Looking to the future

It occurred to me yesterday, as I packaged up even more elderberry syrup and the magnesium lotion I made for my volunteers, that I’ve never actually had a job that I’ve loved and been good at. I’m ‘good’ at lots of things, but nothing has really been very fulfilling. I worry that as I continue down this herbalism path I start to be less enthused and start seeing it more as a chore so I have to remind myself the actual pleasure I derive from experimenting with all these new herbs I’m using, and essential oils, and methods of making and recipes for certain ailments or symptoms, and realize that if I continue to feel this way then I can’t ever possibly not enjoy it.

I am getting a little ahead of myself in terms of wondering how things will look in the future; will I have a business that Forbes writes about? Will I be on Oprah? Will Oprah even still be running by then?! But having met such wonderful ladies in my neighborhood, and learning about their health and wellness journeys, I am continually inspired to learn and grow more. The medical aspect is daunting, but it will come.

I’ve been invited to go to a Barter faire in Graham, and someone has suggested I write a blog so I think I’ll start on those things for now. See what happens next.

I’m excited to grow my plants for this year as well. Actually be able to harvest my own herbs. Will it be too much work? Will I mess it up? Who knows!