"In some Native languages the term for plants translates to "those who take care of us."
~ Robin Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass
Have You Heard the Call from the Green Realms?
Once upon a time, when you were small, did you have a special tree? A secret garden? Maybe it was a private little retreat in some woods or a vacant lot or a park near your home. A place you felt safe, and, in some indescribable way, seen and … loved.
From the moment we draw our very first breath, the plants of the Earth are essential to our survival. But what if our relationship is even more rich and complex than we have ever imagined?
What if we are, in fact, conversing with them, singing with them, and guided by them, even as we breathe their gift of life, eat of their fruits, and are healed by their medicines?
Since prehistoric times, the knowledge of herbs and flowers has been a vital part of the healing and magical practice of spiritual practitioners on every path. From the monks of the medieval cloisters, to the wise women and shamans tending the needs of their villages, understanding and co-creating with plants has been a sacred trust.
But our ancestors did not think of the plant world as a mere commodity to be used at will. They worked with herbs, trees, and botanicals as energetic beings who had intelligence and sentient awareness.
For centuries, this view has been discouraged as quaint, ignorant or superstitious. But now, in the 21st century, thanks to the research of serious authors such as Michael Pollan, Peter Tompkins, Christopher Bird, and Cleve Backster, it appears we are coming full circle.
Their research is indicating that our green co-inhabitants on planet Earth may indeed be intelligent in unexpected, heretofore misunderstood ways. We stand on the edge of scientific breakthroughs that may reveal that our ancestors had it right all along. That plants are fully aware and possess mysterious, powerful ways of communicating with one another, as well as with the animal realms. That includes humans, of course!
It is from this perspective that I invite you to join me for an afternoon getting to know and working with our dear friends, the Green Allies.
This will include working with the botanical allies that are connected to your Tarot Birth Cards, so our October Boutique is highly recommended. In fact, sign up for both at the same time, and you'll receive a $15 rebate after we finish both classes.
Join Us As We Celebrate the Plant Spirit Energies of Herbs and Flowers
The fine print:
Saturday, November 4, 2023
1-5:30pm Eastern Time (U.S. Eastern Time)
$70.00 (US)