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I live in beautiful Sedona, Arizona, USA having immigrated here from England in 2006.

I have travelled extensively throughout Europe, Central America, Australia, New Zealand and the USA and experienced a lot of different places and 'careers' before settling

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Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Traditions & Themes Creative ways to personalize your wedding: 1 of 27

Using aromatherapy for weddingsWeddings are thought to be one of the greatest occasions of a woman's life. Hence, they can also become one of the most stressful events! From finding the perfect dress, to catering for 100's of people, not to mention where to place Great Aunt Jennie to avoid any further family upsets Weddings c... More..
Health & Fitness > Herbal & Natural Remedies Essential oils and aromatherapy: 1 of 17

About aromatherapy essential oilsEssential oils have been used for centuries in one form or another. Many civilizations have recognized the uses of plants before they emerged today in their present usage. The earliest recorded use of aromatherapy can be attributed to the use of plants and plant extracts in the use of medicine... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Health (Other) What is reflexology: 1 of 8

What is reflexology?Reflexology is an ancient practice which has grown in popularity in recent years. In basic terms, it has been described as a massage, but it is in reality a lot more than that. It is a practice which involves either the feet, hands or ears and the simple techniques are now expanding to involve a lot of off... More..
Sciences > Archaeology Ancient cities: Archeological lessons: 1 of 6

Archaeological Lessons: Gardens and perfumery making in ancient PompeiiAncient Pompeii was a bustling and metropolitan city of its time until it was devastated and buried completely on a fateful night in August 79 A.D. by the eruption of Vesuvius. Many believed that it was fate or the revenge of the Gods, as ancient Pompeii w... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Natural home fragrances: They smell great, but are they safe for your family?: 5 of 12

Natural fragrances for your home have never been more popular. From candles to incense to air fresheners, there are a multitude of products to choose from. So how do you separate true 'natural' from 'unnatural'?The meaning of 'natural'A 1986 report by the National Academy of Sciences states that 95% of fragrances are, in fact... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Health (Other) What is aromatherapy?: 8 of 18

What is aromatherapy?Origins of aromatherapyThe term aromatherapy or perhaps it is more appropriate to use the term aromatherapie', as its language of origin was French, was coined in 1928 by the French chemist, Rene-Maurice Gattefosse. It was quite by accident that modern day aromatherapie' was born. Gattefosse severely burn... More..
Style & Beauty > Skin Care (Other) Skin care with natural products: 4 of 9

Skincare with natural products: aromatherapyToday, the word natural' is applied to virtually anything from cosmetics to food, even clothes, as we seek out the au naturel'. Skin care is no exception. Organic, herbal extracts and natural made products have never been more popular. Aromatherapy has been used in skin care for cen... More..
Health & Fitness > Herbal & Natural Remedies The healing benefits of lavender: 4 of 7

The Healing Benefits of LavenderTrue Lavender (lavandula angustifolia) is known for a number of healing benefits and is familiar to almost everyone. It is one of the most versatile plants in both herbal medicine and aromatherapy. In addition to true lavender, there are also a number of varieties of lavender and hybrids which ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Camping nightmares: 11 of 11

Camping, in the real sense of the word, is relatively new to me; growing up in England, our vacations consisted of a week or two 'caravaning' usually in the pouring rain. So when my husband suggested camping, as in a tent, I enthusiastically agreed; after all, now living in Arizona, the rain was a distant memory. However, I d... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Therapies Aromatherapy and essential oil quality: 5 of 5

Aromatherapy and essential oil qualityChoosing an essential oil of quality for aromatherapy use is more difficult than it may be first thought. A pure essential oil should be extracted from the plant to reach the bottle in its purest form. However, from plant to bottle is open to all sorts of potential interference.At the wor... More..