Barefoot

Children seem to naturally feel a sense of joy and calm in nature.  The minerals in soil actually help increase our serotonin levels…naturally!
Take your shoes off and try putting your bare feet in the dirt while hiking or gardening.  Pay attention and notice the little things in nature all around you…from the colors in the sky to the foliage on your path. Take your child out with you in nature every day. …Breathe…
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New life found on my walk today with my daughter

Chemical Free Foamy Soap

I use chemical free foods when I cook, and that goes for my skin products too!  Our skin absorbs what we slather on it, so try using ingredients from your kitchen on your skin. I love using olive oil and coconut oil.  Instead of purchasing expensive soaps that might be full of parabens, chemicals,  and hormone modifiers, make your own with this SIMPLE recipe.  It takes less than a minute!

Tangerine Foamy Soap

  • 5 oz water
  • 5 oz Liquid Castille Soap (I buy it at Trader Joes)
  • 7 drops of your favorite essential oil (I love the fresh, energizing fragrance of Tangerine)

Mix the ingredients in a soap bottle with a foaming pump, and you are good to rub a dub dub!