Crafting Elderberry Syrup (and a little chit-chat)
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
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Things are weird right now and I feel like it's important to discuss the events happening in the united states and not just ignore them. I know this isn't my normal content and I will get back to it soon but it is something that I need to say.
The elderberry syrup recipe I have used as a base:
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•My name is Annabel Margaret though most people just call me Annie
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I literally just got back from a protest, and was like "I need to stop doom scrolling" and I came to your video. But even though I was trying to escape a bit I am SO glad you are saying something. My biggest problem right now is it feels like there are so many people doing nothing and it's so great to see you doing something, even just talking about it on your platform.
Same, although I didn’t just get back from a protest. I’ve been casting spells like crazy to make up for me being housebound! ❤️
@Farah Renard SMother Theresa was also a hugely problematic bitch
Spare us all the admonishment of some colonialist, racist and imperialist old hag that forced deathbed baptisms, supported forced religious conversion and condemned abortion, contraceptives and divorce.
SMother theresa is one of the worlds worst con artists at best and a religiously imperialist, racist murderer at worst.
@Farah Renard mother Teresa let people suffer to bring them closer to God in her belief system. She 100% is NOT someone to be idolizing or looking to right now for how to act.
I live in the south where most men are celebrating and generally people are arrested if they protest because no one in power wants to acknowledge that we have problems. I think a lot of us don’t know what to do. We feel helpless right now. All I know to do is to keep sharing resources for where women in my area of the country can get help should they need it. Thank you for being proactive ❤️
Fell free to limit digital media for your own health, or at least be selective for the resources. I found that making a list of what I really look for in media helps, I find that connection plays a big rule in the reason why one will find themselves scrolling for digital media endlessly, I found that for me being aware what is the reason I log into digital media is, push notifications often draw my attention and it is so accessible it is really easy to get lost in it, and lose a lot of time for it.
So here are some list of reasons digital media is so great!
Forums give us a precious opportunity to connect with endless amounts or limited amount of people easily - often it is a way to create a digital neighborhood for likeminded people
Filmography gives us the opportunity to see personal creations.
Art - how fortunate we are to be able to see so many artists share their precious things
Inspiration
Motivation, this is a slippery one - I find that lots of younger people are spending more time looking for motivation than creating it by doing that thing you need to do, BUT often people do find that togetherness gives them a kick of excitement about doing that thing
News, we have more than few accessible options for getting our news. We want to be aware and connected to humanity and it is often very important to be grounded in the state of the world. However, keep in mind that some people can be very sensitive to news, and there is a pressure to be super duper up to date with actuality while in reality many of us could do better with more time for processing News than consuming News. It is good to be able o track the amount of time you spend on consuming News and self checking if it feels proportionally right for us right now.
Connection with people we know, emailing or getting in touch with others
Chores we have to do on digital media, we have to do them
Hobby sharing/ Hobby learning
Study
Teaching
Time passing
Escapism
All are very good reasons for using digital media, I found that as ai am a sensitive person, I often need balance and time off media so I can actually process all the information I consume through my day to stay receptive to happiness and healthy.
Hey Annabel, I’m in the UK but just know I’m standing with you and sending so much love to you and all the women in the US right now. Big hugs 🤍
I wanted to let you know how much this comment means to me. I'm so scared and furious about what's happening, and it helps so much to know there are those in the rest of the world who care. Thank you. 💜
@@ti9erlilly I know my love, the world is a very scary place at the moment, but try and stay strong okay! Much love 💖
Also UK. I can't believe how we're going backwards. Equality still hasn't fully happened but given lip service on so many areas. Women still don't own their own bodies, it's disgusting and then some. Sending gentle hugs to all but especially those this is impacting directly daily.
Thank you Anna Annabel. If all that can do just a little that comes together to make a big whole.
@@ti9erlilly Sorry but what's going on there now? I never watch tv or follow any news from any media, while from these comments it seems that there's something pretty weird going on there.
