I have a well stocked herbal medicine cabinet. Echinacea, elder flowers and plantain are some of my go to herbs. Another staple is arnica. Arnica is know for it’s ability to promote healing for bruises and sprains. It is also used on the skin to sooth and heal after trauma to the body. Arnica however…
A Day in the Life: I’m Just a Dorm Mama Living in Mexico
Real daily life. It’s full of the good, the bad and the ugly; the joys and pains of being human. I thought it might be fun to show you what life looks like for this natural living real foodie. Keep in mind that I am a dorm mama who lives on a school campus in…
Toasted Almond Rice Pilaf
Simple and wholesome, rice pilaf makes a wonderful addition to almost any meal. I remember being giddy each time my mom said we could have rice pilaf for dinner. It was my favorite despite the fact that is came from a box. There is no wrong way to make pilaf. All around the world there…
Simple Make at Home Mocha
Tired of waiting in lines to get your favorite cup of Joe? What would you say if I told you that you could make your own mocha in less time than it takes you to get in your car and start driving down the street your favorite coffee shop? Up it one more notch what…
Cloth {not paper} Towels
I am so pleased to have my dear friend Serafina of A Gypsy Herbal guest posting today. We spent 2 1/2 years living at the same ministry in Mexico. Today she is sharing with you tips on how to ditch paper towels and use cloth rags instead. Her ideas and story remind me of my…