Published Articles and Essays
I have been writing a long time, but it was the birth of my daughter that really pushed me toward publishing. With an infant on my breast, I was desperate to exist somewhere outside of my role as mother. I was reading a book of short essays on herbs and thought "I could write about the Bum Balm I have been making". While my daughter suckled, I emailed an editor at Llewellyn Worldwide. He invited me to flush out the idea and send it as a query, and a day later he contracted the article.
I have built my relationship with Llewellyn, and these days contribute to as many almanacs and calendars as I can. I love writing about what I know, and always seem to draw from my life for my articles. It is amazing what sort of blessings come through the writing, not just deeper knowledge about subjects I am interested in, but a better understanding of myself and my place in the universe, and more contact with like minded people who read the almanacs. While I continue to write and pitch ideas elsewhere, and have had hit and miss success. Since I prefer to sell an idea and then write the essay or article, it focuses which publications I target for submission.
Google me using my full name, see a list of my published articles below, and keep your eyes open in the future. I am currently at work on a book proposal, and continue to dream up everyday ideas for articles and essays.
2014
Nurturing Belonging, Planet Waves 2015 Annual, www.planetwaves.net, 2014
Untying the Knot, Llewellyn's 2015 Magical Almanac, 2014
Litha: Fertile Fires, Llewellyn's 2015 Sabbats Almanac, 2014
Moon Mayhem, Llewellyn's 2015 Witches Datebook, 2014
Signature Sipping, Llewellyn's 2015 Herbal Almanac, 2014
Back to Balance: Making Herbal Tonics, Llewellyn's 2015 Herbal Almanac, 2014
Growing Guardians, Llewellyn's 2015 Witches Calendar, 2014
The Practice of Gratitude, Llewellyn's 2015 Witches Companion, 2014
2013
Enlightened Eats, Llewellyn's 2014 Magical Almanac, 2013
Feasts and Treats for the Sabbats, Llewellyn's 2014 Sabbats Almanac, 2013
Making Magical Water, Llewellyn's 2014 Witches Companion, 2013
The Flip Side, Llewellyn's 2014 Witches Calendar, 2013
Create a Golden Years Garden, Llewellyn's 2014 Herbal Almanac, 2013
Herbal Product Development, Llewellyn's 2014 Herbal Almanac, 2013
September Month Opener and 24 Spells, Llewellyn's 2014 Spell-A-Day, 2013
2012
Santeria Survival, Llewellyn's 2013 Magical Almanac, 2012
Banish the Blues, Llewellyn's 2013 Magical Almanac, 2012
Imbolc: Femininity and Fertility, Llewellyn's 2013 Sabbats Almanac, 2012
The Generous Geranium, Llewellyn's 2013 Herbal Almanac, 2012
September Month Opener and 24 Spells, Llewellyn's 2013 Spell-A-Day, 2012
Moon Void of Course, Llewellyn's 2013 Witches Datebook, 2012
2011
Magical Muscle Testing, Llewellyn's 2012 Magical Almanac, 2011
Mabon Ritual, Llewellyn's 2012 Sabbats Almanac, 2011
Witch Parent, Llewellyn's 2012 Witches Companion, 2011
Over the Moon, Llewellyn's 2012 Moon Sign Book, 2011
Quick Herb Cuisine, Llewellyn's 2012 Herbal Almanac, 2011
Witch Camp, Llewellyn's 2012 Witches Calendar, 2011
September Month Opener and 24 Spells, Llewellyn's 2012 Spell-A-Day, 2011
8 Sabbat Recipes, Llewellyn's 2012 Witches Datebook, 2011
2010
Petition and Incantation, Llewellyn's 2011 Magical Almanac, 2010
Heady Herbs, Llewellyn's 2011 Herbal Almanac, 2010
Found Magic, Llewellyn's 2011 WitchesDatebook, 2010
Growing Community Gardens, Llewellyn's 2011 Moon Sign Book, 2010
Craft Your Future, Llewellyn's 2011 Witches Calendar, 2010
25 Spells, Llewellyn's 2011 Spell-A-Day, 2010
Rules to Live By, Llewellyn's 2011 Witches Companion, 2010
Brilliant Creativity, Llewellyn's 2011 Sun Sign Book, 2010
2009
Protection for little People, Llewellyn's 2010 Magical Almanac, 2009
Tea Time Herbs, Llewellyn's 2010 Herbal Almanac, 2009
Live Lightly on the Pagan Path, Llewellyn's 2010 Witches Companion, 2009
Grow Your Business by the Light of the Moon, Llewellyn's 2010 Moon Sign Book, 2009
Edible Herb Flowers, Llewellyn's 2010 Herbal Almanac, 2009
September, Llewellyn's 2010 Witches Calendar, 2009
24 Spells, Llewellyn's 2010 Spell-A-Day, 2009
