Category Archives: Flower traditions and lore

Costmary – humble guardian of the feminine principle

Posted on October 31, 2014 by

I have a gathering of herbs in my garden that I use for cooking. Nothing out of the ordinary, but enough to pull off a decent meal here and there. Earlier this year, I came across a completely new (to me) herb … Continue reading →

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Midsummer magic and the twilight pursuit of dreams

Posted on June 20, 2014 by

Today is Midsummer’s Eve, which – as an expat – always fills me with a sort of homesick melancholy. In Sweden, the Summer Solstice is a national holiday, whereas here it is a regular work day like any other. This … Continue reading →

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