"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
Category: nature
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
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
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
You Can Love Cleaning!
Our modern-day process of Spring Cleaning is deeply connected to celebrations of the Vernal Equinox of years past. As the sun continues to shine more brightly in the sky, people were ready to shake off the stagnation of winter. Cobwebs were removed from the mind and spirit, new intentions were set, energies were elevated, and… Continue reading You Can Love Cleaning!
100 Posts for the Reason Why
I came across this Lavender essential oil. There are warning labels on this bottle of Lavender. This is why I am so passionate about the use of high-quality oils. If you're making the effort to purchase and use essential oils, you want to ensure they are helping your body and mind. If you're creating a… Continue reading 100 Posts for the Reason Why
Mid-Winter’s Magic
Groundhog Day on February 2nd seems like a comical day in the United States. Did Puxatawny Phil see his shadow?! Is spring right around the corner?! And yet, a burrowing mammal is just one layer of this seemingly simple holiday. Photo by Craig Adderley on Pexels.com The Celtic traditional feast of Imbolc is celebrated at… Continue reading Mid-Winter’s Magic
Clinging to Summer
Late summer days at the beginning of September have their own vibe. I feel drawn to more earthy, warm, and woodsy scents. I found this graphic for National Park diffuser blends on the Lifesteps app. https://life-steps-assets.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/asset/file/13926/565c17cd-5c61-463a-a9b5-4a129530e3b6.jpg (Whether you are new or seasoned in using Young Living's essential oils and products, The Life Steps app is… Continue reading Clinging to Summer
A Mid-Summer’s Day Dream
The beginning of August is the celebration of Lughnasadh, one of 4 primary festivals on the Celtic calendar which were observed across Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man. The others are Samhain (harvest and winter prep); Imbolc (end of winter and lambing season); and Beltane (summer!). The Celts lives revolved around periods of light… Continue reading A Mid-Summer’s Day Dream
The Pink Lily Pad and Two Tadpoles 
