Natural Living Class, September 30th in Herrin, IL

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Some of the most dangerous things that affect our health are toxic chemicals we unwittingly expose ourselves & our children to on a daily basis! Oftentimes, these chemicals are the culprits behind sickness, diminished immunity, emotional imbalance, chronic illness and MORE!!! If you want to learn how to DITCH toxic chemical and SWITCH to safe all-natural plant-based alternatives in your home, then I’d love to invite you to our “Natural Living” class!!! You’re welcome to invite your family, friends and coworkers!! Saturday, September 30th at 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Dotty Event Center, 210 North Park Ave Herrin, IL. (Between “The Continue Reading →

Turn Your Commute into an Aromatherapy Session!

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Turn Your Commute into an Aromatherapy Session! A Harvard study showed that the average commuter spends 1.5 hours on the road each day. If you live in the city, that time can be even longer due to traffic coming to a standstill during rush hour!!! When that happens, you might find yourself feeling very irritated!!! What can you do to feel less “road-ragey” during your commute??? Turn on your favorite music and drop essential oils into your Orb Diffuser then you’ll be good to go!!! Here are some of the essential oils that I recommend for when you’re on the Continue Reading →

All-Natural Diaper Cream for Your Baby’s Bottom!!!

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Sierra, my friend and PLJ FamOILy member, gave me permission to share her amazing testimony with all of you!!! “My mom got me the diaper rash cream for Audrey, and bc (because) she was on a steroid she had a yeast infection. My friend at work said the cream they gave her son for his yeast infection took 4 days to make it better, and I had that but I decided to try the YL cream and it made it completely better OVERNIGHT. I can’t believe it!!!” ~~ Sierra YAY!!!! It made my heart do a happy-dance when I read Continue Reading →

National Lipstick Day – Is Your Lipstick Poisoning You???

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Today was National Lipstick Day! Did you rush out to get your free MAC lipstick or BOGO at other makeup counters? I’m sorry, but I feel I need to share some scary truth with you. Did you know that you’re putting toxic chemicals on your lips every day? Which means these toxic chemicals are surging through your body!!! On the 1 – 10 scale of TOXICITY: 10 – L’Oreal Colour Rich 10 – MAC Lipstick   9 – Rimmel Lasting Finish   9 Maybelline Color Sensational   9 – CoverGirl Lip Perfection   9 – Revlon Colorstay   7 – Continue Reading →

Utah or Bust

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Young Living Whispering springs Lavender Farm in Mona, Utah. Distillery, Essential Oils,

SO EXCITED!!!  I feel like a little kid on Christmas Eve!!!   My plane flies out early tomorrow morning, so I’ll be in Utah in time for breakfast with friends before the festivities begin! This is my first Young Living International Convention!  It is going to be an amazing time with a bajillion workshops, from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. every day for four days!!!  I’m so happy to have the opportunity to learn more about these incredible oils that have made such a dramatic impact on my family’s health!!! What I’m most looking forward to is visiting Young Living’s Continue Reading →

Unicorn Oil is Here!!!!

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? Valor, affectionately known as the “Unicorn oil”, is back in stock after almost two years!!!!! ? Sanity ? Patience ? Focus ? Courage ? Confidence ? Chiropractor in a bottle right here! I love, love, LOVE the Valor essential oil blend!!! It helps me feel confident and secure. Plus it helps me so much physically. (There’s a reason it’s affectionately called “chiropractor in a bottle” This fabulous oil is limited to one bottle per member per month while supplies last.  If you’ve been thinking about taking the plunge, I’ll help you get signed up as a Young Living member, then you can add Valor to your Premium Continue Reading →

Deep Relief…..because doing taxes is literally a pain in the neck!!!

