A confident, purpose-led woman, herbal tea lover, and container gardener rooted in Kingston, Jamaica. Through a personal journey of herbal wellness, intentional living, and small-space container gardening, this space holds reflections, lessons, and honest inspiration for living well at every stage of life. Every Saturday, stories from the garden arrive in your inbox - wellness discoveries, intentional living reminders, and the simple truth that growth is always possible, no matter the season or the space.
The quiet cup that changed my mornings (and evenings) πΏ
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Hello Reader, Some herbs are made for mornings. Others belong to the slower parts of the day. Soursop Leaf tea? It's firmly in the second camp, and once I understood that timing matters just as much as the plant itself, everything shifted. In my latest post, I'm sharing: β Why I reach for Soursop Leaf tea on mornings when my mind is already racing β The evening ritual that helps my shoulders actually drop after a long day β How often I drink it (and why I don't drink it every day) β My simple brewing method, including the one small step that makes a real difference β And the neighbour's tree that started it all, because herbal traditions have always been community knowledge This one is a slower read. Pour yourself something warm before you click. π Click here to read more about: When I Drink Soursop Leaf Tea (And Why Timing Matters) With love and leaves, Gillian P.S. The crochet plant hangers I use to grow my container herbs vertically? They're in the catalog. If you've been looking for a way to bring more green into a small space and make it beautiful while you're at it, take a peek here: Crochet Plant Hanger Catalog. π± |
Gillian Larmond | Queen Gee
A confident, purpose-led woman, herbal tea lover, and container gardener rooted in Kingston, Jamaica. Through a personal journey of herbal wellness, intentional living, and small-space container gardening, this space holds reflections, lessons, and honest inspiration for living well at every stage of life. Every Saturday, stories from the garden arrive in your inbox - wellness discoveries, intentional living reminders, and the simple truth that growth is always possible, no matter the season or the space.
Hi Reader, I hope your week went well and that you are having a wonderful weekend! π Today I found myself reflecting on the very first blog post I published on my wellness journey, and it reminded me why I started this path in the first place. My wellness journey didnβt begin with perfection or trends. It began with loss, reflection, and a decision to take my health more seriously after losing my mother in 2017 and facing my own respiratory health scare the following year. That season pushed...
Hello Reader, I owe you a small apology. You have not heard from me in two weeks, and I want to acknowledge that. Life had its way with my schedule for a moment, but I am back on track and fully present. And though today is Wednesday, I want you to know that Saturdays are still your day. You will hear from me as usual this weekend and every weekend going forward. Now, let me tell you what brought me back to your inbox today. I published a new blog post, and I could not wait until Saturday to...
Hello Reader, Today is my birthday π and I will be honest with you - this one feels different. It is more intentional than birthdays have felt in a long time. This week, I decided to enter a new year of life on my own terms. Not pretending I have everything figured out. Just slower mornings, simple herbal rituals, and a deeper commitment to listening to what my body actually needs. It has been one of the most grounding weeks I have had in a long time. πΏ THIS WEEK ON THE BLOG I wrote about the...