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Winter is going strong here in East Tennessee, and with a fire burning non-stop in the wood stove, the air in our home is dry—and so is my skin. One of my favorite things to do when my skin feels dry is to skip the soap in the shower (except for the important areas, if you […]

If you’re new to herbalism or healthy living, chances are you’re looking for some good books to teach you the ins and outs of this lifestyle—books that can teach you how to use herbs during times of health and sickness or how to make your daily life a bit more natural and less toxic. When […]

Hi, friends! The end of May is here, and that means I’m back with another “Things I Love” post where I share 5 of my favorite things from this past month with you. It’s always hard to pick only 5 things because every month seems to be filled with many things that I love. It’s […]

Although taking charge of your family’s health naturally sounds ideal, it’s often a slow process that requires learning and trying new things. Many times, there’s so much information out there, it’s hard to know where to start! This can lead to feeling overwhelmed and discouraged, especially if you don’t have much support where you live. […]

Have you ever wanted to make your own essential oil blend but feel totally lost on where to begin? Maybe you want to make a solid perfume with an appealing scent. Perhaps you want to make a nourishing beard oil for your husband. Or, maybe you’re looking to make a relaxing linen spray to spritz […]

Have you made hydrosols a part of your herbal apothecary yet? If not, what’s stopping you? Not only are they easy to come by, but they have tons of benefits and are safe for kids and adults to use. Plus, there are lots of practical ways to use hydrosols so you’ll never find yourself wondering […]