Alright you guys…it’s Essential Oils Resolutions Week 5, our final week!! Still hanging in there with me?  Are you starting to see all the amazing benefits and how these 5 Essential Oils Resolutions help you maximize those benefits? 

Our final resolution is…drum roll… 

REPLACE ITEMS IN YOUR MEDICINE CABINET WITH ESSENTIAL OILS!!!

So many essential oils support healthy immune function and contain cleansing properties.  The health support benefit of essential oils are one of the main benefits of their use.  

With a big family, I turn to my oils when sickness or injuries occur.  Below are some recipes I use in my home. 

Cough Syrup:

• 8 tbsp of Honey
• 8 drops Lemon oil
• 8 drops Peppermint oil
• 8 drops Frankincense oil
• 8 drops Wild Orange oil

First Aid Spray:

• 3 drops Helichrysum oil
• 5 drops Lavender oil
• 5 drops Melaleuca oil
• 3 drops Basil oil

Sunburn Relief Lotion:

• 4 oz Fractionated Coconut oil
• 10 drops Lavender oil
• 6 drops...

Hey Y’all!!!  I wanted to do a quick shout out on doTERRA’s new amazing oil blend…..Air-X!!!  I am in love!!  

Air-X is a new blend that is crisp and clear.  It has a sweet smell that is great to diffuse in the morning for that perfect start to your day.  With an intense citrusy, woody, and faint herbal aroma that you just can’t get enough, it helps freshen and purify the air.

Air-X is a blend of natural essential oils including; Litsea, Tangerine, Grapefruit, Frankincense, and Cardamon.  This blend soothes and promotes feelings of openness.  

Air-X can be used both internally and externally.  Put a couple of drops in a diffuser of your choice or a drop on a diffuser necklace or bracelet and take the scent with you.  One drop in 4 oz of liquid makes for a refreshing treat.  

Energizing Diffuser Blend:

• 5 drops Air-X oil
• 3 drops Wild Orange oil

Fresh & Flirty Diffuser Blend:

• 2 drops Air-X...

Hey ya’ll!!  We are officially one week into our Essential Oils Resolutions. How’s it going so far?  Were you able to use at least one oil every day last week?  I can happily say “I did”!! One day, all I did was run my diffusers, but that counts! 

This week, let's jump right into our 2nd Essential Oil Resolution.

TRY A NEW ESSENTIAL OIL EVERY MONTH! 

This is a GREAT resolution that I am super excited about!!  This resolution keeps you from falling into an essential oil rut, using the same oils over and over.  

By using a variety of oils you benefit from tons of different therapeutic qualities.

You might just discover a new favorite oil too.  This is how I discovered Spearmint early on in my oil journey.  I was thinking “I have peppermint…Why do I need Spearmint?” Little did I know.  Spearmint is amazing, and I’m so happy I found this gem.  

So I know what you’re...

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!  I am so excited about the coming new year and all the adventure it brings….maybe a couple less than last year.  LOL!!

Today, we are going to dive in-depth into our 1st Essential Oil Resolution.

USE AT LEAST ONE ESSENTIAL OIL EVERY DAY!  

Now I bet you're thinking…”I already do that.”  Think back over the past year.  How many times have you thought?  “I’ll start my diffuser later.”  Or “tomorrow I’ll start using that roller.”   Or you forget to rub oils on your kiddos before bed?

It happens…I do it too and I’m the “Crazy Oil Lady”!! 

Now do you see why we need this resolution?  Below are some tips. 

Start your day using your oils.  Start your diffusers in the morning with a motivational or a wake up blend.  Use an On Guard roller, on your kids, before they head off to school.  You’ll start their day...

In celebration of all things Christmas, I wanted to take a moment to focus on the amazing essential oil of Peppermint.  This oil is used to help promote a healthy respiratory function and alleviate stomach upset, when taken internally.  It repels insects, promotes clear breathing, and smells wonderful.   

Peppermint oil is culinary wonder and can be used to add a fresh boost to meals.  Try it in a smoothie or dessert!  Check out this amazing holiday recipe.   

Peppermint Bark

Ingredients:

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 cups white chocolate pieces
• 2-3 mini candy canes
• 3 drops Peppermint essential oil
• Bit of coconut oil  

Instructions:

1. Use a 9 X 13 cookie sheet
2. Lightly coat cookie sheet in coconut oil 
3. Put chocolate chips in bowl with 1/2 tbsp coconut oil 
4. Microwave or double boil the chocolate chips until melted
5. Poor melted chocolate onto cookie sheet, spread evenly, and put in freezer
6. While chocolate hardens, crush candy...

