I recently taught an essential oils class at a local library in New Hampshire. Since it is the month of May, I kept it themed towards the approaching summer. Attendees made two sprays to support them in the warmer months: A Pest Deterrent Spray and an After Sun Spray. Make-and-Takes are my preferred choice of… Continue reading Two Outdoor Sprays: Deterrent and After Sun
Tag: outdoors
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
Itch Be Gone
They're an unfortunate hallmark of summer. Despite coating yourself with insect repellent, one is bound to overcome the barrier. And you end up with an itchy bug bite! The bug bite that is 100x more irritating at night when you're trying to sleep! This roller stops itch and soothes the skin. It's so easy to… Continue reading Itch Be Gone
A View From A Kayak
For six summers now, I have the opportunity to paddle peacefully on Ossipee Lake off the shores of Camp Nellie Huckins in Freedom, New Hampshire. As one of the camp nurses, I spent 4 weeks here with my daughters (who are also campers!) at this all-girls garrison which has been operating for over 90 years.… Continue reading A View From A Kayak
Go Outside and Play
I confess my love of the outdoors started as a slow process. Envision a boulder taking its first few revolutions down a grassy slope. At the start, it's "mass times velocity" equation results in a slower pace. As it rolls further down the hill, it gains more momentum, until it is barreling down at… Continue reading Go Outside and Play
The Pink Lily Pad and Two Tadpoles 