My intention for this post is to give you 4 tips to think about as you explore essential oils and find which company is right for you. 1. Research the benefits of essential oils by looking at scientific studies AND hearing personal testimonies Chances are, if you are reading this post, that is just what you are doing. I was slightly skeptical of essential oils (EO) for a bit because I am trained…
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Rubies?
Finding Rubies is not about physical rubies. It's about slowing down, taking in the beauty and wisdom that is all around us.
It's about searching for wisdom.
A ruby is a rare and expensive gem, but Ruby was also the name of my grandmother, who instilled in me a passion for life, a love for the wisdom of the world. Over the years, the word "ruby" has become a metaphor for wisdom to me. And that's what this site is about, seeking and finding rubies.
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This soup is perfect for a cold day, a hot day, or really any day that you want soup. The savory miso with the bitter bok choy, topped with cilantro and green onions, make it a very well-rounded dish. We spent a few months in southern China and had a variation of this dish, however it was made with soy sauce and MSG. Soy sauce is not a good source of soy, and MSG isn’t healthy what-so-ever…
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If I haven’t mentioned before, we eat a lot of Mexican food. Taco seasoning is a must in our weekly grocery list. And although it’s inexpensive to buy at the store, some of the ingredients on the bag have me thinking “Why does that have to be in there?”. I get it, you have to add anti-caking agents and preservatives to keep something from going bad on a shelf. But, if you make the seasoning…
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We can all agree there are certain foods that just belong together; cornbread and honey, lime and cilantro, wine and cheese, the list goes on. One of those perfect combinations for me is PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANAS. Toss some cinnamon into that mix, and it has to be delicious! Why I love this recipe: It’s so creamy and delicious that you wont believe it’s not your typical ice cream. It’s super…
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Mexican food is without a doubt my favorite food group. There are weeks that we will eat some kind of Mexican-inspired food for every meal, including breakfast! With lime, cheese, cilantro, tomatoes, some of kind of meat and SPICE how can you ever go wrong? Tomatillos are delicious; but only after they are cooked or roasted. They are extremely sour when they are raw. My favorite way to roast…
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We only recently began venturing out into the world of homemade dressings, but this is one we absolutely love! My husband is allergic to grapes, so store bought dressings are nearly impossible to buy, due to the fact that most of them have balsamic vinegar or some kind of wine based vinegar. This recipe uses apple cider vinegar which is not my favorite, but I find that the sweetness of the…
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Can we talk about how good laundry detergent smells? The smell lingers in the air, in your home, and most notably on your clothes; it even still smells good months after you wash it. But, if I am honest, I am skeptical about what is in the detergent that makes it smell so heavenly, weeks after it is washed. Furthermore, it is concerning to look at the ingredients on the back of your favorite…
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Sneaking vegetables into things that are already delicious has been a hobby of mine for the last few months. It’s so exciting to know that when you are eating a dessert, that it actually has some good earthy fruits or vegetables inside of it (not that desserts with vegetables inside should take the place of eating only vegetables, but you have to have a little sweet sometimes!). I started trying…
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Like any logical person, I am not a fan of germs. Maybe it’s due to the fact that I am in the nursing profession, but I am always thinking about what kinds of ‘crummies’ are on what my family and I are touching and what they could do to us. That being said, when I get to the ‘disinfecting’ part of cleaning, I get really excited. Something about knowing a surface or piece of furniture is rid of…
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I remember when I was a little girl my grandma would put cream (lotion) on at all times of the day. She would often tell me to have cream in my purse, cream in the bathroom to use after I got out of the shower and after I washed my hands, and even a special cream for my face. I always thought she was being a little over the top, and maybe she was, but as I have gotten older I have realized the…
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