November December 2013 Digital

Field Notes from the Editor Tina talks about the fun she had with this year's experiments. About the Cover, a little discussion of the barn star. The cover is from Susan Hess. Balsam Fir, Sandy Michelsen We know them as Christmas trees, but what of the essential oil, the pitch, the needles? What can we do with them? Flavors of the Season, Jackie Johnson The spices that warm us in winter, included in recipes for Spiced Seafoam, Gingerbread, Rum Punch, and more. Fun, Sillies & Puns for the Happy Herbalist, Jessica Morgan A few more jokes and puns from Jessica, to lighten the quickly shortening days. Recipes for Making Kale a Regular Part of Your Diet, Carey Jung Carey eats kale every day, and has done so for years. How does she do it? Roots of Herbal Medicine, Joe Smulevitz There have been many steps along the way in the evolution of herbal medicine. Many traditions have borrowed from and built upon each other. Herbal Gifts, Jean Smith Vinegars and oils to make using herbs a