Annabel, I have felt frozen in time and fear since Jan 6. I just feel so helpless and as if I don’t belong here anymore. I’m a boomer and believed i was living a beautiful life. I am normally such an optimist and fun loving person and always used to believe our country was the greatest country in the world. Today on the 4th of July with another shooting at a parade and after all the crap we’ve been going through these last 3-4 years I feel like chicken little. “The Sky Is Falling” even when I meditate,pray, and thank our Creator for the many blessings he’s showered me with I wake up many mornings lately in fear and dread. I’m glad, I’m so glad as a content creator that you have said something. So so many have not. I grew up in California in the 60-70’s and have lived here in Texas for over 35 years. I loved my life, it was good. But everything has slowly degraded and it seems everyone is so angry. I find myself crying in fear for my country and wondering what type of country will be here for my sons. I feel so saddened some days and keep waiting for the shift or the tide to turn yet it seems so elusive. Thank You beautiful girl for your sweet beautiful videos that bring me a small moment of peace. The World Is Such A Magnificent Magical Place. Why are we making it so hard to exist with one another? I challenge you all to just be kind…For Gods Sake I’m tired! Big Love ♥️
Annie, thank you for addressing what is going on in our Country. It actually makes me feel worse when the creators I follow don't address the situation. I've been on this planet 68 years and have fought my entire life for the freedoms that are now being stripped away from us. Don't give up hope, take the time you need to educate yourself and then gather your strength and do all you can to make the changes we need. I'm not giving up, I'll be back in the trenches fighting again , to get back the freedoms I believed we had finally won. I love your videos, I love the peacefulness and joy you bring to this Community...but we can and must do both. It's all about balance. Share your feelings whenever you feel the need. Thank you again for sharing your feelings today, as I'm sure so many of us are feeling the same way. ❤
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Get out while you can. The USA is turning into Gilead.
I've watched both of your channels for a couple of years and in this video, I saw a fire in you that I hadn't seen before. There is a "take no BS" energy about you and it is palpable. As women in the US, I think it would be wise for all of us to find the "take no BS" attitude that we've had since birth and that was conditioned out of us. Right now, that is my struggle ... finding my voice, finding my strength and finding the best position from which I can fight the fight we are all encountering right now.
Thank you for basically putting your foot down and refusing to stay silent! You have reinvigorated that fire within me and I hope others can take inspiration from you.
Lots of love, strength and support to you. ❤
Annabel, I’m glad you expressed how you are feeling about the state of our country. I, too, am horrified by some of the things that have recently occurred, in particular in regards to women’s rights, LGBTQA+ rights and the protection of our environment. I was a teenager when Roe v. Wade became the law of the land and I never thought a day would come when the Supreme Court would overturn it! This is so incredibly dangerous on a number of levels. I feel like some people want to take us back to the dark ages!
The Supreme Court has been infiltrated and no longer neutral but totally politicized. Right wing Supreme Court. Time to move to Canada or Central America or Australia.
I just started watching. So many are asleep still. I live in fear of what they say is going to come and happen. Especially being disabled, older, and on a limited income. I fear for the future. In no way am I prepared as so many things happened this last year that kept me from being ready. I had to move across the US, but at least I brought my herbs with me. So much else had to be left behind. I fear for the world. All I can do is to try to stay calm and as peaceful as possible and hope for the best.
PLEASE KNOW YOU ARE LOVED❣
Sending: Manna, Strength & Care; Blessings, Prayers & LOVE; Mercies, Grace & Compassion and All the Luck, Favor & Joy✊🏽🍀✌🏽❤🙏🇨🇦May All be Free from Suffering💫
💜💜💜 Annabelle, when people find you, it's their energies match and the world is hungry for the truth. it doesn't know what the truth is so it is searching frantically and desperately. They humbleness and gentleness of your spirit is what people so need. and yes, you are a human with a spirit and that human must express its emotions completely
This situation doesn't just affect the US, we here in the UK are horrified too. The US is an important player on the world stage, and other countries look to your country for ideals and handling of issues. This isn't just a problem for women in your country, it is a problem for all women on our planet.
