Combining materials Defining aromatherapy can be complicated and complex depending on who you talk to. I want to share how I have viewed aromatherapy and what is beginning to be recognized more in 2023. Aromatherapy has been around for a long time. Depending on who...
Top 15 Medicinal Herbs to Plant in an Herb Garden
Many things keep changing in our world. Most of us have turned to planting a garden. Learning a variety of medicinal herbs can expand the possibility in our gardens. Herbs are a great way to enhance your landscape and make it edible. We are re-learning the...
7 Ways Companion Animals Can Improve your Mood
Relaxing on the porch I have grown up with animals, usually a dog. I honestly can't imagine my life without a pet of some kind. As I have been growing my holistic practice I have been asked numerous times about using various products on our fur babies. As I began...
How to Deal with Tomato Hornworm
If your tomato plant seems to be disappearing overnight, you may be dealing with a tomato hornworm. Tobacco Hornworm After the first time you see the destruction that a tomato hornworm can do to your plants you will know exactly what to look for. Identifying a...
7 Edible Flowers You Can Grow Indoors
There are a variety of edible flowers you can grow indoors. Why grow them? … Having plants indoors can help brighten your mood. Plants in your home help clean the air. Also, they are a great way to add color and flavor to many dishes in the kitchen. Flowers can be...
Vesatilty and Beauty of Lilacs
This downloadable ebook provides you with a broad range of information about lilacs. The sections include: History & Lore Edible flowers - including several recipes Body Care products - including how to make themFlower Essences Medicinal Benefits Tips on Growing...
Bees and Honeybees Are Important to the Environment
Bees and Honeybees are important pollinators that exist in our environment. Unfortunately, disease, pesticides, and other factors have caused bee populations to plummet in recent years. Many people have decided to become beekeepers. When you do you become part of this...
Sage – Growing and Using Sage for Wellness
Sage in bloom When you begin planning an herb garden, make sure that sage is on the list. Sage is easy to grow and provides many benefits. This plant has a rich history and many forgotten uses. Growing The most common garden sage is Salvia officinalis. Think about...
How to Benefit From Lilacs Even After They Bloom
The arrival of lilac blooms is natures way of announcing that spring has arrived. The blooming of these shrubs is a fragrant awakening for our senses after winter. The plumes of white, pink, purple, and mauve make lilac a beautiful option for any landscape. History...
Helping Support The Animals That Comfort Us
In April 2020 I was invited to speak in a Facebook Group - Healthy Lifestyle Consumer Reviews about support for our animals. I chose the topic "Supporting The Animals That Support Us." Relaxing on the porch The pandemic has had us all facing many questions that are...