From Grandma's Desk:
On December 10, 2012 my husband Bob had double knee replacements. His knee cartilage was completely gone, he had arthritis and 3 previous knee surgeries that left scar tissue. Needless to say his knees were not operating at capacity; he had very limited range of motions, crunching and creaking when he walked, and was always in pain. He decided it was time to take action and get the surgery his doctor had recommended 5 years earlier. So as we prepared for the surgery, got the lower level of our home ready for him post surgery. I began to research essential oils that would help with his healing. I have been using a blend of oils to help with muscle cramps and swelling so I thought this would be a good base. I also wanted something that would help with the scare tissue to make his leg more flexible. This is the formula I used: In a 2 oz. bottle I filled it half way with jojoba and grapeseed oils for carrier oils.
Then I added 21 drops of cedar E.O.
33 drops of Lemongrass E.O.
12 drops Lavender E.O.
3 drops rose E.O.
3 drops tuberose E.O.
26 drops cypress E.O.
12 drops Frankencense for the scare tissue
I used this oil on the back of his legs and calves until the staples and bandages were removed. Once the staples were out I used it directly on the incision. When my husband went into the Dr office he was completely amazed at how well his scare had healed and also the noticeable lack of swelling and bruising. I will say my husband worked hard on his rehab exercises and was very good at using the oils even when I was not there to help him.
Friday, February 1, 2013
Saturday, January 12, 2013
And now for Aromatherapy in the Flu Season
From Grandma's Desk:
I have found the most effective way to deal with the flu is to strengthen the immune system, as I stated in my previous blog. Today I would like to talk about using aromatherapy in the classroom, office, and at home to prevent the spread of the flu virus.
First,I want to tell you a little story: During the "Dark Ages" when the witches and healers had been threatened or killed and most were in hiding the plague broke out. There are a lot of guesses on why during the witch hunt this plague was so virulent, but most herbalist and witches will tell you that the ancient ways of healing had been suppressed by the medical and clergy of the time, condemning healers and hanging or burning them as witches. Many of these healers had to hide or be imprisoned. The other thing that happened was they killed the cat population, because most witches (healers) had cats. The cats which killed the rats, the rats carried the fleas that were infected with the plague, so when there were very few cats to keep the rats in check the plague spread rapidly from port to port, mostly via sailing ships. Then you have no healers with knowledge of how to use herbs to stem the tide of the plague. In the midst of this death and dying there were bands of robbers going place to place robbing the dead and dying without consequence of catching the plague. When someone finally thought to ask them how they were preventing exposure to the disease. They were more than happy to divulge their secret "Thieve's Oil" which they applied to their mustaches. I imagine they may have worn a bandannas across their nose and mouth with the oil to prevent illness, and keep the smell of the black death at bay. So I use a Thieve's Oil in my diffuser to prevent germs and viruses from invading our home.
Thieves Blend: equal parts lemon, cloves, cinnamon, rosemary, and eucalyptus (these are easily found and not very expensive essential oils) I use 4-6 drops in the diffuser during the day or at the office I work at. These are powerful oils and should not be directly applied to the skin.
You can also put a dab of this on a tissue or handkerchief and keep it handy in case someone sneezes or you are in a public place without a diffuser.
Now if you still get the flu or a cold and need something to help you get through it quickly or you have an infected family member try using a blend for the respiratory system. It is very similar the the Thieves Oil but with a few added oils to help open bronchial and clear sinuses.
Breathing Blend: Eucalyptus, lemon, lavender, Rosemary, Cinnamon, Thyme, Tea tree, cedar, and ravinsara. These essential oils are blended using several drops (4-8) in your diffuser. This also is a great snore remedy. It helps open the sinuses and bronchials.
You can also order a blended oil by calling me at 406-626-4056 at Grandma's Farmacie. It is a wonderful alternative to antibiotics and nyquil. If you want more information about essential oils please call and I am always happy to help you find what will serve you best.
I have found the most effective way to deal with the flu is to strengthen the immune system, as I stated in my previous blog. Today I would like to talk about using aromatherapy in the classroom, office, and at home to prevent the spread of the flu virus.
