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where in the world is Bilbo? flying to Florida

I was as excited as Bilbo when we looked up his next home in Florida. He’s going to have a great time exploring Darla’s fabulous woodland gardens and discovering how creepy crawly caterpillars become beautiful butterflies.

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Matron

September 19, 2009

I’m thrilled for Darla, I know she’s been following Bilbo for ages and has been waiting for him to visit!

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Nip it in the bud

September 20, 2009

me too. Have you seen her garden? I wanted to pack myself in Bilbo’s box!

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I visited St Anthony's well again today. We were

I visited St Anthony's well again today. We were a smaller group than planned thanks to Covid, broken down cars and recovery from surgery. Nevertheless it's kind of special that each visit is unique and we were blessed with beautiful sunshine.
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Today we were a band of 3 (versus 8 for my birthday dio in Feb). It was as just me dipping with the company of my friend Sophie. Lovely Suzanne drove and took her teeny chiuahua for a walk. There were a couple of fallen trees from February's storm but it was as beautiful and tranquil as ever.
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My daily cold showers made getting in quickly much easier. I stayed in for about 10 minutes as you can't really keep warm by swimming about. I was ever grateful for my friend Kate's gloves and socks!
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ps. That lovely hound is Ruby, the dog of the dipper who was getting our just as we arrived. I loved her story of a persistent problem with her shoulder that finally resolved when she came for a dip 10 days in a row. The wonder of cold water therapy x
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#wildswimming #coldwatertherapy #forestofdean #naruremedicine

You know those aromatherapy shower washes I love s

You know those aromatherapy shower washes I love so much; the ones that lift your mood and help you relax? ... well here's the science about how we know they work.
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Our RELAX and ENERGY Aroma Showers have been tested using EEG measuring electrical signals in the brain which reveal our emotional state. Weleda's RELAX Aroma Shower fragrance was proven to have a relaxing effect – the scent evoked positive and peaceful images of lavender fields and nature, whilst the ENERGY fragrance was energising, stimulating positive and vivid images of citrus and sunshine.
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Have you tried them yet?
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As if it isn't enough to receive 100 years of wisd

As if it isn't enough to receive 100 years of wisdom when you buy the beautiful "Wellness Everyday" book, Weleda are also gifting a free birch scrub worth £10.50 for orders placed in March.
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Swipe right to find out what is revealed about birch in the book or browse my webshop to find out about this wonderful tree and how we use the young leaves in our birch juice, scrub and massage oil.
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Have you heard of facial cupping? I hadn't either

Have you heard of facial cupping? I hadn't either until last summer I came across Sakina's page, The Facial Cupping Expert. Sakina was just launching a professionally accredited course and I decided to order the cup set to try on myself before deciding if it was something I wanted to offer to my clients.
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Fast forward to 2022 and I haven't got past week one with getting into a routine with my cups (crazy huh, when every day I see brilliant posts and before/after pictures from Sakina). It's simply a matter of adjusting my night time routine but Jan/Feb energy was low and it was another thing I didn't have head space or time for. Or so I thought, ageing stops for no one!
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I reached out to Sakina to see if she'd be interested in having a chat about the cups and how they can be used for specific target areas. I'd struggled to take a before picture and thought a before/after video might be a fun alternative. I'm also much better with accountability when I say to someone else "I'm going to do this" than when just committing to myself!
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So last week we had a chat and you can see it here on YouTube https://youtu.be/5lOTMOdKaMs . I've taken a before photo from the day after our interview and will catch up again in about a months time. I hope to be surprised by the changes from such a simple adjustment to my skincare routine (I expect Sakina will not be!).
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To find out more about facial cupping visit @thefacialcuppingexpert . If you're a therapist and you'd like details about the professional course let me know as Sakina is just setting up an affiliate scheme and it's a good way to test out whether people really do engage with info on IG!

So happy to share this post from Weleda UK. Peopl

So happy to share this post from Weleda UK. People often ask which is my favourite and I simply can't name one. They suit our changing mood and energy levels throughout the day.
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Repost from @weledauk . "We are thrilled to announce that our beautiful Aroma Showers collection has won a prestigious RED Best of Beauty Award 2022 which highlights their “most wanted beauty buys from the past 12 months”.

