Brigid's Way

09/03/2026

I've been blessed to do some work for the Lancaster Environmental Center project and today was one of my favorite type of days, a site visit.

I introduced some of the team to the Ambassador or Guardian Tree, this beautiful Red Oak. 💖

And we got to meet some of the neighbors. 🐍

The tentative outline of the building is staked out, so I wandered around talking to the Trees and Nature Spirits, letting them know the plans. Amazingly no one objected today, though they did site the building where the Nature Spirits requested it.

Often people think that if we were to consult with Nature for our building projects, nothing would get built. But that isn't true.

In my experience, Nature Spirits are grateful to be consulted and can provide valuable information which we may not otherwise know. Working WITH Nature helps our projects flow more easily with way less drama.

I consulted with some Trees today that originally were to be protected; however I could tell that the building was going to be too close. While the team was trying to figure out how to make it work, I asked the Trees. The closest one said their preference is to stay, but it's okay to remove them.

Another cluster was given the choice of staying, being coppiced, or being removed. They opted for removal, though expressed concern for Bird habitat. I informed them that that is one of the priorities.

What would this world look like if we worked WITH our Nature kin?

07/01/2026

We have a surprise addition.

Meet Tiger Tithonia 💖

He was about 6 weeks old when we found him crying by the Faerie Glen.

We had no intention of having a cat, but he clearly decided to adopt us.

He seems to be quite happy with his new home. He loves to cuddle and run and jump and chase after his toys.

We told him he has to work if he's going to stay here. So within 5 minutes of seeing a computer, he figured out how to send emails and turn it off. Please forgive us if you receive incomplete or strange emails from us. We are working on his grammar.

We are dedicated to working in co-creative partnership with Nature, so we are curious to see how our lives are transformed by this little Love. He has already made a big impact within his 1st week. 💖

06/18/2026

I have waited many years for this book and I am so grateful David Dalton wrote it!

This book is filled with wisdom and guidance to support both people who are starting to explore Flower Essences, as well as, well established practitioners.

David has greatly expanded the field of Flower Essences and I am so grateful for his generosity in sharing his wisdom and experiences.

Btw, the wait was worth it. 💖

05/28/2026

Ahh, if only I could share their scent, pure bliss.

I love being bathed in Rose as I work in the garden.

After many rainy days, we finally have some sun which means I can collect Rose petals, so now the house also smells like heaven.

I leave most of the petals as I mainly grow Rose to feed the pollinators as well as to have ki's energy supporting the Sanctuary. Still there is an abundance so I can make some Rosey treats. 💖

Rose is well known as a good Heart supporter. Ki helps us soften and open our Hearts, teaching about compassion and forgiveness, while also releasing grief.

The 15th anniversary of my brother's sudden death is in a couple weeks. Rose helped me emerge from the abyss of grief and create my new life, since my world was forever changed.

Plants are powerful. And Rose teaches us that true power, true strength comes from our softness, our compassion, our love.

05/26/2026

Working in the garden today
when suddenly
a FRIGHT!!

I stepped back 
scanning
trying to understand what just happened

When I see ki
an adorable Toad
who must have been hidden in the Clover

My mind says “We’re safe”
my body is not so sure, as the adrenaline still pumps
my Heart says, “Hello friend”

Who scared who?
My body says, “Toad scared us!”
But I know I disturbed Toad

I return to gardening
in a different spot
within eyesight of Toad

I speak to ki
tell them they are safe
thank ki for being there
apologizing for blowing their cover

And still Toad stares
tolerating photos
ready to flee

But then Toad returns to ki’s den
slowly, watching me the whole time,
begins to dig in,
returning to safety

I don’t believe we will have tea anytime soon
But still, through Toad’s eyes
I am safe
or safe enough

I wonder,
has an Oscar winner
or Noble Peace Prize winner
ever been so honored?

05/12/2026

With all of the energetic shifts occurring in our world and the fast-pace of our daily lives, it is quite easy to become overwhelmed. We might feel exhausted, depleted, hypervigilant, or anxious. We may find that we are more sensitive, quicker to upset, or simply do not feel like ourselves. Our bodies might even be showing the disruption through strange symptoms: rashes, digestive problems, illnesses, poor sleep. Or perhaps we feel an underlying grief or sadness as we go about our day.

