Herb Guide: Lemon Balm

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Learn the medicinal and culinary uses of lemon balm, how to grow it, and how to make your own traditional Carmelite water.

To get the best flavor out of lemon balm, shear it with scissors, cutting it down by half or more, at least once a month. You can safely harvest three-quarters of the plant every three to four weeks and not harm it.

Often when someone asks me what my most favorite herb would be, I enjoy the surprise on their face when they hear my answer: Lemon balm, I say, without any hesitation.

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) isn’t at the top of most people’s favorites list. Basil, parsley, and lavender are the most popular herbs in America, but lemon balm isn’t even on the top 10 list. But it is deserving of considerably more recognition.

Lemon balm is a perennial herb from the mint family (

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Daily Words of the Buddha for May 23, 2018

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Pāli Word a Day for May 23, 2018 — saṇhā — smooth, soft, gentle, mild

Acchecchi vaṭṭaṃ,
byagā nirāsaṃ.
Visukkhā saritā na sandati.
Chinnaṃ vaṭṭaṃ na vattati.
Esevanto dukkhassā.

One has broken the cycle,
attained freedom from desire.
The dried-up stream no longer flows.
The cycle, broken, no longer turns.
This, just this, is the end of misery.

Udāna 7.62

Card of the Day – The Hanged Man – Tuesday, May 22, 2018

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Wait a minute! Have you been trying to figure out how to do something lately? Perhaps you have yet to come across what you feel is the proper approach for success. The Universe, can, at times, conspire to hold you up, bringing about delays which can ultimately work to your advantage. The trick is to take a good look around and be open to new perspectives; if you live your life with blinders on, this may not be an easy thing for you, and you can find any type of setback to be frustrating.

The Hanged Man can represent a number of things, but in more modern speak, referring to this card as a speed bump tends to get the point across. After all, what are speed bumps for, other than to slow you down, so as to force you into taking a good look at your surroundings, and then…

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Magdalena Tarot Forecast 5/21/18 – 5/27/18: Emotional Roller Coaster

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It’s the 21st  week of the year and the card of the week is the King of Cups reversed. Upright the king is in control of his emotions and he is the ruler of his heart. But reversed, the King has nothing but an empty cup he seeks to fill. This week you may be given the chance to sample all the things you can filly our cup with but ask yourself which of these things will really leave you feeling fulfilled? The number of the week is 3, a number of 2 becoming 1.
Mantra: Choose happiness and love.
Card Artist:  Carol Phillips

All times in the Forecast are set to Pacific Standard Time.  For time conversions, go here.

Monday 05/21/18 Temperance
Numerology: 1(0)
Moon Enters…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for May 21, 2018

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Pāli Word a Day for May 21, 2018 — kalla — healthy; in good spirits; sound, fit; ready (for); capable, clever; proper, fitting

Akkodhena jine kodhaṃ;
asādhuṃ sādhunā jine;
jine kadariyaṃ dānena;
saccenālikavādinaṃ.

Overcome the angry by non-anger;
overcome the wicked by goodness;
overcome the miser by generosity;
overcome the liar by truth.

Dhammapada 17.223
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Card of the Day – 6 of Cups – Monday, May 21, 2018

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Nostalgia and memories are the typical embodiment of the 6 of Cups, and to see it on a Monday really feels to lend a positive beginning to the work week. Perhaps you have plans to meet up with a long-time acquaintance for coffee or lunch, so as to reminisce of the old days. Typically, Monday can be a day fraught with anxieties, crises, and challenges. The 6 of Cups serves as a reminder to take time out to stop and smell the roses. Chill would be a great attitude to adopt for the day.

In recent days, the news outlets have been flooded with old photographs and video reels of past Royal Weddings. There is definitely a fair amount of nostalgia associated with these, and we also can see the evolution of society along the way.

See you here tomorrow!

Source: The Cook’s Tarot

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Omnivorous versus Vegan Diets: A Debate. Part I, by Renee Lehnen & Kansas Stanton

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Naturalistic Pagans not only view the Earth as sacred, but also ourselves, each other, and other beings that share this planet with us. But regarding food, what does the most Naturalistic Pagan diet look like? Writers, Renee Lehnen (an omnivore) and Kansas Stanton (a vegan) debate this question regarding topics on human evolution, health, environmentalism, ethics, sustainable meat, and clothing. We hope that within this debate, the reader can answer this question for themselves and be able to make a spiritually conscious and physical difference. -Kansas Stanton 

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Omnivorous versus Vegan Diets: A Debate. Part II, by Kansas Stanton & Renee Lehnen

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Naturalistic Pagans not only view the Earth as sacred, but also ourselves, each other, and other beings that share this planet with us. But regarding food, what does the most Naturalistic Pagan diet look like? Writers, Renee Lehnen (an omnivore) and Kansas Stanton (a vegan) debate this question regarding topics on human evolution, health, environmentalism, ethics, sustainable meat, and clothing. We hope that within this debate, the reader can answer this question for themselves and be able to make a spiritually conscious and physical difference.  Continued from Part I.

