Essential oils are something I've always had some curiosity about, and for my birthday I received this very cool Bitcoin-emblem-bearing diffuser from Organic Aromas so it's something I'll be researching

This was the view of the garden at a spot outside Langley BC on a wonderfully sunny winters day. This shot was taken in January 2012 on an iPhone 4S

I just love the power of essential oils. If you are dealing with some painful parts, I'd give wintergreen a try. If you have sensitive skin, you can always dilute it with some sweet almond or coconut oil.

I have decided that Mondays I will be sharing My Apothecary. I have been foraging for plants for many years, and I have decided to share what I have been collecting. This is also helping me get everything

I've quit smoking a week ago and started dipping immediately after quitting. We all need a vice right? I chose to switch due to second hand smoke. I rather just hurt myself, then hurt everyone around me.

Looking out from my office window now. I just noticed the tiny snow drops outside! It was 80 F (about 27 C) on Monday, it has been at least 5 years since it snowed here.