 Zingiber officinale |
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Ginger Orange Spice Tea
Gather additional ingredients
Pour into mugs. Add more honey if desired and use a cinnamon stick to stir, or as a garnish.
- I cup ginger root, chopped or sliced
- 4 cups water
Gather additional ingredients
- I orange, juice and zest
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 star anise
- nutmeg, grate a pinch on top
- 1/4 cup honey (local is best, especially if you get spring fever)
Pour into mugs. Add more honey if desired and use a cinnamon stick to stir, or as a garnish.
Why drink ginger tea?
In addition to tasting delightful, there are so many benefits! Here are a few!
In addition to tasting delightful, there are so many benefits! Here are a few!
- Heart Health - Ginger lowers cholesterol levels and improves circulation.
- Anti-inflammatory - It has bioactive compounds that reduce inflammation and can provide relief to those suffering from arthritis.
- Rich in Antioxidants - Combats oxidative stress and protects from damage caused by free radicals.
- Aids in Digestions - Relieves indigestion, bloating and nausea associated with motions sickens, morning sickness and chemotherapy.
- Boosts Immunity - Ginger has antiviral and antibacterial properties that can strengthen the immune system and reduce the risk of infections.
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Wouldn’t it be fun to give out a few of these at my historical cabin some year on Halloween?
Maybe I can convince the Newville Historical Society to join me one of these years!
On second thought, the kids might not like them.
Maybe I can convince the Newville Historical Society to join me one of these years!
On second thought, the kids might not like them.
The Irish are credited with bringing Halloween celebrations to the United States when they immigrated following the Potato Famine between 1845 and 1852. People began dressing in costumes and going door to door asking for treats, but the first candy corn didn’t appear until the 1880s.
Have you ever wondered what sweets and treats were like before Hershey’s chocolate bars and kisses showed up in the early 1900s? My daughter Mycala took me on a field trip to True Treats in Frederick, MD where we had a chance to find out! Sadly, the store is no longer there, but when I returned I did a two page spread in my illustrated journal while nibbling on the sampling of delights we purchased.
My descriptions aren’t complete recipes but they’ll give you ideas and you will probably be able to find more information on line.
Please leave a comment if you try any of these historic treats. I found some to be delicious and others left me craving a peanut butter cup. You decide!
My descriptions aren’t complete recipes but they’ll give you ideas and you will probably be able to find more information on line.
Please leave a comment if you try any of these historic treats. I found some to be delicious and others left me craving a peanut butter cup. You decide!
Mabon, Poke and Elvis
It’s that time again. This is how I celebrate Mabon every year!
This post is from the archives and is my favorite equinox celebration!
POKE
Phytolacca americana
Poisonous
Gender: Masculine
Element: Fire
Planet: Mars
Poisonous
Gender: Masculine
Element: Fire
Planet: Mars
Mabon, the Autumn Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, is a time to give thanks for the many blessings of harvest. We often think of drying herbs, canning, preserving, making wines and robs, freezing and storing root vegetables in root cellars. One method of harvesting you may not have thought of is to make ink! Poke berries are ripe and ready now!
There is a jar in my 'fridge labeled POISON because the juice is a luscious magenta color, clove scented to preserve it, and it could be very tempting! This is the ink that was rumored to have been used to write the Declaration of Independence. Further research indicates that it was used for the draft, but the actual document was written with iron gall ink made from ferrous sulfate and ink extracted from the oak galls.
In the spring, the immature leaves of the poke plant, said to be similar to turnip, collard or mustard greens, are cooked with bay leaves, Cajun spices, and a ham bone. Unlike the other greens, poke is considered to be poisonous until 'thoroughly cooked", a process that requires boiling it for at least five minutes for three times and throwing out the water to replace it with new, uncontaminated water each time. After the final boiling, the instructions are to wring as much water out of the plant as humanly possible . . . because the plant is poisonous . . . so you have to cook it . . . a lot.
I grew up in the mountains of West Virginia and knew people of considerable age (note - I was 12 at the time - anyone over 40 was of 'considerable age' in my perception) who ate poke annually, praising it for it's role in reducing or eliminating joint inflammation, arthritis, and numerous types of cancer.
