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.
Samhain – Halloween: Known by many as Halloween, Samhain (pronounced “sow-en”) for Pagans and Witches is a day to celebrate ancestors, harvests and the coming of the dark time of the year. The veil between the earthly and spiritual worlds is thinnest at this time making connecting with those whoContinue Reading
Danburite encourages you to let yourself shine. It is a very strong intellectual activator providing stimulous and response to its user.Continue Reading
Black Kyanite roots us into the earth plane and opens and balances our hara line chakras and channels, and it brings awareness of our earth stewardship duty.Continue Reading
Holiday induced stress IS a real thing. I like to call it ‘Hollydaze’ since it’s easy to get lost and confused in all that’s going on.Continue Reading
I have recently discovered this one, and they really seem to work on our mental and emotional aspects. I could feel a snap of energy from my Root to Crown Chakras.Continue Reading
I have come to call this one the Promise Moon. This full moon requires use of the forethought skills that are needed in deciding what to keep and what to discard as we enter the dark uncertainty of the winter season to come.Continue Reading
Mabon or the Autumnal Equinox(aka The Second Harvest Festival, Wine Harvest, Feast of Avalon) Mabon or the Autumnal Equinox Is the 2nd Harvest Festival. This day sees light and dark in balance again, before the descent to the dark times, a time of Thanksgiving. At this time, the god andContinue Reading
Imperial Topaz helps to bring about life changes and transformations. It ends procrastination when facing action and change keeping you on your life’s path.Continue Reading
When thinking of the Throat Chakra, I think most of us assume it’s natural use is that of speaking, but it is so much more. Good communication actually has two parts.Continue Reading
“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