Both the Elder flower, and the elderberry can be used in a variety of herbal remedies. They can be used both as a preventative to strengthen the body and shorten the duration of a cold. They can also be used to treat the symptoms of a cold or flu, though the berries tend to be more effective against the flu than the flowers are. Elder flowers and elderberries can be used to treat asthma, and some allergies as well. They are good for lowering fevers. And they can be used to cause the body to sweat our liquids and eliminate metabolic waste. They can also be used as a laxative to help with constipation.
When used topically, they can reduce pain and swelling in joints caused by some forms of arthritis as well as to stop bleeding. This herb can be made into a gargle or mouthwash that will help relieve the pain of a toothache. When made into a tea, it has a calming effect. This means that it can be used to help reduce stress. Elder flowers and elderberries are a gentle herb that is safe to give to children. And since both the flowers, and the berries have a sweet flavor, this herb is often a preferred remedy for the ailments it can treat.
Seira paused in her reading long enough to stand and stretch her muscles so that they wouldn't cramp up on her. Then she settled back down to take notes on what she had just read.
"Are you reading the book that Doctor Aldrebran asked us to study before our next session in the infirmary?" Seri asked curiously.
Seira nodded. Seri sat next to her so that she could read too. As they got back to work, Seira began to hum softly. Doing so helped her to focus better, and she really wanted to learn this.
Eucalyptus is an herb that can be used in a variety of remedies. It is effective for treating a number of respiratory problems including colds, coughs, runny noses, sore throats, asthma, nasal congestion, bronchitis, and sinus problems. Eucalyptus is especially good for asthma. When used as an essential oil, massaging a few drops of the oil onto the patient's chest, and the soothing effect of the aroma and vapors will calm the throat and dilate the blood vessels. This will allow more air into the lungs and make breathing easier.
Eucalyptus oil has a a cooling and refreshing effect. It is a stimulant, so breathing in the scent of eucalyptus can remove exhaustion and mental sluggishness as well as rejuvenating the spirits of those who are sick. It can also help to relieve stress. Massaging eucalyptus oil on the surface of the skin in a circular motion will help to relieve joint and muscle pain and stress. Eucalyptus essential oil is also very effective against cavities, dental plaque, gingivitis and other dental infections. Eucalyptus oil is also used for treating fevers, and reducing body temperature. Another common name for it is “fever oil” for this reason. It works especially well when combined with peppermint oil, and sprayed on the patient's body as a mixture of a deodorant and a temperature reducer.
Eucalyptus can also be used for healing wounds, ulcers, burns, cuts, abrasions and sores. When used as a salve, it is also good for treating insect bites and stings. In addition to soothing the affected area, it also protects the open wound or irritated area from developing infections from exposure to the air.
The herb has qualities that makes it a bug repellent. It can also be used as a treatment for getting rid of lice. When used topically, it is good for treating skin infections, and increasing blood circulation. It makes a good room freshener, especially in a medical clinic or hospital because it kills germs that can cause dangerous infections. Eucalyptus oil has a pleasant aroma, so it is often used in soaps.
Seira remembered that the infirmary often smelled like something fresh, and she wondered if the people who worked there were using eucalyptus as a room freshener in order to kill germs. The two girls quickly jotted down some notes before returning to their studying.
Sage is a seasoning that is often used in cooking, but it can also be used in herbal remedies. It can be used to treat sore throats, coughs, fevers, and sinus congestion. As a gargle, it is good for gingivitis and sore gums. When used topically, it can help to eliminate body odor, and ease muscle aches, as well as the itch of insect bites. Pregnant women and nursing mothers should not use this herb because it can dry up their milk. But when it comes time to wean a child, even this can be a benefit as it helps to deal with the ache of breasts when they are full of milk. Older women can use it to help with relieving hot flashes, and women with heavy menstrual cycles can use it to slow heavy menstrual bleeding.
Seira paused to take some more notes. When she finished doing so, she began to sing what she had just written. By putting the information she wanted to learn into a song, it was easier for her to remember. Seri stared at her for a long moment, but after a while, she got Seira's hang drum, and began to play while Seira sang. At first, she just sang the words she had written down, but after a while, she began to create silly "teaching" songs out of the knowledge she was trying to learn rather than simply singing her notes word for word. It was a lot of fun, and more importantly, it helped Seira to really get a grasp on the information she had just read. Before long, Seri was singing too, and it became a bonding experience for the twins as well as a study session.
One moment, Seira was studying and singing with her twin sister. In the next, she heard the gentle tinkling of a bell. Seira fell silent as she listened to the sound, and tried to figure out what had made it. Then all of a sudden, she was standing on a beautiful beach. Snow covered everything except for the golden sand that she stood on. Confused, she whirled around, searching for her twin. There was no sign of her anywhere, but there were two other people with her, one of which she recognized as Saoire. As soon as she saw Saoire, the rising fear she felt quickly died.
As Seira began to relax, she took in the beauty of the place that she found herself in. She had never been anywhere even remotely like it. Saoire welcomed her and the other woman before introducing them to a friend of hers. That friend was a five foot tall golden retriever who introduced himself as Dared. Seira stared at him for a few bits in surprise before she was quickly distracted from the shock of meeting a talking bipedal dog when Saoire explained that they were there because she had a gift to give the other woman, who was apparently called Elisabeth.
Saoire gestured as she spoke, and as she did so, Seira could see that yes, the gifts she had gotten the strange urge to buy were in fact laying in the sand nearby. There was one giant box that would be quite heavy if Elisabeth were to try and pick it up. The other was a smaller box The lid had holes in it that were too small to see through. Holes that looked suspiciously like air holes. And anyone thinking that that was what they were might have their suspicions confirmed when the box began to rock back and forth in the sand.
"So you're the person that I was buying these gifts for?" Seira asked curiously.
"Well...I only bought what is in the larger box. I found the other one. I hope that you like them." Seira said sincerely.
Seira watched the rocking box for a few trills before turning back to Elisabeth.
"You might want to open that one first." Seira said with a smile as she gestured at the box that was rocking back and forth.
Gift
The larger box is a large wooden crate containing two somewhat smaller boxes, one of which is long and narrow. All three are wrapped with blue wrapping paper and have purple bows. The long narrow box contains a masterwork + quality longsword made out of Adamantite. The second box within the crate contains a masterwork + quality set of tier 8 armor armor. One of the two ingots that went into its making is Malorite and the other is Tienite. In the smaller box, Elisabeth will find a
Nekosani kitten 