If you are experiencing any of these, I want you to know that you are not alone. These are common symptoms I see in my clients. I too can struggle with the uncertainty and tap into despair. So often good energy hygiene can clear or at least reduce the severity of these symptoms.

Regularly cleansing your energy, in other words having good energy hygiene, is vital to our well-being and yet it is something that, in our culture, very few people know about or practice. This lack of energy cleansing can lead to anxiety, conflict, accidents, illness, and more. In fact, through my....

05/08/2026

Last hours to enter our Giveaway!

Link in bio

Prizes include:
Healing session with Jen
Communicating with Plants bundle
Communicating with Plants book
Brigid's Way Essence of your choice

Absolutely nothing to purchase, just our way of sharing the generosity to celebrate Jen's 50th birthday 💖

05/07/2026

We stayed at the incredible Barcaldine Castle near Oban, Scotland.

This castle was built in 1609 by "Black" Duncan Campbell. Who was notorious for murdering people who entered his lands. He had beheading pits and hanging Trees. If he didn't murder you right away, he would throw you in the dungeon (2nd picture).

We got a tour of the castle and heard the stories before collapsing into bed (this was our 1st night). I was quite nervous to find out what kind of spirits and energies I would encounter during the night.

As it turns out, I did have a challenging time sleeping; however, to my surprise, I was awoken by such an incredible energy of Love.

I could feel my Ancestors recognizing me and welcoming me Home (I have Campbell Ancestors). More than that, I could feel the Spirit or Deva of the Castle just wrap kiself around me with utter Love and protection. Truly I have never felt anything quite like it.

I share all of this because it demonstrated to me the capability of healing and clearing such intense trauma and filled me with incredible hope.

If the murderous origins of this castle can be transformed into such a loving cocoon, surely we can shift the challenging energies and held traumas of our own Lands (and bodies).

Our night at Barcaldine was an amazing introduction to Scotland.

05/04/2026

Giveaway extended!!

We are offering a giveaway to celebrate Jen's 50th birthday

Prizes include:
- a healing session with Jen
- Communicating with Plants bundle (book, essence set, organic t-shirt)
- Communicating with Plants book
- Brigid's Way Essence of your choice

Link for details and how to enter is on the links page in our bio

There is nothing to purchase, this is our way of sharing the generosity of support we have received

Deadline for entries is May 8, 2026 at 11:59 EDT

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05/03/2026

Sister Proctetress
Aka Poison Ivy

This beautiful Plant is one of my allies, my Beloveds.

Ki teaches me about boundaries and respect.

Today I am removing some Sister Protectress who has spread into the yard. I enjoy this work as it gives me an opportunity to connect with ki.

Fortunately, I do not react to Sister Protectress like many do. However, I also remain in humility and take precautions including rubbing my hands with Jewelweed and wearing disposable gloves.

I always ask for permission to remove ki. Sister Protectress encourages the limits. Ki wants me to stand my ground and tell me what I need. Of course, I do have plenty of space where ki can grow freely.

And sometimes, Sister does not consent to being removed. When this happens, we might find a compromise. But most often, ki explains why - like, teaching my students to pay attention. Like any good partner, I respect ki's no.

One of the great benefits of my relationship with Sister Protectress is the incredible protection ki provides (hence the name). When a friend's abusive ex would not stop harassing her family and kept pushing the limits of a PFA, we brought in the Spirit of Sister Protectress. Suddenly, boundaries were respected and the harassment stopped.

I know that there are many who fear or despise this incredible Plant. How often do we fear those who we don't really know? Or how often do we despise those we were taught were bad?

In my experience, when we take the time to connect, we discover so much beauty. This is especially true with Plants. They have healing gifts and wisdom if we are willing to listen.

Our relationship with our Plant allies lasts our entire lifetime. We can try to ignore it, but our Plant allies are always waiting for us.

Once we accept a relationship with them, the world becomes transformed. We can no longer see enemies or "bad" Plants, we simply see Beloveds. Which is to say, we realize we are loved.