Weleda’s Aroma Showers scooped the award for ‘Best Aromatherapy’ for their fabulous fragrance in the ‘Wellness that worked’ section, and they said: “We loved this cheering collection of mood-boosting body washes, all of which left us feeling better than before”.

All our Aroma Showers have a biodegradable formula and are suitable for Vegans.
Shop the range here https://www.weleda-advisor.co.uk/shop/nicmoorey/products/bath-and-shower/body-wash.html

My husband asked me when Mother's Day is earlier.

My husband asked me when Mother's Day is earlier. "I've been seeing cards and posters everywhere for so long I thought I might have missed it". I assured him he hadn't and that I would have made my dissatisfaction clear if the day has passed without acknowledgement. (It took me so long to become a Mother that this day is the one event in the year that I embrace the Hallmark sentiments and expect a card). It has become all the more important to me since I no longer have my own Mum here to celebrate with.
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So for any partners out there wondering how to say "I appreciate everything you do for our children" or "we love you Mum" from the kids, here are some ideas for you. There's something for every budget and I can put together gift bundles too.
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I also think as Mum's we should not be afraid of celebrating ourselves so if you feel like treating yourself to some downtime I also have gift vouchers available for Aromatherapy massage.
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Message me if I can help with anything. The date for your diary is Sunday 27th March x
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#loveyourskin #weledalove #organicaskincare #naturalingredients #practicingselfcare #mothersdaygifts #sustainability
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My friend, mentor and yoga teacher @amandajbucher

My friend, mentor and yoga teacher @amandajbucher is offering a Spring Cleanse this week in the run up to the Spring Equinox on the 20th. It's the kick up the bum I need to stop trying to juggle so much and claim some time for myself. So I've planned in daily yoga, nature walks and rest alongside a conscious effort to nourish my body with simple cleansing foods. For just a week dairy, grains, meat and fish are out and tonnes of veg and some fruits are in. It will be a mental challenge getting organised but I'm sure I will feel better for it and enjoy journeying through the week with others under Amanda's gentle guidance.
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Here are some of the cleansing methods we'll be using alongside the alkalising diet:
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💚 Starting the day with birch juice. Birch has been used for centuries for purification and is renowned for its powerful cleansing properties. Packed with flavanoids which encourage the body to flush out toxins, birch leaf extract helps to restore skin radiance from both inside and out. Weleda have been making birch juice since 1924 to help support the body's natural healing process.
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💚 Body brushing to help stimulate the lymphatic system. Just a few minutes daily before your shower enlivens the skin, boosts the immune system and helps the body to clear toxins
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💚 Showering with birxh scrub and massaging with birch cellulite oil. For all the reasons birch juice is effective internally we apply birch oil externally. Cellulite develops naturally – but that doesn’t mean you have to keep it! Extracts from organically grown young birch leaves, rosemary and butcher’s broom stimulate the skin’s metabolism. They’re blended with active carrier oils, including vitamin rich wheatgerm and moisturising jojoba. Invigorating grapefruit and cypress oils for fragrance – everything in this oil is here for a purpose. And it works.
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If you'd like to spring cleanse the natural way Weleda are offering their annual birch bundle to help you. Save £13 on the total cost of the products (swipe right to see what you get for £49).
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https://www.weleda-advisor.co.uk/shop/nicmoorey/product/409317/Spring+Cleanse+Collection+-+Birch

