Rising in the morning,
the sun shines on God’s abundant earth,
alive with plants and animals
and the crown of creation—men and women.
Fifty years after, the production of chemicals
has left an indelible scar
in the soil, in the sea, and in the sky. – Renee DeGroot

Healthy living involves more than just one aspect of life. The air we breath, the food we eat, the chemicals we put in …

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That’s right! I have a new blog dedicated to essential oils and creative ways we can use them in our homes and families.

I hope you’re as excited as I am! I know there has to be plenty more common scents moms out there who are like me and want to use more natural methods of housekeeping and care for their families. I’ve heard …

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1 bundle fresh parsley chopped

1 T. chopped shallots

2 cloves garlic

¼ C. olive oil

2 T. red wine vinegar (or fresh squeezed lemon)

1 tsp. dried oregano

1 dried red chili pepper or jalapeno

1 tsp. salt

½ tsp. ground pepper

Mix all ingredients in food processor and serve with plantain chips or sweet potato chips.

Can also be spread on meat before roasting or grilling.

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I made this dish today. Actually, I made three of them – one for our family, one for another family, and one extra. It’s easy, delicious, gluten free, and healthy! I especially love the creamy coconut flavor and the wonderful health benefits my family gets from the coconut oil. Enjoy!

2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 large chopped onion
1-2 can(s) coconut milk
2 C. uncooked basmati rice
1/2 lb. raw …

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And what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God? (Micah 6:8)

Why is it so much easier to see sin in other people? I mean really. A child can trip over his own feet running to tell you about the infraction of another child; but, that same child will stand amazed that you …

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Fragrant henna with spikenard,
Spikenard and saffron,
Calamus and cinnamon,
With all trees of frankincense,
Myrrh and aloes,
With all the chief spices—
A fountain of gardens,
A well of living waters…

Song of Solomon 14:13-15

I am so glad God gave us essential oils. I am relaxing this evening after a nice hot bath, enveloped in the most intoxicating scents. I mixed rose, ylang ylang, jasmine, and orange essential oils with 2 …

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