Waiting... by its mere definition, is the action of staying where one is; delaying action until a particular time or until something else happens.
Waiting is hard!! It is especially hard in a world where it seems immediate gratification is expected, has become the norm. Perhaps part of this is due to having the ability to "track" everything. Seriously... if you order food to be delivered, you can now track when your delivery person leaves the place of business all the way to your front door; if you order something online, you can track where your package is at from the time it leaves the warehouse; we can even track our family members movements...
Waiting is stressful... we expect things to happen in a certain manner, at a certain time. We most definitely do not like it when someone asks us to wait. I mean, have you ever ordered something only to have it take forever & a day to get processed/leave the warehouse, or have the shipping company experience a delay? Or how about when you have an appointment set for a certain time, you "race" to get there on time, fighting heavy traffic that is slowing you down, then sit and wait, wait, wait... sometimes you wait for a period of time after your designated appointment time. Speaking of traffic... well, maybe it's better if I leave that for another day.
Waiting is stressful... we expect things to happen in a certain manner, at a certain time. We most definitely do not like it when someone asks us to wait. I mean, have you ever ordered something only to have it take forever & a day to get processed/leave the warehouse, or have the shipping company experience a delay? Or how about when you have an appointment set for a certain time, you "race" to get there on time, fighting heavy traffic that is slowing you down, then sit and wait, wait, wait... sometimes you wait for a period of time after your designated appointment time. Speaking of traffic... well, maybe it's better if I leave that for another day.
Can you relate to any of this?
What if I told you, in the grand scheme of things, time doesn't really matter and that we are meant to wait?
Waiting is powerful... and things are going to happen when they are supposed to happen, whether we like it or not. Time is not something we can control, not matter how much we try.
Waiting is powerful... and things are going to happen when they are supposed to happen, whether we like it or not. Time is not something we can control, not matter how much we try.
Waiting is important... sometimes, things happen to protect us. from something that isn't meant for us, from something (or someone) that might hurt us (or not be right for us), or from something that might be meant for someone else. Sometimes, things happen that we just do not understand, but there is a reason.
We should never underestimate the power, or the importance, of waiting.
Spring is here (even if it doesn't feel like it outside just yet).Spring usually ushers in Spring Cleaning... a time to wash away the dirt & grime of having the hou
se closed up for the winter. A time to refresh our surroundings.
se closed up for the winter. A time to refresh our surroundings.Refresh your home this season with our favorite plant-based products, ditch conventional toxins and save money all at the same time! We use Thieves Household Cleaner for every surface in our home, making it incredibly affordable and versatile. Plus it is safe for our pets and little ones!
Why Thieves products? Because creating the space of our dreams through decluttering and the consistent tasks that help us stay on top of having peaceful, clean spaces doesn't do us much good if we then fill up those rooms with toxic chemical cocktails full of fragrance and ingredients hazardous to our respiratory health, skin, and immune systems.
The very first Thieves product (outside of the Thieves Essential Oil) I personally used was the Thieves Household Cleaner (THHC). I am very particular about my cleaning products, especially since I had an incident a few years back in cleaning our bathroom that resulted in severe respiratory complications. THHC makes everything sparkling clean without the harsh chemicals that caused my issues in the past. And one of the really cool things is, THHC comes in a super concentrated formula that you can dilute with plain tap water. I change the concentration in my spray bottles depending on what I am using for... my usual kitchen spray is 1.5 capfuls THHC to 16 oz of water. This works for countertops, stoves, sinks, spot washing walls, windows, wiping down the fridge... and so much more. Seriously, it is awesome to only have one cleaner to clean the whole house!! AND BONUS... the house smells so clean and fresh when I am done. Check back tomorrow to find out how I use more of the products found in the Make A Shift™ Happy, Healthy Home™ Kit.
I've never really been one to use make-up because my skin is very sensitive and it would make me break out. And, quite frankly, who likes a face that resembles a pizza? Now don't get me wrong, I love pizza!! What I don't love is having my face look like it. So, as time went by, I did keep trying new options and finally gave into some peer pressure of trying mineral make-up. It didn't make any difference... I remained barefaced.
