Getting Ready for Summer Fun--What You Need to Know

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  I hope this isn't a topic that's a turn-off. My hope is, rather, that it will serve as helpful advice to my female readers.
  
  
  Awhile ago, I read something interesting. It was a short piece explaining how, over the winter, dead skin cells build up in the armpit area. The result being that come summer, aka sleeveless season, if you look at your underarms, you'll see a darkened area where those cells are caught up in your deodorant or anti-perspirant. Not too attractive, is it? The article I read claimed that this was a particular concern of blonde-haired women, but I think it probably applies to others, as well.
  
  
  What's the answer? Fortunately, it's quite simple. Give that area a good cleaning and some good exfoliation. I use soap with "scrubbies," such as a salt bar or something with seeds or pumice. Additionally, a good shower scrub, such as my Shower Glow (I know, a shameless plug) will make this an easy task.
  
  
  Use it once or a few times, and you'll be ready for tank tops!
  
  
  
  Now, if the weather would just cooperate.

New product - Yea!

We have a winner in our blog comment contest. It's Cindy Jones, for her excellent comment about including elderberry in our first-aid kit. Thanks Cindy!

Another great announcement is the introduction of a new product. After many trials, we have a Body Glow for the Shower to unveil! It's a salt/sugar, oil exfoliant that is mostly solid, but soft enough to scoop, and the oil doesn't leak out. It feels great on the skin, and rinses off well, leaving you moisturized, but not oily. The shower won't be oily, either. It comes in our standard scents, Love My Lavender*, Gingered Orange, Spun Sugar, Rice Flower, Fresh Clean Herbs, Lilac, Black Raspberry & Vanilla, Sultry Sandalwood Vanilla, and Mint Medley*. *denotes essential oils You'll love it!

A special introductory offer to my blog readers is $2 off each jar of as many Body Glows as you like. Hurry, because the offer only lasts through Feb. 28.

For those wanting to know, our road trip to NJ was a success. Traveling was easy, with not a flake of snow on the way there, and only a little on the way back. We had such a good time with our daughter, son-in-law, and our two little grandsons, that it made for great memories.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

I hope you all enjoyed your mini-holiday, St. Patrick's Day. It was a pleasant one for me. The weather was warm and sunny, where it's often cold and snowy. It felt just like spring. I know that I can't allow myself to be fooled; winter will return before spring comes in earnest, but it was nice pretending for a couple of days.

We had lots of latecomers at the store, hoping for shamrocks or green carnations, but unfortunately, I had to turn them away, because we sold all we had.

We took an out of state trip to visit our dd, sil, and grandchildren. Their church dedication was on Sunday, so we wanted to be there. We had a good trip, loved spending time with all, and are happy to be back home. :-)

Now, I'm busy finalizing some tax work, paying bills, and working on projects for our garden club. There's always plenty to do!

In honor of St. Paddy's Day, and everything green, here's my special for March:

Your purchase of $10 or over (before shipping) scores you a free bar of any green soap! I carry Sweetgrass, Daybreak (spearmint & eucalyptus), Fresh Cut Grass, Lemongrass, Fresh Herbal, and others. Just ask!

If you'd rather, you can get a glycerin soap with a 4-leaf clover or celtic knot in green, with your choice of scent--Irish Mist, Peppermint, Spearmint, Lemongrass/Lime, Green Apple, and Fresh Herbal, in addition to the above soaps.

Not on site, but available:

Herbal Bath Teas: Oatmeal, Milk, & Honey, Purely Herbal Blend, Four Milk Blend, and Relaxation Blend - $2/ea.
Liquid shower gel: All natural. 2 oz. for $4; 4 oz. $6.00
Lotion: Hand and body lotion - 4 oz, $7
Limited Edition Soap: Lavender Patch, a lovely blend of lavender and patchouli. Very few bars left, $6.50 ea.

I am working on the perfect shower scrub, and having fun doing it. :-) I'll post pics of kids and product soon!