Such a great resource to understanding Essential Oils and Herbs. We love using both in my family for different things ... Check it out:
http://www.learningabouteos.com/index.php/2014/09/19/herbs-or-essential-oils-which-one-should-i-choose/
Sunday, September 21, 2014
Herbs or Essential Oils - Which Ones Should You Use?
http://www.learningabouteos.com/index.php/2014/09/19/herbs-or-essential-oils-which-one-should-i-choose/
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
10 Must Have Essential Oils for Children
Yes, the title says "Young Living" Essential Oils. But, I do not recommend DoTerra or Young Living - mainly because of the cost (very expensive) and I have found other sources that provide pure Organic essential oils that I use on my family. The company is called Mountain Rose Herbs and you can find them online. Great resource for oils and herbs.
If you have questions about Essential Oils, please let me know. I would LOVE to help! :)
* Created by Healing Lotus Aromatherapy 2013
If you have questions about Essential Oils, please let me know. I would LOVE to help! :)
* Created by Healing Lotus Aromatherapy 2013
Sunday, April 27, 2014
Healthy Bleach Alternative
Hello Ladies,
Thanks so much for coming to our first Essential Oils class! Thanks for all the questions and feedback … we are SO excited that you all are so excited! :) Juanita asked about a healthy bleach alternative … and here ya go:
Thanks so much for coming to our first Essential Oils class! Thanks for all the questions and feedback … we are SO excited that you all are so excited! :) Juanita asked about a healthy bleach alternative … and here ya go:
Want to make your own natural, non-toxic bleach alternative? Great! And you’re in luck, because it’s super easy!
Just mix: 3 quarts fresh water (spring water is best) with 1/4 cup lemon juice (fresh is best, but the bottled stuff works in a pinch) and add 1 cup hydrogen peroxide (the kind that you find at the drugstore).
We store it in a half gallon glass jar for use in the laundry (adding about 1 1/2-2 cups per load of whites) and in a spray bottle for cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms.
It smells fresh and clean and doesn’t contain harmful ingredients or create toxic fumes. Remember, clean doesn’t smell like chemicals- chemicals smell like chemicals!
Want a color-friendly version? Sub white vinegar for the peroxide. You might still want to test it on a smaller load or with certain fabrics, but I’ve found it to be pretty universal.
This recipe was taken from: http://www.realfoodwholehealth.com/2012/07/how-to-make-your-own-non-toxic-bleach-alternative/
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Praying for Your Husband!
A little post written by my sister in law - Katie Hartfiel. I have been meaning to share, but just didn't sit down to write it. Here ya go:
Several months ago Steph and I were having a conversation about how much we suck (I think a lot of our good ideas come from conversations about how we suck). We were talking about how bad we are at finding personal prayer time and how we hardly (if ever) pray for our husbands. Well after thinking about this for awhile I had some thoughts that I sent her... Over the last few days I thought about how we suck extra because we should've also shared these thoughts with you. So... better late than never.
Basically, I was thinking about how I don't have time to pray. Even my prayer time at Mass consists of someone crawling all over my face. I think the last time I heard the readings was 2008. Anyway,I realized that I try to give God my extra time that I have left over... which is basically none. I got to thinking about Cain and Abel, and how God asked them to give a tenth of their earnings to Him. Cain gave what he had left over, whereas Abel gave his first fruits, the very best of his crops. So, since I don't have a job, all I have to give is myself. Steve Bollman says, "how you spend your time is how you spend yourself." So I decided I needed to start giving my first fruits of my time alone- which is limited. So I started tithing nap time. I told Steph and she started doing the same. So during nap time I usually have about 2 hours to myself. So ten percent of 2 hours is just 12 min- which is a no brainer. So as soon as I lay Clare down, I walk out and
see laundry to be folded, e-mails to be answered, dinner to be prepped etc etc. but BEFORE I do any of that, I sit down with my Bible and journal and give God the first fruits of my most prized possession- nap time. So what Steph and I did, was get a 3 subject notebook. One section is for Mark, and the other two are for Maria and Clare. I set my timer for 12 min and then I just google a verse for one of them. It might be, Scripture to know God's love, or for protection or peace, or for his eyes, body, HEART, etc. I write that verse at the top of the page and then journal about that verse for the rest of the time. When the timer goes off, I almost always keep writing for a bit. It goes by so fast. I have found that it has really opened me up to God's Word and helped me to feel like I am doing more of what I am supposed to be doing as a wife and mother.
