As the year winds down, we often carry more than we need — habits, heaviness, clutter, or energy that no longer serves us. Left unacknowledged, these things can weigh us down.
This gathering is a chance to pause, reflect, and release. We’ll begin indoors with warm tea and a short reading on the power of letting go. You’ll be invited to write down anything you’re ready to release. Then, together, we’ll gather at the fire and offer our words to the flames.
Fire transforms — it consumes and clears, turning what was heavy into ash and smoke. When we release in community, that act is magnified, the shared energy of letting go amplifying our own intentions.
🌿 Tea and light refreshments will be served
🌸 The apothecary will be open before and after the event
✨ This is a FREE community gathering
👥 Adults only
☔ Rain or shine — we’ll gather by the fireplace inside if needed
Come as you are, ready to set down what you don’t wish to carry into the new year and step forward with a lighter heart. If you’re inviting a friend, please do a separate sign-up for them.
Your Host
Michelle Spalding is a clinical herbalist and holistic health coach with over 1,800 hours of formal training in Western herbalism, vitalist philosophy, and holistic coaching. She is a lifelong plant lover and the founder of Wild Thistle Herbs and Alchemy in Waco, Texas.
Michelle brings a warm, down-to-earth approach to everything she teaches. She believes herbalism does not have to be complicated or intimidating. A cup of tea, a little plant knowledge, and a room full of curious people is honestly one of her favorite things.
Her workshops are beginner-friendly, hands-on, and grounded in the idea that plants are for everyone. Whether you leave with a new skill, a deeper curiosity, or simply a better afternoon than you expected, that is a good day.
Michelle is a proud member of the American Herbalists Guild, Herbalists Without Borders, and the Flower Essence Society. She offers herbal consultations and holistic coaching both in person in Waco and via video for clients nationwide.