it is the kind of Xmas i wanted........

another circle of seasons! life goes round.....

edible gifts from trees.....

Photos from here
names from top......
  { California pepper berries
  { Pygmy date palm fruit
  { Kumquat
  { Rose hips
  { Lilli pillis
 

citrus....any shapes any forms.....

fotos from here

the soul, of the soul, of the soul.......

Oh soul,
you worry too much.
You have seen your own strength.
You have seen your own beauty.
You have seen your golden wings.
Of anything less,
why do you worry?
You are in truth
the soul, of the soul, of the soul.
                                     -Rumi

[watercolor  by AnneliesClarke]

buy bewilderment......

"Sell your cleverness and buy bewilderment."  -Rumi

Soy-free Protein Smoothie Boosts....

 




I am soooooo making this sometimes soon......
just because I like the photo styling and shooting of it!
he he he he

Ingredients:
1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
1 frozen banana
5-7 large basil leaves
1 Tbsp. tahini, almond butter, or other nut butter
1-3 tsp. bee pollen (depending on how often you use it)
2 Tbsp. hemp seeds
1 handful of greens (spinach and kale are good choices)
water or milk of choice to thin, as needed

Directions:
1. Put all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until smooth and creamy. Enjoy immediately.

[ Photos and recipes from my favorite blogger: My New Roots ]

flora and illustrations......

I've been always in love with the extra ordinary work of  Kari Herer on Etsy.