I hope y'all know just how hard it was for me to choose just 3 reasons why EO's are awesome. 

Because there are like SO MANY REASONS, but I know we all have things to do so I'll keep it to my favorite 3. 

In no particular order here we go.

1. The DIY potential is endless. Like endless, endless. You can seriously make so many things, y'all. And with the holidays quickly approaching this is something you are going to want to look into. From at home spa products to crafts with the kids, there is seriously something for everyone. 

2. They're for the whole family. Headache? I got you. Belly ache? I got you. Restlessness? I got you. Germs? I got you. Whatever anyone in the family needs, I got them. And I love that I don't have to worry about if they're filled with icky ingredients or not.

3. They bring all the amazing benefits of nature right to you. Nature is kind of amazing, y'all. And I'm a true believer that the good Lord equipped us with all the...

Sandalwood

Let's talk meditation. This is something that I am constantly trying to work on and improve. And to be honest, most days it's soooo hard to stay focused when you have a thousand things going on. 

So, how can we improve our mediation? 

Well, who would have guessed that I would say "essential oils"?!? 

But seriously, oils have the ability to transform your meditation space. And the good news is that there are lots of great oils to choose from!

I've included my top ten meditation oils. And a tip? Choose the same oil as often as you can when you meditate. Specific scents will often transport your mind. And if you associate a certain oil with meditation it can help make meditation easier.

The best way to use oils during meditation can be topically or in a diffuser, or both! I'm a big fan of both.

Alright, so which oils are the best for meditation?

1. Frankincense

Frankincense is one of the most sacred essential oils for spirituality.  Frankincense helps to...

I don't think it's possible to hate anything about this blend. Seriously, it's in the name. But if you haven't figured it out yet, this oil is all about happiness, sweetness, and citrus. 

The main ingredients in this blend are lavandin, lavender, sandalwood, tangerine, Melissa, ylang ylang and elemi.

You are going to want to use this blend to energize both your body and mind. 

Top uses include elevating mood & mind, energizing & refreshing, relieving stress & anxiety. It also helps with depression & mood disorders, grief, sorrow, and help with stimulating, uplifting and even immunity. 

This blend is perfect to diffuse, or apply topically (just remember to avoid sunlight/UV rays for 12 hours after topical application!)

Have you used this blend before? What's your favorite thing about it?

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Whether it's a tasty protein shake or a refreshing body spray, essential oils and fitness go together like peanut butter and jelly. And if you haven't started incorporating oils into your daily workout routine, you are seriously missing out! 

Speaking of peanut butter...

Peanut Butter Heaven Protein Shake

• 1 scoop vanilla meal replacement powder
• 3/4 cup vanilla almond milk (or other non-fat milk)
• 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
• 1/2 banana
• 1 cup ice

Mix in blender until smooth and creamy.

Leg Cramp Blend

• 3-4 drops soothing blend essential oil
• 3-4 drops lemongrass essential oil
• 1-2 drops helichrysum essential oil

Mix together and apply directly to affected area.

Post-workout Bath

• 3 drops lavender essential oil
• 2 drops roman chamomile essential oil
• 2 drops marjoram essential oil
• 1 drop helichrysum essential oil

Add to bath and soak away your soreness.

Sanitizing Spray

• 1/2 cup water
• 2-6 drops protective blend essential oil

Add ingredients to a glass spray bottle. Shake...

Seriously one of my FAVORITE oils ever. This oil is know to calm and soothe. You can diffuse, apply topically, inhale, or take internally under tongue or in a capsule. 

It blends well with sandalwood, bergamot, and frankincense. It's known for it's hypotensive, aphrodisiac, antipasmodic, and sedative properties. 

You will find this oil in our focus blend, calming blend, joyful blend, women's monthly blend, and women's blend. 

Some of it's top uses are for hormone imbalance, low libido and impotence, equilibrium and mental fatigue, high blood pressure and heartbeat issues, anxiety, frustration, stress, fear, colic, stomach aches, oily skin and emotional balance. 

Woah, right? 

What's your favorite way to use Ylang Ylang? And is there an oil you'd like for me to feature in the future? Let me know!

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Maybe it's because the dog days of summer are truly upon us and it's just too darn hot to even look at the kitchen, let alone actually go and cook in it. 

No thank you.

So lately, I've been eating SO. MANY. SALADS. And I thought it would be the perfect time to share some of my favorite dressing and marinade recipes.

