Peaceful Pine Wellness

Starting this Sunday, January 14, I am back in the greenhouse at Heeman's for the Winter Wellness series!

Bring your tea cup and yoga mat to join me on Sundays at 2pm for gentle yoga to support a guided tea meditation and learn about new herbal tea plants each week that can support you through the winter season.

Running January 14 to March 10.

Registration is now OPEN! https://www.heeman.ca/events/yoga-sip-calm-connect/

Spots fill up quickly, don’t delay to start your new year with feeling rested and renewed.

Time to let go and grow: Please follow me at

I will be closing this account soon.

I am starting a new chapter with a new business name!

It was time for me to let go of what I have outgrown in my business and personal life, which are so interconnected with my soul work.

I took on my husbands last name when we married in the summer of 2022 and that felt like a new birthing and identity for me.

I needed to fully integrate my new married name in all aspects of my life.

This simple switch of my business name to my actual name Katie Jeresky, is my intention to help people find me and my business easily with my expanding services and offerings, as well as launching my published poetry book ‘Intent on Flowering’ this January 2024.

I will be shutting down soon.

I invite you to stay connected with me at my new account

Thank you so much for your support as I continue to grow, transform and live more authentically.

My heartfelt gratitude,
Katie Jeresky
xoxo

I learned to carry grief.

k.j. poetry Katie Jeresky

Take relaxation to a whole new level this winter with yoga in the greenhouse.

Join me this January 14 through March 10 for a winter wellness series.

We’ll begin with gentle flow yoga to release tension and stress, breath practices to calm the body and mind, followed by soothing restorative yoga to leave grounded and relaxed.

Please bring a pillow, blanket, and/or bolster to use for support and comfort in restorative poses.

This practice is suitable for those new to yoga, beginners and all abilities.

Registration now open! Spots fill up quickly, so book your spot soon.

Sign up at: https://www.heeman.ca/events/yoga-relax-breathe/

Now available for preorder copies!

INTENT ON FLOWERING is a collection of poems that give voice to the growing pains that precede and exist within a lifetime of deaths and the inevitable, triumphant blossomings.

Beautiful curated and hand-bound by with authors Katie Jeresky Penn Kemp and Jessica Lee McMillian Jessica Lee McMillan

Copies available via
Order at: https://rosegardenpress.ca/intent-on-flowering/

Thank you for supporting Canadian authors, writers and poets!

Starting January 14, I am back in the greenhouse at Heeman's for the Winter Wellness series!

Bring your cup and join me on Sundays at 2pm for a guided Tea Meditation and learn about new herbal tea plants each week that can support you through the winter season.

Running January 14 to March 10.

Registration is now OPEN!
https://www.heeman.ca/events/yoga-sip-calm-connect/

Spots fill up quickly, don’t delay to start your new year with feeling rested and renewed.

Cold Moon is the December Full Moon, concluding the lunar journey around the sun coming full circle. Occurring after the Winter Solstice to bring light to the darkness.

The energy of the Cold Moon, whispers us to pause, rest and reflect. Nature may appear lifeless and dead, but deep beneath the surface is brimming with life and endless potential. Just like you!

It’s in this dreamtime and rest that we can nurture new beginning to come in Spring. This is your reminder to slow down and be fully present in this season of transformation and deep internal work.

This is a magical and supportive time for meditation and solo time.

Have a peaceful night and days ahead connecting with the Cold Moon. 🌕

Blue Holiday

Be gentle with
the hearts of others

Especially while
you celebrate with joy

Many are having
a blue holiday

Sleepless nights
a loved one in hospital

Recently laying
someone to rest

A painful separation
or job loss

Grieving a beloved
person or pet
who died years ago

Grief comes
unaware of the time

By Katie Jeresky
Copyright ©️ Dec 16, 2023

I am back for Winter Wellness series! Yoga in the greenhouse at running January to March!

Join me on Sunday afternoons for two classes starting January 14th to relax, unwind and find your zen among an oasis of plants.

