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An Overview of Acupuncture: Part One, a Radical History

In this guest post, you get an overview of acupuncture, one of my favorite healing modalities to receive, with a look at its history and some of its radical community roots in the United States.

An Overview of Acupuncture: Part Two, The User Experience

Acupuncture is most commonly associated with needles but other techniques are also used in treatments, such as acupressure, moxibustion, and massage techniques like cupping and gua-sha. [Note: don’t be scared away if you’re needle sensitive, because most practitioners will accommodate you if you are – just be sure to tell them.] Acupressure is the stimulation…

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Poem: August Today

A poem by Amber Shehan, 2011.

Tales of Tailtiu, Lugh and Lughnasadh

Tailtiu was real, and Tailtiu was a myth.

Strawberry and Lemon Balm Mead from Amber Shehan on Pixiespocket.com

Strawberry & Lemon Balm Mead – One Gallon Recipe

When strawberries are bursting forth and the lemon balm is bright green in the garden, make some brews! Sunshine and springtime in a bottle – this is a luscious pink mead that soothes the nerves and delights the senses!

Toddler-safe Teething Tea

A perfectly balanced tea blend to soothe a grumpy teething kiddo, including a bit of cloves to numb their sore gums. Tasty enough for you to enjoy with them!

Honeysuckle Wine: One Gallon Recipe

Honeysuckle is an invasive plant with some of the most lovely, ephemeral flowers – their heavenly aroma lends itself nicely to this wine.

dandelion infusion

Dandelion Flower Infusion and Syrup

Dandelions are wonderful medicine and a delight to drink. Make an infusion from dandelion flowers and give it a try, or turn it into a tasty simple syrup for herby cocktails and desserts.

Garlic Mustard Pesto Recipe from Pixiespocket.com

Garlic Mustard Pesto Recipe – guilt-free foraging

Garlic Mustard is on the loose! This invasive plant spreads like wildfire and can suppress native plant growth. Luckily, it is also delicious and makes a great pesto!

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