2008
Magic in Times of Touble, Llewellyn’s 2009 Magical Almanac, 2008
Juno, Goddess of June, Llewellyn’s 2009 Witches Calendar,2008
13 Moons, Llewellyn’s 2009 Witches Datebooks, 2008
Honoring Heirloom Tomatoes, Llewellyn’s 2009 Moon Sign Book,2008
Herbs for Colon Health, Llewellyn’s 2009 Herbal Almanac, 2008
2007
Sacred Circle Tarot, Llewellyn’s 2008 Tarot Reader, 2007
Sabbat Recipes, Llewellyn’s 2008 Witches Datebooks, 2007
Sacred Rituals, Public Space, Llewellyn’s 2008 Magical Almanac, 2007
Hot Flash Herbs, Llewellyn’s 2008 Herbal Almanac, 2007
The Herbal Landscape, Llewellyn’s 2008 Herbal Almanac, 2007
Pumpkinfest, Llewellyn’s 2008 Moon Sign Book, 2007
2006
Herbal Comfort Foods, Llewellyn’s 2007 Herbal Almanac, 2006
Sweet, Sweet Stevia, Llewellyn’s 2007 Herbal Almanac, 2006
My Other Broomstick, Llewellyn’s 2007 Witches Datebook, 2006
Nature Minded and Urban, Llewllyn’s 2007 Wicca Almanac, 2006
13 News Items, Llewllyn’s 2007 Wicca Almanac, 2006
December: Solstice Celebration, Llewellyn’s 2007 Witches Calendar, 2006
In the Moment: Practicing Everyday Magic, Llewellyn’s 2007 Magical Almanac, 2006
The Cave of Inspiration, The Women’s Post and The Women’s Post Online, July 21, 2006
Birth: Not Pain, but Peace and Power, The Blessed Bee, Spring 2006
2005
Recycling Art, Materials and Life: Eco-Artist Vanessa Pandos, The Country Connection, Summer 2005
Midnight Weeding, Llewellyn’s 2006 Witches Datebook, 2005
Bug Off, Llewellyn’s 2006 Herbal Almanac, 2005
A Sultry Home Herbal Spa,Llewellyn’s 2006 Herbal Almanac, 2006
Live Lightly, Llewellyn’s 2006 Wicca Almanac, 2005
14 News Items, Llewellyn’s 2006 Wicca Almanac, 2005
Magical Amulets for Babies, Llewellyn’s 2006 Magical Almanac, 2005
2004
The Wishing Tree, Llewellyn’s 2005 Magical Almanac , 2004
Silver Magic, Llewellyn’s 2005 Magical Almanac , 2004
Red Bush Blessing, Llewellyn’s 2005 Herbal Almanac , 2004
Herbalicious Snacks, Llewellyn’s 2005 Herbal Almanac , 2004
Vision Quest, Llewellyn’s 2005 Wicca Almanac , 2004
Pagan’s and 12-step Programs, Llewellyn’s 2005 Wicca Almanac , 2004
Fire and Water, Far From Home - A Father Daughter Travel Anthology, Seal Press, July 2004
Not Just Another Mother,Three Ring Circus, Avalon Press, June 2004
Bread and Circuses, Planet Parent, T.V. Ontario, March 2004
2003
Rich Witch,Llewellyn’s 2004 Wicca Almanac , 2003
Chiropractic Care and Injury Prevention, The Quinte Sports Review, December 2003
Local Runner Aims For Boston Marathon, The Quinte Sports Review, December 2003
Planning a Pagan Handfast, Llewellyn’s 2004 Magical Almanac, 2003
Baby Blessing, Llewellyn’s 2004 Magical Almanac, 2003
Herb Gardening with Children, Llewellyn’s 2004 Herbal Almanac, 2003
2002
Current Fashions for Pagans, Llewellyn’s 2003 Wicca Almanac, 2002
While the Garden Sleeps, Llewellyn’s 2003 Herbal Almanac, 2002
2001
Herbal Remedies for Infants and Birthing Mothers, Llewellyn’s 2002 Herbal Almanac , 2001
1993
14 Pieces, Matrica - CIUT, November 1993
Ontario Resources for Women in CED, Counting Ourselves In, Social Planning And Research Council - British Columbia, September 1993
Ecstasy, Luna, Jasmine Moons, Vesta and Wildflower, By Any Means - CIUT, March 1993
Ocean Song, Poetry chap book, Water Spirit Press, February 1993
Women and CED, Community Economics, January 1993
1988
Rainbow Journey, SageWoman, Winter 1988
Autumnal, SageWoman, Fall 1988
Housewarming, SageWoman, Fall 1988
Vivian, FingerPrints, September 1988
I have built my relationship with Llewellyn, and these days contribute to as many almanacs and calendars as I can. I love writing about what I know, and always seem to draw from my life for my articles. It is amazing what sort of blessings come through the writing, not just deeper knowledge about subjects I am interested in, but a better understanding of myself and my place in the universe, and more contact with like minded people who read the almanacs. While I continue to write and pitch ideas elsewhere, and have had hit and miss success. Since I prefer to sell an idea and then write the essay or article, it focuses which publications I target for submission.
