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I know it has been a while since I have been on here. February has been a full month with visits to my son's specialists in Dallas, two birthdays and lots of pain for my sweet boy.  Some good things are happening along the way. For some time now our family has been trying to clean up out eating. We are eating less and less processed food and heavy meats, while we increased seafood, and fresh fruits and vegetables. You can read about the beginning of this journey here  Simple Does Not Mean Easy I know it's basic stuff and we are still striving. Some family members struggle more than others. If you were to look in on us you would see the lines are drawn boys vs. girls. My oldest has been doing the best, as she cut out all meat, sodas, and most processed foods. She loves seafood and vegetables. My other daughter is also a very healthy and wise eater, and more disciplined about exercise.  The whole family has been trying to get this one area right be...

Have you heard how wonderful Vitamin C serum is for fine lines, discoloration, and boosting collagen? I am hitting that certain age where fighting the onset of aging in my skin is vital.  I don't wear much make-up, but I have invested in all kinds of skin care products in my life. In The past two years, I have had a major shift in my approach to all the products I ingest or apply to my body. I like to make my own products! I have always been a DIY-er.  The best part is having control of what goes into it, and it saves so much money!  WARNING! If you have sensitive skin this can cause redness and burning. After all, vitamin C is citric acid. I used an empty essential oil bottle. Using a dark bottle is important to keep the sunlight from affecting the serum. Also, the Citric acid has a short shelf life once it is mixed with any liquid. So a  small batch is best. It is so easy you won't mind making it every week or two. Combine: 1 tsp Vegetable Glyce...

Click the Young Living Essential Oil Tab above to see the promotion for February 2016. It will make your heart happy! In addition to the regular promotion, starter kits are 10% off in February! (excludes the rainstone kit)

I had a few friends over to talk oils! This wasn't a typical class or party but I still did a little prep work besides the research on oils I always do.  This is my dining table. At one end I set up little cups with a cotton ball and a drop of oil for a little guessing game. I provided slips to fill out and pens. If I have a large gathering I will do a little prize for the one who gets the most right.  In the center are the oils we will be discussing that night. I was having just a few ladies so I kept it informal and we sat around the table and talked. When I have a big gathering I set up  in the living area with more of a display. The nice thing about us all around the table is they can easily pick up and smell the oils and it prompts questions.   I always use oils that are everyday plants. This week I used geranium, basil, oregano, dill, peppermint, orange, and lavender.  Snack are important too. I usually do a fruit and cheese board, wit...

Click the Young Living tab and see what the new line of oils is all about! 

If you are in my area, I will be doing some oil classes. See the schedule here  Got-Oils? website .

A few of my sewing students are making jelly roll quilts. Click the   Create and Craft   tab   or the picture below to see step by step pictures of the process. I will update soon with part 2.