First,I want to tell you a little story: During the "Dark Ages" when the witches and healers had been threatened or killed and most were in hiding the plague broke out. There are a lot of guesses on why during the witch hunt this plague was so virulent, but most herbalist and witches will tell you that the ancient ways of healing had been suppressed by the medical and clergy of the time, condemning healers and hanging or burning them as witches. Many of these healers had to hide or be imprisoned. The other thing that happened was they killed the cat population, because most witches (healers) had cats. The cats which killed the rats, the rats carried the fleas that were infected with the plague, so when there were very few cats to keep the rats in check the plague spread rapidly from port to port, mostly via sailing ships. Then you have no healers with knowledge of how to use herbs to stem the tide of the plague. In the midst of this death and dying there were bands of robbers going place to place robbing the dead and dying without consequence of catching the plague. When someone finally thought to ask them how they were preventing exposure to the disease. They were more than happy to divulge their secret "Thieve's Oil" which they applied to their mustaches. I imagine they may have worn a bandannas across their nose and mouth with the oil to prevent illness, and keep the smell of the black death at bay. So I use a Thieve's Oil in my diffuser to prevent germs and viruses from invading our home.
Thieves Blend: equal parts lemon, cloves, cinnamon, rosemary, and eucalyptus (these are easily found and not very expensive essential oils) I use 4-6 drops in the diffuser during the day or at the office I work at. These are powerful oils and should not be directly applied to the skin.
You can also put a dab of this on a tissue or handkerchief and keep it handy in case someone sneezes or you are in a public place without a diffuser.
Now if you still get the flu or a cold and need something to help you get through it quickly or you have an infected family member try using a blend for the respiratory system. It is very similar the the Thieves Oil but with a few added oils to help open bronchial and clear sinuses.
Breathing Blend: Eucalyptus, lemon, lavender, Rosemary, Cinnamon, Thyme, Tea tree, cedar, and ravinsara. These essential oils are blended using several drops (4-8) in your diffuser. This also is a great snore remedy. It helps open the sinuses and bronchials.
You can also order a blended oil by calling me at 406-626-4056 at Grandma's Farmacie. It is a wonderful alternative to antibiotics and nyquil. If you want more information about essential oils please call and I am always happy to help you find what will serve you best.
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Flu Season and Some simple remedies
From Grandma's Desk:
The news today stated that it is the worst flu season in history and hospitals are turning patients away. So what should you do to prevent flu or boost your immune system? I have a few ideas but first I want to talk about "flu shots". Are they worth it, do they work, and what to expect from a flu shot. First let me say that I do not get the "flu shots" even though as a nurse I often work with a highly contagious population I feel it is important to build your immune system. I rarely get sick and when I do I take time off and let myself get healthy again. I use home remedies and essential alchemy to build my immune system and decrease my down time. The main reason I do not get "flu shots" is the serum that is used in "flu shots" is made with egg yolk, mercury, and other toxic ingredients that I do not want injected into my body. These things maybe present in small amount but accumulative over time can adversely effect our immune systems. The "flu shot" also only lasts 3 months so if you get your shot in October when they recommend it you may miss it on the 1st round but by January when the "flu shot" wears off you are no longer protected and the second round of the flu is even worse because the flu "bug" has increased in strength. This said I want to relate that the one and only time I got a flu shot this is what happened to me. I was health for October, November, and December, but when January hit I got the worst flu I have ever had and was laid up in bed for a good week unable to take care of my family or myself. I have never gotten a flu shot again (this was over 15 yrs ago and I have never been that ill since). So if you get exposed to the flu early on in the flu season you will get a lighter stain of the flu and you will be immune to that type of flu for life not just 3 months as with the shots. This information was also confirmed by the Doctor I work for. He chooses to get the flu shot 2x each year because of his work with at risk elderly, but he does not inoculate his own family for the very reasons I stated above.
Now I want to write about ways to prevent the flu and boost your immune system. The first and simplest way is with healthy foods, organic, fresh, and seasonal. Winter time is a great time for lots soups and squash,and chicken soup that has actually be scientifically proven to help boost the immune system. One thing I have used for over 30 years to help with colds and flu is garlic. Many people give me the oh yuck face when I tell them about this so there are garlic capsules you can take, but I find them far less effective than a fresh clove of organic garlic from the garden or bought earlier in the year at our local Farmer's Market. I have used this remedy for over 30 years and have found it to be quite successful at the signs of first sniffles. All three of my children have been subject to this treatment and even at a young age of 2 years old were able to swallow it without problems. Used daily during cold and flu season is the most effective way to prevent colds and flu, or at the first signs of sniffles or fever a healthy dose will do the trick. The longer you put it off the less effective it will be.
