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As the Amaryllis begins to fade and the Cilantro begins going to seed, other herbs are at their peak in spring. The Oregano in this picture is just about at its height of wanting to bud and bloom. Keep a close eye and begin to harvest right before it wants to bud. This is when…
Body odor is something that everyone battles. There are many ways to fight it, but commercial products are not always acceptable. You might want something a little more pure and safe for you. What can you use? One solution you can try is vinegar. If you’ve used your own cleaning products for any length of…
So you’ve put a brick in your toilet tank and turned down the heat. Now you’re working on your acceptance speech for this year’s Green Living award. Not so fast – you’re not finished yet! Here are ten tips to prepare yourself and your family for a seriously green future. 1. Turn your hot water…
Do you ever wish you could know what your husband was thinking? I do, because they seem to live on a different planet. Somehow, men see the world differently than we do, and sometimes that leads to miscommunication, and gets in the way of our relationships. This can be especially true during pregnancy and parenting,…
My four- and five-year-old daughters go to a wonderful Montessori-style preschool. I had originally planned to homeschool, but my oldest daughter had some significant development delays that I was unable to address. I did not have the knowledge or training to work with her on cognitive processing and motor skill delays. And the preschool has…
Acne can ruin your life or so it seems at times. It begins with puberty and for some never ends. The biggest cause of acne is not washing your face enough but for many even that does not help the situation. Many are finding a solution with the wonderful natural product of honey. For centuries…
WILDLIFE HERBS AND PLANTS Plants that attract native wildlife such as butterflies, beneficial insects, toads, lizards, and bees are crucial for a natural garden and landscape. Diversity is the key to success. I’ve linked several articles to help you get started. * Echinacea * Wild Bergamot * Preparing for Habitats * Naturalizing Weeds and Natives STARTING…
There is a reason blood pressure is called the silent killer. It creeps up on you and can cause a heart attack or stroke with little or no warning. This means that a person needs to be alert at all times and conscious of keeping it low throughout the day. A great way to help…
Pregnancy Week 7 Even though you are not “showing” yet, the hormones of pregnancy are beginning to effect your body. Sore or tender breasts are common, especially in first time mothers, and some women will even grown a full cup size by this week. Hormones, increased blood flow, and buildup of fat tissue in the…
Creating your own garden stakes are hot this year! By using treasures found at garage sales and resale shops you can make your own for just pennies on the dollar. It’s a fabulous way to reuse old chipped plates and saucers and even tea cups. By staking them in your garden some can become an…