I’ve been pretty quiet on my blog because I’ve been a writing, revising, and editing machine these past few months! My debut novel, River Magic, released on Samhain, but I couldn’t sit around celebrating too long! I had to dive back into the thick of things to get its sequel ready for you! Hearth MagicContinue reading “Hearth Magic Cover Reveal and Blurb!”
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Magic Lessons
The house grows still after another busy day. Upstairs, my husband’s voice rumbles like a purring cat as he reads to our daughter in bed. A moment ago, she sipped a “sleepy dream time” potion we made together. Lately, Bee has been playing witch. I did the same thing when I was her age. IContinue reading “Magic Lessons”
Three Things Thursday: Seedlings, Meditating with Plants, and Camp Nano!
It’s hard for me to top yesterday’s big announcement, but I hope this week’s edition of Three Things Thursday also inspires you. Seedlings: The seeds I started on March 20th are doing well for the most part. The beans are most vigorous as you can see from above. The tomatoes and squash have sprouted, whichContinue reading “Three Things Thursday: Seedlings, Meditating with Plants, and Camp Nano!”
Three Things Thursday: Kitchen Magic, Writing Community, and “Mercury in Gatorade”
Once more, in an effort to update my blog more regularly, here’s another installment of Three Things Thursday! Three mini posts nestled together in one for your viewing pleasure! Kitchen Magic With My Daughter Bee is showing more interest in both cooking and magic, so showing her how they can mix is a no brainer!Continue reading “Three Things Thursday: Kitchen Magic, Writing Community, and “Mercury in Gatorade””
Three Things Thursday: Writer Spotlight, Winter Gardens, and Waffles
Once more, in an effort to update my blog more regularly, here’s another installment of Three Things Thursday! Three mini posts nestled together in one for your viewing pleasure! 1) Hagstone Publishing recently released a little interview with me. In it, I share one of the most significant, spiritual moments of my life. It actuallyContinue reading “Three Things Thursday: Writer Spotlight, Winter Gardens, and Waffles”
30 Days Magical Roots Challenge – Days 12-15
I feel like there’s a maelstrom swirling around inside me lately. Along with relaxing to some of my favorite shows, I’ve been throwing myself into writing. Writing anything – my book, blog updates, tweets, even my first fanfic – just to keep that swirl of stressful worries from tearing me open. With that in mind,Continue reading “30 Days Magical Roots Challenge – Days 12-15”
Sweet Kitchen Magic
Each year for my husband’s birthday, I make him a New York style cheesecake. He adores it, and each year, it gets better and better. It’s quite a time-consuming dessert to make, which is why it’s a rare treat and one of my gifts to him. This year was especially demanding because we don’t haveContinue reading “Sweet Kitchen Magic”
Making Elderberry Syrup
My little family is feeling under the weather, so I figured it was time to finally try my hand at making elderberry syrup. It’s an old herbal remedy to help prevent and cope with colds*. I followed Mountain Rose Herbs’ video recipe. As the mixture simmered, the divine aroma of berries, cinnamon, ginger, and cloveContinue reading “Making Elderberry Syrup”
Summertime Kitchen Magic – Watermelon Juice Tutorial
Homemade Watermelon Juice. Made and photographed by Grey Catsidhe – 2012 Although it’s hot today in the North Country, the nights keep feeling cooler and I’ve even noticed some color on the trees. Children are preparing to go back to school and pumpkins are ripening on the vine. The wheel of the year is turning,Continue reading “Summertime Kitchen Magic – Watermelon Juice Tutorial”
Kitchen Magic – Zucchini Alchemy
Fresh, shredded zucchini from my parents’ garden. Add some other goodies, like local flour and eggs… Oooey, gooey goodness! Multiply by two! Fresh zucchini bread – one of my most favorite baked goods in the world. Full of love and harvest energy! What are you doing in the kitchen?
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