Honestly, it scares me as an American that people look to us for ideals and handling of issues, considering how awful and corrupt this country can be. I know ALL governments have issues and corruption, but we are no one to idolize or look to as mentors. Personally, I always look to Europe as a good example of how we should live. America could be SO much better, especially if we eliminated the two party system that so ruthlessly divides us. 😢
Thank you for not just ignoring this huge injustice and just doing a regular video. I hate it when people do that on any social platform. I am with you that this is a super scary and maddening time. Much Love 💕
I am 67 years old and I feel very uneasy with all that is going on in America. I am an American. I haven't felt this way in a very long time. I'm praying for our Country and for all American woman.
Thank you so much for not ignoring the current situation on your platform. It pisses me off honestly how many have been. We need as many people as possible to talk about it right now. So thank you for being a part of that
Oh god your so right!
and you should just speak your mind and it will all come together.
But yes people need to open their eyes and see what is truly going on. That doesn't mean that you are a fear mongering just sharing your thoughts my friend.
Thank you for what you do.
Sending my love from an American living in England. What's going on in America makes me sad and scared. I hope we can all find ways to fight back.
Thank you for not ignoring the present but also being yourself. Much love. 🫶🏾🫰🏾
Thank you for your feelings, thoughts, and gifts! You are a treasure to all of us. Thank you for sharing everything!
Annie I am 72 years old and have been scared of just what is happening in my country since that man was elected. When the supreme court got stacked I began to be petrified. Years ago ,long before it became a movie or a TV show, I read The Handmaid's Tale and prayed and voted so it could never happen in my country. Little did I realize just now many of our freedoms would be so easily lost! I am terrified to think another right wing justice could be voted in. I am scared because every morning the news hits with another shooting, another life lost to senseless gun violence and my votes don't seem to be enough anymore. (I live in Houston) I don't like to live my life in fear. I don't want it for you or any future generations. All we can do is keep talking, keep marching, keep voting as long as we can and telling our stories, don't let history get rewritten! Our voices cannot die! We also have to keep living, for as frightened as I can get in these times I do firmly believe that as long as we breathe, there IS hope! Blessings sweet Annie! Hug those pups for us!
My heart is with you beautiful soul. Infinite love and gratitude for you and in speaking your truth. You are so loved 🍃
One love, peace and continuous seeking of knowledge to all of you lovely beings out there.
I love all of you so very deeply. 🙏🏼
Welp. As a queer, disabled woman living in the US I am dumbfounded, depressed, and deeply worried about the trajectory of things in our country. I worry they're coming for my marriage next. I worry they're coming for all my privacy and autonomy. It's frightening. It's good to come here, know it's a safe space to learn and relax, and yet still acknowledge the issues.
That being said, I would love to see some herbal remedies for joint and muscle pain, fevers, and fatigue. I live with Lupus and struggle with those symptoms. I take a mountain of meds but it would be wonderful to have some herbal and magickal remedies at hand too. Thanks for sharing this. 🖤
Girl, 🥺 I live in America, Florida of all places… I can’t even begin to explain how my soul is crushed right now, I just do what I can to stay educated, make sure I vote every chance I can and stay strong & powerful, yours & few other RUclipsr videos help my mind, & heart… thank you stay strong mentally & physically, you are not alone 💕
Yes it is scary right now. We definitely need home herbals recipes that will calm us down and help us relax.
Thank you💜
Thank you, Annie. I’m with you.
Sending blessings to you and all in your country living in such terrible times. I totally respect you for speaking out and not letting people put their heads in the sand but still creating a safe space.
Also, elderberry syrup is amazing. Really glad to see you making it.