Basic Vinaigrette

• 2/3 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup champagne or wine vinegar
• 2-3 teaspoons sugar or 1-2 drops stevia, to taste
• 1 teaspoon shallots or white onion, finely grated
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1-2 drops wild orange, grapefruit, or invigorating blend essential oils. 

Shake ingredients to mix well, and enjoy.

Creamy Cilantro Dressing

• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 package dry ranch buttermilk, dressing mix
• 2 drops cilantro essential oil
• 6 stalks green onions, sliced
• 4 golden pepperoncini peppers
• 1 drop lime essential oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Combine all ingredients in blender and refrigerate. Serve on...

Okay, I'm doing my best not to blush while writing this, but let's just say I'm glad you can't see my face! 

But in all seriousness, let's talk oils and intimacy.

Today I'm going to include some of my favorite blends. Blends for massage, blends for diffusing, and even blends for bubble baths. 

Aphrodisiac Massage Blend

• 1/4 cup fractionated coconut oil or unscented lotion
• 2 drops rose or geranium essential oil
• 3 drops sandalwood essential oil
• 2 drops ylang ylang essential oil
• 3 drops clary sage essential oil

Mix oils together and massage on skin to increase connection and arousal. 

Aprhrodisiac Blend for Diffusing

• 1 drop white fir essential oil
• 1 drop cinnamon essential oil
• 1 drop patchouli essential oil
• 1 drop rosemary essential oil
• 1 drop sandalwood essential oil
• 1 drop ylang ylang essential oil

Drop these essential oils into a diffuser and fill the air with excitement! 

Ecstasy Bubble Bath

• 1 1/2 cups liquid castile soap
• 2 tablespoons vegetable glycerin
• 1/2...

Okay guys, this one is for you. I didn't want you to think I was leaving you out! 

Today I will be discussing some of my favorite essential oils for men. From shaving cream to a shoe deodorizer, this one's for you.

Shaving Cream

• 2/3 cup shea butter
• 2/3 cup cocoa butter
• 1/4 cup fractionated coconut oil
• 5 drops sandalwood essential oil
• 5 drops peppermint essential oil
• 5 drop melaleuca essential oil

Place butter and oil in double boiler to melt. Mix in essential oils. Let shaving cream cool. Whip with hand mixer.

Earthy Aftershave

• 3/4 cup witch hazel
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 10 drops sandalwood essential oil
• 5 drops peppermint essential oil
• 3 drops rosemary essential oil
• 2 drops melaleuca essential oil

Place all ingredients into a bottle. Shake well and pat onto skin after shaving for a natural, great-smelling antiseptic and anti-inflammatory aftershave.

Spice Cologne

• 40 drops bergamot essential oil
• 10 drops clove essential oil
• 20 drops white fir essential oil
• 5 drops...

Okay, so hear me out on this one. I LOVE a clean kitchen. It brings me so much joy when the sink is empty, the counters are wiped down, and there is absolutely no indication that anyone actually lives in this house. 

I know you know what I'm talking about. 

Today I wanted to share with you a few of my favorite oils to use in the kitchen. Not to cook with, but to clean with.

Drain Cleaner

• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
• 3 drops wild orange essential oil

Pour essential oil directly down drain, followed by baking soda, and then the vinegar. Allow to sit for fifteen minutes or so and then pour hot water down the drain, followed by cold water to unclog drains.

Garbage Can Odor Tablets

• 2 cups baking soda
• 1 cup Epsom salt
• 1/4 cup water
• 10 drops lemon essential oil
• 5 drops peppermint essential oil
• ice cube tray

Combine dry ingredients. Slowly add water, then oils, and stir. Using a spoon, transfer mixture into the ice cube tray without overfilling the tray....

Okay, so I know that I've been homeschooling for awhile now, but I know that for many of you you just became brand new homeschool teachers! 

Add this to the thousand other things I'm sure do and it can seem overwhelming. So I wanted to share my top 7 tips for homeschooling newbies- because if I can do it, YOU can do it! 

1. Don't stress....I promise you can do this!

2. Have a designated area to learn. Doesn't have to be perfect! 

3. Learn everywhere you go. School doesn't just happen in a classroom!

4. Get involved in homeschool groups and with their families. Community is everything, y'all! 

5. If something isn't working, give it one more try and then move on to something that does work for you. Learning can come in many different forms

6. Keep everyone on a schedule. You will accomplish a lot more this way.

7. Making school also about helping others and the community. Math lesson while baking cookies for the neighbor, anyone? 

Did I leave something off?...