Garlic treatment: Take a fresh and healthy looking clove of garlic (just one will do), peel it, chop it up very fine. Put the chopped garlic in a large serving spoon then fill the spoon with water. Have near by a large glass of apple juice or water as the chaser. Now you are ready open wide and dump the spoon with garlic and water into your throat. Try not to touch your tongue with the garlic and swallow quickly with a shot of juice or water to help the process. I find I have little to no smell if I take it this way do not chew the garlic and it should not be cooked in anyway. Take a dose in the morning and at bedtime until all symptoms disappear! Usually this only takes 1 or 2 days to start feeling better. The garlic works through the respiratory and is very effective if used at the first signs or symptoms of a cold or flu. This is not that great for a stomach bug it does not work on your digestive system the same way. My husband at first thought this was some form of torture that I had invented but soon came to realize how much healthier he is now that he does a daily dose of garlic. I even got the flu for Halloween and he did not feel it at all.
The second remedy I recommend is Elderberry capsules. You can find these at your local health food store or co-op. I use Elderberry as a natural antibiotic and find that it helps with many different illnesses. It is important to use immediately when you get sick not after you have been ill for a few days. It is always much harder to get rid of an illness if it has taken root in your body. I do not recommend that you take this on a regular basis only when the first signs of illness occur.
Another great immune booster is mushrooms. I take a combination of Reishi, Shitaki, Lion's Mane, Maitake, and other organic dried mushrooms in a capsule form. Mushroom soup is also a great immune booster. The important thing here is to keep your immune system healthy and strong. If you have small children there are many natural remedies for children. If you have a baby the best way to boost their immune system is by nursing and making sure you are healthy too.
There are many other ways to prevent illness: exercise, fresh air, emotional well being, and a positive attitude. Meditation, yoga, and other mind and body exercises will help boost your immune system. Look to nature first and you can stay healthy for many years to come!
The news today stated that it is the worst flu season in history and hospitals are turning patients away. So what should you do to prevent flu or boost your immune system? I have a few ideas but first I want to talk about "flu shots". Are they worth it, do they work, and what to expect from a flu shot. First let me say that I do not get the "flu shots" even though as a nurse I often work with a highly contagious population I feel it is important to build your immune system. I rarely get sick and when I do I take time off and let myself get healthy again. I use home remedies and essential alchemy to build my immune system and decrease my down time. The main reason I do not get "flu shots" is the serum that is used in "flu shots" is made with egg yolk, mercury, and other toxic ingredients that I do not want injected into my body. These things maybe present in small amount but accumulative over time can adversely effect our immune systems. The "flu shot" also only lasts 3 months so if you get your shot in October when they recommend it you may miss it on the 1st round but by January when the "flu shot" wears off you are no longer protected and the second round of the flu is even worse because the flu "bug" has increased in strength. This said I want to relate that the one and only time I got a flu shot this is what happened to me. I was health for October, November, and December, but when January hit I got the worst flu I have ever had and was laid up in bed for a good week unable to take care of my family or myself. I have never gotten a flu shot again (this was over 15 yrs ago and I have never been that ill since). So if you get exposed to the flu early on in the flu season you will get a lighter stain of the flu and you will be immune to that type of flu for life not just 3 months as with the shots. This information was also confirmed by the Doctor I work for. He chooses to get the flu shot 2x each year because of his work with at risk elderly, but he does not inoculate his own family for the very reasons I stated above.
Now I want to write about ways to prevent the flu and boost your immune system. The first and simplest way is with healthy foods, organic, fresh, and seasonal. Winter time is a great time for lots soups and squash,and chicken soup that has actually be scientifically proven to help boost the immune system. One thing I have used for over 30 years to help with colds and flu is garlic. Many people give me the oh yuck face when I tell them about this so there are garlic capsules you can take, but I find them far less effective than a fresh clove of organic garlic from the garden or bought earlier in the year at our local Farmer's Market. I have used this remedy for over 30 years and have found it to be quite successful at the signs of first sniffles. All three of my children have been subject to this treatment and even at a young age of 2 years old were able to swallow it without problems. Used daily during cold and flu season is the most effective way to prevent colds and flu, or at the first signs of sniffles or fever a healthy dose will do the trick. The longer you put it off the less effective it will be.
