Root In
The Plant Behind the Oil: Hyssop
The humble hyssop is a cheerful, hardy, potently fresh yet pleasantly sweet member of the mint family that has been humans' faithful ally for thousands of years, revered for its wide range of cleansing, health-supportive properties from ancient times to the present day.
Personal Stories-Quick Tips
The Bomb! Down the Toilet
Have you ever entered a restroom recently cleaned only to be assaulted with a whiff of harsh chemicals to mask equally unpleasant stinks?
Beachy Reads
The Red Book
I'm not sure if you've been on the receiving end of a "Zen Spanking," but I can tell you that I have. They have been life-changing and unforgettable.
Botanicals & Infusions
Spikenard Root Infusion
One way we can utilize this root’s therapeutics without the highly potent scent would be to infuse it into one of our carrier oils.
Essential Oil Recipes
Sacred Body Balm Parfum
How amazing would it be to not only create a lovely fragrance but also one that helps to calm and center my nervous system each time I apply it?!
Food Recipes
Festive Lavender Tapenade
Traditionally, a tapenade is defined as a Provençial paste or dip made with olives, capers and anchovies.
A Mindful Plant Sit
A Mindful Sit with Spikenard
Our Mindful Sit with the plant each month allows us space to practice the art of quieting the mind so that we might pick up subtle messages often drowned by all the mental chatter.
Essential Oil Recipes
Morpheus's Sleep: A Deep, Grounding Sleep Blend
Every challenging day deserves a restful finale, and these oils blend together to help us feel calm, soothed, and rejuvenated.
Root In
The Plant Behind the Oil: Spikenard
Spikenard was highly valued throughout ancient trade routes. It was transported from its native regions in the Himalayas and other parts of Asia to the Mediterranean and Middle East. Its rarity and exotic nature contributed to its high cost and demand.
Personal Stories-Quick Tips
Adventures of Sage: Mountain Tales, Thanksgiving Sneaks, and Natural Remedies
As much as I love my time in the wild, I’ve also had a few prickly encounters. Ever heard of cheatgrass?
Beachy Reads
Seven Thousand Ways to Listen by Mark Nepo
I would suggest this book for anyone even if you’re not an avid reader but someone who might only pick up a book when needing some inspiration to be reminded that there is meaning in trying times.
Botanicals & Infusions
The Cozy Comfort of Nutmeg: Infused Olive Oil
It's not just a spice to me; it's a time machine to cherished memories and a sensory experience that goes beyond taste. With its rich history and time-honored culinary and medicinal uses, nutmeg offers more than just a sensory treat.
Essential Oil Recipes
Myristica's Soothing Balm
Our main ingredient is derived from the aromatic riches of the nutmeg tree, giving us Myristica's Soothing Balm, aptly named after the Greek term for 'fragrant and for anointing.'
Food Recipes
Nutmeg-Coated Creamy French Toast
Since we’re focusing on nutmeg this month I went in search of French toast recipes that put this warm spice at center stage. I think I found the perfect one to share with this thriving community.
