It feels like spring never truly arrives until I see the first cowslips blooming. They’re early, humble, and bright—little golden bells dotting the meadows, as if the earth itself is waking up with a gentle yawn. There’s a kind of innocence in them. Soft, downy leaves close to the ground, and those sunny blooms nodding … More Cowslip (Primula veris) – Golden Bells of Spring
There’s something about lady’s mantle that always stops me in my tracks. Maybe it’s the way the leaves hold morning dew—like tiny crystal bowls—or how the whole plant seems to glow green, even on cloudy days. It doesn’t demand attention. It just is. Steady. Grounded. A little wild around the edges, but elegant in its … More Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris) – A Herb for Holding On
The linden trees have started to bloom, and suddenly, the whole area smells like honey and sunshine. I didn’t even see the blossoms at first—they hide up high, modest and pale yellow against the green—but I smelled them before I knew what had changed in the air. That scent… soft, sweet, and golden. It feels … More Linden (Tilia cordata) – The Tree That Whispers Calm
a day in the life of a latvian mom 