Spring is getting into full swing and as it does, so do the commercials for using weed killer to kill those darn old dandelions.

STOP THERE...if you think dandelions are a pesky weed...think again...dandelions are a gift from nature! Dandelions are food for you, bees and other animals and pollinators. Dandelions are actually GOOD for you and your lawn...

For the lawn, their wide-spreading roots loosen hard-packed soil, aerate the earth and help reduce erosion. Their deep taproot pulls nutrients such as calcium from deep in the soil and makes them available to other plants. Dandelions actually fertilize the grass and if you look close they really are beautiful and bring cheer and sun into your life. Ironically those little yellow wonders so many try to kill are one the most expensive things to buy in the market or whole food store.

Health wise, beyond making great wine...they can provide many health benefits at little cost to you. Dandelions can help you clear your sluggish system from winter woes and provide calcium and vitamin K to help with bone loss. They also contain iron and magnesium and small amounts of B & E vitamins. They can be eaten or made into a tea and all parts can be used, roots, leaves and flowers.

So if you have them in your yard take advantage of what Nature offers you. Dandelion flowers make a nice soft tea. You can dry them by wilting, in the sun or using a dehydrator. You have to be careful not to over dry with the dehydrator. Do some research and find out all the things you can do with dandelion roots (stronger tea) flowers, and leaves, such as soups, tinctures, winter syrups for health, salads and more. Time to see and let others know of the 'gold'mine in your yard(s)

NOTE: As always, check to make sure of any herbs side effects and drug interactions before you consume them. Natural does not always mean good for YOU.

Nature always wears the color of Spirit

Ralph Waldo Emerson 

Laugh often 
Love large 
Dig in the dirt 
Grow a garden
and may the sun light your way 
Kellie + Herbs & Things

Maybe time to stay where you are?

                    

Staying within the confines of security, is not a sign

a weakness but a sign of wisdom

of knowing when the time  is right to move

~KMS~

Hello from Kellie and Herbs & Things and 'Everyone' Else.

December Jan 30th-Feb 6th 2019
Medicine Helper & Messenger

Burdock

Protection
Stick with secure things

Dec 28th 2018, 6 AM the entry in my 'messages' journal reads,
"Standing people will very important this coming year and beyond-Trees-Flowers-Plants-All- Listen and use their wisdom." 
That same day, Dec 28th, 2018 7:25 AM, My great niece Rachel sent me a message of a message she received.."Start a journal about plants, knowledge of plants will become important for medicine" and there was more...

Thus as always I find Nature amazing in what She brings from Creator as the Standing people have been very present in the newsletters, Nature Messages, directly to my niece and I, and I 'm sure many of you...Connecting to us whether directly or indirectly..Indirect through Beaver, Directly just recently Pine Tree, Red Clover...and now Burdock.

Standing People represent growth, being grounded and being connected to the Divine source and having strong roots to build upon.

At this time the moon is a waning crescent moon which indicates this is a rebuilding time, thus it makes sense  the messages the Standing People bring and this week it is Burdock, to let you know it is best at this time to stick to things that are secure, things that you know work and you know that will remain the same even through changes, things that will help you stay in place, to be nourished, grow and then bloom.

Burdock also indicates, represented by its great healing properties, that you are protected at this time as well as you are healing from a recent 'wound' or mishap. The root of the Burdock is the most important aspect of it's healing powers, thus bringing the medicine to you of a good root foundation...a foundation rooted in security and healing from great depths.

One needs security and a strong foundation to build upon and Burdock who has a deep tap roots in its first year, is here to help you stay rooted during this time of growth and the winds of change. Burdock brings the message now is not the time to move, it is best to stick with what you know is secure, until new opportunities arise in the future. 

Burdock not only offers much medicine in the form of protection through its abilities to fight inflammation, purify the blood, bringing in more oxygen to your body and protecting you from outside harm...but it also brings nourishment as the roots are edible. They are only edible in the first year of growth, indicating for you to stay rooted get fed what you need now at this time in your journey, and you will be sustained until it is the right time for you to move. For right now, digest what you are being fed, grow and build upon what you already have that is secure..then when an opportunity arises in the future you will be ready, stable and strong.

As Burdock matures, it gets a beautiful prickly purple/pink flower, indicating for you a connection to the Divine source and that of love. They bloom June through Oct. indicating for you you will see/ feel an increase in your 'connections' and or a greater opening of your Crown Chakra which will bring to you more wisdom and clarity of mind at that time. Creator says do not be impatient the time will come soon enough and right on time.

Take time on this Waning Crescent Moon and meditate on Burdock, let it show you with it's medicine what parts of your life need to be healed, then let its young tap root nourish you as you heal and grow. 

Visualize the purple flower and know this can be you and you too will have the ability to grab hold of your plan, stick to it and move on when the time is right. Opportunities you have not imagine are awaiting just for the right time to present themselves to you...get nourished, grow, trust in your connection to Creator and you will be ready.

Blessings and great love from Creator,  and Nature

Love large
Dig in the dirt
Grow a garden
and may the sun light your way
Love you all
Kellie
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