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Willow Wednesdays

07/30/2025

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(I know it’s been a while since I posted. I was a bit busy with life, but I’ll still be doing the best I can to be here for you guys! I hope you got to do something calming yesterday, and if not, there's always time to relax today! <3)

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Willow trees are known for resilience and renewal. Therefore, on this day of the week, I will feature a random, calming tarot card pull that will offer advice for whenever you need it, whether it’s now or later on, just so you can bounce back from adversity and start anew. We’ll also delve into simple self-care activities for each card that will allow you to treat yourself to something you deserve after getting through half of the week!

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Tarot Card Pull

Pick a card, get some advice & a self-care activity!

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Card Reveal!

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The Hermit card represents intentional solitude, wisdom, and inner reflection. It reminds you to slow down and listen to your own voice without outside noise. This card shows up when it’s time to pause, reflect, and reconnect with your true self.

Self-Care: If you’re able to, go for a nature walk. Observe the trees, shrubs, the birds, even the insects. Allow yourself to take everything in and just be, without any distractions or fleeting thoughts of worries. If there’s no place for you to walk, then spend some time journaling by the light of a candle. Look at who you are from the outside - and take a moment to write whatever you think of on the inside.

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The Star card represents hope, healing, and rest. It appears to remind you that light will return, even after the darkest days. It encourages trust in the future, and a firm belief in your own potential.

Self-Care: Take a warm shower or bubble bath with your favorite scents. Lavender, eucalyptus, rose petals - whatever makes you feel the most comfortable. Water cleanses the grime of the day while also offering renewal and strength to your body.

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The Empress card represents creativity, expression, beauty, and nurturing. She reminds you to love yourself and give that same love towards those who might need or deserve it. She also encourages you to respect and honor who you are through self-expression and confidence.

Self-Care: Give yourself a mini spa treatment that’ll leave your skin and hair glowing! Apply the right skincare for your face, wear a face mask, use lotion or cocoa butter for your skin, and wrap your hair up in a warm towel. Then slip into some comfy clothing, make yourself some tea, and read a calming book or watch your favorite t.v. show!

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Which Card Did You Get?

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Tea Time Tuesdays

07/01/2025

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Once this blog gets a bit more popular, I’ll be giving my advice to you guys through the “asking” option here! You’ll also be able to share some good things that have happened in your life, and calm affirmations for those who may need to hear it. For now, I’ll be placing some of mine in here, paired with some cozy images. I’ll also create a “tea of the day” moodboard to provide more calming visuals that could go perfect with any tea party!

I’ll also be concluding every blog with a very simple question followed by a list of popular teas that can help track your emotions. I hope you enjoy!

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Today's Affirmation

“Today, I honor my pace, trust my path, and let small steps lead to great change.”

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Tea Of The Day!

Today’s tea is….

Elder Flower!

Origin:

Elderflower tea has been made for centuries, though its roots began in ancient Egypt and Greece as medicine. It treated a number of illnesses, thus granting it the nickname “The Father of Medicine.” Even now, extractions from the Elderflower plant are known to heal birds impacted by the Avian Flu.

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How It’s Made:

Elderflower Tea is made from dried blossoms that come from the the tree and shrub with the same name. The dried flowers are steeped into boiling water for 5 minutes to help bring out the floral, sweet flavor.

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Physically Aids:

🌸 Cold & Flu symptoms

🌸 Gingivitis

🌸 Increased Blood Flow

🌸 Gastrointestinal Health

🌸 Detoxes

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Mentally Aids:

🌼 Calming thoughts

🌼 Better Sleep

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What's In Your Cup? ☕️

Chamomile - Calm

Green Tea - Focused

Rose - Confident

Lavender - Tired

Butterfly Pea - Curious

Peppermint - Nostalgic

Lemongrass - Sad

Sage - Angry

Ginger - Overwhelmed

Raspberry - Happy

Chai - Excited

Earl Grey - Mixed Emotions

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Maple Mondays

06/30/2025

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Maple syrup is mostly had with pancakes at the beginning of the day, just as mondays kick off the beginning of the week. Maple trees grow from small seeds, just as memorable moments grow from something small, yet impactful. On these days, I’ll be providing a journaling prompt that focus on both growth, mindfulness, and wishes you may have for the week ahead. You can choose to respond to however you wish, whether it’s in the comments, a reblog, a journaling app, or even in a physical journal! I’ll also include some good news about a random cute animal to provide a good start to your week.

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Today's Prompt

If any day this week feels rocky or chaotic, what can you do for yourself that will return a feeling of peace?

My Answer:

I would let myself slow down and give myself some time to breathe, even in intense moments. When I’m home, that could mean curling up with a blanket, some tea, and a good book, or something as small as giving myself some time to close my eyes and sip some cold water when I’m at work. I think I’d need a moment where no one expects anything from me, not even myself. Even if everything feels messy, I can still choose peace in a tiny pocket of the day.

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Music To Journal To:

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Cute Animal of the

Week:

The American Pika!

Info:

American Pikas are small, rodent-like creatures that are actually more related to rabbits. They don’t hibernate in winter, so they spend their summers frantically gathering wildflowers, grasses, and moss to dry into “haypiles.” These little bundles are carefully stored under rocks, and used as winter snacks when the mountains are frozen over. You could say that they like their food “to go…” with them!

American Pikas usually found high in the mountains, as they’re able to thrive in the snowy, cold weather and rocky terrain. Unfortunately, climate change and wild fires have both greatly impacted their population, causing their numbers to dwindle. However, in places like Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge, pikas are staging a comeback. After being pushed towards the highest points of mountains due to dangerous conditions, they’re finally finding ways to adjusting to the sun and heading their way back down. Volunteers with Oregon’s Cascades Pika Watch have reported them returning in full force—even at sites that were once scorched earth. Some are even learning to survive in warmer places by shifting their habits—venturing out at night, tucking themselves into cool rock crevices during the day, and expanding into new types of terrain.

With tools like the Pika Patrol app, created by the Colorado Pika Project, hikers and wildlife enthusiasts are now part of the story. Every picture of a fluffy ball spotted on a mountainside and every squeaky call recorded adds to a growing database that helps scientists understand how these animals are adapting and how we can help.

The Pika teaches us that no matter our size, appearance, or what we’ve gone through, we have the ability to adapt and grow from the impossible. This tiny creature is a reminder that resilience can come in many forms with the right help, and cause a great butterfly effect in the process.

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Fun Fact:

Pikas are also known as “Whistling Hares” due to their high- pitched calls, which are often said to resemble a whistle.

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Do you live near the Oregon-Washington border? Do you find yourself wanting to learn more and see these creatures in person? The Cascades Pika Watch is looking for volunteers! Learn more here:

Cascades Pika Watch

Cascades Pika Watch volunteers conduct 1-2 monthly sitting surveys to track and log pika presence in the Gorge and across the region.

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..Or do you live in Colorado? Have you seen an American Pika in the rocky mountains? Download the Pika Project and take part in a research and rescue effort! Learn more here:

COLORADO PIKA PROJECT* In the face of a climate crisis, the Colorado Pika Project  is engaging community scientists to conserve...

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