If stress is getting to you (or even if it isn't) it is time to stop and smell the roses. They really do have incredible power to help reduce stress, as they contain a chemical called linalool, a proven stress reducer. Aromatherapy is a powerful superhero against stress and herbs such as lavender and basil and fruits such as oranges, grapes and mangoes all contain linalool! … [Read more...] about Stop and Smell the Roses…and Herbs and Fruits, Too!
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Just Another Manic (and Meatless) Monday
Good morning and happy Monday. Thanks to Rita for the tip about using Epsom salt as a fertilizer. Sure enough, as you said, there were the instructions right on the back of the back. While our garden is quite weak this year, I did fertilize my two tomato plants and the "recycled" garden on the side of the house, where I plant the bottoms of the scallions and leeks. I also … [Read more...] about Just Another Manic (and Meatless) Monday
Know Your Risks
So often people run to their doctor's office (or just call) to ask for an antibiotic. In the past few years, people have been downing the Z Pack (Zithromaz) like candy from a Pez dispenser. When patients are told they don't need an antibiotic, they often get annoyed! I can't imagine any reason a doctor would not prescribe an antibiotic, unless he or she truly believes it … [Read more...] about Know Your Risks
Teach Your Parents Well…
I admit to be all over the place this morning, at least in my thoughts. What a great weekend we had with the kids and the family. In all the ways and places we can find peace, there is NOTHING like being with your adult kids and knowing that they are happy, healthy and terrific. I won't bore you with details, but I will say that when kids are small it's frustrating that they … [Read more...] about Teach Your Parents Well…
BOGO Time
With the kids coming into town this weekend, Mitch and I have been doing an awful lot of shopping. FYI Gardein products are buy one get one free this week at Publix. Of course, I had already stocked up on them, but bought some more last night. I buy the chicken tenders which I use for chicken parm and buffalo chicken "wings," but there are many varieties to choose from and … [Read more...] about BOGO Time