Ive not posted a #weledafavourite5 for a while. T

Ive not posted a #weledafavourite5 for a while. These are my swim bag heroes after time in the pool.
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🌟 Calendula baby shampoo and wash (not just for babies, brilliantly gentle for all hair types)
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💛 Calendula body cream for deeply moisturising my goggle sucked face (did you know this cream is basically skin food without the essential oils to fragrance it so perfect for sensitive skin)
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🧡 Seabuckthorn deodorant. I use the spray deo at home but dont like to take a glass bottle into the changing room. These roll ons are effective, last ages and can be chucked in and out of bags.
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💚 Skin Food body lotion. There's so much I could say about this but "divine" covers it. So beautiful to apply after a shower, the softening effects on my skin seem to last all day
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💙 Foot balm. I keep this in my bag as it's the only time I give my feet some TLC. Happy toes today.
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To browse any of these favourites go to my webshop and search the names above.
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https://www.weleda-advisor.co.uk/shop/nicmoorey/
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#weledalove
#organicskincare
#naturalingredients
#loveyourskin
#swimessentials

Previously known as Avena Sativa Comp Drops, we've

Previously known as Avena Sativa Comp Drops, we've renamed our relaxing remedy so you know exactly what you're getting. For the temporary relief of mild symptoms associated with stress and to aid sleep, this natural remedy is a useful addition to your medicine cabinet.
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Amongst the ingredients in this natural remedy is the stunning Passiflora incarnata or passionflower, a prized natural sedative. This climbing vine only flowers reliably in the UK if given enough sun and warmth, so it is one of the few crops we grow in our Derbyshire herb gardens under cover in a polytunnel.
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Passiflora was well known to the indigenous American tribes for its calming properties, and is now grown throughout Europe as a popular natural ingredient for insomnia and mild anxiety.
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For more details or to buy online visit my webshop here https://www.weleda-advisor.co.uk/shop/nicmoorey/product/206005/Relaxing+Oral+Drops+25ml
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#homeopathicremedies #naturalingredients #mindbodyspirit #sleepaid #relaxingoraldrops #weledalove

Our feet are amazing and keep us going and going a

Our feet are amazing and keep us going and going and going. Yet how much TLC do you give yours?
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If you've ever attended one of my wellness circles you'll know all about the importance of soaking your feet. Physically it's wonderful for the skin and general foot health to soak and then massage the feet. But mentally it's invaluable as it grounds you and brings busy head energy back down into your body. I certainly need that when the whirl of life and Mum juggle is in full force.
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I planned to host some circles in person and online this week but found my diary spaces filling up with massage bookings instead. How wonderful is that, the universe and you responding to my new moon intention setting to help more people in my community 💕
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I'm typing this as I soak (yes that's my view). And when I put my phone down I'll be picking up the fabulous Weleda Wellness Everyday book. So on that note, nighty night lovelies x
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#nationalfeetweek #footsoak #organicskincare #naturalingredients #loveyourskin #weledawellbeingasvisor

Have you tried the new Skin Food body lotion yet?

Have you tried the new Skin Food body lotion yet? This is what the Editor of JUNO magazine, Saffia Farr, had to say about it:
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"This is a fantastic body lotion. It's based on the classic Weleda Skin Food but is much thinner, so it applies easily across the skin and absorbs well. It's made with sweet orange and lavender and has the warm and vanillic notes of benzoin resin' so it still has the wonderful, unique citrus scent of Skin Food, which I really like. Even though it's thinner, it is still an intensive moisturiser and it has helped my skin through the winter."
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#weledaskinfoodie #organicskincare #naturalingredients

Thoughts in pictures. Reach out and hold someone'

Thoughts in pictures. Reach out and hold someone's hand. Smile. Make time for one another. You never know how your small act of kindness could change the course of someone's day 💕
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#kindnessmatters #smallactsofkindness #community #resillience

"What's on your bedside table on World Book Day?"

"What's on your bedside table on World Book Day?" my friend Laura asked.
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We sleep on the floor mattresses so I may not have a bedside table but I most definitely have a book pile. This is currently it!
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@weleda_ni @eminekalirushton @weledauk @lwspellsongs @authormelodybeattie
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#worldbookday
#naturalhealthcare #inspiration #alwayslearning

