April, The Month of Opening
‘In March, at the Equinox, the day and night experience a moment of symmetry and then brush past one another. With a graceful bow, the dark steps into the background and now light flings her doors open wide, summoning growth with her brilliance as the length of daylight begins to markedly exceed the length of dark. Come April, all life on Earth beckons the merry spirit of Spring with youthful expectancy’. ~ Herbal Rituals by Judith Berger
The word April is derived from the Latin verb ‘asperio’, which is to open.
Essential Oils, Aromatherapy Mists & Rollers
15% Off
Month of April
Tues – Thurs: noon – 6p | Fri: 11a – 5p | Sat – Sun: 11a – 4p | Mon: closed
New Artist Vendor | Dana Lynn Artistry
I first came upon Dana’s artwork when a piece of her work graced the cover of this year’s ‘We’Moon’ Astrological Datebook and Moon-phase Planner. Another piece of her work, honoring the lunar eclipse, found it’s way into my inbox through a group mailing. I decided it was time to look her up – and look what I FOUND! Gorgeous Celestial Egyptian Zodiac Greeting Cards (ready for framing), and mini prints! The greeting cards are blank inside and on the back of the card is a list of information for the sign, along with correspondences for element, metal, stone, color, & flower. Click on the picture to enlarge and get a better look at the detail on the center card, or better yet, come on in and take a look in person!
Frame-able Greeting Card $15.00 | Small print $4.00
Old Favorites | ‘Restorative’ Massage Oil + Bath Salts
An aromatherapy bath and/or massage can relieve muscle soreness, aid in relaxation, and restore spirit to both body & soul. It facilitates circulation, and helps eliminate toxins from the body. The massage oil is suitable for massage, moisturizer, or bath oil.
The Restorative synergy blend contains organic essential oils of bergamot, bay laurel, lime peel, patchouli, black pepper, and rosemary. This blend is invigorating, inspiring, and uplifting, aiding circulation of lymph and peripheral blood supply. Energetically, it facilitates action and enhances self-confidence. 13oz bath salts $18.50 | 4oz massage oil $17.00
In Celebration | Spring and the Element of Air
The Guardian of the Night Tarot ~ $29.99
From the creator of the Crow Tarot, a richly illustrated animal-themed 78-card tarot deck and guidebook that reminds us there is always light to be found even on the darkest nights-flickering fireflies illuminating our path through the forest.
From bats to bees to elephants to elk, discover a global collection of animal energy to guide you on your journey through the darkest, toughest times and discover the light and the lessons contained in those moments.
Seasons of the Witch – Ostara Oracle ~ $24.95
A celebration of spring, renewal and new beginnings!
Ostara – also known as the spring equinox – marks the end of a journey, renewal, and new beginnings.
It’s an opportunity to step fearlessly onto a new path. A time of second chances and restoring hope, surrendering to the powerful version of yourself you are becoming. Seasons of the Witch – Ostara Oracle is here to guide you through your journey of rebirth, for no ending is truly the end but rather a portal, initiating you into the next cycle of your spiritual evolution.
Amygdala’s Alchemy | The Elements Collection
Honoring the cardinal directions and the most basic elements of the physical life we live on this Earth is vital to our understanding that we are ONE with each other, ONE with nature, and ONE with the divine. The Elements sustain us, are within us, and become part of our physical representation of who we are.
These oils can be used for work on transformational and ancestral healing, meditation and prayer, celebrating the turning of the year (Sabbats), and spell work just to name a few. Currently sold only in sets and by pre-order only. Comes with a set of cards listing correspondences for each Element.
Earth | The Magic: Dreaming, Grounding, Cleansing, Sustenance | The Oils: Cedarwood, Fir Needle, Rosemary, Myrrh, and Vetiver
Air | The Magic: Mobility, Expansion, Conception/Creativity, Intellect, Strategy| The Oils: Lavender, Lime, Fir Needle, Frankincense, and Yarrow
Fire | The Magic: Alchemy, Transformation, Gestation, Passion, Intuitive Action | The Oils: Juniper Berry, Ginger, Basil – CT Linalol, Galbanum, and Vetiver
Water | The Magic: Shape-shifting, Birthing/Harvest, Remembrance, Emotion, Reflection, Continuance | The Oils: Clary Sage, Bergamot, Geranium, Rosemary, Lavender, and Valerian
Spirit | The Magic: Divine Oneness, Sovereignty, Web of Life, Non-linear Time | The Oils: Lavender, frankincense, Yarrow, Palma Rosa, Armoise (Artemesia)
Amygdala lives deep in the limbic system inside our brain. She controls our emotions, memory and mood. Amygdala is one of the first response centers encountered by scent travelling from our noses through the olfactory bulb and into the limbic system. The elements of heat, light, air and moisture activate the release of an essential oils volatile vapors. Scent bypasses our logical brain and is not involved in the process of smell. In other words, you actually feel scent.
