Mistletoe Mistletoe, a plant that can both give you a reason to kiss your crush on the holidays, and an honorable mention in the “No means no” book. Either way, mistletoe is known as a holiday decoration that can bring some flirty (and uncomfortable) tradition to your celebrations. This Th-HERBS-day, we honor Mistletoe, (Viscum album, …
As we approach the end of Sagittarius season, we near the climactic festivities of the winter solstice. Christmas usually comes to mind as the peak of the holiday season, and you can thank pre-Christian Pagans for this “Christ” induced holiday. However, Christmas traditions are derived from a holiday called Saturnalia, an ancient Roman/Grecian Pagan celebration …
Lemon Balm Watching the reflection of the full moon rippling across calm waters is a good metaphor for the energy lemon balm contains. Lemon balm can bring tranquility and peace to your mind, body, and home. It is practically a cure-all when it comes to its healing abilities and an important herb in alchemy teachings. …
Cinnamon is a spice that has driven world travel and even war. The spice trade was once quarrelsome and cinnamon once stood at the forefront of these ugly scrimmages. This Th-HERBS-day, we honor Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia). It’s an evergreen species part of the Laural (Lauraceae) family. A notorious spice for holiday cooking, cinnamon is usually …