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Deep Relief…..because doing taxes is literally a pain in the neck!!! Tax Day is just two weeks away…..or is it? When is Tax Day this year??? You would think the answer would be simple, but hey, we’re talking about the US government, so….. Traditionally, April 15th is the last day you can rush to the post office with forms in hand and file your annual return. The reality in 2017 varies across the country. For the majority of taxpayers, the deadline this year for filing and paying taxes is Tuesday, April 18th. Since April 15th falls on a Saturday this Continue Reading →

I Love the Smell of a Spring Thunderstorm!

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Severe thunderstorms are forecast for today! Oh how I love the way the world smells after a spring storm. That fresh sharp air and the damp musty earth smell…..LOVE IT!!!! This Spring Rain diffuser blend from Jana’s Apothecary is as close to a spring thunderstorm smell as you can get! In your diffuser add: 3-5 drops Vetiver Essential Oil  (One of my favorite oils!!!) 3-5 drops of Lemon Essential Oil Tip: Vetiver is soooooooooo thick that you can hold it upside-down for what seems like forever and you still won’ get a drop out of the bottle!!!. Some people will Continue Reading →

Progeny’s Potions: Essential Oils for Kids!

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Young Living Essential Oils for Kid's Health Issues

This fun “fairy tale” workshop is targeted for Children & Parents, or Grandchildren & Grandparents!  (*Children ages 3 months to 12 years old.) Your child & you are invited to come learn how to use essential oils for a calmer, happier, healthier childhood!!!  “Progeny’s Potions” supports a wide variety of children’s physical and emotional health issues.  The PROGENY’S POTIONS class will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 8th at the Merle Norman Studio in downtown Herrin, Illinois. Be sure to let us know if you’d like an invitation!!! We will share about the benefits of each of the essential Continue Reading →

Say “Hello” to soft, spring fresh-smelling laundry!!!!

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Young Living Essential Oils, Dryer Balls with Lavender Essential Oil. Spring Special Offer

Say “Goodbye” to musty winter smells and “Hello” to soft, spring fresh-smelling laundry! END OF THE MONTH DEAL from Young Living!!!!! This springtime promotion is just what you need to make your clothes smell fresh and clean, without harsh perfumes or toxic chemicals!!! March 28th–31st at 11:59 p.m. MT, while supplies last*, members who order our Limited-Edition Dryer Balls with 5ml Lavender essential oil will get a FREE 15-ml bottle of Lemongrass essential oil!!!!! No limits!! That means if you buy 5 sets of dryer balls, you’ll get 5 FREE 15 ml bottles of Lemongrass!!!  Now is a great time Continue Reading →

Peace & Calming

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Young Living Peace & Calming Essential Oil

You only have a few more days to GET THREE bottles of Peace & Calming!!! So WHY would you want to order three bottles in March??? You’ll want to STOCK UP NOW while Peace & Calming is available, because in the past, once it went out-of-stock it was a long, long, long time before you could order again!!! As of April 1st, you’ll be restricted to one bottle per account per month. Order 3 bottles in March on a Quick Order or on your Essential Rewards order, then you’ll be able to order another bottle of P & C in Continue Reading →

Psalm 23:5 Thou Anointest My Head With Oil

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“Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.” Psalm 23:5 King James Version Photo Credit: Whimsical Scripture Art by Monica Welch Print of Watercolor available in the DovetailInk Etsy shop at:  https://www.etsy.com/listing/185529397/psalm-23-whimsical-scripture-art-print?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=christian%20art&ref=sr_gallery_35 Note: I am not affiliated with Dovetail Ink, nor do I receive a commission for referrals.  I simply loved Monica Welch’s Psalm 23 artwork and wanted to share this beautiful piece with my essential oil friends.  

