Here is a simple softner for your skin. All you need are: 1 slice of lemon, 1 cup of boiling water, 1 T. oats, 1 ripe banana, 1/2 T. almond oil or olive oil, 1/2 T. glycerin. Place the lemon in the cup of water and steep for 1/2 hour. Mix 4 T. of lemon…Read more »
Dog Shampoo
If you’re a dog owner, you know they can get quite ripe at times. Here is a simple shampoo recipe to make your dog feel and smell much better. Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain liquid soap such as castile 1/4 cup distilled water 5 drops of Patchouli essential oil 10 drops of Cinnamon essential oil 10…Read more »
The True Story of St. Nickolaus
In 200 AD, Nickolaus was ordained Bishop of Myra, Turkey. He was credited with good deeds and miracles. The poor children of Myra left their shoes by the front door of their homes at night in hope that Bishop Nickolaus would leave food in them. One of his many legends tells of three young girls…Read more »
Natural Insect Repellant
Are you tired of pesky mosquitoes or other biting insects? Then use this recipe. You will need 8 oz. of almond oil, 1/4 teaspoon of lemon essential oil, 1/4 teaspoon of eucalyptus essential oil, and 1 teaspoon lavender essential oil. In a glass bowl, add all ingredients and stir together. Pour into a mister bottle…Read more »
Safe Blush
Did you know in ancient times, women used natural ways to add color to fabric and as make-up? The Madder root dates back 5,000 years used as a dye in linens. It was also fed to sheep to dye their wool. In Ireland, women piled a paste of simmered madder roots on their fingernails to…Read more »
Natural Eyeliner
Did you ever wonder how Cleopatra made her famous eyeliner? It only takes a few ingredients to have magnificent eyes like hers. Combine 1 Tablespoon of Argan oil, 1/2 teaspoon of kaolin clay, and 1/2 teaspoon activated charcoal together. Using a funnel, put the mixture inside a tubular container. Apply with a small brush. Most of the ingredients…Read more »
Homemade Eye Shadow
Did you ever look at the prices of cosmetics today and wish you knew how to make your own? Well, I have the recipe for eye shadow. You’ll need 1/2 teaspoon arrowroot powder & 1 teaspoon dried colored powder. You can find these ingredients at an aromatherapy store or craft supply store. I’ve heard rice flour mixed with a…Read more »
Wolf hatred has spread west to Washington State
Wolf hatred has spread west to Washington State.
Antifreeze in Our Food!
I was shocked to find out that certain food companies have been using antifreeze in their products for things like thickeners. What you say? Yes, that’s correct. Betty Crocker is a huge culprit as well as a few other major companies. Read your ingredients before buying these products. It will be disguised as propylene glycol which is…Read more »
Promote A Healthier Ocean
We are all responsible to keep our waters free from pollution. The majority of the world is surrounded by water, yet how many times have humans endangered the ocean with their carelessness? And it’s not just oil spills and toxic waste from ships. What we do on land also affects the ocean and it doesn’t have…Read more »