A kaleidoscope of sun-kissed golden hues of gold and orange paint the sky and nature; pumpkins, scarecrows and dried cornstalks decorate front yards and porches; cheers of team spirit and camaraderie herald through crisp fall air at football games; cool, windy breezes and the billowing of smoke from chimneys; warm cups of cocoa or tea being grasped while snuggling under a soft blanket; the sweet smells of cinnamon, orange and cloves; and the sound of children laughing as they run and jump in piles of freshly raked leaves. All of these things and so much more remind me of the season we are in. Read More

As a young girl, time seemed to go by at such a slow pace. While in elementary school, I wished to be in intermediate; while in junior high, I could not wait to be in high school; and ironically by the time I was in high school, I was counting down the days until I graduated. Then, in what seemed like a blink of an eye, I found myself wondering where the time went and wishing that I could regain some of the time I lost. Read More

The month of September is upon us and for many it signifies a month of transition. Although the weather still signifies the hot temperatures of the summer months, it also means the return of school and the end of summer vacation. Change is in the air during the month of September, and Jessica Millsaps captures the month beautifully through the words in her poem, September Changes. Read More

In our July issue, we focused on the largest organ of the body, our skin, and how body treatments play an integral part in its overall health. Within our August issue we take this concept a step farther by focusing on exfoliation.  Our skin holds us together and protects us from harm, but did you also know that it is constantly changing, always evolving and regenerating itself on an average of 28 to 31 days out of the year? Read More

Our skin, like our heart, lungs and kidneys, is an organ. Actually, as most of you are aware, it is the largest organ in the human body. Sadly, however, most people take their skin for granted, not even realizing everything it does for them; that is until a problem arises! But our skin has a crucial job to do. Not only does it literally hold us together it is constantly protecting us; fighting off infections so the body can remain healthy and strong. Read More