2pm - Tea Meditation & Yoga
3:30pm - Restorative Yoga

Registration is now OPEN!
Spots fill up quickly, don’t delay to start your new year with feeling rested and renewed.

Sign up at: https://www.heeman.ca/events/

A sneak-peek at my nature poetry featured in Intent on Flowering!

An anthology book curated by

A beautiful collection of poetry and writings by Katie Jeresky, and Jessica Lee McMillan.

Pictured: Poem by Katie Jeresky Pilgrimage to Compassion.

Stay tuned - copies will be available for sale soon!

Winter Solstice Blessing

May you find peace in the promise of the solstice night

That each day forward is blessed with more light

That the cycle of nature, unbroken and true

Brings faith to your soul and well-being to you

Rejoice in the darkness find rest

And may the days that follow be abundantly blessed

-Author Unknown

Sharing a traditional solstice blessing with all beings.

When Snowflakes Fall

In the dead of winter
the land lies still

Snowflakes make
music as they fall

Slow and soft
fast and loud

Weaving between
bare branches

Melting on my tongue
whirling through my hair

Bouncing off my cheeks
resting on my glove

Delicate details
tiny ice sculptures

Each one unique
born of sparkling stardust

A fluffy white blanket
covers the land

Snowflakes are where
fairies dance in winter

Hushing the howling winds
a sweet melodic harp plays

If you listen closely
you can hear them singing

The Winter Solstice is here
when the land lies still

The year ends
and the next cycle begins

It’s the season to dream
and in Spring awake renewed

Copyright ©️ Katie Jeresky
December 12, 2023

A few inspiring books and a poem for hibernating this winter.

Hibernating in winter
resting in a cozy chair
wrapped in a blanket

eyes fixed to the pages
a cup of warm tea
piles of books at my feet

exploring new worlds
dreaming and writing
a new version of me



Copyright ©️ Katie Jeresky Poem Hibernating.

Be gentle with
the hearts of others

Especially while
you celebrate with joy

Many are having
a blue holiday

Sleepless nights
a loved in the hospital

Recently laying
someone to rest

A painful separation
or job loss

Grieving a beloved
person or pet
who died years ago

Grief comes
unaware of the time

By Katie Jeresky
Copyright ©️ Dec 16, 2023

Are you feeling burnt out, tired or stressed? This season invites us to rest. I know I am sensing the need to slow down, breathe and sip warm herbal tea. I welcome you to join me this Sunday. (just 1 spot left!)

We’ll celebrate the Winter Solstice honouring this time of quiet reflection, dreamtime, wintering of the soul and tending seeds that will bloom in Spring.

While you lay cozy by the fire I will sing and play soothing sounds to relax your body and calm your mind. We’ll end with full cups of tea and journaling, taking in the meaningful gifts of the season.

See you at the this Sunday!

Visit link to register:
https://momence.com/s/97621871

Lessons of compassion. Verse from my poem, titled Pilgrimage to Compassion in the upcoming new Anthology Book Intent on Flowering, curated and printed by Rose Garden Press ❤️

That is my first mistake
to compare, to look outward
Compassion is
an inward journey

Copyright ©️ Katie Jeresky & Peaceful Pine Wellness

A verse from my poem titled Fortress Walls.

A fortress of walls
around the heart
love doesn’t stop
but it does fall

Copyright ©️ Katie Jeresky & Peaceful Pine Wellness

Reflecting on this beautiful year and all the moments I treasured. Thank you all for being a part of my journey this year. I can’t wait to turn the page to discover the new year!

In community
being of service to others
quality time with family
breakthroughs
the smell of pines
singing and drumming
sharing herbal tea
walking barefoot
the call of the loon
tasting the flowers
feet in the river
poetry writing
forest walks
herbal sisters
kayaking on the lake
watching sunsets
so full of magic
my cup is overflowing

Wishing you love and peace.
Katie Jeresky of Peaceful Pine Wellness 🌲💗🙏

Can’t keep this book down, If Women Rose Rooted by Sharon Blackie.

