Elijah Broke the Gate: Performance Pieces About Child Loss Paperback Edition
This book aims to shine a light on the spiritual, mental, and emotional impact of miscarriage, stillbirth, and abortion on women and offers support and community during the recovery journey.
Click this: Video Excerpt From the Book
Additional Authors:
D.L Jackson
Camari Hawkins
T. Bell
James Richardson
Christina Richardson
Medicine Crafts Collective - Virtual Beginner: Home Herbalist (Pre-Registration)
Pre-register for the virtual Ancestral Apothecary Level 1: Home Herbalist course launching May 1, 2026. Learn the foundations of ancestral and evidence-based herbalism at your own pace. Earn your Home Herbalist certification and become eligible for the in-person intermediate class. Taught by JC Jackson, M.S. Clinical Herbal Medicine candidate, Notre Dame of Maryland University. Access details will be sent to your email before within 24 hours of purchase.
We Rest as Reparations — A Guided Journal by JC Jackson
We Rest as Reparations: A Guided Journal for Black Women Who Are Ready to Rest
by JC Jackson · 350+ pages · Available in paperback and hardcover ·
For every Black woman who has been told she is strong, capable, and tired — this journal is your permission slip.
We Rest as Reparations is more than a book. It is a sabbath disguised as a journal. Rooted in Leviticus 25 and the biblical sabbath year given to the land, this 350+ page guided experience invites you into a season of stillness, softness, and return.
Because the truth is simple: rest is not self-care. Rest is reparations.
For generations, Black women have carried what they were never meant to carry alone. Our grandmothers worked without sabbath. Our mothers were told their tired was a flaw. We inherited their exhaustion before we inherited anything else.
This journal is how we break the line.
Inside you'll find:
- 350+ thoughtfully designed pages of guided prompts, scripture reflections, and space to breathe
- Original herbal monographs pairing rest practices with plant medicine — chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, and more
- Rotating affirmations and scripture pages woven throughout, so every flip-through is a small act of return
- A dedication and closing benediction written in JC's own voice, for the women in your line who couldn't sit down
This journal is for you if:
- You have ever felt guilty for resting
- You carry tired that doesn't belong to just you
- You believe Black women deserve more than survival
- You want a sabbath practice that honors your body and your faith
Available formats:
- Paperback — soft cover, premium matte finish
- Hardcover — substantial weight, archival-quality binding for a journal you will keep forever
Pre-order now and your copy will ship the week of June 1, 2026. Launch celebration: Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Jesse's House Holistic Assisted Living in Houston.
Because they couldn't, we will.
Can’t make it to Houston? The journal still finds you.
To learn more about the event, the herbs, the retreat, and the rest: werestasreparations.com
Medicine Crafts Collective - Ancestral Apothecary (Beginner Level 1 In Person)
Medicine Crafts Collective: Ancestral Apothecary - Level 1 Home Herbalist
In-Person | Houston, TX ((Dates May Change)
Your herbal journey continues. These sessions of the Medicine Crafts Collective beginner cohort take you deeper into plant medicine, from designing your own scents to brewing healing teas and crafting tinctures.
Class 1 & 2 Intro , Scent & Science (Makeup Session - Tuesday, April 21 | 4-6 PM)
Design your own signature scent using essential oils rooted in ancestral healing traditions. You will learn top, middle, and base note theory, study five medicinal herbs (lavender, lemon balm, peppermint, ginger, and clove), and create two handmade products: a perfume salve and a botanical oil infusion.
Class 3: The Medicine in the Cup (Tuesday, April 21 | 6-8 PM)
Learn the art of herbal tea preparation through three traditional methods: infusion, decoction, and golden milk. You will study three new medicinal herbs (hawthorn, turmeric, and calendula), explore their research-backed healing properties, and make your own custom herbal tea blend and turmeric golden milk from scratch. You will also get an introduction to PubMed so you can find peer-reviewed research on your own.
Class 4: Tincture Making & Certificate Ceremony (Tuesday, April 28 | 6-8 PM)
In your final session, you will learn the foundations of tincture making, dive into your last set of medicinal herbs, and create a tincture to take home. The evening closes with your Level 1 Home Herbalist Foundations Certificate ceremony, recognizing 8 hours of hands-on ancestral apothecary training.
All supplies and materials are included. No experience necessary.
Taught by JC Jackson
Elijah Broke The Gate LLC, Apothecary Division
Magnesium Sigh
Experience the soothing and moisturizing power of Magnesium Sigh Body Butter, a luxurious blend designed to promote relaxation, hydrate dry skin, and support overall wellness. Perfect for festivals or daily use, it’s a natural way to care for your skin and body. Check out ooier new label!
FDA Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Ingredients
• Shea Butter
• Coconut Oil
• Beeswax
• Magnesium Flakes
• Vegetable Glycerin
• Aloe Vera Gel
• Grapeseed Oil
• Rose Powder
• Rose Essential Oil
• Lavender Essential Oil
• Vitamin E Oil
• Arrowroot Powder
Dosage
• Apply 1–2 teaspoons daily to clean, dry skin after a bath or shower when pores are open for maximum absorption.
• Each teaspoon delivers approximately 64 mg of elemental magnesium, making it safe for daily use.
Research-Based Benefits
1. Magnesium Chloride:
• Promotes muscle relaxation and reduces cramping by regulating calcium in muscle cells (Kass et al., 2017).
• Improves hydration by enhancing the skin’s ability to retain moisture (PubMed, 2005).
2. Shea Butter & Beeswax:
• Deeply hydrates while creating a barrier to lock in moisture (Lodén, 2003).
3. Aloe Vera Gel & Glycerin:
• Attracts water to the skin’s surface, keeping it hydrated and smooth (Surjushe et al., 2008).
