The Fragrant Note

Pin itThere is so much available about the processing of this flower, but it is the historical lore I found fascinating. Jasmine essential oil is referred to as the King of the oils and Queen of the night. [Yes, Rose is still Queen of the Oils.] Having traveled to many parts of the Middle East, [...]

Pin itThere are many things that stress us out, and fear is often at the top of the list. So many are fearful of this virus, and its complications. I prefer to be proactive in my approach to it. First, you’ll find me an advocate of the healthy diet. Eating right feeds our bodies at [...]

Pin itYes, the music is provided by a daughter (years ago) that had just learned a melody on the violin. In spite of its amateur tones, I hope you enjoy the whole video in the spirit in which it is intended. Happy Holidays!

Pin itDuring the Christmas season, peppermint is a scent that often comes to the fore. Peppermint candy canes, peppermint potpourri, peppermint in your hot chocolate! Here’s an unusual little story for you, from the Winter of 2009 What a weekend! We were doing Field Training Exercises with the Civil Air Patrol in Utah this weekend. [...]

Pin itLemon & Orange Essential Oils What a pair these two are! My daughter called me recently. She sounded terrible. She had an awful cold, and so did her husband and tiny son. ‘What can I do, mom?’ So I asked her, “Well, what oils do you have on hand?” “Um-I’ve got lemon, and orange.” [...]

Pin itBenjamin truly doesn’t like green tomatoes. This video demonstrates his solution to the problem.

Pin itIf you’ve been growing herbs this year, you may have a lot of herbal help just waiting for you-ready to assist you in dealing with the effects of Halloween. There have been many plants identified to soothe and calm your spirit, as well as keep you out of harm’s way. If you haven’t been [...]

Pin itI was chatting with my daughter, Camai, yesterday.  She said it would be nice to have feet that were warm.  I mentioned that you can put cayenne pepper in your socks and it’ll help you stay toasty.  She did it, and even kept the socks on all night.  Her feet were definitely warmer.  The [...]

Pin itBack in November of 2007, I mentioned that I found the idea of notes, over-tones, and under-tones in regard to oils very interesting because of my joy in singing barbershop harmony. Healing happens in many ways.  In addition to oils, music is well known for its uplifting properties.  There is an anonymous poem that [...]

Pin itWhen reading an article on addictions recently, the concept of addiction was brought together with science. It read that my lack of ability to steadily follow my goal toward health and fitness was influenced by Newton’s laws. Newton’s 1st law states: “Every body routines in a state of rest … unless it is compelled [...]