I'm In the kitchen, mixing up the medicine. Are you on the pavement, thinking about the government...?

Fresh, ethically wildcrafted elderberries decocting on the stove top. These lovelies will simmer down and concentrate. The decoction is then filtered, and raw, local, organic honey is gently blended in until smooth and syrupy. A touch organic grape alcohol is added as a preservative. And look what you can make with your syrup:

Hot toddy made with elderberry syrup, fresh lemon, and a cinnamon stick. Yes, please!

​I journeyed out into the woods yesterday, and what did I find? My favorite elderberry tree was laden with berries, so much so that some of the branches were performing yogic backbends.  As always, I asked permission of the elder tree to harvest some of the berries, and made my offerings afterward. This tree grows on a beautiful gently sloping hill, with an awe-inspiring view of forests, rivers, and valleys. Spending time sitting under the tree, I had an opportunity to dream up visions of the future. And the future is looking bright! Check out my limited edition Elixirs and Things.... Perfect timing before your first flu of the season!