Hello Annabel! Thank you for this content. It is relevant and helps us grow. I live in Canada, Quebec, and women still live with this fear of having the right to abortion taken away, with the conservative party which is very close to American conservative ideology. I'm behind American women right now, especially women in general. Removing the right to abortion is, in my opinion, a gesture of violence. I am proud of you! I am proud that you use your resources to say that we still have to continue to educate and inform ourselves! Thank you for everything! With much love, Bella!❤🌷
I am also out of words with current events... But I do feel that the way of living that you share with us must be a part of the way forward. Thank you for your work Annabel :)
Best Wishes to you Anne in these uncertain times and stay safe
I’ve been laying low online for much the same thoughts and feelings you’ve described. Thank you for sharing this herbal remedy and your feelings here. I have a feeling I’ll need both the syrup and the sense that we’re here for each other. Sending courage and strength. ❤
You should create your own line of teas and syrups, Il be first in line to buy!
Thank you for saying something! People DO need to wake up and get political. I have worked in policy and politics for most of my adult life in Washington State and it is hard and not pretty. In other places it is even harder. I understand why people want to avoid it or ignore it. But the direction we have been headed for a long time now shows that we don’t have the luxury of staying out of it. I hope people become more active on the federal, state and local levels and sharpen their scrutiny of politicians and policies and help their friends and families vote in their own self interest rather than helping the oppressors and exploiters. They have no love for us witches.
Feeling the same way! I’m thankful to live in a “safer” state, but I don’t feel safe! Thank you for sharing your concerns and saying that we all need to educate ourselves! There are always things to learn!! Blessed Be!
I came to the U.S. as a legal non-immigrant when Obama was the president and I saw the people in this country getting along and things were pretty chilled out. However, over these last 5 years I see American so divided and so troubled that I don't feel like living here anymore. I am so glad I am not an American citizen. 7 years ago all I wanted was to live here forever but now I don't have that desperate desire at all. The recent Supreme Court decision is such a huge violation of human rights that I cannot still believe this is happening in America - the so-called most advanced nation of the world!
thanks for what you create💛💛
Good for you for mentioning what's going on. I dont see how anyone on youtube in America can ignore the horrible way women's rights are being taken away.
I too am at a loss for words. It still doesn't feel real what's happening. And I agree, it's uncomfortable not to address it, even if there isn't anything we can do🖤
Although not in America but the UK, we feel you and see you. This power shift is global. Let our knowledge and self sufficiency empower us to gain strength for the future. Much love
It is good that you show yourself as not an expert because you mirror where most of us are. Thank you for this and what you will be sharing in the future to empower us going forward.💚
Thank you for speaking on what is going on in the messed up country we currently live in. Everyone needs to be involved in order to affect the change we want to see!
Thank you for this video. I watch all of them and this touched me just a bit more so then all the others I thoroughly enjoy. I come to your channel for exactly what you mentioned, peace and peace of mind from the day to day life I have in this urban setting, Chicago. your vulnerability is inspirational, don’t stop. You touch more souls then you can imagine
Hi annabel I'm sorry to hear your feeling so down, I know its a strange time and I have felt this for the past 3 years its not just your country its the whole world, but know this your videos have literally saved me and opened my eyes to a whole new world , your a very special person and your power is blinding, you should be very proud of yourself ❤️
🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 I live in Canada. I feel sadden by what is going on in the world. I absolutely agree with you Sweet Annabel that we are all connected. Keep doing what you are doing. You are giving us in the world something peaceful to watch everyday and you bring a calmness to us all. Bless you! 🤗
Sweetheart I have followed you for a long time. Don't let what's happening in your country affect you. The same is happening here in the UK. Don't be afraid, fear blinds you . We are one and we all need to stay together not through feat but love . Blessed be
In hard times it's also helping me a lot to get back to something down to earth, like baking bread or making jams. Thank you for the recipe! I recently made a syrup out of elder blossoms. 😊
🌲🍀🐾🥧sounds like a plan, or go fishing(bring the baked goods 🥮with of course 🙃)🎣😎🐾🍀🌲.