Personally, I'm reluctant to cook plants that have been declared poisonous. I can go to the grocery store or farmer's market and buy plants that are safe . . . and edible.
NOTE: As I was "poking" - pun intended - fun at poke during one of my “Enhancing Your Life with Herbs” classes, one of my participants mentioned that she grew up eating poke and they simply gathered and cooked the young plants in early spring. She convinced me to give it a try, but Gil, another participant, asked that I wait until my class was over! Loved that class!
There are other ways to use poke. If anyone has put a hex on you, use hydrangea and poke to remove it. Call me. I'm not getting into all of that here.
And you could always write a song about poke, as Tony Joe White did in 1969. He wrote Polk Salad Annie. He did a fabulous job and I adore his version, but I'm featuring Elvis because his use of crib notes is truly hilarious. So I apologize to you Tony, but after all, Elvis is King! Enjoy!
There is a jar in my 'fridge labeled POISON because the juice is a luscious magenta color, clove scented to preserve it, and it could be very tempting! This is the ink that was rumored to have been used to write the Declaration of Independence. Further research indicates that it was used for the draft, but the actual document was written with iron gall ink made from ferrous sulfate and ink extracted from the oak galls.
In the spring, the immature leaves of the poke plant, said to be similar to turnip, collard or mustard greens, are cooked with bay leaves, Cajun spices, and a ham bone. Unlike the other greens, poke is considered to be poisonous until 'thoroughly cooked", a process that requires boiling it for at least five minutes for three times and throwing out the water to replace it with new, uncontaminated water each time. After the final boiling, the instructions are to wring as much water out of the plant as humanly possible . . . because the plant is poisonous . . . so you have to cook it . . . a lot.
I grew up in the mountains of West Virginia and knew people of considerable age (note - I was 12 at the time - anyone over 40 was of 'considerable age' in my perception) who ate poke annually, praising it for it's role in reducing or eliminating joint inflammation, arthritis, and numerous types of cancer.
Personally, I'm reluctant to cook plants that have been declared poisonous. I can go to the grocery store or farmer's market and buy plants that are safe . . . and edible.
NOTE: As I was "poking" - pun intended - fun at poke during one of my “Enhancing Your Life with Herbs” classes, one of my participants mentioned that she grew up eating poke and they simply gathered and cooked the young plants in early spring. She convinced me to give it a try, but Gil, another participant, asked that I wait until my class was over! Loved that class!
There are other ways to use poke. If anyone has put a hex on you, use hydrangea and poke to remove it. Call me. I'm not getting into all of that here.
And you could always write a song about poke, as Tony Joe White did in 1969. He wrote Polk Salad Annie. He did a fabulous job and I adore his version, but I'm featuring Elvis because his use of crib notes is truly hilarious. So I apologize to you Tony, but after all, Elvis is King! Enjoy!
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Lavender sketch in illustrated journal
Lavendula officinale
Gender - Masculine
Planet - Mercury
Element - Air
Gender - Masculine
Planet - Mercury
Element - Air
I’ve always thought of lavender as an herb of the evening.
Lavender is associated with peace, nocturnal wishes, sweet dreams and restful sleep. The fragrance has been used for centuries to create a restful night's sleep.
As we continue to explore lavender's nocturnal charms, keep in mind not everyone sleeps at night. Lavender is also very useful if you plan to stay awake!
Whether you plan to stay awake or sleep, lavender will make your evening more enjoyable!
Lavender is associated with peace, nocturnal wishes, sweet dreams and restful sleep. The fragrance has been used for centuries to create a restful night's sleep.
- Sip a cup of lavender tea before bed time. Use two tablespoons lavender flowers in 4 cups of boiling water and steep for 15 minutes. Strain. (Makes 4 servings). Sweeten with honey.
- Lavender baths are delightful! Place the dried lavender blossoms in a bath bag and place in the tub. Soak for about 15 minutes. There are numerous recipes for herbal baths on the internet, ranging from pure lavender flowers to herbal blends and additions of epson salts, sea salts or oatmeal, so I won't add them here. There is only one way to do this incorrectly! If you read about adding lavender flowers, rose petals and other herbs directly to the water, consider the clean up and use the bath bags (like over sized tea bags made of muslin or cheese cloth).
