bought. I hadn’t grown and dried that tobacco. I offered some song, some chanting. And gave my attention.
Walked on to the East Gate, which I knew was covered by broken limbs and fallen trees. It was easy enough to come down from the road, and I found the spot immediately. The creeks were bubbling and lively, but the whole place was fallen limbs. I felt sad. Again, thought about offering care. The energy was so different! This is near two places where I’ve given a lot of energy, planting food trees and making spaces, stairs, paths – to be altered first by floods a couple of hears ago, now by the fallen trees. Perhaps my sadness was for the loss of what I’d done, perhaps the land itself feels broken. Either way, there’s healing work to do here.
Through the orchard, seeking the South Altar – but not sure where it is, and can’t easily get around the many fallen trees. Some were old and it was their time to come down. I just don’t know. Again, the creek was beautiful, bubbling and clear.
Nettle Soups – Recipes
Nettles are known for being rich in minerals, tonic, builder of blood, bones, and connective tissue. Wood nettles taste much better than stinging nettles.
Handle raw nettles with tongs or leather gloves. Dried or slightly cooked, nettles are safe to touch. Before cooking, wash nettles until water comes away clear. Cover with cool water, remove with tongs or use sieve. Check to make sure water is clear.
Measuring nettles is a joke. You can cram them tightly into a space, or let them be loose. These recipes are organized around the packaging I’m using to sell them – half pound boxes.
