It’s funny… planning. I mean, you have to plan. Fail to plan and you plan to fail. But it’s funny how often I plan – so carefully,… Read more “Planting the Fall Garden… or, If You Want to See God Laugh, Tell Him Your Plans”
Tag: Holistic Health
A Fall Garden Expansion
It’s been busy around here, y’all. Like, take your breath, overwhelmingly busy. For months. Life has had one emergency after another, without a moment to stop my… Read more “A Fall Garden Expansion”
Natural Health and Healing – in the Real World
I had not one, but two situations this week where most people would run to the doctor for a once-over or an antibiotic. I ran to… Read more “Natural Health and Healing – in the Real World”
Dealing with the Garden Bounty… Canning Cherry Peppers
I’ve been overrun with garden produce, with no time to process it at all. We’ve eaten gallons of tomato soup, and various tomato based sauces. I’ve put… Read more “Dealing with the Garden Bounty… Canning Cherry Peppers”
Reducing Plastics in the Home
So, I read a series of articles about 2 weeks ago the seriously skeeved me out. The start of my trip down a microplastics rabbit hole was… Read more “Reducing Plastics in the Home”
Why I Drink Herbal Teas Every Day – and the Benefits of Holy Basil (Tulsi)
As I type this, I have a quart of Tulsi tea brewing. It’s 90 degrees outside right now, so it’s definitely getting dumped over ice when it’s… Read more “Why I Drink Herbal Teas Every Day – and the Benefits of Holy Basil (Tulsi)”
‘Me Time’ for Moms – The Importance of Self-Care
So, I was going to write an update on the herb garden… but I just couldn’t do it. I owe it. I promised it. I didn’t have… Read more “‘Me Time’ for Moms – The Importance of Self-Care”
Tinctures… and Why I Don’t Do What the Books Say
I’ve always had a hard time with authority. I’ll freely admit it. I’m stubborn. I also have a hard time following a recipe… or directions of any… Read more “Tinctures… and Why I Don’t Do What the Books Say”
Hello Pollen, My Old Friend… A Holistic Approach to Seasonal Allergies
I love living in the rural South. I really do… except for the pollen. Every year, it’s the same song and dance. The weather starts to warm,… Read more “Hello Pollen, My Old Friend… A Holistic Approach to Seasonal Allergies”
Growing Your Own Medicinal Herbs – Why Bother?
So, we already addressed what holistic health means, and the start of my own medicinal herb garden. Now I’d like to address exactly why I choose… Read more “Growing Your Own Medicinal Herbs – Why Bother?”