Essential Oils in the Bible

Have you ever looked at how essential oils were used in history, especially in Scripture? While many people know that Frankincense and Myrrh were brought as gifts to Jesus, there are so many references to Essential Oils in the Bible.   I love to read.  I make it a goal each year to try to get through 52 books, although I have yet to hit that goal.  Yet every year I set that goal simply because I love to read and I come close most years and have read some great books!  My favorite book is the Bible.  Every time I open it up, the Truth that is contained in it and the way it can minister to my heart, or encourage me, or admonish me, or remind me of the presence of the Holy Spirit in my life, I'm reminded…

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Squish is ONE

My dearest little boy.  Today my Squish is One. How is it possible that you are one already?  Why does the first year fly by so fast?!  I wish babyhood lasted two years so I could just fully soak up every cute, quality baby-goodness moment. Before I get into those moments.  I just need to remember the goodness of God that I get to enjoy life with you.  All morning I've been thinking about what I would feel or think about the moment when time stood still for forty minutes. When it would take an act of God, a quick acting, wise thinking midwife, and the right people praying and running things. Amazing that the testimony is this sweet boy who loves to laugh and brings so much joy to our lives.  And today I get to say Happy Birthday my sweet, full-of-life Squish, who came…

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April Rewards

Who loves free stuff?!  The coolest thing every month with Young Living is the ability to receive free products just for ordering my normal household stuff I was going to order anyway.  As a thank you for placing my order with them, Young Living sends me all kinds of FREE stuff every month.  The April Rewards this month are spectacular, especially if you have kiddos in your home, grandkiddos you love or special littles in your life that would benefit from some oily support. Owie is one of our more frequently used oils in this home.  It is used every single time my kiddos meet the pavement.  I love that it is prediluted. It is a blend of: Caprylic/capric glycerides, Abiesbalsamea (Idaho balsam fir) needle oil, Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea tree) leaf oil, Helichrysum italicum flower oil, Canarium luzonicum (Elemi) gum oil, Cistus ladaniferus (Cistus)…

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