Illuminations Archives - One Willow Apothecaries

Once upon a time all of us were indigenous. At some point in the past we all had ancestors who came from a very particular place, a land

I’ve always been a bit of a school nerd. Waiting to find out my teacher or getting a course catalog in the mail felt just like receiving

Ever had one of those weeks where literally everything goes to pieces? I had one of those this past spring, and it was a doozey. I had

I love gardening, but that doesn’t mean it’s always been easy for me. Historically, I’ve been ever-so-enthusiastic about

Every day I hike up the shady ridge above my home. A welcome respite from the sun, halfway up the steep gravel, a small spring comes

It’s in our DNA to wish to know our destiny. Just as we gaze up at the stars and wonder where they lead. Or stand on the edge of the ocean

Normally, summertime in the mountains is marked by generous rainfall. With so much greenery, the earth here grows used to the daily drinks

It’s become a green wonderland here in the mountains. The basil is bunching out in the garden, weeding is now a daily activity, and last

It seems no matter where we look, we are bombarded with the same message—you’re doing it wrong. Whether it’s how you parent, use