There are a variety of ways that we can tap into the ancient practices of using natural remedies to heal and stay healthy. Some of the techniques involved in leveraging herbal remedies include compresses, decoction, ointments, infusions, poultices, syrups, tinctures, and tonics. This article will discuss two in particular and perhaps the easiest ways to use herbal remedies...infusions and decoctions. Quite simply and infusion is a hot or cold drink made from the leaves and flowers of herbs. A … [Read more...]
Earthling Month and Whole Foods Giveaway
Attn: Giveaway at the bottom of this post! The Whole Foods market is celebrating Earth Day and beyond this year by transforming their stores into a hub for Earthings - humans inspired by the beauty and bounty of the earth. They are hoping to create a place for people to gather and share ideas for Earth friendly activities both online and in stores. In honor of this initiative they have created EarthlingMonth.com, which is a snapshot of all those participating via Twitter, Instagram, and … [Read more...]
Are You Taking Care of Your Flowers?
Remember that children, marriages, and flower gardens reflect the kind of care they get. - H. Jackson Brown, Jr. … [Read more...]
The Magic of Herbal Remedies
Many folks are afraid to dig in and try to use natural remedies because they still find it all very mysterious. Using leaves, flowers, roots, or dried herbs to heal what ails them still sounds so much like Hocus Pocus and it scares them a bit. The ingredients sounds so exotic and hard to find and they have no idea what a tincture is so why bother right? It is actually MUCH easier to get started than you think. You don't even have to be very knowledgeable or brave... you just have to start … [Read more...]
I Blog…I Rock
Do you remember that scene in American Beauty where Kevin Spacey is talking about how he just bought the car he always wanted and he lifts up his arms and says "I rule!" Well that was me today only I was saying "I rock!" :) Nell at Casual Friday Everyday is one truly awesome blogger, mom, and internet business guru. She recently received the Rockin' Girl Blogger award and decided to honor me with it as well. Her words about my blog were touching. Thanks Nell! You rock too! I am just happy … [Read more...]
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