In the enchanted forest, a curious and adventurous 12-year-old girl named Willow stumbles upon a mysterious seed that transports her to a parallel world of fairies and magic. Guided by her newfound companion, Bramble the firefly, Willow embarks on a thrilling quest to find her way home, facing challenges and obstacles along the way. With the help of the wise and powerful fairy queen, Esmeralda, Willow learns to harness the power of the seed and navigate the wonders of the fairy realm. Through her journey, she discovers the importance of courage, friendship, and the power of self-discovery. Willow's adventure in the fairy world is a tale of wonder, magic, and personal growth, as she returns home with a newfound appreciation for the enchantment that exists all around her.

See how a community of pigs makes ingenious use of a giant dandelion seed, just as an erupting volcano threatens their island.

"This book brings together forgotten lore with the magic and medicine of plants for the ultimate journey through a botanical wonderland. Including excerpts from fairy tales and a lively discussion of each plant's magical and medicinal properties, the book is arranged by general environment, and each chapter contains a cultivated selection of plants, arranged alphabetically by popular common name"--

New Mexico is home to about 4,000 species of plants that inhabit the varied ecosystems found at the intersection of the Rocky Mountains, the Great Plains, and the Sonoran and Chihuahuan Deserts. Willa Finley and LaShara Nieland, authors of a previous field guide of Texas plants, Lone Star Wildflowers, traveled throughout New Mexico and photographed approximately 200 commonly encountered plants in all stages of growth from spring through fall. They also visited with Native Americans to learn the extensive practical ways in which they and their ancestors have used the flora. The research is presented in a colorful, well-organized format, using easily understood language appealing to wildflower enthusiasts of all levels of experience. Land of Enchantment Wildflowers features -Easy-to-use format with plants grouped according to flower color, indicated by color bars along the page edges. -456 full-color photos, all taken by the authors, including flowers, leaves and seedpods. -Origins of common and scientific names. -Historical and modern uses of plants for food, medicine, and other applications, along with archaeological findings. -Information about toxins and commercially valuable chemical compounds. -Interactions with wildlife and livestock, both positive and negative. -Landscaping uses, noting growth requirements, as well as deer resistance. -Over 100 butterfly and moth species identified, with description of their interaction with specific plants.

From the bestselling author of Seasons of Your Heart and A Tree Full of Angels, a lyric, loving, and inspiring approach to communion with God based on Benetictine spirituality.