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With a wealth of experience in flower gardening, floristry, and pollinator gardens since 2016, I'm committed to creating thriving, sustainable gardens that benefit both people and the planet. As a natural beekeeper since 2011, I practice bee-centric methods that prioritize the health and well-being of these vital pollinators.
My work is guided by a womb-focused, spirit-driven approach that connects me to the earth and the stars.
Through this unique combination of experience, knowledge, and intuition, I strive to create gardens that are not only beautiful but also deeply rooted in harmony with nature.
about Sha-Na
A Sprinkle of Divine Wisdom
eros, queen-dom of flowers, the nymphs, :: experiences that merge the living mythic with modern needs, informed by the bees.
Evolving outside of conventional ways, I tend to these beings with methods that work with the honeybee as a living symbol. I am inspired by ancient cultures and mythical aspects that surround the honeybee, as well as the connection between the hive and the feminine principle.
MEET YOUR BEE WOMAN My Journey
My journey into the world of gardening, beekeeping, and herbalism began to take shape in 2010 when I moved from California to New York with the goal of becoming more self-sufficient. I was eager to learn the craft of creating beeswax-based creams and attended numerous workshops, hands-on sessions, and courses at various locations, such as 3rd Ward in Brooklyn, Brooklyn Grange Navy Yard, and Honeybee Lives in New Paltz. In 2014, I finally began managing my own beehives at Midwinter Farms in Ancram.
In 2015, I traveled to West Virginia's Spikenard Honeybee Sanctuary, where I learned about biodynamic farming and gardening and the crucial role honeybees play in our ecosystem. I developed a unique approach to beekeeping, integrating ancient oral traditions, oracular seership, and nature-based traditions from various regions.
From 2016 to 2018, I had the opportunity to work as a horticultural manager and organic flower and herb gardener and beekeeper at an estate in Greenwich, CT, further refining my skills and knowledge. During this time, my interest in herbalism continued to grow, leading me to study at the Herbal Academy in 2016 and become a certified herbalist.
My passion for connecting to plants and the love of flowers led me to contribute to CSA and garden dining experiences at The West Taghkanic Diner in the Hudson Valley, NY, and co-farm and co-manage flowers and herbs at Lu-Na Blooms & Herbs from 2019 to 2021. In 2022, I shared my expertise at the Harvest Moon Women's retreat in Tuscany, Italy, co-facilitating a Sacred Honeybee workshop alongside Tatjana Lucia.
Over the past decade, I have been honored to share my prowess and passion for apothecary magic with others, as my journey continues to unfold and evolve in exciting new directions.
Presently, Little Bee Mystique is preparing for a new chapter in a different location, which may be within the United States or even across the world.
If you are interested in creating a safe haven for honeybees and other pollinators, Little Bee Mystique can guide you through the process. Don't hesitate to reach out if you would like to learn more.
A LOOK AT MY OFFERINGS
when we open our minds to otherworlds...
you become in tune with the seasons, natural rhythms, and the cycles of life
an unspoken language comes naturally
The path of the Honeybee is Ecstasy
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Did you know that bees are one of the only other species that have been shown to communicate with symbolic language, dancing, to indicate where the abundant nectar source is in direction of the sun?