The Waypoint - Nonfiction

Reading comics again has reminded me that joy doesn’t have to be complicated.

Welcome to The Herbal Compendium*, a continuing series within Pagan Wellness dedicated to exploring the uses, benefits, and cautions of the plants that support our daily lives. Each entry focuses on a single herb—its history, properties, and traditional applications—offering practical insights for mindful, nature-based living. Whether used for tea, tincture, or simple appreciation in the garden, these profiles celebrate the enduring relationship between people and plants. I’v

In a world that glorifies busyness, carving out a few minutes for tea can feel almost rebellious. Yet it’s these small, intentional pauses that keep us connected to ourselves.

The mountain air doesn’t just soothe. It restores. It reminds me that my nervous system was not designed for 24/7 notifications and five-lane traffic. It was meant for wind in the pines, the rustle of wildlife in the brush, the surprise of an owl in daylight.

Pioneers spoke of wandering lights—will-o’-the-wisps—that danced across the plains.

Fairy rings have been steeped in myth and legend across various cultures. In European folklore, these rings are often seen as the dancing gr

Accessible Ways to Reconnect With Your Spirit During Busy or Hard Times   There is a hush that follows hardship. A silence not of peace, but of bone-deep exhaustion—the sort that settles into your chest like dusk over a field, cool and inescapable. In such seasons, when the soul feels worn thin from worry or weighed by too many to-dos, it can be hard to remember what sacredness even feels like.   But even in the busiest or darkest of days, the spirit seeks light. Blessedly, s

The novel centers on Roger Gale, a widowed New York businessman in his 60s, who has conflicting emotions with the evolving societal landscap

In Japan, the maple tree represents grace and peace. “Maple” in Japanese means “rest”...

What customs did the Victorians follow when courting? What could a woman say with her fan if she didn't want a man to approach?

A brief history of the wonderful, magical circus.

The traditions and superstitions of funerals in Victorian England.

The fascination with floriography was not just limited to England. Victorian women in the American West continued the tradition.

Despite her eerie presence, the banshee is not an evil spirit. She does not cause death but merely foretells it.

In the Victorian era, floriography, or the language of flowers, was a nuanced method of communication.

A look back at what I read in 2024

Some oaks are considered evergreen because they never lose their leaves like deciduous oaks do. They lose and replace them during the year,

When I started to write a novel, I didn't know what I was getting into.

I tried intermittent fasting. Did it work?

Why is it important to express our emotions? Find out in today's blog post.