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

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A New Book + Spiritual Guides!

Welcome to the blog today, friends! I’ve been kind of MIA lately because I’ve had a lot going on behind the scenes. Next week, my 8th novel in the Amish of Appalachia series releases. If you read Amish fiction, you might enjoy it! Pre-order Her Simple Amish Wish Here About…

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April 13, 2017

Essential Oil Quality Matters

Oh my goodness y’all, I can’t tell you how concerned I’ve been lately about the surge of companies that are selling “pure” essential oil, which…
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…

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. Here you’ll find musings that blend the physical and spiritual through a non-traditional Christian lens. I’m also a natural living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to finding joy in the simple things.