This issue is so full that we
skipped trying to list it the usual way. We are absolutely thrill to send
out the wonderful, generous contributions that came from all over.
Steven Lee sent in complete
instructions for cooking one's goose, along with a fabulous recipe for the
leftovers. He has recently put out a new cookbook, go withs
(I have it, and love it!), and information for ordering it can be found at the
end of his article. After sampling his ideas in this newsletter, it is
sure to be an unusual and user friendly book.
Barb Steele from Alloway Creek
Gardens sent us how-to and explanations of Advent wreaths, with some meanings
for the herbs she suggests for use. Check out her web site.
From Maggie's Herb Basket, Maggie
and Johann came up with some very unusual recipes that I can't wait to try.
Maureen Rogers fields the problem
of holiday stress. We think Sarah might have been abducted by aliens, but
are fairly certain that she has it all under control. Just kidding.
She's on vacation. By the way, Maureen's newest edition of the Herbalpedia
is ready to order. It is one of the most thorough databases on herbs that
you will find, and very reasonable.
We hear from Florida again.
Liz Valentine, the craft maven at Greens & Things in Vero Beach explains
simply how to crystallize flowers. Do you think she's rubbing it in that
its not really winter down there?
Besides the suggestions that came
from readers, you will also find lots and lots of ideas to make decorations
naturally from what you find outside -and at the nearest herb shop, how to
""render"" bayberries, make pomanders, garlands, and things
to get you into the spirit.
