The Atlas Apothecary Sourcebook
a treasure chest of writing on plant crafts, the natural world and the sacred
~ Monday 2nd June ~
In the dimming light of early June, dhul-Hijjah’s half moon rises as the parties of swifts gather for their last daytime screeches. The first of the snapdragon flowers have emerged today, self-seeded from former broods, four years and counting of tending our humble backyard.
Continue reading “Earth Prayers from June”
Dear ones,
We enter the solstice with the striving energy of Spring growth behind us, and reaching its high peaks, ask ourselves the questions “Who am I?” and “How did I get here?”. Like the flower buds that break at the tips of the herb branches, we are suddenly awakened in a new and intoxicating space that feels enticing and terrifying all at once. Dive deep – and you will meet the waves of joy, gratitude and comfort you have been seeking.
Continue reading “~ Love Notes from the Summer Solstice ~”It is ALL about the process.
Continue reading “In Praise of the Process”The path hasn’t always been easy, but it feels like I’m finding the way home now.
I turn the corner into the sun. Down the hill, lemon tree leaning overhead. Her fruit, not yet to be seen. I feel the heat against my skin until suddenly, perfectly, the breeze hits me with a deep inhale of fresh southern air.
Continue reading “The Journey Home”
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