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Nature’s Apothecary

So happy to share that I received a lovely assortment of essential oils from Aroma Foundry! Essential oils are nature’s apothecary. Like a misty morning, a warm towel from the dryer, the best cup of coffee or the way the sun feels on your face, essential oils make life feel a lil’ bit more special.… Read More


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The Real Deal

Whenever I hop on a plane and leave South Florida, something happens when I arrive at my new and exciting destination. I see them. They’re everywhere! I call them REAL DEALS. They are people who age naturally with ease and grace. In Denver, Vancouver, or many other places I’ve traveled, all the seats in the… Read More


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A Sprinkle of Chives

As sure as I believe there’s a heaven above, I also know that people LOVE to add a little excitement to their dinner plate! Chives are a favorite. Possibly even parsley.   Wishes for garnishes are most commonly fulfilled by slicing and twisting lemons. Or perhaps you make ribbons from carrots or turn strawberries into… Read More


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When He Wakes, He Will Move Mountains

“Give me the beat boys and free my soul, I wanna get lost in your rock and roll and drift away”  —Dobie Gray/Doobie Brothers, written by Mentor Williams. Sometimes when I can’t drift-off to sleep, I turn on music and it peacefully sends me to dreamland. I know it’s not that easy for everyone. Sleep… Read More


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Earth Mother

Whenever I make an extra special meal for someone that inspires me, I think of our friend Scott who recently passed away. He loved the dinner parties we would have and appreciated them a lot. One time—after an especially fun feast of loving friends and a heart warming meal—he came to the kitchen to say… Read More