ATRoll-Elements | Set of five10ml roller bottles | $60.00
New Offerings | Digestive Bitters Kits
‘Bitters stimulate all digestive secretions: saliva, acids, enzymes, hormones, bile, etc. Each of these act as a solvent to break down food for absorption. The quality and quantity of these fluids ensure proper nutrition. Inadequate production of these is common in processed diets’. ~ Jim McDonald
I have put together three blends that can be made with either alcohol or apple cider vinegar. Once the Bitters have been steeped and strained, they can be used in a number of ways: Add a few droppers full (or 1 teaspoon) to water, tea, mineral, or soda water; or a few drops under the tongue. Try adding a splash to your favorite cocktail!
Five Flavor Tonic: Organic: Lycii, schisandra, dandelion, peppermint, eleuthero, astragalus, nettle, gotu kola, licorice root, and stevia leaf. Provides adaptogens and nutrients, and supports digestion and liver function. 3.5oz bag $24.50 | enough for 2 pints of liquid extract.
Orange Cacao Bitters: Organic: orange peel, dandelion root, cacao nibs, and gentian root. Makes a great all-purpose bitter that supports normal digestion and is also quite handy as a bitter for mixed drinks. 3.25oz bag $19.95 | enough for 1 pint of liquid extract.
Spring Tonic Bitters: Organic: Calendula, dandelion leaf, lavender, lemon balm, mugwort, oatstraw, and parsley. Digestive bitters, tonic to the nervous system and chi energy, clears mucous and stagnation. 1.5oz bag $12.00 | enough for 2 pints of liquid extract.
General Infusing Instructions: Place herb blend (read individual package instructions for proper amount) into a pint sized jar with a tight fitting lid. Pour 100 proof vodka, or Apple Cider Vinegar to upper rim of jar. Cap tightly (if using vinegar, place a plastic liner between jar and lid), shake daily, and begin tasting after 2 weeks. Steep up to 4 weeks. Filter spent herbs out. Take one – two droppers full by mouth or add to water, tea, soda, or cocktail to taste.
Off The Shelf | Celtic Goddess Grimiore
by Annwyn Avalon ~ $18.95
Invoke the Enduring Power of the Celtic Feminine Divine
Welcome to the world of the Celtic feminine divine! Within these pages, you will meet great goddesses such as Brigid, the Morrigan, Sulis, Rhiannon, Rosmerta, and Elen of the Ways, as well as faery women like Melusine and Morgan Le Fae. Celtic Goddess Grimoire introduces you to goddesses of magic like Cerridwen, Arianrhod, and Blodeuwedd, as well as goddesses of justice, healing, and sovereignty. This book also explores the Ladies of the Lake, including the original Lake Lady from The Mabinogi. It shines a spotlight on the most prominent Celtic female divinities but also includes a section devoted to lesser-known goddesses of the Celtic world, such as the mysterious Nehalennia, who was nearly lost before her shrine was recovered from the depths of the North Sea.
A practical guide to working with these sacred beings, this book includes exercises for celebrating, honoring, and serving them. Author Annwyn Avalon provides chants, rituals, spells, and meditations. Learn how to build altars, craft charms, and actively invoke these Celtic goddesses so that they become a living, vital presence in your spiritual life. Annwyn also provides information about the meanings of the names of these sacred beings, their sacred symbols and creatures, as well as their personal powers, realms of strongest influence, and historical context.
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Saturdays | Readings with Gayle | 1p – 4p
Gayle of Soulistic Healing offers intuitive, past life, and chakra readings on most Saturdays here at Moondrop Herbals. Drop-ins are welcome, or make an appointment (call or text 616. 916.0701) to ensure your spot. On Saturdays, she offers 15 minute introductory readings as well as longer readings up to one hour in length. Gayle is also available other times by appointment.
Tasseomancy and Wands
We held our 3rd Tea and Wands party to honor the Vernal Equinox. Each party has filled up quickly. Look for more events like this by continuing to check out our posts, calendar events, and emails. Got a group of eight friends who would love to have this as a private event? Let us know!
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