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Mustache-Taming strategies for the Year’

During November thousands of men put away their razors and let their facial hair grow uninhibited in support of men’s health awareness. Two of the most prominent advocates for this movement are No-Shave November and Movember, charitable organizations dedicated to raising awareness for men’s health. Are you joining in? No matter which cause you’re ditching […]

Food for all Seasons

Fresh fruits and vegetables are essential to healthy living. The colors, aromas, and tastes spice up any meal and enliven the senses. They’re also one of the best sources for the vitamins and minerals that the body needs every day. However, nobody likes mushy apples or bitter broccoli. Eating enough of these food pyramid staples […]

Karate kids and Nana

Karate kids and Nana

I never imagined that I would start learning karate when I am well settled into my 40s. Just never saw that one coming. I am not in shape (evidenced by my noodle arms). I have been sick for the last 8.5 years. Not like a little sick…more like “I am seriously struggling to live and […]

Pet Fest 2015

Pet Fest 2015

I did not know what was going to happen when I was invited to Pet Fest by Stacy Busch-Heisserer of Busch’s Pet Products in Cape Girardeau, MO. She wanted me to teach people about pets and essential oils. As usual, I am up for the adventure, so I excepted with enthusiasm! On the drive there […]

Hmm. How will we spend our money this mo...

Hmm. How will we spend our money this month?

This photo serves as an important reminder how our priorities dictate our spending.  We prioritize the nutrition in homemade food above convenience.  We prioritize spending daily time with our kids over occasional vacations.  We prioritize independence in healthcare using a medical sharing program instead.  We prioritize essential oils to keep pur health top notch.   What […]

Live in Peace

Live in Peace

It is strange but I do not remember bickering incessantly with my younger brothers. It was easy to live in peace. I was right; they were wrong. I don’t remember arguing the details with them. I bet they had different memories of a bossy older sister though.  Earlier this year, our 12 year old son […]

Boosting immune system

Boosting immune system

One of the really cool ways that we use the essential oil’s is on the feet. The pores on the feet are quite large and so it is especially easy for essential oils to enter the body. According to everything I’ve read, it takes 20 minutes for the oils on the feet to be everywhere […]

Convention Day Two

Convention Day Two

We started the day with an upbeat note, excited to get started, and to sweeten the deal our hotel had packed us a brown bag lunch!     Now, I’m pretty new to Texas. They say dry heat is different–you don’t sweat… Ha! It is hot!   After registration we all did a bit of shopping.     […]