Nature, Earth and Trees
Coprinus comatus Mushrooms – The Shaggy Mane
Guest blogger: Tohby of Drummondville, Province of Québec, Canada Coprinus comatus, otherwise known as, The Shaggy Mane, Shaggy Inkcap, also occasionally known as the Lawyers Wig, is a distinctive and easy to recognize mushroom. It’s size, shape, and tendency to grow in tight groups make it easy to sport even from considerable distance. Shaggy Mane…
Read MoreWitch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana)
Did you ever wonder why your grandmother recommended Witch Hazel (Hamemelis virginiana) for your teenage skin problems over any of the commercial treatments? She would have also recommended Witch Hazel to her friends for problems with varicose veins. Just the name “Witch Hazel” conjures up images of the wise crone woman dispensing healing wisdom for…
Read MoreBees and their honey
Honey is the epic of love The materialization of the infinite The soul and the blood of flowers Condensed through the spirit of others. GARCIA LORCA 1899-11936 Who hasn’t marveled over the sweetness of honey, the sweet golden nectar and food of the Gods? When I was a child, a trip to the grocery included…
Read MoreMabon and the Autumnial Equinox
According to the old Celtic Calendar, Mabon was the second harvest following Lughnasa. It is a harvest festival and a time to honor the trees. All around us we can see signs of autumn as the trees begin to change color, which is another way of reminding use of their importance and magickal significance. Some…
Read MoreCardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)
The ancient Egyptians used Cardamom as perfume.
Read MoreThe Covenant of the Goddess adopts formal position on environmental issues
We support local, regional, national, and global efforts to conserve natural resources, to seek clean, sustainable sources of energy, and to re-balance our world.
Read MoreYarrow (Achillea millefolium)
One of the all-around terrific herbs to support personal strength, creativity and expression is Yarrow (Achillea millefolium). Yes, I know, it’s hard to imagine that Summer is coming to a close as the days are obviously shorter and Autumn schedules start to kick in. Where I live, community colleges have started, and folks are selecting…
Read MoreJuniper Berries May Help Calm Fears
Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis) is a wonderful plant that gives one the courage to face the fear and be open to learning the lessons. I haven’t met a person yet who does not have some kind of irrational fear – even a rational fear – of something. I know I have nightmares from time…
Read MoreAugust brings the sun’s rays and Lammas
As the summer sun climbs higher in the sky, and the earth is warmed by its strong rays, we seek the cool indoors or under a shade tree. Gardens are bursting with healthy vegetables and fruits such as vine ripened tomatoes, and the first of the wheat and corn are being harvested. The fragrance of…
Read MoreCINNAMON, a memorable herb
As we continue to enjoy the brightness and warmth of summer, we are reminded that Fire is fuel for creativity energy. Leo rules the height of summer and the life force is strong. The “medicine” provided for us to keep the balance is cinnamon, referred to here as Cinnamomum verum or Cinnamomum cassia. Background Information:…
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