Garlic treatment: Take a fresh and healthy looking clove of garlic (just one will do), peel it, chop it up very fine. Put the chopped garlic in a large serving spoon then fill the spoon with water. Have near by a large glass of apple juice or water as the chaser. Now you are ready open wide and dump the spoon with garlic and water into your throat. Try not to touch your tongue with the garlic and swallow quickly with a shot of juice or water to help the process. I find I have little to no smell if I take it this way do not chew the garlic and it should not be cooked in anyway. Take a dose in the morning and at bedtime until all symptoms disappear! Usually this only takes 1 or 2 days to start feeling better. The garlic works through the respiratory and is very effective if used at the first signs or symptoms of a cold or flu. This is not that great for a stomach bug it does not work on your digestive system the same way. My husband at first thought this was some form of torture that I had invented but soon came to realize how much healthier he is now that he does a daily dose of garlic. I even got the flu for Halloween and he did not feel it at all.
The second remedy I recommend is Elderberry capsules. You can find these at your local health food store or co-op. I use Elderberry as a natural antibiotic and find that it helps with many different illnesses. It is important to use immediately when you get sick not after you have been ill for a few days. It is always much harder to get rid of an illness if it has taken root in your body. I do not recommend that you take this on a regular basis only when the first signs of illness occur.
Another great immune booster is mushrooms. I take a combination of Reishi, Shitaki, Lion's Mane, Maitake, and other organic dried mushrooms in a capsule form. Mushroom soup is also a great immune booster. The important thing here is to keep your immune system healthy and strong. If you have small children there are many natural remedies for children. If you have a baby the best way to boost their immune system is by nursing and making sure you are healthy too.
There are many other ways to prevent illness: exercise, fresh air, emotional well being, and a positive attitude. Meditation, yoga, and other mind and body exercises will help boost your immune system. Look to nature first and you can stay healthy for many years to come!
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Summers gone and fall has arrived!
From Grandma's Desk:
I can't believe it has been July since my last post. The garden has come and gone. We held our annual Lavender Festival and spent 3 weeks in Hawaii! So where do I begin. It has been a hot dry summer with lots of forest fires and smokey skies. Today we had some rain which really helped clear things up and dampen the fire season. I am snuggled into my herb processing room cleaning and distilling Geranium Hydrosol. Filling the whole house with the lovely scents of nature. While in Hawaii I had a chance to go to an aromatherpy workshop and distill Lemon-rose Geranium hydrosol. I also took a garden tour and learned about the native healing plants and foods.
Before we left for Hawaii the garden was in full blown harvest mode. The tomatoes, pepers, & tomatillas were thick in the greenhouse, ripening and ready to burst so I had my hands full making salsa and canning. The following is my basic salsa recipe complements of my friend Suzy Fenn-Shawhan, that I have adapted over the years. I use it as a basic recipe but add and subtract according to what is in my garden.
Basic Salsa
20c tomatoes chopped
2c chopped onions
4T salt
1/2c green onions
3 T pepper
10 cloves garlic chopped fine
1/2c cider vinegar
2T chili powder
2c diced green chilies
1T cummin
Mix all ingredients together and put in sterile canning jars in a hot bath for 20 min.
Roasted peppers from the garden. I roast them on the barbecue then put them in a paper bag to cool and then it is easy to peel them.
Tomatilloes and Roma tomatoes fresh from the garden.
I like to use a food processor to chop my garlic, onion, tomatoes, tomatillos, and chilie peppers.
I put all of the ingredients in a big ceramic bowl to let everything blend and to test the flavor. I also like to ad lots of cilantro. If I use pablano peppers I get a smokier taste. I also change up the chili powder I use for different flavors. I like to add a bit of fresh squeezed lime or lemon. I like to use 1 cup canning jars to give away during the Holiday Season. My husband also likes to trade jars of Karrie's Salsa at work for jerky and other interesting items.
I will be sharing pictures from out Lavender Festival, how to dry fruit quick and easy, and highlights from Hawaii. I almost forgot we also built a cob pizza oven this fall and we will share photos and how to.
