I've opened an Etsy shop in 2012 after my blessed Sister (Lakota and Cherokee) crossed over. On her and my husbands (Laguna Pueblo) suggestion it was the time to begin this journey. There are so many parts to getting the shop up and running and once I was given the ok to open the doors, things have moved fairly quickly. I've learned the herbal ways from several people in my life--through working as a consultant at an herbal store and taking their classes in OKC, from Elders I have studied with for the past 35 - 40 years both on the Reservations and off, and listening to the teachings from my Relatives along the way. Our family has always lived by the Sacred teachings of Grandmother Moon and created not only our gardens but our healing medicines during her cycles. Sharing those medicines with our family and friends along the way has always been there--and it wasn't until right before my Elder Sister in the traditional ways passed on that I was instructed to begin working with the People more. That is, in essence, what prompted me to rededicate my Etsy shop and open the doors up wide.
I hope as you amble through our listings you will understand that the teachings I have been shown are a part of each item created. Time goes in to being healthy, and a strong vibrant commitment to life in all of its' forms. Medicines are all around us --provided by Mother Earth. Walking gently upon her, gathering medicines and creating tinctures, herbal balms or salves, soaps or oils one must be ever mindful of the footprints one leaves. There are times our medicines will take a moon cycle or more to create. After all, there are 13 moons in the year--and healing from a traditional perspective can take those full 13 moons--or even longer. Be mindful of that. Be gentle with yourself. I'll work with you and help you as far and as long as you choose it. I do hope you do--choose life. Health. Joy. and most of all Love.
Thank you ever so much for stopping by, it is truly an honor. I look forward to our journey together,
Sandy
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