When I say I haven’t been this excited about lip balm… …I mean, I haven’t EVER been this excited about lip balm! Earlier today — when I was formulating this new creation — I knew right away that I had to share the recipe with you. And trust me when I say that this is the… Continue Reading
Archives for November 2012
How to Make a Homemade Turkey Stock
With Thanksgiving behind us… …I’m sure your refrigerator is full of leftovers — just like mine! And in an effort to have a “no waste Thanksgiving” homemade turkey stock is most definitely on the agenda. Here’s how I’m doing it… Homemade Turkey Stock Ingredients leftover turkey bones, organs, and neck 4-5 whole onions, quartered 5-6… Continue Reading
How to Dye Hair Using Kool-Aid ~ A Picture Tutorial
There’s no need to buy hair dye from the store when you’re looking for a way to color your hair with bold, funky colors. We tried using Kool-Aid instead and the results were awesome! Here’s how it happened… Kool Aid Hair Dying Supplies 1/4 cup conditioner paint brush, optional hair brush bowls/spoons for mixing 4… Continue Reading
Herbs for Winter Health: A Recipe for Hot Echinacea Tincture
Echinacea Root is well known as one of the most powerful immune system builders and stimulators! It works by first enhancing the quantity of immune cells in our bodies and then by stimulating them to action. The benefits include… a shorter duration of colds and flu. prevention of future illnesses/infections. speeds recovery from chronic… Continue Reading
Tips on Buying an Organic, Free Range, or Local Pasture-Raised Turkey for Thanksgiving
For the last several years our Thanksgiving table has been blessed with a pasture-raised turkey purchased directly from a local farmer. In fact, we’ve grown to love all of the poultry and beef products that we receive regularly from Josh and his family! Today I’d like to share with you just a few tips on how to find… Continue Reading
Grow One: A Winter Garden
Here in our desert home — USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9/10… …the growing season is in full swing. The backyard is full of life… …and fresh food! No matter where you are… …you can grow one. Maybe it’s one winter vegetable, microgreens, or one herb plant… …whatever you choose — choose one and grow it this winter! Learn more:… Continue Reading