I've been sorting through my cupboards and discove

I've been sorting through my cupboards and discovered a forgotten box of stock from my Christmas stall! Lucky for me as it's all products I love so that if I'm left with it then nothing is wasted. It's lucky for you too if you need any small gifts for birthdays, thank yous or farewells. And who wouldn't love to give their Mum something lovely for Mother's Day? Message me for gift ideas - I can make suggestions for any budget
(see stories for more info about these products)
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I don't have my Mum here to celebrate anymore but I'm excited about having some creative time with my talented friend @qwerky_creations to make something for her graveside 💕
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#weledalove #mothersdaygift #loveyourself #practicingselfcare #naturalingredients #organicskincare #nonasties #ecofriendlyliving #peopleplanetprofit

We really don't shout about these amazing shampoos

We really don't shout about these amazing shampoos enough. I've just posted an IG story and decided they deserve a post of their own. Where else can you buy a 100% natural, organic #nonasties shampoo for £5.95? (and in packaging made from recycled plastic and returned to Weleda for recycling again which plants trees in the Rainforest belt?)
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These 2in1 kids shampoo and body washes are mild and gentle for delicate skin and hair and have been developed with kids, for kids. Plenty of adults use them too and for holidays, and at home, it's great to be able to use one product for the whole family.
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💙 MIGHTY MINT - the mellow freshness of spearmint with a hint of lavender to encourage focus in the morning with a busy day ahead or calm at the end of an action packed day
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🧡 HAPPY ORANGE - zesty orange essential oils blended with a hint of vanilla to create a feel-good, sweet fruitiness that's full of light and happiness
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💚 LIVELY LIME - zesty lime and lemon essential oils to create an upbeat, energetic mood that's bursting with positivity.
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£5.95 for a 150ml tube. As with all Weleda products a little goes a long way! Can't decide which flavour? Try all 3 - one for home, one for the swim bag and one for the kids favourite sleepover location!
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https://www.weleda-advisor.co.uk/shop/nicmoorey/products/kids.html
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#weledalove #loveyourskin #kidsshampoo #organicingredients #weledakids

It may be stormy outside but there's always sunshi

It may be stormy outside but there's always sunshine inside when you twist the lid off a skin food body butter (you can thank the sweet orange and lavender for that). For the next 10 days you can grab a jar for £10. Whether you're already a fan of this deeply nourishing cream for dry skin, would like to try it for the first time or have plans to #buyonegiftone there's no better time.
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So why have Weleda created this fabulous offer for you? It's to celebrate their role at London Fashion Week where Weleda host"The Model Zone". This downtime haven gifts models space to unwind, eat healthily and enjoy a massage with Weleda's beautiful organic products. There's no cost to the models (contrary to what you might think they're not earning mega bucks, most are students) and they leave with a Weleda goody bag.
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My dear friend @karon_therapies will be working this weekend at LFW gifting her care and love in her massages and I know what a treat the models are in for.
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If you'd like to try skin food body butter or any other products I look forward to hearing from you. You don't have to buy a whole jar if you'd like to #trybeforeyoubuy - I have sample sachets here. If you already know how much you love SF body butter I can order for local friends or you can buy online here
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https://www.weleda-advisor.co.uk/shop/nicmoorey/product/106061/Skin+Food+Body+Butter+150ml
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Postage is free over £45 and when your basket reaches £60 a free Love shower wash worth £8.25 will automatically be added. Happy browsing x
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#weledalove #skinfoodie #skinfoodbodybutter #LFW #loveyourskin #naturalingredients #organicskincare