Starter Kit Recipe: Thieves Immune Support

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Young Living Thieves Essential Oil for Immune Support

Starter Kit Recipe: Thieves Immune Support  Thieves essential oil supports your immune system, supports healthy lung function, and is excellent for oral hygiene! Immune System Support: Roller Bottle Add 10 Drops Thieves Essential Oil to a 10ml roll-on bottle. Fill with fractionated (liquid) coconut oil, or your favorite carrier oil. Apply to your spine and / or the Vita-Flex points on the bottoms of your feet 1 – 3 times each day. When you need additional immune support, add 5 drops of Oregano and / or Thyme essential oil to the roller bottle. Immune System Support: Hot Tea Add 1 drop Continue Reading →

Hello Spring – Let Your Spirit Soar

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Young Living Essential Oil Diffuser Recipe for Spring

If knowing it’s the First Day of SPRING isn’t enough to lift you out of the “Monday Blues”, then diffuse these essential oils and watch your spirits soar…..it’s like dancing in a field of flowers, with the bright sun shining on your smiling face and a fresh breeze in your hair!!! In your diffuser add 3 drops Bergamot, 2 drops Grapefruit and 1 drop Ylang Ylang. HELLO SPRING!!!!!!! Are you curious to learn how essential oils can support your physical and emotional health.  My passion is essential oil education and I’d love to help you get started on your oily Continue Reading →

Peppermint Vitality Iced Tea

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Premium Starter Kit Recipes: Peppermint Vitality Iced Tea Peppermint Essential Oil supports healthy digestion, cools the body, promotes healthy respiratory function and is a natural energy booster. Enjoy this delicious recipe as a great way to start incorporating Young Living’s Peppermint Vitality essential oil in to your everyday life! Peppermint Vitality Iced Tea 4 Young Living Slique Tea Bags or Green Tea Bags 1/4 c. Young Living Blue Agave 3 drops Young Living Peppermint Vitality Essential Oil (More or less to taste.) 3 Limes Pour YL Blue Agave in the bottom of a 64-ounce pitcher. Add hot water and stir. Continue Reading →

Essential Oils for Fun in the Summer Sun

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Our high today is 91 with thunderstorms starting at 2:00 p.m and going all the way through the night!!! How HOT is it where you live??? What are you doing to beat the heat??? If you’re headed to the beach or the lake to celebrate the 4th of July weekend, you’ve probably packed sunscreen in your bag.  Why apply harmful chemicals that are found in store-bought sunscreens when you can make one that is actually good for you and your family!!! I was excited to find this recipe for sun protection in the Lemon Dropper files to share with you for Continue Reading →

Worry never fixes anything ~ Ernest Hemingway

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Challenge 5: Faith Welcome to day five of the #OolaYLChallenge! Today we’re exploring the fifth “F” of Oola—Faith.  Although “having faith” means different things to each individual. In general, faith is rooted in gratitude, humility, and an understanding of your greater purpose in the world. With our lives today being so chaotic and stressful, it’s easy to lose faith.  We over-analyze and over-think every situation.  Our lives are crazy-busy and we have a hard time falling asleep because our minds won’t shut up!!!  We worry over every detail of the previous day, what is coming up the following day, and Continue Reading →

Thieves: Best smelling non-toxic cleaner EVER! Seriously!!!

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If you guys don’t go and buy this Thieves cleaning collection right this second, I don’t think we can be friends anymore. I’m serious. This is a gateway product. The product that everyone tries and then ends up using to replace every nasty smelling, toxic chemical filled cleaner under their sink. I’m serious. Thieves Cleaner (best smelling cleaner ever) and Citrus Fresh, (best smelling oil blend ever), packaged up cute with a glass spray bottle and a great little booklet so you know exactly how to use the cleaner. Seriously. You guys. Order this. Now. If you’re not already a Continue Reading →

#OolaLife: Reach your true, unlimited potential.

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Challenge 4:  Focus on the fourth “F” of Oola—Field. Today’s #OolaYLChallenge is to find at least one way to give your all to the job you have, whether your job is being a student, a stay-at-home parent, or you have a professional career.  Maybe you don’t love your job, but it pays the bills.  Every time you make the most of your current situation, you get closer to having an #OolaLife. Are you lucky enough to have your dream job?  I was very fortunate in that my dream job was to be a stay-at-home Mom.  My husband was a college Continue Reading →