Google me using my full name, see a list of my published articles below, and keep your eyes open in the future. I am currently at work on a book proposal, and continue to dream up everyday ideas for articles and essays.
2014
Nurturing Belonging, Planet Waves 2015 Annual, www.planetwaves.net, 2014
Untying the Knot, Llewellyn's 2015 Magical Almanac, 2014
Litha: Fertile Fires, Llewellyn's 2015 Sabbats Almanac, 2014
Moon Mayhem, Llewellyn's 2015 Witches Datebook, 2014
Signature Sipping, Llewellyn's 2015 Herbal Almanac, 2014
Back to Balance: Making Herbal Tonics, Llewellyn's 2015 Herbal Almanac, 2014
Growing Guardians, Llewellyn's 2015 Witches Calendar, 2014
The Practice of Gratitude, Llewellyn's 2015 Witches Companion, 2014
2013
Enlightened Eats, Llewellyn's 2014 Magical Almanac, 2013
Feasts and Treats for the Sabbats, Llewellyn's 2014 Sabbats Almanac, 2013
Making Magical Water, Llewellyn's 2014 Witches Companion, 2013
The Flip Side, Llewellyn's 2014 Witches Calendar, 2013
Create a Golden Years Garden, Llewellyn's 2014 Herbal Almanac, 2013
Herbal Product Development, Llewellyn's 2014 Herbal Almanac, 2013
September Month Opener and 24 Spells, Llewellyn's 2014 Spell-A-Day, 2013
2012
Santeria Survival, Llewellyn's 2013 Magical Almanac, 2012
Banish the Blues, Llewellyn's 2013 Magical Almanac, 2012
Imbolc: Femininity and Fertility, Llewellyn's 2013 Sabbats Almanac, 2012
The Generous Geranium, Llewellyn's 2013 Herbal Almanac, 2012
September Month Opener and 24 Spells, Llewellyn's 2013 Spell-A-Day, 2012
Moon Void of Course, Llewellyn's 2013 Witches Datebook, 2012
2011
Magical Muscle Testing, Llewellyn's 2012 Magical Almanac, 2011
Mabon Ritual, Llewellyn's 2012 Sabbats Almanac, 2011
Witch Parent, Llewellyn's 2012 Witches Companion, 2011
Over the Moon, Llewellyn's 2012 Moon Sign Book, 2011
Quick Herb Cuisine, Llewellyn's 2012 Herbal Almanac, 2011
Witch Camp, Llewellyn's 2012 Witches Calendar, 2011
September Month Opener and 24 Spells, Llewellyn's 2012 Spell-A-Day, 2011
8 Sabbat Recipes, Llewellyn's 2012 Witches Datebook, 2011
2010
Petition and Incantation, Llewellyn's 2011 Magical Almanac, 2010
Heady Herbs, Llewellyn's 2011 Herbal Almanac, 2010
Found Magic, Llewellyn's 2011 WitchesDatebook, 2010
Growing Community Gardens, Llewellyn's 2011 Moon Sign Book, 2010
Craft Your Future, Llewellyn's 2011 Witches Calendar, 2010
25 Spells, Llewellyn's 2011 Spell-A-Day, 2010
Rules to Live By, Llewellyn's 2011 Witches Companion, 2010
Brilliant Creativity, Llewellyn's 2011 Sun Sign Book, 2010
2009
Protection for little People, Llewellyn's 2010 Magical Almanac, 2009
Tea Time Herbs, Llewellyn's 2010 Herbal Almanac, 2009
Live Lightly on the Pagan Path, Llewellyn's 2010 Witches Companion, 2009
Grow Your Business by the Light of the Moon, Llewellyn's 2010 Moon Sign Book, 2009
Edible Herb Flowers, Llewellyn's 2010 Herbal Almanac, 2009
September, Llewellyn's 2010 Witches Calendar, 2009
24 Spells, Llewellyn's 2010 Spell-A-Day, 2009
2008
Magic in Times of Touble, Llewellyn’s 2009 Magical Almanac, 2008
Juno, Goddess of June, Llewellyn’s 2009 Witches Calendar,2008
13 Moons, Llewellyn’s 2009 Witches Datebooks, 2008
Honoring Heirloom Tomatoes, Llewellyn’s 2009 Moon Sign Book,2008
