Gemini is here and it is a time of dynamic duality. The season unfolds in many patterns; branching, tufting, blossoming, twisting, splitting, integrating, decomposing and re-birthing. We open our hearts to the curiosity of forms that Gemini season offers us. In these times, we must plan adaptively and embrace the multitudes that we contain without becoming restless or stuck.  

3 Kin Elixir 

This tincture combines extracts of plant, lichen and fungus. Beebalm is a spicy antimicrobial herb that helps the body combat infection. Usnea lichen consists of symbiotic alga or cyanobacteria and a fungus and has been used for centuries for a wide range of applications from wound healing to healthy immune response. Turkey tail mushrooms have been used for centuries as immune system support, cancer prevention, and overall reduction of inflammation. Use this blend to ground into your health and vibrancy. 

Haldi Moon (Golden Milk) Blend:

This blend of aromatic spices is for grounding, digesting and processing; making joy in a dark time. 

Heat about 8 oz of any kind of milk to your preferred temperature, then mix in a teaspoon of this spice blend and a teaspoon of sugar or honey (your choice). Turmeric’s anti-inflammatory properties are activated by spicy black pepper. Ashwagandha is a soothing adaptogenic root that helps the body adjust and change with its environment. Cinnamon and cardamom are sweet digestive helpers that calm the tummy and warm the heart. 

Zinc Sol Butter:

This smooth, creamy sunscreen employs herbal infused oils from the farm to nourish your skin. Goldenrod is a bright skin toner and cleanser. Rosemary is anti-inflammatory and contains antioxidants that protect the skin from damage. And Sage, in low doses, is antimicrobial and refreshing. The mineral zinc oxide creates a physical broad-spectrum barrier, reflecting UV rays and protecting the skin. Combined with plant butter (Shea) and beeswax from our moon bees, this homemade sunscreen is safe for all parts of the body that you want to protect from the sun. 

Nigella Bookmark Poems

Black Cumin, also known as Nigella sativa and Love-in-a-Mist, is a plant ally that grows abundantly in our garden. We celebrate when we see Nigella flowering because it calls for a time of warmth, solar plexus activation (digestion, motivation, metabolism), and a sensation of enoughness. Last Gemini season we pressed these little babes in a book and this year we crafted them into art for you!