Blossom/Flower Moon Blossom/Flower Moon refers to the time in spring when the plant world reveals its energies and gifts. All these life-giving forces are surfacing and blooming. These gifts from Mother Earth are for people to respectfully care for and use. Wild rice Stovetop method: Wash 1 cup of uncooked wild rice thoroughly, add to 3 cups boiling water and salt to taste in a heavy saucepan. Bring water to boil; stir. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 50-60 minutes or until kernels puff open. Uncover, fluff with a fork, and simmer for 5 additional minutes. Drain any excess liquid. For chewier texture, cook for less time Cool wild rice and add your choice of berries, 3 tbsp of maple syrup and sliced almonds (optional). Simple Salmon Rinse off salmon, place on cookie sheet. Spread with grainy mustard seed spread. Place is oven at 400 F for 15-20 minutes till cooked. The month of June (Waabgonii Giizis) is when strawberry comes to us. This is the leader of all berries and this is why we call this berry Ode’min. When we look at a wild strawberry, it is the shape of a heart, Ode. All red berrie are blood medicine and heart medicine. June is Stroke Awareness Month June 21: Summer Solstice and Aboriginal Solidarity Day Photo by Melanie Laquerre
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