They say life is a combination of magic and pasta. Add good friends to the recipe and you have a great memory that makes you smile for a long time!
“Laughter is brightest when the food is good.” – Irish Proverb
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Weekend Wisdom
Judge less, accept more: Acceptance opens up doors and hearts. Let’s be more accepting and less judgmental.
Some weekend advice
Watch less, do more.
Action is the key. It’s great to observe and learn, but true growth comes from doing.
Lavender Oil
Lavender Oil is one of the most popular essential oils in the world. Because of its many uses, we consider this a must-have oil to keep at home. From encouraging peaceful sleep to soothing troubled skin and easing feelings of tension, Lavender’s calming properties can enhance every aspect of your life. Even in you aren’t immersed in the world of Aromatherapy, it’s worth keeping a bottle of Lavender Oil by your bedside. Here’s why:
- It eases symptoms of anxiety
- It helps you fall asleep easier and faster
- It promotes wound healing
The neurological benefits of lavender oil include treating depression and boosting moods. Research shows that it has the potential to treat Alzheimers disease, as well as reduce oxidative stress and improve cognitive impairment.
Pure Lavender has a Sweet, floral, and herbaceous aroma that inspires feelings of calm and relaxation. Originating in France & Bulgaria, Lavender has been an important ingredient in cleansing and calming rituals for centuries! The Romans even named the plant after its use in their bathing routines (“lava” means “to wash” in Latin). In Elizabethan times, when bathing was uncommon, lavender was used to perfume clothes and bed linens.
Some Usage Ideas:
- Evening Wind-Down: Add 3–5 drops of Pure Lavender to a warm bath or to your pillows and bedding at night.
- Healthy Skin & Hair Blend: Mix 3 drops of Lavender with a quarter-sized amount of lotion and shampoo or conditioner to promote healthy-looking skin and hair.
- Sweet Lavender Perfume Blend: Apply 2–3 drops of Lavender to your pulse points as a natural perfume.
- Relax & Moisturize Blend: Dilute 1–3 drops in your favorite lotion (such as Renew®) or add Lavender to Pure Sweet Almond Oil or Pure Fractionated Coconut Oil and apply to skin.
- Lavender Tension Release: Massage 2–5 drops of Lavender on temples, forehead, and bottoms of the feet to ease feelings of tension.
- Diffuse & Be Calm: Diffuse 3–5 drops of Lavender for a light, luxurious, and calming aromatic experience.
I pamper myself by putting a few drops of lavender oil in my bath. I love to put in on the soles of my feet as I climb into bed. I also have a lavender oil spray so I can mist on my pillows. It makes me feel like I’m in a spa!
Clorox vs. Sol-u-Guard
Just a little comparison of one of my favorite products and how it compares to brand name products.
The one on the left (Clorox)kills 99.9% of viruses when used as directed.
The one on the right (Sol-u-Guard) kills 99.9% of viruses when used as directed.
The one on the left damages your lungs akin to smoking a pack of cigarettes a day.
The one on the right has ZERO harsh chemicals and is safe to use around food.
The one on the left needs to be rinsed off before anyone touches the surfaces it was on.
The one on the right is safe on food surfaces.
The one on the left costs $14.11 for a single bottle.
The one on the right is concentrated and makes TWO bottles at a cost of $10.49.
I don’t understand why people are so loyal to the one on the left, but I DO UNDERSTAND why 20,000 Americans make the switch to my favorite store and brand each and every single month.
Products made in America.
Better.
Safer.
Cleaner.
More affordable.
Delivered to me “Amazon speed” without the layoffs.
How Healthy Are You Eating Habits?
As we wind down our vacation trip , part of me can’t wait to get back to my normal eating schedule. My body is not used to eating out for every meal. Travel destinations often offer different eating habits than we have at home and we can learn from these different styles of eating
Take time in preparing your food. From the shopping to the cooking to the plating, treat it as an art. After all, if we are going to put it into our bodies, isn’t it worth some time and effort?
Eat smaller portions.
Take more time to eat. Not only will you truly enjoy the experience and the conversation, it’s better for your digestion.
Eat with others and have fun. As Americans, we are always on the go. Family dinners are a rarity. Eating should be about enjoyment – talking, relaxing and socializing.
Eat REAL food. Use butter, not margarine. Whole Milk. No artificial sweeteners. Better ingredients contribute to tasty food that is often rich, fatty and sweet. And yet, in many other countries, including France, there are lower rates of obesity-related illnesses like cardiovascular disease. This so-called “French paradox” demonstrates that enjoying food may be conducive to health and fitness.
Why not take this week to tweak your eating habits and see how you feel at the end of the week?
Sunday musings
Take less, give more.
Giving enriches our souls, it brings out the best in us, & it creates a positive ripple effect in our world.
Thoughts for a Saturday morning
Consume less, create more. We’re not just consumers, we are creators!
We have the ability to create, change, and influence!
Let’s do it.
Essential Oil Blends
One of the fun aspects about Essential oils is that you can use individual oils, like Peppermint or Lavendar OR you can use blends. Blends are where different individual oils are combined.
One of my personal favorites is Drive. It contains a minty and citrusy combination of orange, peppermint, bergamot, rosemary, and more to awaken the senses.
I also love the “Peace and Calming” blend. It’s a blend of orange, tangerine, patchouli, and blue tansy. It is used to relax and soothe, along with promoting a calm focus. I used to defuse it in my classroom when I was teaching. Makes a world of difference!
You can blend aromas on your own, but I just buy mine. If you use oils, what is your favorite blend?
The Cleanest Clothes—Even in Cold Water
Did you know that washing your laundry in cold water helps protect bright colors and helps clothes last longer?
Washing in cold water requires 90% less energy than washing in hot water. Each household that makes the switch to cold-water washing eliminates about 1,600 lbs. of carbon dioxide emissions a year.
Switch to MelaPower with confidence. Its triple-enzyme formula is incredibly effective at removing dirt and stains in cold water.
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