I am so glad you decided to check out this video on Saprophytes! So what are Saprophytes? Pretty much some of the most bizarre and interesting plants you have ever seen.. They are Plants that don’t produce their own chlorophyll. Rather they live off of dead mater, utilizing the life force and symbiotic relationship of […]
Like many old world traditions, the days of celebrating Beltane have come and gone. There was a time in Northern Europe though, when Beltane (May 1st) and Samhain (Nov. 1st ) were considered the most important dates in the calendar year. These dates are mid-haven between Equinox and Solstice, and carry an important traditional significance as […]
Its amazing how time flies by these days.. With the current speed of technology/communication, carving out the time, or should I say building the habit of sitting down and writing a journal, blog or reflective post can be challenging for those like myself, who find themselves quick to action and with the tendency to take […]
Everything in nature is intimately related to everything else. All things are intertwined in the dance we call “life”. As we start to observe plants we see that they relate to other plants in a diverse array of ways. Though some seem to be competing for space, all plants require each other to survive. The more we […]
It’s midsummer, the days are long, and the sunshine hours are plentiful. All around us, our little plant friends are baring fruit and sharing in their abundance. This makes it the perfect time to be out “harvesting sunshine”. The concept of “harvesting sunshine” has been brewing up in my partner and I over the years as […]
Today is Canada Day. In fact, It’s our countries 150th birthday. We have been told to celebrate with a sense of pride for our countries achievements. Our government, as well as many larger businesses in Canada have infused massive amounts of money and energy into marketing this day as special. We have parades, fireworks, all sorts of celebratory […]
Flexitarian A state of 80% awesome, 20% less than awesome Flexible dietary habits and lifestyle design No hard set rules or limitations Seeking intuitive choices that best fit each situation Opportunivore Engaging in life, whatever it brings Using what you have to its fullest potential Finding opportunity in every moment Seeking upgraded choices that best fit the moment. The choice is yours in […]
Summertime, and the Livin’ is Easy… Breathe deep, smell the flowers, listen to the birds. Let the timelessness of these long days sweep you away in blissful moments of joy and relaxation… When it comes to our wellness it’s not uncommon for people to feel that summer is the glory days of good health. The weather […]
As a Herbalist and Nature Enthusiast I have spent the better part of my adult life learning ways to deepen my understanding of how to best show up in the world and integrate more harmonious ways of living that reflect the adaptability of the natural systems that surround us. I am forever a student of the […]
The choice is yours… it always has been, and it always will be… in every moment. Play it safe and stay inside the box, or challenge yourself with a leap of faith into the unknown path when opportunities are more likely to come your way. Regardless of if it works out or not, you […]