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We have a lot of people ask us what made us decide to open The Herbal Toad, and a lot of people don’t know the true miracle behind the becoming of our family business. While herbalism dates back for many generations in our family, there is a story behind what pulled my mother from a place of taking this heritage for granted and what turned it into a business and heartfelt passion. So, here it is!The picture on the left was my mom in 2015 on one of the last days she was able to leave home. The pi …

If you know me, you already know the story of my friendship with Joanna. I have spoken of it often because of how different it is from what we see today. We are now living in a time when our differences from one another often are enough to call it quits before we allow ourselves to know someones true spirit. Many of us are guilty of assuming we know someone because of no more than a political view.I met Joanna when I was running an agency operated foster home in New York. Joanna was the Independ …

Rice sensory is great. It’s easy, quick to put together, and it’s almost always certain you’ll have all the supplies ready, right in your kitchen! Dying the rice adds that extra fun, and allows you to change it up for the season, or occasion. Then of course, by adding a few drops of essential oil is a great add-in. to spruce up your sensory bin with that familiar smell of that season! This is also a great way to add in calming oils into your children(s) play area.For Valentine’s, I knew I wanted …

The uses for herbs are so vast that even after centuries of use, we are still making new discoveries as to their number of uses, yet most people still think of herbs as no more than a caffeine-free alternative to black tea. Even those who have used herbs medicinally for a number of years tend to overlook the value of herbs in supporting the bodies nutritional needs. Herbs are extremely rich in vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients, and because they are plants, these nutrients are in a balance …

This is one of my favorite turkey recipes to serve with my Herb Stuffing.  We eat this every Thanksgiving holiday. 15 lb turkey10 tablespoons butter softened2 teaspoons minced garlic3 Tbs Poultry Seasoningsalt and pepper to taste1 onion peeled and quartered1 lemon quartered3 C warmed chicken or turkey brothPreheat oven to 450 degrees while letting turkey stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.Blend together butter, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.Season th …