This post has been on my mind for a while. We have been detoxing our home for a long time now. It's a passion of mine to know what's in the food we eat and the personal care products that we use on and in our bodies. I have a thirst for knowledge and I don't just do things because people say they are fine and good. I want to know myself. So I dig and I dig and I dig some more. And I put on my thick skin when people look at me like I'm crazy. I ...
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How to Use Essential Oils in the Summer
We are loving the long, hot Alabama days. I love this season! Y'all know I adore my essential oils. They are a must-have for an enjoyable, delicious and relaxing summer. Let me show you how! 1. Enjoy the outdoors annoyance-free! This amazing oil blend is the bomb diggity. It includes Citronella, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Myrtle, and Tea Tree essential oils!! I won't be without it during the summertime...or ever. We also use Purification to ...
How To Easily Remove Oil-Based Stain & Paint {without chemicals}
Happy Friday, y'all! Did you have a good week? Mine was busy, but wonderful. We've been spending a lot of time together as a family. Last night we went bowling and I managed to bowl over 100 for two games! Woohoo! Ridley is learning to bowl without bumper guards. :) A few weeks ago, when we were staining the doors for our bedroom, my husband got stain all over his hands. It was a mess as you can see. We don't have Go-Jo on hand although it is ...
Easy Summer Vinaigrette {with essential oils}
I'm really thrilled to share my delicious Summer Vinaigrette recipe with you today! It is a little tangy, a little sweet, a little mustardy and absolutely *perfect* for drizzling over a mixed greens salad. Everyone who has test-tasted this vinaigrette loves it! Yum! So let me tell you how to make it... [pinit count="horizontal"] Do you make your own dressings? I also have a yummy recipe for Homemade Ranch Dressing that you many ...
How To Cook With Essential Oils | Essentially Summer Recipe Series
Welcome to the Essentially Summer blog series! This is the third series that I've organized with a group of bloggers who use and adore their essential oils. You should also check out the Day in the Life of an Oiler series. It's all about how we use our oils on a daily basis. Each post is a bit different. And you may also enjoy the Detox Your Home series we did about making your own cleaners, personal and beauty care products, pet care and more! ...
My Favorite Way To Drink Water
I have a confession. I'm a little bit of a snob when it comes to what I drink. I don't drink coffee. {Gasp! I know.} I do enjoy the occasional unsweet iced tea. But it's not my first choice. I drink water. It is my favorite. I know a lot of people don't like water. I can't really fathom it, but I'm going to tell you my favorite way to drink water. It is not boring and it IS flavorful. This probably won't surprise you, but I ...