Sue Sullivan founded her business, Howl at the Moon Gems, in 2000, driven by a lifelong passion for crystals and gems that began in childhood, with her maternal grandfather. He was her first teacher in the natural world and introduced her to the uses of herbs, tree woods, phases of the moon and stones, sparking her enduring interest. She holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Minneapolis School of the Arts and later pursued studies in Theology, becoming an ordained minister. In 2020 she earned a full Masters Diploma for her Crystal Practitioner Certification and is also an Usui Reiki Master/Teacher. Additionally, she serves on the board of The Gathering Grove where she is honored to be the Illuminator of Knowledge and Curriculum Director.
“If you do things as Mother Nature planned your garden and life will always be beautiful.” Words from my Grandpa about the why of when he planted. As I grew up, I loved helping my Grandpa with his flower and vegetable garden. When I was about 12 or 13 yearsContinue Reading
Hestia was the Goddess of the sacred fire, was once known as “Hestia, First and Last”. Being the first born, and also the last, takes a bit of explaining …Continue Reading
What Does Mercury Actually Take Care of or Govern? Mercury rules every kind of communication. This would include speaking, listening, learning, reading, editing, researching, negotiating, selling, and buying. It also rules all types of formal contracts, agreements and documents, including things like book manuscripts or term papers, deeds, contracts, leases,Continue Reading
The Greenman, or Spirit of the Forest, is tied to a large amount of pre-Christian belief systems. While he goes by many different names, his theme is common.Continue Reading
Some days I become cat or dog like and start searching for the best window where the sunlight is pouring in. Rearranging furniture so I can just sit and bask in the warmth and the light.Continue Reading
Some days I become cat or dog like and start searching for the best window where the sunlight is pouring in. Rearranging furniture so I can just sit and bask in the warmth and the light.Continue Reading
I call the full moon in April the Seed Moon. This name indicates the season most appropriate for planting the seeds for what you hope will flourish in the coming season of growth and fertility.Continue Reading
For myself, I prefer the name of Mystery Moon – A Sacred Time. For those who follow the path of the Wheel of the Year, in July, the seasonal transition …Continue Reading
It is the traditional time of year to be doing some Spring Cleaning. Let’s all try to keep in mind to not throw the baby out with the bath water! When Concentrating On One Thing… I think it is a natural instinct when concentrating on an area we want toContinue Reading
I call the full moon in March the Maiden Moon. The name is an indication and a celebration of the many maidens of springtime honored in this season, from Persephone, to Aphrodite, to EostaraContinue Reading