Sending so much love and support from the UK. It's a crazy time, when it feels like things are going backwards and not progressing. There are so many wonderful things in this world, but we can not ignore the horror that people are facing. Thank you for addressing it and doing your best to help. X
I'm in the uk & I'm horrified what is happening in your country, sending you love & support 💜💜💜
Thank you, Annie. I am someone who often writes endless paragraphs, yet I'm struggling to write at all these days. It's hard to find words for things that feel so unnatural and wrong. Yet, I truly believe we can make it through this and right what has been wronged. I hope we can do it soon. Thank you for being such a loving light. It's incredibly healing, and I know you are helping, and shall keep doing so as we continue down this dark winding road.
Thank you so much for acknowledging how so many of us in the USA have been feeling. I can't ignore it, either. I appreciate that you have the courage to speak out. Even saying, "I'm scared" is dangerous now. Thank you for sharing what you can to support healing within us. Much love, protection and joy to You.
I feel for you and all women affected by the overthrown law!! Do what ever feels right for you Annie! We love your videos!
Perfect timing, mine are nearly ready!
Annie,
Thank you for acknowledging and bringing the courage to speak truth about what its going on. As a Canadian ( just due North of you), I watch, once again in disbelief and great sadness. Canada has had its own fair share of this extremism . My heart breaks wherever and whenever we see this in the world.
I appreciate the thought and care you are putting into expressing yourself around these matters.
For me, your gentleness and calm manner are deeply rooted and bring peace to many.
Look after yourself and your young family. Find peace in the mountains there. I have had the privilege and joy of visiting The North Cascades several years ago. A beautiful area in your state, definitely. I miss it! Wherever you go, I will keep you and your family in quiet prayer for continued Blessings and Grace.
With love from the North .xx
P.s. The homemade Elderberry Syrup looks amazing!! It would go so nicely in yoghurt ? Or atop whole wheat and flax pancakes too! Even a bit with some Sparkling mineral water, perhaps .
Loved seeing the end result of the Lilac Shea butter ointment also! I can almost smell the aroma!
Annie, thank you so much for posting this. I've been waiting, maybe a bit too desperately, to hear about this from several channels I watch. To not feel so alone, I guess. I hadn't seen any of my favorites discuss or post anything about this until today with you! Thank you thank you thank you! I posted too to fill the void I felt. Not at all as well spoken and grounded as yours. It really provided me with healing and direction 🙏🏽💖🙏🏽💖🙏🏽
Thank you for addressing the issues going on right now. I’m in the US and very scared about what the future will be like. I really appreciate you speaking up about it, especially since it’s not going to just stop with Roe. That was just the beginning. I’m casting spells as often as I can and putting energy into them every night that equality will be restored and protection back in place. Thank you for this lovely, calming video that still addressed the horrors. Sending you love ❤️
My wife and I stand with you all. I know we have it easier in most of the UK though it’s not perfect. 😥❤️🇬🇧🏳️🌈
Thank you for speaking out. Honestly, I have been skipping over several feel-good videos not just yours “because” they seemed to be making videos in a vacuum. Again, thank you for looking right at the elephant in the room.
The only way out is through.
Thank you Annie, for sharing your true unfiltered self here in this space. I'm glad that you are not staying silent. I loved how "real" this video seemed. It's why I keep coming back to your channels. Thanks for keeping it real and inspiring me. I definitely would love to see some more content on self sufficiency and herbal healing. ❤️🌿
I stand with you Annabel. It's scary and I don't know what to do with all of this right now. The uselessness is what is making me angry. But it's up to me to learn how to channel that constructively. I know you'll find a way to get yourself to taking action as best as you can.
I'm feeling the same way about what's happening in this country right now. It's why I wasn't able to make the workshop on Patreon last month. I just couldn't imagine putting my focus into a workshop. But we'll get through this. I have to have hope that we can make it right.
