“Ring Worm. Many people in the district have this cure (Mrs Duignan & Mrs Miggin Coolronan, and Miss Dixon Cloneycavan). As these families are related, the cure seems to have come from the Dixon family. There is no prayer or charm with this cure, it consists of the leaves and roots of the Celandine mixed and heated on the pan and then mixed with unsalted butter, cream or other grease.”
Pádraig Mac Eocaidh, County Meath, Irish Folk Duchas
Cover art by Ursula Hodgson
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Isla Skye
Isla is an American Irish mother of 3, teacher, author and herbalist that splits her time between the states and Ireland. She has been studying folklore as well as the druids and related practices for over 20 years. Her hobbies are family time, reading, camping, hiking, spending time with her many animals as well as writing and research.