I have been exploring the world of essential oils more and more these days. For multiple different reasons. To treat colds, tummy aches, fight off flu bugs, help my kids focus in school etc. But my favorite by far is experimenting with them in my baking! You may remember a post I did awhile back. It featured lemon cupcakes with a lavender buttercream. It was a heavenly combination. I'm going to tell you a little secret…those lemon cupcakes were from a box!! 'gasp'!! They were

Okay. I realize we are already well into January but it has been CRAZY over here! I am just starting to feel a little bit back normal again. How was your holidays? I hope you had a wonderful time filled with love and laughter. Our Christmas was a busy one. I love watching the kids as they grow and start to really grasp what's going on. The excitement and the spirit of giving. My oldest who is five would on many occasions declare, "This is the best Christmas EVER!" lol We even