I can't believe it has been July since my last post. The garden has come and gone. We held our annual Lavender Festival and spent 3 weeks in Hawaii! So where do I begin. It has been a hot dry summer with lots of forest fires and smokey skies. Today we had some rain which really helped clear things up and dampen the fire season. I am snuggled into my herb processing room cleaning and distilling Geranium Hydrosol. Filling the whole house with the lovely scents of nature. While in Hawaii I had a chance to go to an aromatherpy workshop and distill Lemon-rose Geranium hydrosol. I also took a garden tour and learned about the native healing plants and foods.
Before we left for Hawaii the garden was in full blown harvest mode. The tomatoes, pepers, & tomatillas were thick in the greenhouse, ripening and ready to burst so I had my hands full making salsa and canning. The following is my basic salsa recipe complements of my friend Suzy Fenn-Shawhan, that I have adapted over the years. I use it as a basic recipe but add and subtract according to what is in my garden.
Basic Salsa
20c tomatoes chopped
2c chopped onions
4T salt
1/2c green onions
3 T pepper
10 cloves garlic chopped fine
1/2c cider vinegar
2T chili powder
2c diced green chilies
1T cummin
Mix all ingredients together and put in sterile canning jars in a hot bath for 20 min.
Roasted peppers from the garden. I roast them on the barbecue then put them in a paper bag to cool and then it is easy to peel them.
Tomatilloes and Roma tomatoes fresh from the garden.
I like to use a food processor to chop my garlic, onion, tomatoes, tomatillos, and chilie peppers.
I put all of the ingredients in a big ceramic bowl to let everything blend and to test the flavor. I also like to ad lots of cilantro. If I use pablano peppers I get a smokier taste. I also change up the chili powder I use for different flavors. I like to add a bit of fresh squeezed lime or lemon. I like to use 1 cup canning jars to give away during the Holiday Season. My husband also likes to trade jars of Karrie's Salsa at work for jerky and other interesting items.
I will be sharing pictures from out Lavender Festival, how to dry fruit quick and easy, and highlights from Hawaii. I almost forgot we also built a cob pizza oven this fall and we will share photos and how to.
Friday, July 20, 2012
From Grandma's Desk:
Today I went to the Post Office to pick up my new Essential Oil distillation still!
It is beautifully made from copper, and works really well. I cleaned everything and put it all together. I gathered some cedar branches from a fallen tree in a cedar grove near our home on Six Mile Creek. Since I knew the still was coming I thought this would be the perfect hydrosol to make my first batch with the new still. I kept the cedar in my herb room sink in a bit of water to keep them fresh. Then I drained off the water to let them dry out as I was putting the still together.
Isn't she beautiful. I think I will call her the "Copper Swan". I love the long neck and the copper condenser that has such a beautiful shine.
I then filled her with filtered water and cedar fronds that were cut into small pieces. This is a 3 liter still so I added about 2000 ml of h2o and then filled the rest full of cedar. I put everything together following the directions. 2 Hours later I had about 750 ml of cedar hydrosol. I have not extracted the oil off the surface yet, as I am waiting for it to settle out. My next distillation will be a batch of lavender that I picked this morning before the sun hit. I will let you know how that goes later today!
Today I went to the Post Office to pick up my new Essential Oil distillation still!
It is beautifully made from copper, and works really well. I cleaned everything and put it all together. I gathered some cedar branches from a fallen tree in a cedar grove near our home on Six Mile Creek. Since I knew the still was coming I thought this would be the perfect hydrosol to make my first batch with the new still. I kept the cedar in my herb room sink in a bit of water to keep them fresh. Then I drained off the water to let them dry out as I was putting the still together.
Isn't she beautiful. I think I will call her the "Copper Swan". I love the long neck and the copper condenser that has such a beautiful shine.
I then filled her with filtered water and cedar fronds that were cut into small pieces. This is a 3 liter still so I added about 2000 ml of h2o and then filled the rest full of cedar. I put everything together following the directions. 2 Hours later I had about 750 ml of cedar hydrosol. I have not extracted the oil off the surface yet, as I am waiting for it to settle out. My next distillation will be a batch of lavender that I picked this morning before the sun hit. I will let you know how that goes later today!
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
From Grandma's Desk: Ginger Cherry Jam
6 cups pitted sweet cherries
1 1/2 cups honey
1 Tbls. finely grated fresh ginger
Have clean jars ready this will make about 6 cups of jam. While the jam is cooking you should have your jar lids ready for putting on the jars. I heat them in a sauce pan of water that I bring to a boil for 5 min. then let them sit in the hot water until you are ready to use them.