I'm full of cautionary tales at the moment! After

I'm full of cautionary tales at the moment! After last week's food poisoning story, my example this week of putting knowledge into practice is with burns. I'm sharing this not so much to sing the praises of the products I use but in the hope that you may never need to use them by not getting burned in the first place!
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I was having a lovely bath last night with candles lit in glass jars while reading my book. After about an hour I was just thinking about getting out when I heard a pop and crack and a scorching hot piece of glass landed on me. I shot up and it fell into the water and I realised one of the candle glasses was broken. I hadn't noticed that the wax inside was pooling on one side so the heat from it was in direct contact with the glass. It obviously got too hot for the glass to handle.
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I leapt into action to first cool the skin but it's not so easy to run your torso under a tap for 10 minutes like you would a hand! So I got dressed and used a wrapped ice pack. I applied lavender essential oil to the burn and took the homeopathic remedy Cantharis. I went to bed with my ice pack and applied the lavender oil a couple more times in the night when I woke. In the morning I applied combudoron ointment which is a blend of arnica and nettles to help with the sting and heat. Today I've hardly noticed it - it's only sore if I touch it so I'm not! I don't think it's going to blister and I'm happy the skin beneath is intact. I'm supremely grateful it's a burn I'm dealing with and not a cut from flying glass.
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Have you heard of using lavender essential oil to treat burns? It's one of only two essential oils you can apply to the skin neat (the other is tea tree) and it's where the art of aromatherapy is said to begin. In 1910 a French chemist called Gattefosse was badly burned on his hands when a glass flask he was using exploded. He saw miraculous healing of his burns, with no subsequent scarring, when he applied lavender oil. He became even more resolved to continue his experiments extracting essential oils. Thank goodness he did so that we have amazing knowledge of how plant oils can heal.
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#aromatherapyoils #naturalfirstaid

We've been married for 23 years and have never rea

We've been married for 23 years and have never really gone in for celebrating Valentines Day. We've always chosen time together over gifts. As we get older and couple time is more rare I completely love the unconditional love of small gestures. Like running the bath for me and knowing what I like added to it. Making me a cup of tea. Getting me ice packs to relieve a migraine. All love tokens that cost nothing but mean so much
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I know some people put a lot of care into coming up with new gift ideas each year which is beautiful. For others buying something they know their partner already loves is the ultimate "I love you and I know you love this so I don't want you to run out".
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If I can help with any gift ideas do let me know. I have beautiful Weleda oils and lotions in stock from our signature ranges of wild rose, pomegranate, seabuckthorn and citrus. I have wellbeing vouchers for Aromatherapy treatments and can put together gift sets according to your budget with a mix of Weleda products and Tisserand or Amphora Aromatics aromatherapy gifts.
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ps. I know Valentines Day can be hard for people without someone to share it with, if that's what they'd like. I'm sending you love and have samples I'm happy to gift you if you'd like to give yourself some love this week x
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#valentinesgifts #loveyourself #loveyourbody #practicingselfcare #naturalwellbeing #galantines #weledawellbeingadvisor

I'm planning dates for wellness circles in March a

I'm planning dates for wellness circles in March and what better time than in National Feet Week. Would you like to join me? If you've been before you're always welcome again - bring a friend this time 💚
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I'd you've not been before, what can you expect?
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💚 a relaxing foot bath using Weleda's arnica muscle soak or soothing epsom salts
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💚 a guided meditation while soaking feet
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💚 TLC for feet using birch scrub and organic body washes followed by reflexology massage using organic body oils
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💚 Soothing hard working dry areas on feet with cooling foot balm
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Fancy it? Gift yourself an hour (+30 mins to chat over a cuppa) and let me know which day you are free. Sessions have worked best in the past straight from school run 9.30-11am so you still have the rest of the day. An afternoon pre school run option is also available from 1.30-3pm if there is demand for it. If enough people are interested I am willing to chill with you for the whole of National Feet Week (Mon 7th - Sat 12th March)!
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#nationalfeetweek #naturalwellbeing #holistichealth #wearenature #mindbodyspirit #tlcforfeet

I'm beginning to feel a bit more human after poiso

I'm beginning to feel a bit more human after poisoning myself with way-past-it mushrooms yesterday! I'm so grateful for my natural remedies in times of need. And especially thankful for this simple homeopathy guide when my head is too fuzzy from sickness to think straight!
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I was so sick yesterday and while nausea can make you really sensitive to smells, particularly food ones, I always find comfort in the fragrances I know and love. So as I turned in for bed I still massaged a little wild rose oil into my neck and shoulders. My peppermint oil supported me through the drilling headache. And this morning's bath was accompanied by my Reiki incense. Aromas are so evocative and soothing in times of need!
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What helps you when you're sick?
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#naturalremedies #homeopathicfirstaid #weledalove #wearenature

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