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Jul 26, 2023·edited Jul 26, 2023Liked by Gavin Mounsey

Thank you for bringing this delightful book to my attention. The authoress has a clear love for the subject and a poetic flare that I find delicious. Also, I do love a good forage. Miigwech.

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You are most welcome! Which book are you referring to?

Have you ever tried Larch tea? I find it to be exquisite when blended with mint and yarrow.

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Jul 28, 2023Liked by Gavin Mounsey

I really enjoy this fellow's series of videos. Here is one on White Cedar - also delicious. https://youtu.be/XLUI6CEZQTc

And on point: Tamarak (there are several videos, this is just one that elaborates on the observational neurological uses mentioned in the books above).https://youtu.be/M0-Es_VVohs

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Thank you so much for taking the time to share this. I look forward to learning more about the White Cedar when I have time :)

In the words of my ancient ancestors that were indigenous to the rugged Celtic coastline Go raibh maith agat.

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Jul 27, 2023·edited Jul 27, 2023Liked by Gavin Mounsey

Oh I see now. I thought it was one book. You have referenced several. Thank you. All of them.

No not yet. Next time I go upstate I can forage some.

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This reminds me of a rather forgettable Monty Python routine.

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Could you please elaborate on what you mean by that?

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That would be impossible if you are not familiar with Monty Python's Flying Circus and unnecessary if you were.

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hmm, okay, well I appreciate you taking the time to respond.

If you were to describe your thoughts on the post above in non-Monty Python terms, how would you describe it?

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Monty Python terms are the only ones deserving of the effort.

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I see, well I thank you for your time and hope you have a very memorable weekend full of Monty Python themed experiences.

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I hope you continue to enjoy your ignorance of them.

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Jul 25, 2023Liked by Gavin Mounsey

This is a wonderfully descriptive dive into this beautiful tree! Funnily enough, my mom and I were just discussing larch today, as she was telling me she was taking larch capsules as an immune enhancing supplement. Thank you for the great read!

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What an interesting synchronicity! I had no idea that larch capsules existed on the market! I do know that the tree offers many immune system optimizing benefits from first hand experience.

You are most welcome, thank you for the thoughtful comment.

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