Holiday Frenzy?

December is one of my favorite times of year-a month crammed with festivals. And the next is Winter Solstice/Yule- December 21st, the longest night of the year celebrated with burning candles & the Yule log.
December 22nd brings us to the eight days of Chanukah. Followed by Christmas on December 25th. These festivals all have something in common: lots of food, gatherings of family and friends, gift exchanges, ceremonies & music.

Yule is almost upon us and I am reminded once again of the intentions of the season: love, peace, kindness, charity & harmony. The ancients celebrated winter solstice in their own special ways, and through the years (really centuries) customs and rituals have changed. But as we end a year in a world that has seen so much unrest, this is the perfect time to embrace the intentions of love, joy & peace in our hearts and mind. The need has never been greater.

For me, the holidays are a melange of aromas. Each one sending me to another place & time. Burning frankincense & myrrh resins with their heady smoke evokes the sacredness of the holiday, while orange, clove, cinnamon and nutmeg bring me warmth. However the conifers, my favorite firs & spruces, are the ones that really transport me. Each one is like a forest on a crisp cold morning. Luckily I made a huge batch of Winter Solstice blend this year, plenty for all of us.

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No matter how you say it:

"A most Blessed Yule, Merry Christmas, Joyeux Noel, Mele Kalikimaka, Nollaig Shona, Buon Natale & Feliz Navidad to all of you"

Time for a Bath

Need to de-stress? With all the pressure we face this time of year, the fragrant bath is #1 on my self care list. During this season, It's always "essential" to quiet your mind & spirit. So set aside some time in your busy schedule to treat yourself to a luxurious bath with music, some scented salts,& perhaps a glass of wine & a piece or 2 of chocolate. The result? Pure relaxation.

Last Orders for Christmas

Mailing Deadlines:

According to the US Postal Service
Domestic Priority Mail should arrive on time if shipped by Wednesday, Dec. 21st, & Thursday Dec. 22nd is the deadline for Express Mail

Tulsi (Holy Basil)

Winter's energy is marked by dreaming & introspection. It is a time for awakening and love is the key that awakens the spirit & opens the heart. Tulsi is considered to be more powerful than any gem in the protection from negative influences.Tulsi brings with it the gift of creativity & a joyous & harmonious life. Wearing Tulsi is said to awaken the love that is naturally in our hearts.

Blue Moon Herbals will be closed from January 12th until January 31st for vacation. I am once again joining the Nail those Profits at Sea cruise & leaving for India immediately upon return to Miami. If you feel you will need anything during that time please order no later than January 9th.

With my aunt finally cared for and my fall at a toy store leaving me homebound, I finally have the time to start blogging again. I will also be posting class and workshop schedules, new oils & ideas there during the next 2 weeks.

I thank you all for your friendship and support during this year. Wishing you all the very best of Holiday Seasons from my heart to yours.

Debbi

Blue Moon Herbals & Aromatics LLC