Today was my high school daughters' official first day of classes. I can't say first day of school, because last week there were freshmen orientations and senior boot camps. None of which started at the usual school morning time, so there was no need for the early alarm, and in turn, allowed them to continue… Continue reading We Make Melatonin Later!
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Sleep Struggles
Do you struggle with sleep? Do you answer "yes" to any of the following? Difficulty falling asleep? Difficulty staying asleep? Waking feeling unrefreshed in the morning? Feeling the need to nap during the day? Deal with racing thoughts at night? I have both my hands raised and waving in the air! This is my dog.....if… Continue reading Sleep Struggles
Sunflowers and Sunshine
"I want to be like a sunflower; so that even on the darkest days I will stand tall and find the sunlight." ~anonymous The sunflower blooms at the height of summer. It marks a turning of the season where you can feel the warmth of the sun changing. Mornings are cooler now and require an… Continue reading Sunflowers and Sunshine
The Turning of Summer
The Sturgeon full moon marks the turning of summer. Late summer has arrived, and the moon symbolizes the harvest beginning. Fruits are at their peak of readiness and fish are abundant as well. Photo by Johannes Plenio on Pexels.com The Lake Sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens) is a freshwater fish and was a staple for Native North… Continue reading The Turning of Summer
Simple Changes
Our yearly convention was recently held on Utah. I love convention! What a great time to bond and learn about new products, of course! Convention week always helps me recommit to educating about "ditching and switching"--helping families swap their usual household items for cleaner versions. And this bundle is STILL GOING STRONG - 6 of… Continue reading Simple Changes
Sandy Shore Roller
The color of sunshine You will have continuous beach memories when you create this roller. This is a combination of Lavender, Tangerine, and Spearmint which individually say "summer" but not "sandy." Together, however, their combination gives off plenty of shore vibes. I have been using mine frequently, so looks like I'm soon ready for a… Continue reading Sandy Shore Roller
Diffuse and De-Stress
Cortisol is a hormone released by the adrenal glands during times of physical or psychological stress. This was helpful for our ancestors when trying to recover from outrunning a saber tooth tiger. They ran, they survived, and then they rested because a recovery time is necessary to help the cortisol levels return to normal. Stress… Continue reading Diffuse and De-Stress
Glittery Glow Serum
When I turned 40, I had a revelation that my life could be half over. My thought patterns changed. I realized it was time to stop caring about others' opinions of me and what I was doing. After a few years of being bolder, however, I somehow lost that mindset. I slid back into hesitating… Continue reading Glittery Glow Serum
Rosemary for Hair Health
Have you heard? One of the latest Tik Tok sensations is a plant. Rosemary the herb has become a social media sensation because of its growing popularity in promoting hair growth and strength. Rosemary the plant is native to the Mediterranean region. When steam distilled from fresh twigs and leaves, the essential oil is pale… Continue reading Rosemary for Hair Health
Simply Citronella
Essential oils are produced by plants and are natural deterrents to bugs. I will always opt for these to avoid the use of DEET. Some of the best essential oils to keep away insects are Lemongrass, Basil, Lemon Balm, Lavender, Peppermint, and of course, Citronella. Photo by Daniel Joseph Petty on Pexels.com The EPA has… Continue reading Simply Citronella
The Pink Lily Pad and Two Tadpoles 