- A sprig of lavender under your pillow provides a restful fragrance and there is an added bonus! You can make a wish right before you go to sleep, and if you dream of your wish, it will come true!
As we continue to explore lavender's nocturnal charms, keep in mind not everyone sleeps at night. Lavender is also very useful if you plan to stay awake!
- Lavender is the only herb I know attributed to aiding those who want to attract ghosts! Simply carry a sprig with you, and ghosts will become visible! It also provides protection so no worries! You'll find more about lavender and other herbs associated with witches and goblins and ghosts, oh my, in my Herbs for Haunting course. Watch for it this fall!
- Attracting love, passion, and romance have long been associated with lavender. It is used in perfumes and oils, love spells, sachets, potpourris, to scent stationery for love letters, and to scent lingerie and sheets. It is also recommended to place lavender in lingerie drawers or when storing wedding gowns and other heirloom quality clothes, to prevent moths and insects from harming delicate fabrics and to add fragrance.
- There are accounts of it being misused though. Prostitutes have reputedly had success luring even the most unwilling clients. Hmm.
Whether you plan to stay awake or sleep, lavender will make your evening more enjoyable!
Ribbon Tied Lavender Bundle
 Simple Lavender Bundle | One of the simplest ways to use lavender is to simply gather the stalks of lavender and tie with a ribbon. It's best to cut them as soon as the flowers are in bloom in the spring. Cut them a few inches above the woody growth so you won't harm the plant. Gather first thing in the morning after the dew has dried, but before the sun becomes intense. Hang to dry in a cool dark place. |
Braided Lavender Hearts
 Lavender Hearts with Braided Stems | You'll need 6 stalks of lavender Ribbon - I've been using 3/16 inch light pink or lavender satin ribbon for all my projects. It's not too large to over power the lightness of the flowers. Make two lavender braids using 3 stalks for each braid. When they are braided, bend each one into a loop. Put the two loops together to form a heart, keeping the flowers on top. Cut off the stems in the back and tie with a ribbon. |
Candied Lavender Garnishes
 Candied Lavender Garnishes | 12 to 18 stalks of lavender One egg white, beaten until frothy 1/3 cup of granulated sugar Waxed paper or parchment paper Dip just the flowers of the lavender into the egg whites to completely cover, then dip them into the sugar. Place on waxed paper or parchment paper and let dry away from heat or sun. Use as a garnish with fruit salad, lemonade, or iced tea. |
Almond Lavender Cookies
Lavender Almond Heart Cookies
1/2 cup sugar
2 Tablespoons fresh lavender blossoms
I cup (two sticks) butter at room temperature
2 cups almond flour
1 cup flour
Combine the sugar and fresh lavender blossoms using a food processor.
Add the butter and combine. Next add the flours.
Mix until thoroughly combined.
The batter will be soft.
Chill for 30 minutes.
Flour both sides of the dough and place between two long sheets of waxed paper.
Using a rolling pin, roll to 1/4 inch thickness. Work quickly. The dough will get soft again as you work with it.
Cut cookies with a cookie cutter dipped in flour.
Remove all the excess dough and return to the 'fridge.
This will make it easier to move your shaped cookies.
Gently lift cookies onto a cookie sheet lined with baking parchment paper.
Chill the cookies on the baking sheets for 30 minutes
Set oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
Once the oven is preheated, bake for about 30 minutes. Begin checking at 15 minutes and don't let the edges of the cookies brown.
Cool on a wire rack placed.
Glaze
1/2 cup confectioners sugar
1 Tablespoon water.
Mix thoroughly with a fork. Add a little more water if needed.
Keeping the cookies on the wire rack, move them over the sink if your rack fits, or place waxed paper underneath for easy clean up. This can get messy!
Use a spoon to lightly glaze the cookies. Top with lavender blossoms. Let the glaze set up and serve.
2 Tablespoons fresh lavender blossoms
I cup (two sticks) butter at room temperature
2 cups almond flour
1 cup flour
Combine the sugar and fresh lavender blossoms using a food processor.
Add the butter and combine. Next add the flours.
Mix until thoroughly combined.
The batter will be soft.
Chill for 30 minutes.
Flour both sides of the dough and place between two long sheets of waxed paper.
