The Boss

I’ve been researching for my family history site and I came across something interesting. The Dutch that formed the first colonies in America had started one of the first governments. They wanted a nation not governed by royalty. The Dutch word for master is baas and it became a different connotation in the New World.…Read more »

Revive Those Puffy Eyes

Excess salt and artificial sweeteners can contribute to eye puffiness. Seasonal allergies trigger the release of histamines in the body, inflame the blood vessels, and cause swelling. Over the counter Benadryl or other antihistamines can be helpful, but here are a few tips without medications: elevate head with two pillows at bedtime ice packs over…Read more »

Milk Beauty

I found this old recipe and thought I would share it. A milk bath is the best way to achieve beauty for it whitens the skin and gets rid of that nasty brown sun color. To treat wrinkles, milk should be rubbed in a gentle massage in the direction of the wrinkles. Should a more…Read more »

Passion Tea

I found this old tea recipe that supposedly helps increase passion. Here are the ingredients: 1 pinch of rosemary 2 pinches of thyme 1 pinch coriander 3 mint leaves 1 tsp. grated lemon peel 3 pinches nutmeg 5 rosebuds 3 tsp. grated orange peel 2 tsp. black tea Put all ingredients in a tea pot. Boil 3 cups…Read more »