Helium.com | View Judith C Evans's articles http://www.helium.com/users/537557.xml View Judith C Evans's articles en-us Copyright Helium.com Sun, 29 Nov 2009 02:44:04 GMT Sun, 29 Nov 2009 02:44:04 GMT Motherwort's scientific name, Leonuris cardiaca, describes its long-valued property as a heart tonic. This member of the Lamiaciae family was known... http://www.helium.com/items/1666221-use-of-motherwort-in-herbal-remedies Sun, 29 Nov 2009 02:44:04 In centuries past, mullein (Verbascum Thapsus) enjoyed its status as a prime healer of chest ailments, bruises, and swellings. Today, it is not amo... http://www.helium.com/items/1665326-use-of-mullein-in-herbal-remedies Sat, 28 Nov 2009 02:15:11 I had been working at a shelter for women and children for a few months when the director informed me that I would be making six quiches for the st... http://www.helium.com/items/1665010-never-fail-pie-crust Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:15:34 The smallest species of mint, pennyroyal enjoys an ancient reputation as an effective healer. This member of the Labiatae family is traditionally k... http://www.helium.com/items/1662043-uses-of-pennyroyal-in-herbal-remedies Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:02:48 The years immediately following the American Civil War produced a type of literature known as "local color." Local color fiction featured stories, ... http://www.helium.com/items/1660824-biography-sarah-orne-jewett Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:52:27 Phoenix, mid-August Newly broke, brand new in town: Maybe I'll find work here, Or at least look around. My green hatchback, ten years old, Sputter... http://www.helium.com/items/1658743-poetry-stranded Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:42:43 Their cause was liberty for one and all; Imperfect men surrendered not to fear. Upon the battle cry of Paul Revere, Young patriots at Concord Bridg... http://www.helium.com/items/1658620-poetry-their-cause Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:04:35 In this, Our perfect waltz, Like a child once more, I rest my feet on top of yours. Round and round we glide Across the kitchen floor; We swirl and... http://www.helium.com/items/1658609-poetry-our-perfect-waltz Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:55:22 The Fire of Unwelcome Ideas (For Tom Paine) Spark from the altar of liberty, Will you finish this poem with me? My words stumble from fatigue; My ... http://www.helium.com/items/1657970-poetry-taking-a-stand Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:46:15 Winter watches with bated breath; Autumn ignites a fiery death spiral. Winter waits in respectful silence. In the interim hush, The darkest nights ... http://www.helium.com/items/1657947-poetry-winter-scene Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:08:24 Winter's dark music Plays in distant halls. A chorus of dry leaves descends: The final chords of fall. Winter's midnight music - What a symphony of... http://www.helium.com/items/1657740-poetry-dark-music Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:46:07 When swallows tumble in pursuit of prey Among the white pines higher than I dare, And clouds diffuse the sunset's pinkish rays, Creator true and g... http://www.helium.com/items/1656871-poetry-see-you-there Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:55:20 The pathway of the dead begins In bursts of light and song. They board a vessel not in view (That's where our souls belong). They sail through anci... http://www.helium.com/items/1656754-poetry-the-path-of-the-dead Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:21:30 Words immortal, echoed chords unbroken, Urge us on from hallowed ages past Poets raise a glorious voice at last, Whispered, written, shouted, sung,... http://www.helium.com/items/1656495-poetry-immortal Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:22:34 Valerian root (Valerian officinalis) it has been valued for centuries as a sleep aid, digestive aid and pain reliever. As far back as the ancient G... http://www.helium.com/items/1653883-valerian-root-side-effects Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:20:00 The dark purple elderberry (Sambucus nigra) has provided immune support and relief from coughs and sore throats for centuries. Rich in vitamins A a... http://www.helium.com/items/1652767-how-to-make-elderberry-tincture Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:32:21 As you gather the last remaining herbs of the season, you'll want to store your herbs for use during the winter months. The best methods for preser... http://www.helium.com/items/1652005-how-to-store-fresh-herbs Mon, 16 Nov 2009 04:05:52