant in your yard, maybe the pics I share will help. And if you know one that I cannot

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With permission I share this interview that came through the Anima Blog.Anima....I leave open an opportunity in my life, that if I should go this year, so shall it be.A place in the wilderness of New Mexico...those that know me know that alone makes me swoon. Yet Kiva Rose and I have become better acquainted and as I have become closer to her, I feel too I have become closer to Loba, Jesse and

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Here is a variation of Deviled Eggs we made using the guidelines in this recipe-And if I may add, I do brush Olivia's hair...:) But often when we do these videos it is on the fly after we work or play hard. So what you get here is the real deal...and sometimes...well...we have bad hair:) This comes again from Kalyn's siteChipotle-Lime Deviled Eggs(Makes 12 deviled egg halves, can easily be

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Mexi Slaw recipe from Kalyns Kitchen4 cups thinly sliced green cabbage2 cups thinly sliced red cabbage(You can use all green or all red cabbage.)2 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup chopped cilantro (or more)4 T mayo3 T fresh lime juice (more or less to taste)hot sauce to taste (I used about 1/2 tsp. green Tabasco sauce)salt to taste (I used Vege-Sal)Thinly slice cabbage, using a mandoline or

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Our sweet Jack (rabbit) loves to cruise around the yard and nibble. Trying to keep him out of my chickweed patch ins't easy. He is like a dog, he sees me there and he comes running.Recently, an woman I have come to know online came through the area and paid us a visit with her family. Youmay have seen pictures from earlier in the month.Her name is Kathy Jo, and I was blessed to have her make her

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So as I shared in part 1, I tend to be solitary. I dont mind being alone. Possibly because I have so many children.I enjoy quiet and feel completely nervewracked in social situations of magnitude. I want to literally crawl under a rock.So spending an entire season, basically out of touch with the people around me, and just focused on my computer, caused not only an out of touch feeling, but

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I had one of those health battles that not only kicks your ass but causes you to contemplate deeper of who you are what you want to be. Change. In attitude and habits.It felt like one of those times just tipping the underworld, much like childbirth when you feel you cannot go on and that you will be swallowed up by this experience.Then the strength comes and you muster up the power to get through

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Welp, what can I say? we tried to cram stuff into a few hours. It was a great time for everyone I think....KJ and I maybe had a wee bit to much shiraz.But talk about good eats....Garbanzo beef soup with fresh cilantro from Patrice and wild greens from the Ozark hills, Popcorn she made-yum! Salad from our grocery and her homeade dressing (another huge yum) and they bought a pizza and I made a

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Well I could not leave our March food blog along without wild foods. Spring is abounding here in the Ozarks and I am so blessed with this abundance at my fingertips.On Sunday I ran out to snip wild nettles, chickweed and dandelion leaves from our property and sauteed them with a bit of wild onion tops.Then added the last 4 eggs I had along with some smoked tofu and a slice of bleu cheese.I have

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I take a break from food on occassion and give my body an easy digestive task by nourishing her with strong herbal infusions and rest if needed. This seems especially helpful after winter when I feel sluggish and reclusive.Yesterday I took that break, and often I find that energy abounds in this time. I was able to handle my workload at the house and do some yard work outdoors. A friend of mine

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Mix 3/4 cup soft butter1 cup brown sugar (packed)1 egg1/4 cup molassesin a decent size bowl because you are going to add this to itMix together2 1/4 cup flour2 t soda1/4 t salt1/2 t cloves1 t cinnamon1 t gingerStir them together and add to the above ingredients. Chill dough.Roll into balls the size of large walnuts. Dip top in sugar. Place sugar size up 3 inches apart on greased baking sheet.

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How often are we able to quietly contemplate our life, who we are and what our purpose is on this earth.For me, a mother indeed. I have actively participated in raising 7 children. And have also had my heart completely broken by some of these children too.It is not at all an easy task to be a mother because there is a thread of connection that binds much tighter and stronger than any other yoke I

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Armed with a yellow colored candy cane, I divided the spoil between 2 humans, and here is the result.Dont try this at home!

