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By The Sultana of Spice Carrie Queenpin Herb Shop has OPENED and not only do we carry a large selection of herbs, we also have spices! Freshly ground from our vendor, these spices will knock your socks off! We have 3 different types of paprika, lots of different chili powders, and several blends. We also… Continue reading Spice, Spice Baby and Smoked Paprika Potato Soup

A few months ago I saw this quote posted on Facebook: In a society that profits from your self-doubt, liking yourself is a rebellious act. It hit me in the gut. Not only because I’m a rebel at heart, but because that simple statement is so dang true. I quickly Googled the source and found… Continue reading Let’s Start a Self-Love Rebellion

I have developed a pat answer when people ask me, “The patient has to believe in acupuncture for it to work, right?” I smile, because I understand why people ask this question. Acupuncture has not yet become mainstream in our culture, and the idea of using small needles to treat big issues seems a little… Continue reading Acupuncture and Cupping Are Just Like Gravity

A few weeks ago I taught a Luche Libre wrestling mask making workshop at a small music festival in the mountains. Among other things, the music festival highlighted “on the rise” bands that were competing to play at a larger local festival, FloydFest. My workshop partner Cory and I thought having a workshop on wrestling mask… Continue reading The Power of a Persona

Have you seen a picture of Keith Richards lately? You know The Rolling Stones guy. The rock star who created the stereotype of rock stardom by living each moment like it was his last. I have a life principle named after him. I came up with this principle one day after work. I had had… Continue reading The Keith Richards’ Principle

In my life I have found four things heal my soul like nobody’s business: a good acupuncture treatment, a creative outlet, people who can relate to my current experience, and nourishing food. When I speak to other people about ways that they heal, they too mention good food, creativity, and human connection. I admit, not… Continue reading Sweet Remedy Revivals and Why Our First Focus is on Cancer

I often have people look at me with a puzzled expression and ask in some way or form, “Why should I get acupuncture? What will it do for me? “ In the past I have tailored my answer to the individual, explaining to them how acupuncture will ease their back pain, or help them lose… Continue reading Why YOU Should Get Acupuncture