Motherhood is a marathon. Enjoy the run.
I'm still getting to know coconut oil. I've been using it for several years now, but have only recently begun exploring more ways to use it. Just when I think I can't find another use for it, I discover another one! Coconut oil has some pretty amazing health benefits, and all-natural and undefiled, that's not at all surprising. I love that the same jar of organic coconut oil that I use to … [Read more...]
So delicious and nourishing, this chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food. So far, eight out of the ten of us have been stricken with the flu-bug, so I whipped up this powerhouse of a soup to help boost immunity and detox our systems. Even with the little bit of added cayenne pepper and loads of fresh garlic, this soup is still mild enough for younger palates to … [Read more...]
Maybe it's hormones. Or maybe it's the scorching Texas heat. But I have had some dry skin this summer. Thanks to Stacy, from A Delightful Home, and her wonderful how-to book on simple scrubs, I quickly figured out a good scrub to help naturally exfoliate some parched arms, shoulders, legs, and feet. I wouldn't use this as a daily scrub, and although I have personally used it on my face … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Drink More Water Carry a water bottle when you're on the go. Get a big water bottle, BPA-free, if possible, and fill it to take with you every time you leave. Drink a glass first thing in the morning. This helps get the body hydrated as soon as we wake up. Try drinking before morning coffee. Try to drink a glass before each meal. Not only keeps us hydrated, but keeps us … [Read more...]
I've had some extremely dry skin for a couple of months now. I have resorted to a long list of natural oils, lotions, scrubs, and other remedies in an effort to assuage the flaky situation. You might remember seeing the recipe for Brown Sugar Vanilla Body Scrub, which was largely successful in aiding my poor arms and shoulders. After using an entire jar of this delicious-smelling scrub, I … [Read more...]
Oh my goodness! This stuff smells good enough to eat! In fact, you could actually eat this homemade body scrub if you so desired (although I don't recommend it). But for the sake of staying on the topic of body scrub, I can't stress enough how effective this mixture is for exfoliating dry skin. I absolutely LOVE this recipe that I adapted from Stacy's wonderful e-book, Simple Scrubs to … [Read more...]
MRSA is a scary thing. I believe that the medical community is learning more and more about this bacteria and I hope with all my heart that we can someday, not have to worry about it anymore. I'm not holding my breath, though, especially after having read the other day that MRSA is now killing more Americans than the AIDS virus is, and especially after having read that the "newer", deadlier … [Read more...]
I'm so excited about this giveaway! I've been wanting to share Stacy's book, that is packed full of amazing recipes for simple body scrubs, for a long time. And the time has come. The time is now. Stacy, from A Delightful Home, has so very generously offered to give away not one, but THREE copies of her e-book, Simple Scrubs to Make and Give! In this fantastic book, you'll … [Read more...]
Our bodies are exposed to pollutants before we're even born. Many pollutants, like the ones in our air, are unavoidable. But there are many toxins that we can choose to avoid. Aluminum is one of those toxins. The scary truth about aluminum is that it is found in so many things in our world and it is toxic to our bodies, even in small amounts. From household products to vaccinations, aluminum … [Read more...]
Thank you, everyone, for participating in this exciting giveaway. If you missed this one, be sure and stay tuned for future DoTERRA giveaways, and others each weekend here at The Marathon Mom! Please click here to let Aubrey know if you'd like her to host another DoTERRA giveaway soon. And now for the winner....... Congratulations, Emily (boyz3 email address)! You're the winner of … [Read more...]
Hi, I'm Brandy, and I'm so glad you're here! I hope you'll kick off your shoes and stay a while!
As a homeschooling mom to EIGHT BOYS, I find lots to talk about, including the challenges and beauty of this amazing season of motherhood.
It is indeed a marathon. Thanks for joining me!
