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How to Plant a Medicinal Herb Garden

Apr 11, 2022

And have it be low maintenance! Gardening is such a relaxing and fun activity, and the whole family can join in. The best thing about gardening is that you get to reap the food benefits at the end! If you're interested in having a medicinal garden that is...

Elderberry Syrup Mania

Apr 9, 2022

Elderberry Syrup Mania! Elderberries have been all the craze for some time. People make syrup, jam, tea and more with these berries. What I found out in researching elderberries, was that these berries are very special. They are like the secret remedy for colds and...

How Herbs Can Help in Times of Sadness and Death

Feb 11, 2022

“There is no pain so great as the memory of joy in present grief.”Sadness and death can creep up at anytime. I don't think one can ever be fully prepared for either. I know I wasn't. My father passed away rather quickly just a few weeks ago. I'm still trying to wrap...

Why Stinging Nettles are More Than Just Weeds

Jan 4, 2022

The world is a nettle; disturb it, it stings. Grasp it firmly, it stings not.Stinging nettle has been used for centuries to treat various maladies, including anemia, arthritis and skin diseases. Its leaves are edible in salads or cooked like spinach. And yet many...

It’s not easy being green, or is it?

Jun 7, 2021

That One Idea Have you ever had one of those moments when, from out of the blue, you have a fantastic idea or thought? Well, I had one today, an idea for this blog post - the color green. It all started this morning when I got a manicure and pedicure, something to...

Earth Day – Get Educated and Act

Apr 22, 2021

Earth Day, April 22 Did you know that Earth Day is the largest secular observance in the world? How cool is that! This is the day where we can make an impact for the Earth. It is the day where we can begin taking care of the Earth like we want to be taken care of....