Using a rolling pin, roll to 1/4 inch thickness. Work quickly. The dough will get soft again as you work with it.
Cut cookies with a cookie cutter dipped in flour.
Remove all the excess dough and return to the 'fridge.
This will make it easier to move your shaped cookies.
Gently lift cookies onto a cookie sheet lined with baking parchment paper.
Chill the cookies on the baking sheets for 30 minutes
Set oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
Once the oven is preheated, bake for about 30 minutes. Begin checking at 15 minutes and don't let the edges of the cookies brown.
Cool on a wire rack placed.
Glaze
1/2 cup confectioners sugar
1 Tablespoon water.
Mix thoroughly with a fork. Add a little more water if needed.
Keeping the cookies on the wire rack, move them over the sink if your rack fits, or place waxed paper underneath for easy clean up. This can get messy!
Use a spoon to lightly glaze the cookies. Top with lavender blossoms. Let the glaze set up and serve.
Lavender Violets, Mikell Youell Worley, 8 1/2’ x 11"
Viola spp.
Gender: Feminine
Element: Water
Planet: Venus
Gender: Feminine
Element: Water
Planet: Venus
Violets delight me! They visit for such a short time in the spring, yet have numerous attributes and an extensive history. Violets will protect you from “wykked sperytis” and will bring luck and love. They are featured in mythology, folk lore, literature and poetry. They have been used to cure headaches, calm tempers, and induce sleep. They have been crystallized, used for syrups and jellies, and candied.
There are over 550 species of violets, found in temperate climates around the world. They have many folk names and most of them are reminiscent of sex or love, as they are associated with the planet, and goddess of love, Venus. In addition, their leaves are often heart shaped, giving them a place of honor with the romancing herbs.
Like the rose, the color of the violet has great significance in sending messages. Blue violets promise "My love will always be true", and purple send the message, "I return your love." White signifies "I'm willing to take a chance on happiness". In William Cullen Bryant’s poem "The Yellow Violet", he associated the yellow violet with a lost love. In the language of flowers, yellow symbolizes friendship, happiness, joy and success. All violets represents modesty and humility, as they often hide their spectacular beauty under their leaves.
Violets are highlighted in many myths and legends. One rather disturbing story comes from the goddess Venus asking her son Cupid if he thought she was more attractive than a group of maidens playing along the edge of the woods. He said he found the maidens to be more beautiful, so she beat them until they were blue. I doubt that it’s valid. She is the goddess of love, after all!
Another legend states at one time violets were white, but Mary's grief at seeing the suffering of Jesus on the cross turned them all blue. They have been associated with the modesty of the Virgin Mary, the Angel Gabriel, the Holy Trinity, and Greek and Roman legends and lore. Athens has been referred to as the "Violet Crowned City”. They have also been associated with Napoleon.
There are over 550 species of violets, found in temperate climates around the world. They have many folk names and most of them are reminiscent of sex or love, as they are associated with the planet, and goddess of love, Venus. In addition, their leaves are often heart shaped, giving them a place of honor with the romancing herbs.
Like the rose, the color of the violet has great significance in sending messages. Blue violets promise "My love will always be true", and purple send the message, "I return your love." White signifies "I'm willing to take a chance on happiness". In William Cullen Bryant’s poem "The Yellow Violet", he associated the yellow violet with a lost love. In the language of flowers, yellow symbolizes friendship, happiness, joy and success. All violets represents modesty and humility, as they often hide their spectacular beauty under their leaves.
Violets are highlighted in many myths and legends. One rather disturbing story comes from the goddess Venus asking her son Cupid if he thought she was more attractive than a group of maidens playing along the edge of the woods. He said he found the maidens to be more beautiful, so she beat them until they were blue. I doubt that it’s valid. She is the goddess of love, after all!
Another legend states at one time violets were white, but Mary's grief at seeing the suffering of Jesus on the cross turned them all blue. They have been associated with the modesty of the Virgin Mary, the Angel Gabriel, the Holy Trinity, and Greek and Roman legends and lore. Athens has been referred to as the "Violet Crowned City”. They have also been associated with Napoleon.
