About
Hi. I’m Danielle, and this is where I write about the things that make my life feel magical – my personal treasure chest of moments, recipes, things I have seen, things I have done or would like to do – things that make me happy.
I’m the sort of person who likes to pick wild berries, get lost in the woods, and spend entire days making jam. I love to cook, to share a meal with people I like, and to stay in my pajamas as long as I can on a Sunday, reading a book. I also like to explore secret places, to meander, and to take pictures of things that strike me. I like how each season transforms the landscape into something new, and how I am somehow still connected to that.
This blog began as a blog about health, started as I finished my studies in herbalism, as a way to merge my passion for writing and for plants. But somehow I think it has turned into something else – something more general, something that is still about health, but in a in a more fundamental and basic way. I think that what really makes us healthy, is finding the things in our lives that make us feel alive. I’d like to think that’s what I write about now.
I currently live in Vermont with my husband and two cats, Taliesin and Sassafras.
You can contact me at D.Charles.Davies@gmail.com with questions, or just to say hello.
Note: I work very hard on this blog and spend a lot of time taking photos, writing, editing, creating recipes. If you’d like to re-post something you’ve found here, please ask me first (I’ll probably say yes).
Oh Danielle! Your blog is magical!! I’m so glad you actually did it! you’ve been talking about it for a while and here it is with all its beauty. It is so simple and to the point, yet has your touch radiating off of it. It is ironic for me to read this blog today because the tulsi tea collective that reed and I joined opens on Wednesday. I’ve been thinking about different tea blends and your blog has inspired me even more. thanks danielle:)
Danielle – very nice! Super professional looking website, and even better than appearances – the content is wonderful. Keep it going!
Danielle~ this is so wonderful and beautiful! I love the flow of your site and the way you write. I feel like I’m right next to you and even more wish I was. I miss you very much. Keep up the beautiful work and I look forward to reading more from you. xoxo
Thank you all for your kind words! It’s always a bit scary putting your thoughts out there for people to see, so it really means a lot to hear such positive feedback! Please feel welcome to share your own thoughts, knowledge or ask questions – my dream is for this to become much more interactive 🙂
Your blog is so sweet! I love the range of info, your herbal philosophy and can’t wait to hear more. Keep it up!
Thanks Celia! I just checked out your blog as well and I love it! Great info, great spirit, and great name!
Danielle-Deb and I have been reading your articles. Wonderful job with the site and content. I am recommending it to several of my colleagues who have similar interests.
hi, I saw a visit from this blog to my blog so I came over to check it out. It all looks so great and interesting… I will come back and read through it all. Looks like some great stuff!!!!
Welcome and enjoy!
Thank you for this wonderful source of information!
You have to go to Asheville and reconnect with Aimee, and her husband Hector Diaz. They are very much into your realm of thinking and working to make us take charge of our health. Your style and contemplative positive delivery is outstanding!
danielle, you will keep all of us ladies -of-the-lapsing-sun, in michigan, alive in more ways than one this winter!..the photos and words are lovely!…miss you both!…m and m
Danielle~ I stumbled onto your blog and feel like I found my way into a hug with another herbal sister – right on! Your word-craft and appreciation for the green ones are such a joy. Many blessings!
Aww thanks! I’m glad for your stumbling!
Leslie Postin pointed me to your blog – I am so enjoying your posts. Thank you.
Hi Marci,
So glad you’re enjoying the blog. Thanks for all your lovely comments 🙂
XOXO D
Hello! Just came across your blog and will definitely be back to try some of your recipes! Lovely stuff 🙂
Yum, i would love to eat at your house.
Great blog Danielle, love it!
Hi Vincent,
Thank you so much for your comment and kind words! I’m glad you are loving the blog 🙂
D
Congratulations! You have been nominated for the Versatile Blogger Award by Cathy from http://wordsandherbs.wordpress.com. For details see Cathy’s post on 26th January:
http://wordsandherbs.wordpress.com/2012/01/26/versatile-blogger-award/
I’m really enjoying reading your blog, so played along with this award thing… feel free to do with it what you will! 🙂
Thank you Cathy! I’m so honored!!!
your blog really is magical – nicely done and keep searching for beauty!
Hello Danielle! Just a quick word to say I really enjoyed your post about the apple trees and that I love the name of your blog! I also love picking berries and making jam 🙂 I don’t blog much about them, but if you’re interested, you can check out my blog about books…
Lovely blog and most definitely the loveliest About Me section I’ve read! I heart your description of life as magical and your blog as a treasure chest of moments.
Congratulations on a lovely blog crammed full of beauty and interest.
Your blog is absolutely beautiful. I love your recent apple tree post. Thank you for sharing the beauty that regularly surrounds you.
Interesting blog – looking forward to reading more x
What a lovely blog you have here! Vermont – what a positively beautiful state. I am a native New Hampshirite who is looking forward to keeping up with you 🙂
I sincerely enjoy your blog! The way you write and your view of the world is so charming. 🙂
I can so relate. Lovely blog you have here 🙂
I’ve passed on the Versatile Blogger Award to your site. You can check here for the details: http://penpoised.wordpress.com/
i join the chorus saying, “This is a lovely blog.”
You have a beautiful blog. And Vermont rocks…love New England!
your title attracted me, your sensitivity will make me keep track of you
I nominated you for a Kreativ Blog Award.
I have nominated you for the Beautiful Blogger Award! No obligation but I love your blog and you deserve it! See here: http://wordsandherbs.wordpress.com/2012/05/25/good-things/
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BEAUTIFUL blog! Makes me feel very happy, reading this! Thanks!