July Joy – Summertime in the Mountains
"We are now in the mountains and they are in us, kindling enthusiasm, making every nerve quiver, filling every pore and cell of us." —John Muir This was my first time attending [...]
Wild, winter gardening
“Don't think the garden loses its ecstasy in winter. It's quiet, but the roots down there are riotous.” - Rumi Our ancestors started keeping lawns in the middle ages with spreads of chamomile, thyme, [...]
DIY Sunscreen
DIY sunscreen formulation isn't for everyone! However, if you're considering embarking upon this route this article will give you a nice overview of what's involved. I think there is a demand for [...]
Aromatic Suppositories, Pessaries
Aromatic Suppositories and Pessaries can bring local and systemic relief for a variety of wellness goals. With dual training in both clinical aromatherapy and aromatic medicine I bring a unique skill set [...]
Invincible Summer, a Tea for Winter Nights
“In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer. And that makes me happy. For it says that no matter how hard the world pushes against me, [...]
The Tree of Happiness, Albizia julibrissin
Fresh Picked Mimosa Flowers Our friend here goes by a few names, you may know her as the Silk Tree, the Mimosa Tree, Huan Hua, or The Tree of Happiness. [...]
Maui Nights Enfleurage Extrait
Enfleurage is a centuries-old technique used to capture the aroma of fresh flowers. This perfume is delightful and I hope it conjures thoughts of a faraway land of magical sunsets and warm [...]
Vitex Berry Distillation
Chaste Tree berries (Vitex agnus castus) in the still this afternoon. Chaste Tree is commonly used for hormone imbalances in women that present as premenstrual syndrome, menopause, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, [...]
Land of Enchantment
We are now in the mountains and they are in us, kindling enthusiasm, making every nerve quiver, filling every pore and cell of us. - John Muir Koi at the Southwest [...]
Rosemary
Sweet friends gifted me this bag of fresh Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) last night and I'm making good use of it with the distiller today. Did you know: Rosemary is used in floral [...]