Chester, Virginia Farmer’s Market

The Polar Bear and The Elephant had an exciting time on Saturday April 16 at the Farmer’s Market. Pictured below are some pictures of our setup. We look forward to seeing you next Saturday.

The one symptom of Covid that no one is talking about.

The one symptom of Covid that no one is talking about. So, I have been super careful trying to avoid catching Covid. I wear my mask, social distance and wash my hands regularly. Although I have been careful. I ended up catching it. The first few days, I felt like I just had a cold.

The Nine Vows

I vow to actualize and live according to my full moral and ethical capacity. I vow to live in solidarity with the cosmos and all living beings. I vow to live in deep nonviolence. I vow to live in humility and to remember the many teachers and guides who assisted me on my spiritual path.

Twelve Marks

Relocation to the “abandoned places of Empire” [at the margins of society] Sharing economic resources with fellow community members and the needy among us Hospitality to the stranger Lament for racial divisions within the church and our communities combined with the active pursuit of a just reconciliation Humble submission to Christ’s body, the Church Intentional

Raw Vegan Carob Pudding

Ingredients ½ cup raw almonds (soaked overnight) 2 bananas 2 Tbsp of carob powder ½ cup pitted dates Directions Blend all ingredients together till smooth. You can either use a blender or food processor.

Almond Milk Recipe

Welcome to River Willow Apothecary. We really hope that you have been enjoying the numerous recipes that we have been sharing with you.  Do you have seasonal allergies? Have you tried limiting your consumption of dairy products? If so this following recipe will be of great benefit to you. Ingredients 1 cup of almonds (that

Chicken Salad Recipe Simple

Welcome beautiful people to the online home of River Willow Apothecary. We truly enjoy your visit and participation.  Today we have another yummy healthy recipe to share with you. Ingredients Chopped Chicken 1 Tbsp Mayonnaise Chopped Onions Chopped Peppers Chopped Celery Directions Combine all ingredients and serve over lettuce. You can turn this into a

Tomato Basil Bruschetta Tasty

Ingredients 2 Sprouted Tortillas1 Tomato1 Bell Pepper1 Onion1/4th Cup Olive OilSalt, PepperFresh Basil (some replace this with Italian Seasoning)  Directions Brush tortillas with olive oil and brown in skillet. Cut each tortillas in about 10 pieces. Dice and mix veggies. Add olive oil and spices. Put veggies on your tortillas and enjoy.

Keys to Ultimate Health

Attitude  It is important to check our thinking to make sure it ain’t stinking. We must maintain a positive attitude or even better an attitude of gratitude. What are you thankful for? Laughter  Did you know that laughter was medicinal?  “A merry heart doeth good like a medicine,” Proverbs 17:22. Have you heard about Norman

Family Vacation on a Budget

Is it possible to go on vacation with your family and create all of those wonderful and important memories without hemorrhaging money? Absolutely! Instead of going on a cruise to the Caribbean try visiting one of our countries magical National Parks. With the right gear you could camp in the National Park for around $15