I’m a new subscriber, and just beginning a journey to find myself spiritually, but I am so thankful that you are discussing this. I’m angry and frankly in disbelief. I don’t understand how this happened. But as I watch your videos, I always have a sense of peace. Thank you for that. You’ve really inspired me to begin reading about the path of the green witch and learning what nature has to offer us!
I come to your channel for YOU!
THANK YOU for giving of yourself🙏
That is THE GREATEST GIFT of ALL💯
GROWING ... it STRETCHES Us 🌱
We can BUILD ... the WORLD We Crave💞
Sending Great Gratitude & Appreciation, Big Blessings & LOVE, Many Mercies & Compassion and All the Luck & Joy🍀✌🏽❤🙏🇨🇦May All be Free from Suffering
Thank you 💞
Thank you for being honest and sharing your skills, very helpful💗
Sending peace and love from Britain.
I am glad you are saying something. There is a ton to work through. For all of us, whoever and wherever we are. No one is useless, and we can't be creative in a vacuum. Thank you for your work.
Loved the video and feel the same. We are in this together and together we will overcome these inconceivable events!!
You have helped inspire my husband, my teen, and myself to be more self-sufficient and mindful in our everyday living! Please never wonder if you're making a difference ... cause your story and videos have given me hope in so many ways! As a person with Crohn's Disease I have to be more careful about what I do and learning about plants and the natural wonders around me keeps me active and essentially keeps me moving forward. Thank you for being a big part of that!
Keep being an amazing person & looking forward to more of your herbal recipes 👍
hi Annabel, thank you for your honesty, I love watching both your channels, and I am aware of some of the issues that are happening in your country at the moment, it is good for you to share because we are in other parts of the world may be unaware and we can't truly trust the media, here in the UK, things are difficult in a different way, so pulling together and looking after ourselves like our ancestors, we can less be controlled, thank you for sharing and hopefully things will settle for the better big hug and tons of love , putting positive thoughts to you and your fellow Americans xxx
It went exactly how it was supposed to; you'll find that everything in life goes as it should, even when it feels like it shouldn't. The concoction is to the strength you'll need for this season. Enjoy! You are a crafter, even when you make "mistakes".
You are not alone. Lots of us are living in a fog, unsure about life. I continue to hope. I’m a big loner, try to stay with my crafts, and garden. Love nature. But yes unsure of things. I don’t know where to get elderberries. My health don’t allow me to leave my house much. But I do what I can. Blessings on you,I hope you find your peace. Love watching you. I’m old and don’t have the money or technology knowledge to see more. But watching you is comforting.
Thank you….just THANK YOU.🙏❤️
I'm so sorry for what is happening in the US. Just know that there are many people in many countries in Europe that are standing with you. I'm sending all my love to every woman in the US 💖 The gas and food prices are getting very expensive in Europe too because of the war in Ukraine. I don't understand what's happening in the world, but it's not good. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Warm hugs
I am from Canada and what is happening in the USA right now is absolutely shocking, scary and infuriating. Talk about it as little or as much as you want. But know that I am standing with you and all the American women. Stay strong! 💙
You are not alone. I cried with you because I heard the fear and sadness in your voice and I feel the same way. Keep sharing your positive ways to empower. We can’t stop what’s happening but we can raise our vibration collectively and hope that it will shift our trajectory on earth. Take comfort that your path and calling is vitally important and not in vain. Be well, beloved fellow herbalist💕
I am so grateful for all you do and have been doing. I started watching your videos around 2 years ago and it always gives me such peace. I am feeling all that you said and then some as I have two girls. I am just trying to keep them informed and let them know that they have all my love and devotion and backing in everything they say and do. On a side note, have you ever made honeysuckle syrup? I have some that grow in my yard and I would love to use them in my craft :)
Sending love and hugs to you all from the UK ❤️ 🇬🇧
Have the same shit here in Brazil, thank you Annie for share ❤
Thank you for addressing what is going on in our country. Your video's are very healing and will continue to be. I am 61 years old and rest assured; that this...is not over. Together...We WILL rise.
