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Written by Megin Potter  |  Photos Provided


On a silent night, when all is calm, and all is bright, three wise men bring a holy newborn infant three precious gifts – two of them are special herbs.


 

The Invisible Gift

Cunning herbalists are intrepid investigators who seek out knowledge. In 2020, Jessica Marcy became an herbalist and began selling
Old Wisdom Wellness herbal teas and skincare. 

Old Wisdom Wellness is a blend of modern science, ancestral teachings, and natural intuition. 

“I wanted to step away from mass produced products and use more natural products with the kids,” she added. 

Then Jessica explained how her intuition guides her creations. 

“With people, I can see and feel where they might not be completely honest with themselves and about their habits.” 

Healthy, Merry, and Bright

The sacred practice of drinking tea is a ritual seeped in tradition. 

Old Wisdom Wellness honors this heritage with teas made from Mountain Rose Herbs’ organic, ethically, and sustainably-sourced ingredients. Flowers from the garden of local grower Hummingbird’s Blooms, and plants that Jessica forages (such as wintergreen, yarrow, and mint) are used in balms, salves, and bath soaps.

Old Wisdom Wellness’ most popular tea, After Dinner Chai, has no caffeine and is made from freshly-crushed cardamon pods, rooibos, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, dandelions, and anise seeds. Another customer favorite, the Rest & Recover blend, was created for a patient recovering from cancer, and includes ginger, nettle, rosehips, Tulsi, and chamomile. 

Magic seized Jessica while making the set of charming Harry Potter teas in blends that conjure a Gryffindor’s courage, Ravenclaw’s wisdom, Slytherin’s cunning, and Hufflepuff’s loyalty. 

“I went down the rabbit hole and had a lot of fun with that project,” she said. 

Find Old Wisdom Wellness at Tide & Purl,  123 Broad St, Schuylerville, and Play Hollow, 40 Front Street, Ballston Spa. 

On Dec. 2nd and 3rd, Jessica will be at the Willow Marsh Farm Store, 343 Hop City Rd, Ballston Spa, for their Holiday Market. She will also be co-hosting “Oracle & Herbs” with medium and shop owner Sarah Meierdiercks of Adirondack Journey Inward and mixing custom teas based on your personal reading. 

“Revive and Thrive”, a 6-week virtual group coaching program, begins January 16th. Save $50 when you register by Dec. 1st. The popular “Drink to Your Health” Mocktail Classes will resume in the New Year. 

For more information, e-books, and to buy Old Wisdom Wellness products online, go to www.oldwisdomwellness.com. Enter promo code LOCAL to pick-up your order instead of having it shipped. For updates, follow them on Instagram.