Pickles are synonymous with summer. When I taste them, I think of barbeques and warm sunshine. And if you make your own pickles, that means you can use freshly picked cucumbers, seasonally grown, and direct from a summer garden. Whether you cultivate your own garden or visit a farmers' market, those cukes you slice are… Continue reading Homemade Pickle Recipe: Save This One!
Tag: summer
Hawaii Diffuser Blends
My trip to Hawaii at the beginning of this summer with my family was so amazing. I loved every minute of it. This even includes the 11-hour plane ride from Boston to Honolulu. I literally just there and decompressed. I didn't really read, watch a program, or nap. I let it all go as we… Continue reading Hawaii Diffuser Blends
Two Outdoor Sprays: Deterrent and After Sun
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
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
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
Itch Stick Roller
The official state bird of New Hampshire is the Purple Finch. With the male on the left and the female on the right, I am inserting images of the purple finch here: Unofficially, my state has declared that it is the mosquito as the top representative with wings. I feel it is unnecessary to provide… Continue reading Itch Stick Roller
Mermaid Hair Spritz
What is mermaid hair? It's exactly what you envision when you picture these elusive aquatic creatures--long, flowing, wavy locks full of body that have been kissed by the sun and salt water. This spray captures that magical essence while standing on dry land. After bottling this hair potion, my daughter spritzes and then scrunches up… Continue reading Mermaid Hair Spritz
Warmer Weather Wear
In one of my previous posts, I described how I would like to evolve my wardrobe to contain clothing pieces that are fluid with my multiple activities of the day. With the warmer days of summer (that are rapidly diminishing!), I opt for sleeveless shirts, and mine needed a boost. The past spring, I… Continue reading Warmer Weather Wear
The Pink Lily Pad and Two Tadpoles 