Oh my goodness!!  Did anyone take a step outside this morning and freeze?  It’s cold!!  

The temperature change shocked me and reminded me that Old Man Winter is on the way.  I try to always be a “glass half full” type of person so I’ll tell you first what I LOVE about Winter…fires, warm drinks, comfy blankets, Christmas, and the occasional snow.  Now I’ll be honest……Winter can also be a hard season. The Winter time brings some of the darkest and coldest days of the year.  Add in Covid and this Winter will no doubt be hard.  

So to bring some soothing comfort and warmth into your home, I’m going to give you TEN… Yes, you read that right, TEN amazing diffuser blends to help you chase away the Winter blues.  

Positive Energy Diffuser Blend

• 3 drops Eucalyptus oil
• 2 drops Bergamot oil
• 1 drop Tangerine oil

Warm & Cosy Diffuser Blend

• 2 drops Cinnamon Bark oil
• 2 drops Wild Orange...

In celebration of all things Fall, I wanted to take a moment to focus on the amazing oil that is Cinnamon Bark.  This oil is used for a healthy metabolic function and immune system!  It repels insects, flavors food, and smells wonderful.  

Cinnamon is used in many culinary dishes from desserts, to the main course, to hot beverages.  Check out one of my favorite cinnamon recipes below.

Cinnamon Apple Chips

Ingredients:

• 7–8 medium sized apples
• 1 tablespoon sugar or sweetener of choice
• 6 drops Cinnamon Bark essential oil  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 225° F.
2. Put parchment paper onto two baking sheets.
3. Combine sugar and Cinnamon Bark oil in small bowl. Stir to combine.
4. Slice apples into thin slices.
5. Place apples onto parchment paper covered baking sheet in single layer.
6. Sprinkle apple slices with cinnamon essential oil sugar mixture.
7. Place baking sheets in preheated oven for 45 minutes. Halfway through, flip apples over.
8. When edges of apples are...

As you know I LOVE this time of year.  Spending time with family and friends, catching up and sharing laughs, feels me with such joy!

Since Thanksgiving is next week……I can hardly contain my excitement……I’m about to share with ya’ll some amazing recipes that use essential oils in everyone’s familiar Thanksgiving favorites.  

Citrus & Herb Butter

Ingredients:

• 4 drops Wild Orange essential oil
• 3 drops Lemon essential oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
• Pinch of salt and pepper
• 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients and stir together thoroughly. Set aside.
2. Use fingers to carefully loosen skin around the entire bird. Take ¼ of the butter mixture and rub it, thoroughly, under skin making sure to coat as much of the turkey as possible. Brush remaining butter mixture...

Happy Fall Ya’ll!! I have always wanted to say that!!  Hahaha!!  

I love fall & I love everything fall!  The weather getting cooler, leaves changing colors, Fall Festivals, the sights, sounds & smells, and PUMPKIN!! Who doesn’t love pumpkin?  Since we’re right in the middle of fall, I wanted to share some of my favorite comforts of the season.  

First is Pumpkin Butter infused with Ginger, Cinnamon, and Clove essential oils.  All three of these oils have amazing benefits when taken internally and this treat is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

Ingredients:

• 1 29-ounce can pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• cup coconut sugar (or substitute organic brown sugar)
• ¼ cup grade-A maple syrup
• ½ cup unsweetened apple juice
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 toothpick Ginger Oil 
• 1 toothpick Cinnamon Bark Oil 
• 1 toothpick Clove Oil 

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to a...

I don't know about you, but I could seriously use all the extra energy I can get. 

I do my best to take care of myself, eat well, drink a lot of water, get enough rest (hahahahaha- Mom's will know why I'm laughing), etc. But sometimes I just need a little extra oomph. 

Don't get me wrong, I love my coffee. Like, love my coffee, but I feel like I've been drinking it for so long that somehow my body has become immune to it. And really it doesn't do anything to give me extra energy these days. 

So what's a girl to do? Life, as you probably know it, does not slow down for anyone, especially for a mom of seven. 

Well, lucky for all of us, there's an oil(s) for that. 

Single Oils

• Basil: stimulating and reviving
• Peppermint: invigorating and energizing
• Wild orange: uplifting and rejuvenating
• Lemon: cleansing and refreshing
• Lime: energizing and enlivening

Blends

• Invigorating blend: rejuvenating and energizing
• Respiration blend: invigorating and reviving
• ...