Because this has been such a blessing to us, I thought it was worth sharing. Don't feel like I am pressuring you into doing this as well, I simply wanted to share with you just in case it was something that could help!
Steph and I periodically e-mail one another the verses we are praying for our husbands and kids. If this is something you'd like to join us in, let me know. We'd love to hear your verses and share with you as well.
Happy Easter!!!!!
Several months ago Steph and I were having a conversation about how much we suck (I think a lot of our good ideas come from conversations about how we suck). We were talking about how bad we are at finding personal prayer time and how we hardly (if ever) pray for our husbands. Well after thinking about this for awhile I had some thoughts that I sent her... Over the last few days I thought about how we suck extra because we should've also shared these thoughts with you. So... better late than never.
Basically, I was thinking about how I don't have time to pray. Even my prayer time at Mass consists of someone crawling all over my face. I think the last time I heard the readings was 2008. Anyway,I realized that I try to give God my extra time that I have left over... which is basically none. I got to thinking about Cain and Abel, and how God asked them to give a tenth of their earnings to Him. Cain gave what he had left over, whereas Abel gave his first fruits, the very best of his crops. So, since I don't have a job, all I have to give is myself. Steve Bollman says, "how you spend your time is how you spend yourself." So I decided I needed to start giving my first fruits of my time alone- which is limited. So I started tithing nap time. I told Steph and she started doing the same. So during nap time I usually have about 2 hours to myself. So ten percent of 2 hours is just 12 min- which is a no brainer. So as soon as I lay Clare down, I walk out and
see laundry to be folded, e-mails to be answered, dinner to be prepped etc etc. but BEFORE I do any of that, I sit down with my Bible and journal and give God the first fruits of my most prized possession- nap time. So what Steph and I did, was get a 3 subject notebook. One section is for Mark, and the other two are for Maria and Clare. I set my timer for 12 min and then I just google a verse for one of them. It might be, Scripture to know God's love, or for protection or peace, or for his eyes, body, HEART, etc. I write that verse at the top of the page and then journal about that verse for the rest of the time. When the timer goes off, I almost always keep writing for a bit. It goes by so fast. I have found that it has really opened me up to God's Word and helped me to feel like I am doing more of what I am supposed to be doing as a wife and mother.
Because this has been such a blessing to us, I thought it was worth sharing. Don't feel like I am pressuring you into doing this as well, I simply wanted to share with you just in case it was something that could help!
Steph and I periodically e-mail one another the verses we are praying for our husbands and kids. If this is something you'd like to join us in, let me know. We'd love to hear your verses and share with you as well.
Happy Easter!!!!!
Monday, March 3, 2014
MENU!
Ohhhhh the dreaded … WHAT DO I COOK TONIGHT!?!?! One thing that helps keep me sane is making a PLAN! I love plans. But sometimes have a hard time starting to make the plan. My goal each Sunday is to make a meal plan for the week. If I can accomplish that … the week goes by much smoother.
And this little baby is a LIFESAVER! If you can see clearly what you are having that night for dinner, you can put it in the crockpot, take it out of the freezer or whatever you need to prepare ahead of time.
This is my plan for this week. Ash Wednesday is no meat and Friday. I LOVE crock pot meals - so Wednesday will be in the crock pot and Sunday. I will also double those recipes to have leftovers. The black bean soup is a new recipe I just came across. See below.
Thanks to Crockin Girls!
1 onion chopped
1 celery chopped
2-3 carrots chopped
8 cloves garlic minced
4 tbsp chili powder
2 tbsp cumin
4 (15 oz) cans veggie broth
1 can corn
2 cans black beans
Put everything in Crock Pot on low for 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours.
* Note: I will add more veggies and more black beans. Will also probably add minced kale blend or spinach. This would be a great soup to hide lots of veggies.
I need to get a smaller marker for my menu planner, so if you can't read it:
Crock Pot Chili
Homeade Pizza (adding lots of greens pureed in the pizza sauce)
Chicken and Veggie stir fry
Black Bean Soup
Spaghetti Squash with Marinara Sauce (may add ground beef if it's on sale)
Grilled Fish with Asparagus
Steak and Baked Sweet Potato
Enjoy!
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Wow.
Great reminder .... Your Life is Epic.
http://theorganicmomma.com/
And a fun little recipe. Your can also do "pink" ice cream with frozen strawberries, or blue/purple with blueberries. Kids LOVE it!
http://theorganicmomma.com/
And a fun little recipe. Your can also do "pink" ice cream with frozen strawberries, or blue/purple with blueberries. Kids LOVE it!
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