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How to Make Your Own Rose Water

Annie B. Bond — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 14:01:05 +0000

Rose water has wonderful properties that make it an excellent toner for fair or dry skin. But not all rose waters are created equal. To make sure you get the purest product and have some fun at the same time, make your own rose water using this traditional recipe from the book Rosemary Gladstar's Herbs for Natural Beauty.

How to Map Your Bedroom with Feng Shui

Annie B. Bond — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:01:44 +0000

The ancient Chinese method of Feng Shui helps us to balance our homes and create happier, more successful lives, room by room.

Your Favorite Color: What it Says About You

Annie B. Bond — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 17:08:17 +0000

There's more to color than meets the eye. Whether you prefer red, yellow, purple or white, your favorite color can give you insight into your personality. Explore your favorite color and and what it says about you with Annie B. Bond in this article adapted from the book �The Healing Power of Color� by color expert Betty Wood.

13 Wonderful Ways to Use Epsom Salts

Annie B. Bond — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 12:10:40 +0000

Oh, epsom salt—who knew that such an uninspiring ingredient could inspire such devotion? Read on for 13 ways to use epsom salts, including a relaxing bath, a face scrub and a hair volumizer. It's also a miracle cure, helping to get rid of splinters and reduce swelling of sprains and bruises. One ingredient fits all!

Clean Your Silver with Household Basics

Annie B. Bond — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 14:01:33 +0000

Whether you pull out your silver is for special occasions or for regular use, and you want it to sparkle - but probably not at the cost of your health or the environment. Back away from the toxic chemical cleaners and try these easy and safe cleaning techniques instead. A dab of toothpaste? A soak with baking soda? Who knew?

Odor Removing Secrets

Annie B. Bond — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 17:02:38 +0000

Have you ever wanted to get the smell of perfume out of something and not been able to get rid of it? Cat pee? The new smell in a car?

A Solar Summer Solstice Project

Annie B. Bond — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 12:01:38 +0000

Litha, the summer solstice (June 20-23), marks the zenith of the sun, the longest day of the year, when the sun's power is at its peak. The moment of peak power is very, very brief. Our ancestors built huge bonfires on this day to celebrate their connection to the vital power of the immense burning star that keeps our planet bright, warm, and alive.

6 Herbs for Hay Fever

Annie B. Bond — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:01:27 +0000

Spring heralds the return of pollen season, which brings discomfort to so many of us. Find out which herbs have been tested and shown to alleviate the congestion, sniffling, and sneezing of hay fever, so you can enjoy the warmer weather and longer days.

Here are six herbal allies that can help you find n*atural relief from your seasonal allergies.

Sweet and Spicy Guinness Quick Bread

Annie B. Bond — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:01:05 +0000

This sweet and spicy quick bread would make a great St. Patrick's Day breakfast, or a heartening snack served with a cup of coffee or Irish tea. The magic ingredient is Guinness stout, a dark Irish beer that adds wonderful moistness and flavor.

Chocolate Tantric Tart

Annie B. Bond — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:01:05 +0000

This lush, chocolate pie is guaranteed to add some sweet heat to your Valentine's meal. Of its six ingredients, four of them are thought to be aphrodisiacal: Chocolate, almonds, ginger and chile. Powers of attraction aside, this recipe for Chocolate Tantric Pie is unusual and delicious, and is as easy as pie to prepare.