Herbs for Colon Health, Llewellyn’s 2009 Herbal Almanac, 2008
2007
Sacred Circle Tarot, Llewellyn’s 2008 Tarot Reader, 2007
Sabbat Recipes, Llewellyn’s 2008 Witches Datebooks, 2007
Sacred Rituals, Public Space, Llewellyn’s 2008 Magical Almanac, 2007
Hot Flash Herbs, Llewellyn’s 2008 Herbal Almanac, 2007
The Herbal Landscape, Llewellyn’s 2008 Herbal Almanac, 2007
Pumpkinfest, Llewellyn’s 2008 Moon Sign Book, 2007
2006
Herbal Comfort Foods, Llewellyn’s 2007 Herbal Almanac, 2006
Sweet, Sweet Stevia, Llewellyn’s 2007 Herbal Almanac, 2006
My Other Broomstick, Llewellyn’s 2007 Witches Datebook, 2006
Nature Minded and Urban, Llewllyn’s 2007 Wicca Almanac, 2006
13 News Items, Llewllyn’s 2007 Wicca Almanac, 2006
December: Solstice Celebration, Llewellyn’s 2007 Witches Calendar, 2006
In the Moment: Practicing Everyday Magic, Llewellyn’s 2007 Magical Almanac, 2006
The Cave of Inspiration, The Women’s Post and The Women’s Post Online, July 21, 2006
Birth: Not Pain, but Peace and Power, The Blessed Bee, Spring 2006
2005
Recycling Art, Materials and Life: Eco-Artist Vanessa Pandos, The Country Connection, Summer 2005
Midnight Weeding, Llewellyn’s 2006 Witches Datebook, 2005
Bug Off, Llewellyn’s 2006 Herbal Almanac, 2005
A Sultry Home Herbal Spa,Llewellyn’s 2006 Herbal Almanac, 2006
Live Lightly, Llewellyn’s 2006 Wicca Almanac, 2005
14 News Items, Llewellyn’s 2006 Wicca Almanac, 2005
Magical Amulets for Babies, Llewellyn’s 2006 Magical Almanac, 2005
2004
The Wishing Tree, Llewellyn’s 2005 Magical Almanac , 2004
Silver Magic, Llewellyn’s 2005 Magical Almanac , 2004
Red Bush Blessing, Llewellyn’s 2005 Herbal Almanac , 2004
Herbalicious Snacks, Llewellyn’s 2005 Herbal Almanac , 2004
Vision Quest, Llewellyn’s 2005 Wicca Almanac , 2004
Pagan’s and 12-step Programs, Llewellyn’s 2005 Wicca Almanac , 2004
Fire and Water, Far From Home - A Father Daughter Travel Anthology, Seal Press, July 2004
Not Just Another Mother,Three Ring Circus, Avalon Press, June 2004
Bread and Circuses, Planet Parent, T.V. Ontario, March 2004
2003
Rich Witch,Llewellyn’s 2004 Wicca Almanac , 2003
Chiropractic Care and Injury Prevention, The Quinte Sports Review, December 2003
Local Runner Aims For Boston Marathon, The Quinte Sports Review, December 2003
Planning a Pagan Handfast, Llewellyn’s 2004 Magical Almanac, 2003
Baby Blessing, Llewellyn’s 2004 Magical Almanac, 2003
Herb Gardening with Children, Llewellyn’s 2004 Herbal Almanac, 2003
2002
Current Fashions for Pagans, Llewellyn’s 2003 Wicca Almanac, 2002
While the Garden Sleeps, Llewellyn’s 2003 Herbal Almanac, 2002
2001
Herbal Remedies for Infants and Birthing Mothers, Llewellyn’s 2002 Herbal Almanac , 2001
1993
14 Pieces, Matrica - CIUT, November 1993
Ontario Resources for Women in CED, Counting Ourselves In, Social Planning And Research Council - British Columbia, September 1993
Ecstasy, Luna, Jasmine Moons, Vesta and Wildflower, By Any Means - CIUT, March 1993
Ocean Song, Poetry chap book, Water Spirit Press, February 1993
Women and CED, Community Economics, January 1993
1988
Rainbow Journey, SageWoman, Winter 1988
Autumnal, SageWoman, Fall 1988
Housewarming, SageWoman, Fall 1988
Vivian, FingerPrints, September 1988
