Welcome to the Growing Up Herbal Journal where you'll find information on herbal education, recipes, tutorials, natural living tips and tricks, and behind the scenes glimpses of how I live life naturally.
A good cup of coffee can really make the difference between a bad day and a roaring success. Wouldn’t you agree? I know I sure do! But brewing a good, strong cup can be tricky when you’re constantly on the go AND health conscious. That’s where finding and using one of the healthiest coffee pots […]
Well, hello there, friend! Today I thought I’d try something a bit different from the norm and give an audio recording a try about some things I’m doing to embrace the end of summer. This […]
I shared a reel on Instagram a week or so ago about harvesting lavender from my garden that was a bit past its prime. Yes, I kept meaning to get around to harvesting it earlier, […]
If you’re anything like me, you have a bit of extra time in the summer to indulge in some extra reading. While reading happens on a daily basis for me, in the summer, I like to fill my summer reading list with novels, particularly best selling ones because I find that I tend to enjoy […]
We are all works in progress. Wouldn’t you agree? I have been pursuing a natural lifestyle for the last 15 years, and I find that I’m constantly taking steps forward and backward in my pursuit of simple, natural, seasonal living. When I’m taking steps forward, it always makes me feel really good about the choices […]
Summer wouldn’t be complete without its fair share of spontaneous family beach days or a family beach vacation. And while these outings can be tremendous fun and a source of joyous memories for years to come, the simple truth is you must plan ahead if you want to get these results. To avoid unpleasant surprises […]
Are you interested in learning how to use plants to support your health in as natural a way as possible — plants that grow in your backyard or in the forest behind your home or can be found in the local herb shop? If so, here's how you can become an herbalist!