Summer tends to be a busy season. There is gardening and food preservation and more. Be sure to do them to the best of your ability by including these summer self-care strategies in your days. Go On a Picnic We as a society have moved away from the picnic but there’s a lot to be […]
The herb garden is providing abundantly. That means I’m grateful and that I’m looking for ways to use it all up. These lemon balm drop biscuits are a tasty result of that search. Abundant Herb So many herbal recipes include just a Tablespoon or two of the fresh herb. Sometimes that is all that is […]
The world of herbal healing is large and varied. There are tinctures and salves and hydrosols and so much more. Yet one of the easiest ways to get the healthful benefits is through herbal drinks. It can be so easy to overlook the simplicity of herbal drinks. However, their healing power is likely the first […]
Every season has it’s unique challenges and ailments. Summer even in all it’s glory is no exception. Be ready with these summer herbal remedies. Sunburn Prevention is always best. Wear a wide brimmed hat, sunscreen, etc. But even the most prepared among us get a sunburn now and then. Lavender essential oil diluted in an […]
Living a simple, balanced life sounds amazing, doesn’t it? Perfectly idyllic in it’s balance of work and leisure. It also feels like the stuff of fairy tales. However, that simple balanced life can be attained with some small effort and practice. Plan for Balanced Living There’s this pervasive idea that simple living should just come naturally […]
Mint is one of the earliest and most abundant harvests from the garden. Thankfully, it’s tasty and useful. Give your herb garden dessert duty with these easy to make fresh mint brownies. Using Fresh Mint Use peppermint, spearmint, chocolate mint, any old generic mint you can find in these brownies. Chop the leaves finely to […]
