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“It’s not what you take but what you leave behind that defines greatness.” – Edward Gardner

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Welcoming the Winter Solstice

It just warms my heart that it’s almost the winter solstice. This has become a special time in my life since I largely view time as cyclical, not linear. I love the calm and clarity winter brings. For me, it is the season when I think most clearly. Oh, and…

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March 19, 2017

How I Became Interested in Essential Oils

For the longest time, I thought essential oils were something people used to make their homes smell nice, and that is all. Then, at the…
March 8, 2017

Essential Oils that May be Applied Undiluted

Essential oils are strong stuff! For almost all dermal applications (applications on the skin) diluting the oil with a carrier oil like fractionated coconut oil,…
March 7, 2017

Essential Oils in Drinking Water. Is it Safe?

Essential oils in drinking water. This is a topic that draws a lot of controversy. When I started using essential oils, most voices I heard…
March 5, 2017

Is Your Lavender the Real Deal?

Is your lavender the real deal? According to the Lavender Growers Association, 100 times more “lavender oil” is exported from France than is actually grown…

Living simply is a wonderful goal to have. Cultivating a peaceful inner life and embracing nature’s rhythms are two of the greatest gifts we can give to our families.

● About Me

I’m Nicole, the creator and author behind this blog. I’m a wife, homeschool mom, homemaker, and novelist. I’m also a natural living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to finding joy in the simple things. As an Aromatherapist and Spiritual Life Coach, I enjoy living holistically.