A walk through a field of St John’s wort,
glowing golden and blowing softly in a summer breeze started my interest in wildflowers
and medicinal herbs. I’d moved to Maine in 1970 and left the city life behind. With a
wildflower book in hand, I walked the fields and woods and began discovering the bounty
the earth offers us. Responsibly gathered wildflowers and my own cultivated herbs have
brought me many hours of peace and pleasure.
Picking Calendula barefoot or watching bees at work in violet comfrey flowers in
my garden in the mountains of Maine is a joy and blessing.
Soothing the mind with the calming scents of flowers, grounds and centers us in our busy
lives. After years of testing on friends and family, I was encouraged to offer my all natural
products under the Mountain Mama of Maine name. Each product is produced by Mama in
small lots to ensure freshness. Many ingredients come right out of the garden.
Centuries ago, women used herbs and essential oils for bath and beauty. Today there is
increased interest in all natural skin care products as we learn about the dangers of
synthetic ingredients. Since your skin is your largest organ, it just makes sense to treat it
naturally. I am proud to list all natural ingredients for all my products.
If there is something you are looking for, please let me know.
I travel in New England to fairs and festival, so be sure to visit show schedule page.
One of the highlights of the year in Maine is the Common Ground Country Fair. It is the
longest running fair of its kind. Sponsored by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners
Association, it is a "Celebration of Rural Living". The 3 day festival held in Unity Maine each
September around the time of the Fall Equinox, offers organic food and alternative living
ideas for all ages.
Mountain Mama of Maine is involved in the Herb Tent lecture series. Each year, women
share stories, experiences and recipes for using plants.their stories and knowledge of
bounty of the earth. Three days of varied topics. For more info www.mofga.org.