Corporal Violet (Napoleon Bonaparte) used Violets to
Announce His Plan to Return from Exile
1815 Engraving by Jean-Dominique Etienne Canu, Le Secret du Caporal La Violette
Napoleon chose the violet as his emblem, announcing that in spite of his exile in Elba in 1814, like the violet, he would return in the spring. The violet postcards were sent to his loyal supporters to reassure them. He returned, as promised, but his victory was short-lived.
Can you find the three faces in the postcard? The profiles of Napoleon, Marie Louise, and their three year old son Charles, are hidden among the violets.
Spring Salad with Violets
My favorite use for violets is sprinkled on a tossed green salad (you could use spinach, red lettuce, kale, romaine, or any combination) when she first appears in the spring. She is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants. Add raspberries or strawberries, orange sections, radishes, red onions and avocado. Use your favorite vinaigrette salad dressing or try my Raspberry Poppy Seed Dressing from an earlier newsletter!
Spring Salad with Violets
My grandmother grew tulips in many colors of the rainbow next to her wrap around porch on her farm in Greencastle, Indiana. She passed years ago, but this poem by Lisa Schroeder reminds me of her.
Tulipa spp.
Gender: Feminine
Element: Earth
Planet: Venus
As a child, tulips reminded me of my grandmother and the promise of spring! The varieties are delightful from the huge Emperor tulips, classic Dutch, double tulips, fringed, flared, parrot and more. All colors from pristine white to deep black, and every color in between are available, with some having two or more colors! Tulips planted around a home were thought to provide protection from curses and evil spirits, and bring prosperity and luck.
They originated in Central Asia and Turkey, and were associated turbans and protection. I always thought they came from the Netherlands, but they didn’t arrive there until the 17th century, and were a symbol of wealth and status. There was a period during 1636 and 1637, called the Dutch Golden Age, when the prices for exotic and rare tulip varieties skyrocketed. One of the most expensive bulbs was compared to the price of a brownstone home in New York City. The ‘mania’ was short lived and the collapse of the bubble had economic repercussions long after the brief period of madness.
Many of you know I research topics for my workshops and topics using the alphabet. When I got to H as I was researching tulips, I was surprised to learn of the Hunger Winter. Tulips were used as food in attempts to stay alive, but tens of thousands died, and many suffered long term health issues for the rest of their lives. Actress Audrey Hepburn was a teenager living in the Netherlands during the winder of 1944 - 1945. She suffered from malnutrition and hardships as a result of the famine.
They originated in Central Asia and Turkey, and were associated turbans and protection. I always thought they came from the Netherlands, but they didn’t arrive there until the 17th century, and were a symbol of wealth and status. There was a period during 1636 and 1637, called the Dutch Golden Age, when the prices for exotic and rare tulip varieties skyrocketed. One of the most expensive bulbs was compared to the price of a brownstone home in New York City. The ‘mania’ was short lived and the collapse of the bubble had economic repercussions long after the brief period of madness.
Many of you know I research topics for my workshops and topics using the alphabet. When I got to H as I was researching tulips, I was surprised to learn of the Hunger Winter. Tulips were used as food in attempts to stay alive, but tens of thousands died, and many suffered long term health issues for the rest of their lives. Actress Audrey Hepburn was a teenager living in the Netherlands during the winder of 1944 - 1945. She suffered from malnutrition and hardships as a result of the famine.
Illustrated Journal Pages on the Hunger Winter
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The deaths during the hunger winter resulted from a variety of factors. It was a harsh and brutal winter, and the Germans requisitioned food from the Netherlands to support their war efforts, depleting the food supply for the Dutch population. Allied forces implemented a blockade to German occupied territories, and bombings and military action in the area greatly impacted transporting food.
Sketches from my Illustrated Journal
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Autumn Elderberries, Mixed Media, 16” x 20”, Mikell Youell Worley
Sambucus canadensis
Gender: Feminine
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
My grandmother made fabulous jellies, jams, marmalades and preserves. She always had an assortment on the breakfast table, often with homemade, melt-in-your-mouth biscuits. She used a variety of fruits - grapes, apricots, apples, peaches, pears, strawberries, raspberries and there may be some I’m forgetting. My favorite by far was elderberry jelly. It’s still my favorite.
