Plant Priestess Musings eNewsletter
The musings of Erin LaFaive about rewilding herbal wisdom, priestessing, gardening, and nature-based spirituality. I do not sell or share your email address.
Trees helping me to remember
Image shows a wild black cherry tree (prunus serotina)
It's come to my attention . . .That I think . . .Trees in the winter . . .Are boring to look at.
I'm a bit disappointed in myself,For thinking like this.
However, it is an awareness,To help me see more wisely,And not shame myself.
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Mar 25, 2026
Upcoming Events
Hello Blossoms!
I have two upcoming events to share with youL
1) Sacred Body Circle (Virtual) 2)Witch Camp 2026 (in-person)
Sacred Body Circle: Earth My Temple · Body My Altar
Six virtual ceremonies.Six thresholds into the body you were born into.
Facilitators Emily Morrison & Erin LaFaive
We ...
Mar 21, 2026
White pine needle tea
Happy Holidays 🎉
I'm sharing a video link today all about white pine (Pinus strobus). It's a video from the "Grow Your Apothecary" series I offered for about four years.Enjoy! https://youtu.be/ZrEIIHHyS_Y The Winter Circle bonus ceremony Winter Soltice is TODAY! More details below ⬇️
The 15% of...
Dec 19, 2025
A cozy sweater, herbal jars, and a Winter Circle we can gather in together
I’m writing this wrapped in an oversized white-and-black thrifted wool-like sweater, listening to a YouTube playlist titled “Ethereal Yule ~ Medieval Celtic Music”.
My cat is sitting right in front of me, taunting our new dog to interact (dare I say ‘play’?). I feel so cozy in this moment whi...
Nov 24, 2025
Integrating with Seasonal Shifts
That state of the world feels hot, loud, and fast right now.
Seasons shift unpredictably.Machines roar at every turn.Urgency chases us endlessly.
What if this is the season people sighed with relief?All together now inhale . . . and sigh it outloud . . . ahhhhh….This could be the season to re...
Oct 08, 2025
Meeting the Redwoods & The Descent
I finally met the redwood trees! I know. . . many people are astonished that Erin, the Plant Priestess and Green Witch lady hasn’t met them yet. How could someone who is devoted to plants have missed a meeting with these gigantic Beings?! Living in Wisconsin and taking a trip to California take...
Sep 23, 2025
Meeting the Redwoods The Descent
I finally met the redwood trees! I know. . . many people are astonished that Erin, the Plant Priestess and Green Witch lady hasn’t met them yet. How could someone who is devoted to plants have missed a meeting with these gigantic Beings?! Living in Wisconsin and taking a trip to California take...
Sep 14, 2025
In this email:
Wise Council from Nature: The Way of the Flow
Witch Camp: A Living Thread ~ Registration closing July 1.
Wise Council from Nature: The Way of the Flow
I’ve noticed a pattern in my life’s vibration in the last week or so. I’ve had a few interactions marked by tension, binary, and an us-versu...
Jun 29, 2025
wise council
witch camp
Pulling Weeds, Holding Wisdom
I love how plants are Wise Beings holding some many life lessons!
During this moon cycle, violets and dandelions, have been a focal teacher for me. They are like little beacons and my body tuned in like a radio “hearing” the message.
I play with dandelions in ritual and ceremony, and the next da...
May 26, 2025
dandelion
Herbs for resilence
Today at 3pm CST I'll be giving a free lesson on . . .
"Herbal Supports for Challenging Times: Returning to Resilience in Nature". This lesson is part of a free summit hosted by Wise Women Witchery.
Still time to join, sign up here: https://bit.ly/rootriseEL
Thank you for reading my Plant...
Apr 12, 2025
Herbs for resilence
Here's a big message that I want to radiate out to my human folk . . . .
Resilience is not just for crisis - Herbal Medicine is not for crisis only.
It’s something we return to again and again, in all seasons of life.
Herbal Medicine could also be named Herbal Supports, Herbal Fun, Herbal Nour...
Apr 05, 2025
A natural cycle needs a pause
Musings
I've been learning more about pines, spruces, firs, junipers, and cedars the last few months. As a result, another layer has been added to what I see and sense with them.
I'm always surprised to experience another layer . . .. . . another portal in the labyrinth of the world of Plant ...
Mar 18, 2025