Flower Essence

The final project for SouLodge was flower essence, which is lovely, but I think I'm going to go a step further and create a body spray.  There is just something about scent that brings to mind full-blown, vibrant images of memories.  I would really like to create something to wear and to spray in my home that is non-toxic and carries with it the memory of SouLodge for me, the thing that makes me smile.  It was really incredible to delve deeper into my own soul as well as to connect with others.  Though I am sad to see it end, I feel like this is just the beginning of a new phase in my life.  It is without a doubt that I feel more grounded and, at the same time, open-minded and spiritual for having gone through this experience.  Because of this time I spent on myself, I feel more ready to accept those opportunities that present themselves in my life, not so nervous and afraid anymore.  So, in that vein, I have finally begun a newsletter which I think I might send out quarterly - something I've been asked for numerous times.  If you'd like to receive it, please feel free to send me your email address and I will be happy to add you.

And, speaking of scents, I've been enjoying a wonderful home-made Chai Latte this past week:

Boil together:
1 teabag (I use Earl Grey)
1/2 t cinnamon
1/4 t ginger
1/8 t allspice (I use 2-3 cloves)
1/2 c water
1 c milk
1 T brown sugar
1 t vanilla
Optional: whipped topping + nutmeg
YUM!