4. Essential Oils:
• Lavender reduces stress through aromatherapy and soothes irritated skin (Koulivand et al., 2013).
• Rose oil brightens the skin while promoting relaxation.
Tender: A Ghana Experience Body Butter
TENDER is a body butter created by JC Jackson to help relieve dry, rough, uncomfortable skin while wrapping the body in the same tenderness Ghana wrapped around her heart. This jar is her love letter to Ghana, written in butters, clay, and scent.
Just as Ghana’s kindness softened the rough places in JC’s life, TENDER melts into the skin to soften rough elbows, thirsty legs, and winter‑tired hands. Mineral‑rich rhassoul clay adds a smooth, velvety finish, while Shea and cocoa butters cocoon the skin in long‑lasting moisture that helps reduce water loss and support a healthy‑feeling barrier. A calming swirl of lavender with gently warming ginger invites the nervous system to exhale, offering a soothing, cozy aroma that echoes evenings of being cared for instead of carrying everything alone.
This is a body butter for people who want their moisture ritual to feel like a love note. Earthy, elegant, and quietly restorative in the most comforting way, straight from JC Jackson’s heart to your skin.
Key ingredient benefits
• Shea butter (Butyrospermum parkii). Rich in triglycerides and unsaponifiable lipids that act as emollients and occlusives, helping decrease transepidermal water loss and improve hydration and barrier function in dry and atopic‑prone skin (Loden, 2003; Saha et al., 2019).
• Cocoa butter (Theobroma cacao). Provides additional occlusive lipids and cocoa polyphenols that support smoother, more supple, healthy‑looking skin and may offer antioxidant protection against environmental stress (Vitorino et al., 2024).
• Rhassoul clay. A North African clay naturally rich in magnesium and silica; in topical use it gently absorbs excess oil and impurities while improving skin smoothness and elasticity without harsh abrasion (Farnatchi Spa, 2023; Wellness Mama, 2019).
• Lavender essential oil (Lavandula angustifolia). Clinical and preclinical work shows lavender oil can have anti‑inflammatory, analgesic, and anxiolytic effects, supporting comfort in irritated skin and promoting relaxation when inhaled (Panahi et al., 2019; Nikura, 2024).
• Ginger essential oil (Zingiber officinale). Reviews of ginger highlight anti‑inflammatory and analgesic properties that can ease feelings of muscular and joint discomfort when used topically in appropriate dilutions (Srivastava et al., 2020; Nikura, 2023).
Directions for use:
Massage a small amount into clean, slightly damp skin until absorbed. A little goes a long way. Using more than a pea‑sized amount per area may feel lightly dewy or tacky at first; this usually settles as the butter absorbs. For best results, use daily on areas prone to dryness such as legs, arms, hands, and feet.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Do not use on broken or irritated skin. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical care, consult a physician before use.
JC's Fire Cider
JC's Fire Cider is a bold, small‑batch herbal tonic crafted to wake up your taste buds and support everyday wellness from the inside out. Sip it straight, splash it on salads, or mix it into mocktails for a fiery‑sweet kick that makes “healthy” feel fun, not fussy.
This vibrant blend is made with raw apple cider vinegar, wildflower honey, onion, garlic, jalapeño pepper, lemon juice, lemon peel, orange juice, orange peel, okra pod, prepared horseradish, ginger root, turmeric root, cayenne pepper, rooibos, sweet basil leaf, rosemary leaf, cinnamon bark, clove bud, Turkish purple sun‑dried pepper flakes, rose and butterfly pea flower.
Traditionally, these ingredients have been used to support everyday immune health, healthy digestion, circulation, and overall vitality, while providing a rich array of plant‑based antioxidants. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Elijah's Embrace
Each ingredient in Elijah’s Embrace is carefully selected for its therapeutic properties:
- Coconut Oil: Deeply hydrates and soothes irritated skin with anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Beeswax: Creates a protective barrier, locking in moisture for enhanced soothing effects.
- Vitamin E Oil: A powerful antioxidant that supports skin repair and reduces inflammation.
- Peppermint Essential Oil: Delivers a cooling sensation to ease muscle tension and improve circulation.
- Lavender Essential Oil: Promotes relaxation while reducing inflammation in aching joints.
- Clove Essential Oil: A natural analgesic with warming properties to alleviate arthritis pain.
- Arnica Oil: Reduces swelling and supports recovery from joint strain.
- Oregon Grape Root Oil: A potent anti-inflammatory that promotes joint health and eases discomfort.
This salve is lovingly handcrafted in small batches to ensure quality and care. Its formula is free from synthetic additives, parabens, and artificial fragrances, making it safe for most skin types.
Let Elijah’s Embrace be your comforting companion during moments of discomfort—a natural solution that embodies love, hope, and restoration.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Lavender Lemonade
Yummy Lavender Lemonade. One of God's recipe for rest and healing.
Ingredients: Lemon, Water, Lavender, Butterfly Pea Flower, Rose,Brown Sugar
Lavender
• Benefits: Lowers blood pressure, improves circulation, reduces anxiety, enhances mental well-being, aids sleep, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Lemon
• Benefits: Contains potassium to regulate blood pressure, supports heart health, boosts immunity, aids digestion, and detoxifies the body.
Butterfly Pea Flower
• Benefits: Rich in antioxidants, supports brain function, improves circulation, and has anti-inflammatory effects.
Rose
• Benefits: Contains antioxidants that support heart and skin health and has calming effects on mental well-being.
Brown Sugar
• Benefits: Provides energy and contains trace minerals like calcium and potassium for circulation support.
Water
• Benefits: Essential for hydration and overall bodily functions, including circulation.
Drink in Moderation: This drink will cause you to rest.