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My online buddy Meeshi has shared these recipes this week and what joy to see something so simple and nutritious be enjoyed by all.She shared pics of the kids making the muffins, they were that easy and I suspect the original muffin recipe could be a spin off of a famous recipe by Sandi called Pumpkin Muffins.The food blog this month has been so fun. Lots of great ideas and different eating

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SPRING!

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Anima Wilderness Learning Center & Medicine Woman TraditionSUMMER EVENTS(by donation)May 22-27: The Wild Women’s GatheringA six day event for women only, with a focus on primitive camping, interaction with the natural world and personal rewilding: learning to trust our senses, instincts and needs – and to heed our callings and live our dreams regardless of constraints, norms, fears and

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A day assisting Cuisine KarenCuisine KarenWell darnit I left the recipes at her house...hopefully I can still get them when we see her next week when I might present you with our Easter meal pictures. (we are spending Easter with the Gros family)The meal was amazing. The pictures dont do any justice. The flavors were light and beautiful. It was a special treat to be part of the class.Karen had a

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Been so busy to post this week I need to catch up. Has been a wonderful past week + witht he kids although busy for me, Ray has been slow with work and the kids have been happy with the warm weather that has sprung up lately.Blessings

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This was actually a week or so ago, but I loved the picture with coffee in tow, my daughter in crocs as we walked the boys to their bus stop and the spring bulbs poking up through the snow....

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I borrowed this picture from one of Lyn's website and the caption was that she was photo'd with her PHD.Sharing an herbalist that loves working with perfumery as well was fitting for this week. Thank you Lyn.Subject: Lyn E. Ayre, Ph.D. Age: 56 Gender: Female Marital status: married Children: three grown children-ages 35, 36, 37; and six grandchildren ages 2-18.5 years. Do you remember what was

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Spam comments totally take away from the essence of the people shared on this blog. Honestly it pisses me off bad to see some ridiculous post trying to get my viewers to click for some get rich quick scheme or product.I currently have comments of moderation just for that reason. If I find out a better way I will. Please continue to comment if you like. I am sorry. I deplore spam, plain and simple.

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These recipes were obtained by Kalyns KitchenI love her recipes and we loved this soup. I over cooked the garbanzo's in the roasted chickpea recipe, it was still good but it could have been better. This was delicious though and we will be making this again. Hope you like:)Chickpea (Garbanzo Bean) Soup Recipe with Spinach, Tomatoes, and Basil 1 cup dried chickpeas (garbanzo beans), soaked at

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~*~*~*~*~HERBALIST SPOTLIGHT-Tina Sams~*~*~*~*~* I really admire this herbal sister. She is doing such a great work in the herbal world, not with fancy glossy, intangible, expensive journalism, but with real down to earth community publications. This is the only publication I seem to read all the way through and every issue brings me wisdom, and a sense of belonging to a greater group of people

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Sarah Head is a wife of 30 years, and mother of 2 sons 25,23 and 20 year old daughter.She is a 52 year old herbalist residing in Solihull/Birmingham and Upper Slaughter in the Cotswolds (UK) and is involved in good works out there. I asked Sarah a few questions and here is her story to share with you all. Do you remember what was going on in your life that lead you to herbs?Sarah- When I was a

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One Pan Cake as you see Liv stirring is made with2 1/2 c flour (we used whole wheat)1/2 cup cocoa2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp salt2/3 cup veggie oil (we used safflower expeller pressed)2 Tbsp cider vinegar1 Tbsp Vanilla2 Cups cold coffee (we did half coffee and half herbal infusion as we did not have enough coffee-but you can use just water)1/3 cup sugar1/2 tsp cinnamonStir together flour, 1 1/2

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Or so says, Arlo Guthrie, quoting Marilyn Monroe last night in the Fayetteville, Arkansas venue.This was my Valentine gift to my sweetie. I was a bit unsure I would enjoy the show, since he was popular when I was a babe, but I DID so much in fact that I am writing about it today to say, if he comes through your neck of the woods, GO:)

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