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Omnivorous versus Vegan Diets: A Debate. Part III, by Renee Lehnen & Kansas Stanton

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Naturalistic Pagans not only view the Earth as sacred, but also ourselves, each other, and other beings that share this planet with us. But regarding food, what does the most Naturalistic Pagan diet look like? Writers, Renee Lehnen (an omnivore) and Kansas Stanton (a vegan) debate this question regarding topics on human evolution, health, environmentalism, ethics, sustainable meat, and clothing. We hope that within this debate, the reader can answer this question for themselves and be able to make a spiritually conscious and physical difference. -Kansas Stanton 

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Foodstyles | Asparagus and Brie Puff Pastry with Thyme Honey

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Buttery puff pastry, creamy brie, roasted asparagus, and sweet honey all come together in this simple, asparagus and brie puff pastry. These pastries are great for a Mother’s Day brunch, as an appetizer, lunch, or even a light dinner, making them perfect for entertaining. But they best part, they are so delicious!  […]

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Daily Words of the Buddha for May 20, 2018

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Pāli Word a Day for May 20, 2018 — katāvi — one who has done what was to be done

Kodhaṃ jahe vippajaheyya mānaṃ,
saṃyojanaṃ sabbamatikkameyya.
Taṃ nāmarūpasmimasajjamānaṃ
akiñcanaṃ nānupatanti dukkhā.

One should give up anger, renounce pride,
and overcome all fetters.
Suffering never befalls one
who clings not to mind and body and is detached.

Dhammapada 17.221
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Daily Tarot | Card of the Day – The World – Sunday, May 20, 2018

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What a terrific card to kick off a new cycle! For the next four weeks the Sun will be in Gemini, and I have been talking about Gemini season for a while now. Expect some of those doors to begin opening, not all at once, but more like one at a time. You can do and accomplish so much over the coming month, and you may even find yourself amazed at the things with which you finally begin making headway.

The Circle of Life is part of this card, and itwill be prominent now, as we see new babies arriving, after the departure of someone held dear. The World card is much like a relay race, and in some ways, when you successfully approach the Finish Line of a part of your journey, you find yourself at a Starting Line for the next phase. Expect new opportunities to become…

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Very rare Lilith conjunct Pluto in Capricorn

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Lilith and Pluto meet May 18 and stay in close contact during the Royal Wedding. This is a rare event occurring at 21+ degrees Capricorn hasn’t happened in 1964 years. 

Lilith is conjunct Pluto in Capricorn May 18 @ 21 degrees 08 minutes. This is extremely empowering for women to say Hell no we aren’t going to compromise in any way or be second fiddle and we refuse to support in any way or have anything to do with the patriarchy, with governments, hierarchies and abusive sexual power mongering leaders and corporations.

We can see this reflected in Meghan Markle choosing NOT TO BE GIVEN AWAY by any man because for better or worse her father Thomas Markle freaked out over the PR of his being paid to put some photos out and apparently also because of his wayward older children putting Markle down and embarrassing the hell out of…

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Herb Guide: Chamomile

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  • German Chamomile – Matricaria chamomilla
  • Roman Chamomile – Anthemis nobilis

The chamomile herb is another well-known plant, used in making effective herbal remedies for the treatment of a variety of illnesses. The herb has a great relaxant action on the nervous system and the digestive system. The herbal remedies made from this plant are considered to be a perfect remedy for the treatment of disorders affecting babies and children. The main action of the chamomile is that it brings about relaxation in all the smooth muscles throughout the body of an individual. The herb acts on the digestive tract and rapidly brings relief from any muscular tension and spasms, it alleviates disorders such as colic, and it can reduce the amount of abdominal pain, and remedy excess production of wind and abdominal distension in patients.

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Daily Words of the Buddha for May 19, 2018

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Pāli Word a Day for May 19, 2018 — abhinata — bent towards, inclined towards

Dhamme ca ye ariyapavedite ratā
anuttarā te vacasā, manasā kammunā ca.
Te santisoraccasamādhisaṇṭhitā,
sutassa paññāya ca sāramajjhagū.

Those who are devoted to the Dhamma made known by the Noble Ones
are unsurpassed in speech, thought and action.
They are established in peace, gentleness and concentration,
and have reached the essence of learning and wisdom.

Sutta Nipāta 3.332
The Discourse Collection: Selected Texts from the Sutta Nipāta, translated by John D. Ireland

Daily Tarot | Card of the Day – 10 of Cups – Saturday, May 19, 2018

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I believe the anticipated number of royal-wedding watchers is over three billion people; whatever it is, it is an insane amount of people. So, today, whether you are watching Prince Harry marry his American starlet, or not, the chances of you not knowing about these nuptials is pretty nonexistent unless you have been living under a rock.

By now, you may be asking what this has to do with the card of the day. The 10 of Cups is the wedding card, that happy happy, joy joy, and all of the bliss which comes with emotional fulfillment. Perhaps you are even attending a wedding this weekend yourself, or, at the very least, spending some quality time around the home and family. The cards never cease to amaze me, so when I happened upon this today, my first reaction was the inability one will have to escape all of the coverage…

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