Quote: “The land certainly had no expectations of me. For the first time in my life I didn’t have to perform, to excel at anything. I simply sat among other living things I shared place with, paying attention, and began to catch a glimmer of what it might possibly be like to just sink seamlessly into the world around you - to really live as if you were a part of it.” pg 146

A verse from my poem titled Sunset Love Letter.

Sunsets are
love letters
from the sun
to the moon

I am excited to announce this beautiful course I’ll be facilitating this Spring along with and To learn more about the course and upcoming Info Sessions please visit: https://www.amongthetreesforesttherapy.com/?fbclid=PAAabZ5Ne-E6nDQM32o5VqKRTyxwmKpk12ak12NxM-PfZasepqFAd01Ti9Bk4_aem_Acb3eBgyaQA5U19PDPoRgLY3QRxsaAUKoy6bM7FA3uqmb8iwWAIFxYDMJKYGdN8ghl4

NEW Poem: There is Magic

slow down
wander
look deeply

be lost
in a moment
of awe

there is magic
hidden beauty
to all who seek

and stories told
by the wind
in the trees

New Poem: “There is Magic”
by Katie Jeresky copyright ©️ Peaceful Pine Wellness

Passage from my poem titled Pilgrimage to Compassion.

Stay tuned - collaborative Anthology book coming soon! Published and curated by Rose Garden Press

Copyright ©️ Katie Jeresky & Peaceful Pine Wellness

A snippet from my poem Forgiveness.

©️ copyright Katie Jeresky

Due to overwhelming response I have added a second Sound Bath on Saturday, December 9 at 6:30pm!

Don’t get caught up in the “doingness” this month. Pause, catch your breath, rest and recharge with the soulful time connecting and reflecting with the energy of the Waning Crescent (Balsamic) moon and a soothing sound bath.

The Balsamic Moon is about REST & Retreat- a time to put down the “doing energy” and invite stillness, reflection, and nourishment into your life. Also known as the waning crescent, when the moon is just a sliver. It signals the darkest time of the month is approaching with the new moon. The balsamic moon, usually lasting three and a half days before the new moon, is a potent time for REST.

Sound like just what you need?
Registration: https://momence.com/s/97938880
Space limited to 8 people - book your spot early!

Join me at Saturday, December 9th for a special moon 🌙 ritual, soothing sound bath and nourishing herbal tea.

Forgiveness

Start with a dive inward
and deep exhaling breaths

Sit quietly among the trees
allowing a softening of the heart

With the tap - tap - tap of the drum
your feet begin to lead

The wild,
the rage
unkempt emotions rise to scream
deep in the heart of the forest

Creating space to quiet the mind
the messiness of life
find the dark corners within
tenderly hold yourself with compassion

Put pen to paper

Pain, sorrow, anger
become ash in the sacred fire

Forgiveness is not
a leap
but many brave steps

- Katie Jeresky

Nature Poetry coming to print - stay tuned! Rose Garden Press

©️ copyright 2022 Katie Jeresky & Peaceful Pine Wellness

A dream of mine is coming to life - with the publication of my poetry! Yes, it’s actually happening. Thanks to Rose Garden Press

My nature-inspired poems touch on the light and dark moments of life by exploring compassion, grief, forgiveness, love and curiosity.

My nature connection journey been transformational and deeply healing. My time in the forest awakened my creative writing, and while I sat among the moss-covered trees, pine cones and oak leaves listening to birdsong these very poems were birthed.

I am delighted (over the moon happy) to share my poetry with you, and give them wings to send them out to the world!

I am honoured and humbled to have my poetry accompany the works of two talented women authors, Penn Kemp of (London, Ontario) and Jessica Lee McMillan of (New Westminster, BC).

This is a remarkable collaboration curated by Rose Garden Press, for their Fall 2023 Anthology handprinted book.

My deepest and heartfelt gratitude to Michelle Arnett and Michele Vanderwal of Rose Garden Press for this opportunity and for believing in me. Thank you!

Printed copies available soon - stay tuned!