To all Americans, our reproductive laws relaxed here in Australia as yours tightened, if you can make it out here, we will help, our government will help, we have roundly condemned the actions of the American government for some time now xx
Boosting the focus on this outreach of Sisterhood!
The more We speak out about the powerz We have to help empower All, the more We have access to it All!!!! Aloha
Your knowledge and tools are useful and I am working on mine. I feel like Chicken Little all by myself. I’m happy to see some are listening.
You’re not alone in the despair many are feeling.. women especially. I’m a mother and grandmother born in 58. I remember rejoicing when RoevWade went into law. To see my descendants go back to less freedoms over their own bodies is criminal! We are marching, we are voting and as a witch I’m right with you.. using my abilities to try to help. Keep doing what you’re doing!
I love this!!! 🙂🥰🤩🙋❤️🙏😌🥳
So excited about the self sufficient videos! Can't wait!
I think most believe they do not have an issue as long as it doesn’t interfere with how they live, but it does. You take one thing away and soon, other things will be taken as well. It’s all very, “Don’t bite the hand that feeds”, to those that just accept things as they are.
I live in Germany, and I'm utterly outraged for women in America. I hope you will find the strength and unity and rise up to create change (again)...
People around the world stand with you
I am in austria and i'm glad you are talking about the things happening in america. I think europe can lern how fast things can change if we don't constantly fight for human rights.
Your dogs seems a lot like two gigantic cats when they’re all cozy playing like that
Foraging and indoor gardens would be amazing to learn!
The music and vibe of this whole video has this grief to it. So poignant, so apt. Thank you for sharing your heart with us. Yes, there's no avoiding the horrors our country is doing these days.
As an old, cis, white American woman I am also afraid for you and others, including members of my own family. We are living in very frightening times. Over the past 10 years I have learned so much, deconstructed much of my earlier teaching and understanding. I pray that you are your friend(s) are safe. Seattle is pretty progressive but everywhere has its wackos.
I'm looking forward to the elderberry syrup recipe.
Timeless.....blessings
Oh yes please do show us how to make a herbal garden. Again bless you.
Sending so, so much love. I don't even know what to say.. it is vicious times we're in.
💚💚 this recipe looks beautiful. I wish I could send you some native Australian herbs and spices to try.
It's getting a little too much like "The Handmaid's Tale" in the US. I am researching getting a foreign passport. There's a great RUclips video by Fleasy Malay called Witches. Really worth watching.
Urban gardening sounds good. Especially for people who don't have their own private gardens.
I'm not American, I'm from Brazil but I live in Japan now. I've always been keeping up with the news from the US. Things aren't so different in Brazil either. As you may have heard, the president is an horrible human being. Even worse, we had some terrible news relating to women rights and abortion recently. There's so much shame and hostility coming from the religious, very traditional groups in Brazil that, sadly, is a majority in our country and also very involved with political parties. One of the reasons why I don't want to go back to my country. It's so sad. I love it but at the same time, it breaks my heart and makes me hopeless for its future. But it's election year, and there's still some hope left.
Thank you for speaking on this! 💜
Yeah.... :( We got to hang in there, because that's all we can do at the moment, for now. Stay safe.
That sounds like such a great plan. How to be self sufficient, I'm extremely interested in, and I think will help me practically while the economy gets upended and mentally too, as I realize I'm good not interacting with the aspects of society that have let me down. And then the showing us the beauty still in this country, again so good for mental health, signs of hope or balance between the news cycle.
You are a super strong women. I send you this butterfly for transformation you need. 🦋 And a bit of luck and peace 🍀❤️ ( let it be pink heart )
Sweetheart, so many of us are with you in your fear and frustration about our country. You're a light in the darkness. And I hope you feel our love for you too. I definitely turned back to my craft to make me feel more empowered in these dark days.