That is until I found Savvy Minerals. I fell in love... seriously!! I could finally stop running around barefaced!!! If you've ever used Savvy Minerals, you totally understand what I am talking about.
And then, a little over a year ago, Savvy Minerals went away... I may have cried a little. Well, okay, I cried a lot. I mean, I had seriously finally found a make-up I could use, and I couldn't get it anymore, and now I was going to have to go back to being barefaced.
Luckily, I had a "little stash" that I have been able to use, stretching as I've gone along, using it more sparingly as time has gone by. But, that stash is reaching the end of its viability. I mean, just last weekend, I was spraying my mascara wand with Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood Hydrosol trying to be able to get the very last little bit out of that last tube. I'm hoping I'll be able to get one more application tomorrow by employing the same strategy.
That is until I found Savvy Minerals. I fell in love... seriously!! I could finally stop running around barefaced!!! If you've ever used Savvy Minerals, you totally understand what I am talking about.
And then, a little over a year ago, Savvy Minerals went away... I may have cried a little. Well, okay, I cried a lot. I mean, I had seriously finally found a make-up I could use, and I couldn't get it anymore, and now I was going to have to go back to being barefaced.
Luckily, I had a "little stash" that I have been able to use, stretching as I've gone along, using it more sparingly as time has gone by. But, that stash is reaching the end of its viability. I mean, just last weekend, I was spraying my mascara wand with Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood Hydrosol trying to be able to get the very last little bit out of that last tube. I'm hoping I'll be able to get one more application tomorrow by employing the same strategy.
Now, imagine my excitement when I found out the original creator of Savvy Minerals was creating a new line!!!! Imagine again, my excitement that this new cosmetics line launched this week. That's right, my orders have been placed and I am now stalking my email for notification they have shipped, so I can then start stalking those delivery notifications. LOL
And with that, I will be able to retire my depleted stash while I treat myself to a whole new facial experience!!!
The new line is called, Beauty by VRAI and you can check it out here for yourself. This first launch is your "beauty basics" with additional new products in the production. When you get to the website, please make sure to check out all the different tabs that are loaded with educational information.
I'll be back next week to share my experience with this new line. Until then, have a blessed day...
And with that, I will be able to retire my depleted stash while I treat myself to a whole new facial experience!!!
The new line is called, Beauty by VRAI and you can check it out here for yourself. This first launch is your "beauty basics" with additional new products in the production. When you get to the website, please make sure to check out all the different tabs that are loaded with educational information.
I'll be back next week to share my experience with this new line. Until then, have a blessed day...
Do you use candles or those things that take up an outlet? 🕯🕯🕯
🍂 Fall has arrived here in northern Illinois… 🍂
that usually means we close the windows to keep the cooler temperatures out & warmer temperatures in… 🏠
if you’re like me, you love to fill your inside space with amazing aromas… 🥧
I used to use candles to do this, that is, until I realized how irritating they can be to my body systems… 🤧
It’s time to UNPLUG those plug-ins and put away those candles friends!! 
It’s time to UNPLUG those plug-ins and put away those candles friends!! 
These common household air “freshener” plug-ins and scented candles can have SO MANY negative health concerns. 
Remember, just because something smells “clean” doesn’t mean it IS clean!
We are fortunate enough to have an ARRAY of amazing essential oils and blends from Young Living for you to make your home smell fresh and amazing any added chemicals. 
Diffusing pure essential oils is a perfect way to freshen the air in your home & guess what?
They’re also BENEFICIAL for you to inhale! 
So many amazing oils and blends to choose from whether you need help boosting your mood, need to fight respiratory illnesses in your home or just make your home smell cozy and clean.
So many amazing oils and blends to choose from whether you need help boosting your mood, need to fight respiratory illnesses in your home or just make your home smell cozy and clean. What’s in your diffuser today?? 
