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A poem about the magnificent Beaver Supermoon in Taurus
by Sue Cartwright 5 November 2025
A poem about the magnificent Beaver Supermoon with the grounded energy of Taurus which helps us to engage our senses
Welcome November (Almanac 2025)
by Sue Cartwright 1 November 2025
An Almanac guide to Nature in November with things to do and watch out for at the end of the Autumn season
A book review about Life of a Chalkstream by Simon Cooper
by Sue Cartwright 25 October 2025
A wonderful book about the restoration of a chalkstream as a natural habitat for Brown Trout and Salmon, aquatic and wildlife
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Spiral Leaf - Step into the Wild - Galleries by Sue Cartwright

Step into the Wild

Find a place to roam and tune into the harmony of Nature

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Latest Galleries


Autumn Treasures Gallery by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf

Autumn Treasures

The abundance of Nature as the air starts to cool, the nights start to draw in and the the Sun shines lower in the sky

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Golden Leaves

A walk along the river under canopes of golden leaves as the afternoon light glistens on the water reflecting clear blue sky

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Misty Morning

Early morning light in late Autumn when cold air makes water vapour and the Sun creates an atmosphere of pure beauty

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Woodland

Walk with me through the most beautiful antient woodland where our most rare and treasured wildlife thrives.

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Sunset Sky

Sunsets painted in pale pinks and purples, golden yellows and ochres, deep reds, pinks and blues across the sky.

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Healing Herbs


A Healing Herb (Dill) by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf

Dill

Dill is an aromatic herb with a mild aniseed flavour and many healing properties

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Coriander

A distinctive aromatic herb that enhances overall health and well-being

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Chamomile


A treasured herb that teaches gentleness and brings about a sense of calm

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Lavender

Lavender contains magical properties for stimulating, calming, uplifting, cleansing and relaxing

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Marjoram

Marjoram is an ancient herb known for its relaxing healing properties and culinary flavour

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Oregano

Oregano is a cherished ancient herb with an abundance of healing and culinary properties

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Healing Spices


A Healing Spice (Mace) by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf

Mace

Mace is a colourful flavoursome spice with many culinary and healing benefits

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Nutmeg

Nutmeg packs a flavoursome punch with many nutritional, healing and culinary benefits

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Tumeric

Turmeric has been used as a medicinal spice to reduce inflammation for nearly 4,000 years

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Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne Pepper is a hot flavoursome spice with life-saving medicinal properties

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Paprika

Paprika is a treasured spice that adds pop, spice, colour and flavour to many a savoury dish

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Black Pepper

In ancient times, Black Pepper was much more than a culinary spice with many healing properties

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The Wise Owl

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Spiral Leaf - Quote

Nature is one of the most underutilised treasures in life. It has the power to unburden hearts and reconnect us to that inner place of peace.


Dr Janice Anderson and Kiersten Anderson

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