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About me

Hey there!

I'm a wife and mom of four. I home school, and former coffee slinger at a local establishment. I have a degree in journalism, and love writing, reading, exploring and discovering the world. I tend to lean toward the future, but do respect where we've all come from. I'm a collector of stories, and hope someday that something I write will help someone to further their journey.

Briefly me

My passion is ...

my kids

I know too much about ...

religion

My parents always told me ...

there's nothing you can't do if you try.

My childhood ambition ...

to write the "Great American Novel"!

My favorite memory ...

watching the sun rise over the lakes

Why I write ...

because I can't "not" write!

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

reading: "Best Travel Writing of 2008"; watching: my graduated son pour cereal for himself; listening to my quiet household before the chaos of "the rest of the family" rolls out of bed!

My first job ...

teaching assistant - correcting Freshmen composition papers for my High School English teacher

My best moment ...

is yet to come!

My inspiration ...

is simply living life each day.

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Health & Fitness > Herbal & Natural Remedies Aromatherapy: Benefits of juniper oil: 1 of 3

In the world of natural healing, juniper berry oil is one of the heavy hitters for versatility and effectiveness. Its usage can be traced to ancient Greece, where this medicinal miracle was used to treat a plethora of ailments, from arthritis to toxicity. Throughout the centuries and around the globe, juniper oil has been a favorite of those seeking natural cures and treatments. The juniper bush is a member of the evergreen family. The most effective oil is distilled from the berries of the plant, although the needles and wood are also used. It's aroma is sweet, woodsy and calmin...
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