May 2012

Sarah’s Spectacular Oatmeal

For many years, I’ve been making this extra-healthy oatmeal once or twice a week from Autumn through Spring. I include lots of cinnamon to support healthy cholesterol levels, and dried fruit for extra anti-oxidants. My grandmother would have said that this breakfast will “stick to your ribs,” keeping you satisfied and warm all morning long. […]

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A Guide to Base Oils

Base oils or carrier oils, are used in all sorts of body-care items.  Whether you are following a recipe, or making your own formulas, you will want to have a sense of the qualities of various carrier oils. Apricot Kernel Oil – Medium weight oil, easily absorbed by the skin.  Good for sensitive or prematurely-aged

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Dream Pillows

A dream pillow is a small pouch filled with herbs, which have been selected to stimulate dreaming.  It is a simple magical spell, or prayer, for vivid dreams. Let’s start with the fabric.  I like to use cotton, flax, hemp or silk.  Flannel would probably make a nice dream pillow, too.  Please don’t use any

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