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Ghosts of Notions Past:
April/May 2011
Miss Lucy's Haiku
To my daughter at the first sign of spring, a haiku:
Sweet little love bird
nesting warmly in my heart
your eyes know: we're home.
Fresh fig, tonka bean, paperwhite narcissus, robin's egg blue delphinium with a comforting heart of vanilla infused amber.
The Whore on Tour - Italy
Wintering in Italy, the Whore wanders lazily through bergamot and lemon groves soaking in the Mediterranean sunshine and finding inspiration in the sea spray heavy in the air. Piquant herbal gardens surround her with their balsamic aroma as she sits planning spring rites of renewal and regeneration in the ancient traditions of the Stregas that have preceded her for centuries.
A perfume to bring the spring thaw: Tuscan bergamot, blood orange and ruby grapefruit are warmed with crystalline amber, clary sage, elemi, white tea, olibanum and purifying rosemary incense.
(PS - This fragrance has been added to the General Catalogas Fortuna in the Mythos collection.)
February/March 2011
Vajra
In Vajrayana Buddhism the Vajra (or Dorje as it is known in Tibet) is considered a spiritual weapon representing the tenacity of soul and spiritual might. It is likened to a diamond - the only substance than can cut everything except itself. The Vajra is a reminder of our power and our indestructible nature.
Sacred sandalwood and frankincense sweetened with rare Nepalese amber, pure honey, black currant and thick vanilla resin.
December/January 2011
Miss Lucy's First Snowflake
White flakes rarely flutter down from the heavens here in Oregon. Recently, we were treated with a light dusting so we excitedly bundled Miss Lucy and took her outside to see the snow. I was touched at the realization as I watched her playfully attempt to grasp at the flurry: Love each other, folks. Hold your dear ones close; life really is a snowflake melting on a baby's cheek.
Schmaltzy, but true.
Fresh snow scooped into paper cones doused with vanilla sugar and maple syrup.
The Whore on Tour - Deutschland
Ahh, Christmas finds the Whore wintering in Die Schwartzwald, Germany's Black Forest nestled along the Danube river. This holiday season, our lovely lady will be slavishly showering her loved ones with the gift of the region: hand made cuckoo clocks - after all, our heroine does have a sense of humor! Nonetheless, the holidays aren't just about the presents. She'll be witness to the majestic snow covered forest, pink sunrises over the river, and loads of Schwarzwald Kirschkuchen!
Black Forest bliss: whipped cream and maraschino cherries are sandwiched between layers upon layers of chocolate cake generously doused with Kirschwasser and a sneaky shot of rum.
October/November 2010
Miss Lucy's Simply Batty!
Just shy of six months old and vying for a career as a spokes model for Conjure Oils! This month we celebrate Miss Lucy's pouty first visit to the pumpkin patch!
Pumpkin custard, golden amber honey, crisp crimson autumn leaves falling slowly in the afternoon sunlight and spiced apple cider warmed with vanilla syrup.
The Whore on Tour - The Middle East
This October, our heroine makes her way from the South of France to the lush pomegranate groves of the Iranian plateau. Here, she'll bask in the sun, savor the juicy garnet arils and fill her sketchbook with still life drawings of fruit heavy on the tree and the mythological meanderings of Mesopotamian underworld deities.
Deep pomegranate, raspberry patchouli, kush, musk rose, tiare, vanilla cream, date sugar and fresh black fig.
September 2010
Miss Lucy's All Dolled Up
Just three months old and Miss Lucy already has the makings of a steampunk fashionista!
vanilla cream, pink musk, antique lace, sugared patchouli and just a hint of cherry blossom.
The Whore on Tour - Wine Country
Her first stop finds her in French wine country where the grapes hang like jewels from the vine underneath the never ending cobalt heavens. Here she'll enjoy the summer sun heavy in the sky, the wine tastings and painting watercolor postcards of the countryside for her lovers back home.
Bronzed vanilla, bordeaux, white honey, fresh hay and herbes de Provence
