A Midnight Clear

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Winter Solstice – the 1st day of Winter is here.  If you want to experience what CLEAR feels like, just step outside tonight and gaze up at the crystal stars and that crescent moon.  Crisp, pristine, still.  Bring some of that amazing clearness into your space by selecting one shelf or counter top that needs decluttering.  Get rid of the stuff, clean the surface with warm water mixed w/3 drops of pine essential oil and set a glass or silver star ornament on the shelf.  The star celebrates the light you created and reminds you to stay focused on maintaining a clear place.

ReGift Service reclaims Spirit of Giving

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Budget friendly and kind to the planet, ReGifting helps you clear your space and gift someone else at the same time.  You’d be surprised at how much you have on hand that would make a great gift … with a clever and creative assist.  Includes wrapping and enclosure cards. You clear your space and give with intention at the same time.  “Brilliant–simply brilliant!!!!”    

“This is brilliant … it has such merit.”  

“What a great idea Jane.  I love it!!”

4 hours    $125  includes wrapping and personalized gift cards

HEALTHY SPACE Part 2

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 Yesterday, I shared my favorite cost-effective aids to stay healthy during the winter season.  Now, here are a few to help keep your emotions in balance. I keep them on hand year-round but find them especially helpful during holidays and the shorter days of Winter. New Seasons has them on sale until the 15th for $9.99 each (regular $15.50).

MUSTARD:  Helps you lighten your spirits and feel cheerful. Start your day with it.

WHITE CHESTNUT: Calms the mind and quiets the mental chatter. Great for bedtime.

MIMULUS:  Holidays can resurrect old feelings and fears. This remedy helps quiet the fears and give you courage to move ahead. An excellent choice for those out of work right now or on their own – and anyone with money worries. NOTE: If you know for sure where your fear stems from try ASPEN to help lessen the grip.

HEALTHY SPACE

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Living in a clear place and staying well go hand in hand.  It’s hard to do one without the other. Because the holidays call for more socializing and people contact, you may need an extra immune boost.  Here are my personal  proven suggestions to help you stay well year-round.  No prescription, no brainer aids that are easy on the pocket-book, fast and effective!

  • SaltAire-Sinus Relief: You’ve GOT to keep your nasal passages moist to avoid sinus problems and infections. The dry air of winter combined with indoor heat makes us especially vulnerable. If snorting salt water up your nose is too gross – this premixed, drug free nasal wash does the trick. A few gentle squeezes over the sink and you’re good to go.  For away from home, try NOW Activated Nasal Mist in 2 oz. travel size.
  • Gan Mao Ling: Chinese Herbal formula that takes care of cold symptoms ASAP.  3-6 tablets, 3 x day.  Simple and SO inexpensive. (Less than $9 for 100.) Be sure to get a trusted brand like Plum Flower.
  • Chuan Xin Lian: The heavy guns for flu, infections and really yucky stuff.  Knocks out bugs almost overnight! Another bargain at $9 for 100 and you’ll only need a few doses.  Again, get a trusted brand.

All the above are available at your local healthier food stores and nutrition centers – or private practitioners.  Note: Follow label directions and check with your doctor if you are currently under care. 

CLEAR TONES

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 Music can play a HUGE part in how your space feels.  It sets the mood, enhances themes and changes the vibration around you.  And like items on a bulletin board – music can be clean and crisp or chaotic.  Acapella groups capture the pure notes of music in a way that always refreshes me. This season, treat yourself to the pure joy and magic of  Straight, No Chaser.  (You might have caught the OPB special that aired last night.) These guys are pure fun and perform old standards in amazingly new renditions. (Plus they’re really cute!)  They have several holiday CD’s available and any of them would be a perfect choice to brighten your space!  Go to Straight, No Chaser website.

Willamette Week review

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 Looks like the folks from WW followed my tip to check out Happy Sparrow (read our Awards page).  Their review appeared in today’s issue. Spreading the word is always a mixed blessing … like a good thing you want to keep to yourself so it won’t be spoiled.  I’m betting on owners Mary and Danny, however, to keep their cafe as fresh and authentic as it is right now.  Read WW review on Happy Sparrow.

In the Mail

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 Restoration Hardward gets 2 Thumbs Up for its holiday catalog this year.  One of the best jobs of combining elegance and fresh ideas.  Furniture prices are out of reach but worth looking at for style inspiration.  Good deal on several items including plush throws AND this issue features two of my MOST favorite colors: Silver Sage and Celery!  Browse online version.

Between the Sheets

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Nothing says comfort like flannel sheets (except maybe flannel pajamas).  Now is the time to get your bed cozy and soft for the winter nights.  There are lots of grades of cotton flannel – pick a brand you trust.  Flannels can bleed so select light-colored patterns or solids like white and cream.  Wash before using and then before you tumble dry – spritz the sheets with orange or lavender essential oil.  Fred Meyer has good deals right now on their flannel sheet sets. Skip the cheaper Everyday Living brand and get the HD Design – softer fabric, longer lasting and available in a variety of colors and patterns.  Here’s to a season of sweet dreams!