Elderberry is a powerful antioxidant. It boosts the immune system, is high in vitamin C, reduces inflammation, lowers stress, is good for heart health, as well as respiratory health. Many people, myself included, are convinced it lessons the chances of getting colds and the flu. And I think it’s beautiful!
One of my most memorable experiences with the American Elder was with the flowers, not the berries. I was on a camping trip, and one of the cooks was making pancakes for breakfast. She gathered a few of the white-blossomed umbrels, dipped them in pancake batter, placed them in the cast iron skillet, and snipped the stems off. They looked like lace doilies and tasted delicious!
Elder has been around a long time and is associated with numerous legends. The seeds were reportedly used in Switzerland in 2,000 B.C., and both Hippocrates and Pliny the Elder praised its medicinal properties. Over the years, it has had a wide variety of folk names. It was called Pipe Tree since the hollow stems were used as whistles . At one time, it was rumored to be the tree Judas was hanged on. It was condemned as the wood of the cross of Calvary and began to be analogous with darkness, sorrow and death. It was called the Tree of Doom and the Devil’s Eye.
Fear and superstition surrounded the elder. Trimming the branches or using the wood for firewood was certain to bring bad luck. If furniture was made from the wood, the bad luck was carried into the owner’s homes. Magicians, however, often took the risk to cut off a branch and use it for their magic wands.
Another folk name, Lady Ellhorn, was associated with the belief that a witch lived in each bush, further substantiated by the red sap that bled when the tree was cut. To ensure safety before cutting down an elder plant, it was recommended that these words be used for protection:
Elderberry is a powerful antioxidant. It boosts the immune system, is high in vitamin C, reduces inflammation, lowers stress, is good for heart health, as well as respiratory health. Many people, myself included, are convinced it lessons the chances of getting colds and the flu. And I think it’s beautiful!
One of my most memorable experiences with the American Elder was with the flowers, not the berries. I was on a camping trip, and one of the cooks was making pancakes for breakfast. She gathered a few of the white-blossomed umbrels, dipped them in pancake batter, placed them in the cast iron skillet, and snipped the stems off. They looked like lace doilies and tasted delicious!
Elder has been around a long time and is associated with numerous legends. The seeds were reportedly used in Switzerland in 2,000 B.C., and both Hippocrates and Pliny the Elder praised its medicinal properties. Over the years, it has had a wide variety of folk names. It was called Pipe Tree since the hollow stems were used as whistles . At one time, it was rumored to be the tree Judas was hanged on. It was condemned as the wood of the cross of Calvary and began to be analogous with darkness, sorrow and death. It was called the Tree of Doom and the Devil’s Eye.
Fear and superstition surrounded the elder. Trimming the branches or using the wood for firewood was certain to bring bad luck. If furniture was made from the wood, the bad luck was carried into the owner’s homes. Magicians, however, often took the risk to cut off a branch and use it for their magic wands.
Another folk name, Lady Ellhorn, was associated with the belief that a witch lived in each bush, further substantiated by the red sap that bled when the tree was cut. To ensure safety before cutting down an elder plant, it was recommended that these words be used for protection:
Lady Ellhorn, give me they wood,
And I will give thee of mine,
When I become a tree.
And I will give thee of mine,
When I become a tree.
Saying these words before making the first cut gave the witch an opportunity to leave the tree without experiencing any harm.
In spite of the fears associated with using the plant, the elder is praised for its ability to protect. If an elder is planted on a property, it will protect the family from lightning, negativity, snakes and evil spirits. Robbers will be unable to enter the home, and the occupants will be guaranteed prosperity. Placing elderberries under the pillow is said to ensure a good night’s sleep, as long as you aren’t the one who has to do the laundry the next day.
When I was in middle school, I read that some plants are good for the eye, others are good for the soul. Elderberries are good for the eye, the soul and the body. If you aren’t familiar with this delightful plant, I suggested you take a proactive approach to meet it personally! A plant that contributes to good health and prosperity, and will protect you and your home is one to be treasured!
When I was in middle school, I read that some plants are good for the eye, others are good for the soul. Elderberries are good for the eye, the soul and the body. If you aren’t familiar with this delightful plant, I suggested you take a proactive approach to meet it personally! A plant that contributes to good health and prosperity, and will protect you and your home is one to be treasured!
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