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Luxurious Lavender Milk Bath

The best kept secret of the farmer’s daughter is the milk bath.  Ancient Roman noblewomen and even Cleopatra were reputed take milk baths.  If this sounds strange to you, it’s…

DIY Toner

Using a toner in your am/pm skincare routine can be a helpful step as long as you are not drying your skin or putting unknown harsh chemicals on it.  Witch…

Waldorf Salad

  Waldorf salad was a favorite of mine while growing up.  Super simple!  Chopped  apples, chopped celery, chopped walnuts mixed with Miracle Whip and cane sugar to taste!  Yuuuuuumy!  According…

Sugar Plum Fairy Diffuser Blend

A Budget-Friendly Gift for Anyone

  Need a quick and budget-friendly gift that the recipient will love?   Fill an empty, new plastic drink container with bath salts or a foot soak. ( I put…

Dairy-Free Pumpkin Spice Creamer

Teachers rejoice!  You can now make a delicious and healthy pumpkin spice creamer for you to enjoy all fall!  Bring it to the next teacher pot-luck and wait for the…

Autumn Herbal Tea

  This is a fabulous tasting fruity, spicy tea and herbal as well.  Very relaxing for the afternoon or to take with honey and lemon.  Available from Trader Joe’s seasonally.…

Crayon Organization for Teachers

As we all know, the wonderfulness of a new box of crayons wears out in the art classroom in about, say one day!  The boxes get shabby and even with…

Hunger-Taming Gingerade

A Recipe for Sleep

Sleep is when the body takes the time to repair and heal.  Try these heavy-duty essential oil recipes for the diffuser or roller bottle in order to promote a good…