Put all ingredients together in a large 2 qt saucepan and heat over medium until it comes to a boil. I let it simmer stirring often until the liquid is clear and the cherries are soft about a 15 min. slow simmer. I then take my hand held blender and blend for 1 min.to reduce the cherries to a nice textured pulp. Then I whip it for 6 min with a wire whip. This releases the natural pectin. I warm the mixture back up to a bubbling brew. Then using a metal measuring cup I pour it into the waiting jars. Clean off the rim of each jar with a damp cloth. Place jar lids on each jar tighten down the lids and place in a waiting water bath let this bath boil for 1o min. then remove jars and let cool. It takes a few weeks for the pectin in the fruit to fully set so don't be surprised if the jam is a bit watery at first.
6 cups pitted sweet cherries
1 1/2 cups honey
1 Tbls. finely grated fresh ginger
Have clean jars ready this will make about 6 cups of jam. While the jam is cooking you should have your jar lids ready for putting on the jars. I heat them in a sauce pan of water that I bring to a boil for 5 min. then let them sit in the hot water until you are ready to use them.
Put all ingredients together in a large 2 qt saucepan and heat over medium until it comes to a boil. I let it simmer stirring often until the liquid is clear and the cherries are soft about a 15 min. slow simmer. I then take my hand held blender and blend for 1 min.to reduce the cherries to a nice textured pulp. Then I whip it for 6 min with a wire whip. This releases the natural pectin. I warm the mixture back up to a bubbling brew. Then using a metal measuring cup I pour it into the waiting jars. Clean off the rim of each jar with a damp cloth. Place jar lids on each jar tighten down the lids and place in a waiting water bath let this bath boil for 1o min. then remove jars and let cool. It takes a few weeks for the pectin in the fruit to fully set so don't be surprised if the jam is a bit watery at first.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
From Grandma's Desk:
My how time flies when your having fun. After a wonderful 3 weeks on the Big Island of Hawaii, we came home to much needed rain, and more rain and then some snow, and then some more rain. I finally stopped raining around the 4th of July. We have had beautiful cool weather until about a week ago when it warmed up to almost 100 F. But then it rained the last few days and is cool and green and beautiful. The lavender is blooming the salsa garden is abundant with tomatoes, tomatillos, and peppers. The cilantro is coming up everywhere. All the rain has brought us so many blessings and I feel so blessed here in the Six Mile drainage, with the rest of the U.S. having such high temperatures and storms.
Yesterday I spent the day canning organic cherries. They are soooooooo delicious. I have been eating them non-stop since Saturday when I got them at the farmers market. I am so amazed at how great they taste and because they are organic and did not get sprayed down with chemicals I am not experiencing any of the usually intestinal discomfort from eating to many! Yumm, Yummm, Yummmmmmm! But I was afraid I would eat the whole box so I did some canning yesterday to save a little summer goodness for the winter months. I also made cherry ginger honey jam and chocolate liquor soaked cherries are steeping in a jar for later use. Recipes to follow!
We are counting down to the Six Mile Lavender Festival, just 26 days to go. I will post another blog for the Lavender Festival later today!
My how time flies when your having fun. After a wonderful 3 weeks on the Big Island of Hawaii, we came home to much needed rain, and more rain and then some snow, and then some more rain. I finally stopped raining around the 4th of July. We have had beautiful cool weather until about a week ago when it warmed up to almost 100 F. But then it rained the last few days and is cool and green and beautiful. The lavender is blooming the salsa garden is abundant with tomatoes, tomatillos, and peppers. The cilantro is coming up everywhere. All the rain has brought us so many blessings and I feel so blessed here in the Six Mile drainage, with the rest of the U.S. having such high temperatures and storms.
Yesterday I spent the day canning organic cherries. They are soooooooo delicious. I have been eating them non-stop since Saturday when I got them at the farmers market. I am so amazed at how great they taste and because they are organic and did not get sprayed down with chemicals I am not experiencing any of the usually intestinal discomfort from eating to many! Yumm, Yummm, Yummmmmmm! But I was afraid I would eat the whole box so I did some canning yesterday to save a little summer goodness for the winter months. I also made cherry ginger honey jam and chocolate liquor soaked cherries are steeping in a jar for later use. Recipes to follow!
We are counting down to the Six Mile Lavender Festival, just 26 days to go. I will post another blog for the Lavender Festival later today!
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