Ellie@Home by Nicole Kapise-Perkins

OH MY GODDESS LOOK WHAT I FOUND AT OH MY VEGGIES!!!!!!! (It's actually from SugarLoveSpices.com, a blog I am now addicted to.) Dark Chocolate Orange Muffins February 26, 2016 by sugarlovespices image: http://potluck.ohmyveggies.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/DSC02087.jpg Dark Chocolate Orange Muffins Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 12 muffins Dense but moist, packed with dark chocolate, with a hint of orange and vanilla flavor, and the nuttiness from the spelt flour. Ingredients 150 g all purpose flour 150 g organic spelt flour 100 g organic raw cane sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda pinch of salt 1 Tbsp orange zest (1 big orange or 2 small) 1 tsp vanilla extract 80 ml orange juice (1 big orange or 2 small) 100 g sour cream 100 g whipping ream 2 organic free range eggs 60 g vegetable oil (I used peanut oil) or melted butter 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips   ...

   I myself have what has been defined as an eating disorder by some doctors. I am reluctant to say I have binge-eating disorder because others struggle with it far more than I ever have. However, when I am experiencing any kind of stress or I am in a depressive cycle I find myself going in and out of the pantry and refrigerator again and again seeking....what? Some kind of solace, apparently. I try to stay conscious of this, and reiki and meditation, as well as journaling help me greatly, as does the constant love and support of my husband. This list only identifies these lesser-known eating disorders; it does not offer advice on treatments or possible cures. I am posting it here to help bring awareness to this very real health issue, and I urge anyone who experiences some of these behaviors to please, please talk to someone you love and trust, and seek out help. You do not have to be alone. 5 Life-Altering Lesser-Kno...

Okay...so in my last post I mentioned that I should stay away from most things dairy, and now I'm giving you a cheese recipe from the great writers at eggsontheroof.com. HOWEVER, the base for this homemade cheese is Greek yogurt (which I can eat), and anything homemade is always 1000% better for you than store-bought. (And there's the added fact that just because I cannot eat most cheeses does not mean you should be deprived of the lovely cheesy goodness.)   Fresh Cream Cheese 500g authen­tic Greek yoghurt Three quar­ters tea­spoon fine sea salt Stir the salt into the yoghurt, then turn the mix­ture into a small sieve lined with muslin. Allow the yoghurt to drip into a bowl in the fridge overnight and the next morn­ing you will have the most exquis­ite, creamy cheese as if by magic. http://eggsontheroof.com/read-my-cheese/

Your face is an insight into what is going on in your body. You will be surprised to find that redness, dry patches or Acne can be directly attributed to the inner workings of your body. Face Mapping has been around forever but you may not have heard about it. Scroll our post to view how your skin can give you a very good understanding of your internal health and possible problems! According to Ayurvedic tradition and ancient Chinese medicine, various parts of our body surface reflect our inner health,  The face map is a way of examining which acne or skin problem is caused by what. Where we break out, rash, wrinkle, or get dry skin can help identify the cause so that you can start to take corrective action. As always, be sure to consult your health practitioner if problems persist. (from The WHOot: thewhoot.com)    Most people I know all agree, when they get stressed, their face breaks out. And for myself, pretty much all...

by Becky Striepe a Care2 favorite by Becky Striepe About Becky Follow Becky at @ glueandglitter Poor circulation can cause all sorts of problems in your body like fluid retention and swelling in the lower extremeties. Often the causes of poor circulation are out of our control, but one way to improve your body’s circulation is with exercise. Check out these yoga poses to help get your heart pumping and your blood flowing! Swelling is more than a cosmetic concern – it can be very uncomfortable. Exercise can’t always totally cure the effects of poor circulation, but it can definitely help give you some relief. For example, my pregnancy is causing some swelling in my feet and ankles, and practicing yoga helps bring that swelling down visibly. I recommend following this up with a warm bath with plenty of epsom salts . You can also try elevating your legs on cushions in the evening, so they are above your heart. Let gravity help you! Ready to get moving and give th...

It's that 'Spring Cleaning' time of year, so.... Great job on saying 'yes' to a healthier, greener and cleaner home! Here's your FREE  Home Detox Cheat Sheet  to help get you started right now. Kind Regards, Laura Environmental Engineer and Sustainable Living Expert ...

 The Top 10 Acupressure Points for Headaches   No one likes headaches. Here, a few tips on how you may be able to eliminate them yourself, without medication. If they persist, however, see your doctor.     By: Michelle Schoffro Cook February 11, 2016 About Michelle Follow Michelle at @ mschoffrocook Headaches can seriously interfere with a person’s quality of life, particularly when they occur on a regular basis. Regardless of the type of headache you may be experiencing, there are some excellent acupressure points that can help you to relieve the pain and get back to things you enjoy in life. While the following is by no means a complete list of acupressure points, or acupoints as they’re also called, it includes my top ten points: GB20 —Known as “Gall Bladder 20” or “Wind Pool” because it’s a point on the gall bladder meridian in Chinese medicine. It’s situated in the depression at the back of ...

   This was one of the best collections of re-worked faerie tales I have ever read :) Each story blends seamlessly into the next, as though the preceding story was the introduction for the following. Elegantly written, beautifully imagined, and completely engrossing.            

I am sharing this because it is beautiful, and because it is accessible to everyone of every faith. I hope you have a wonderful day. <3 Beliefs & Principles ▾ Social Justice ▾ Congregational Management ▾ Careers & Callings ▾ Religious Education ▾ Our Association ▾ UU Directory ▾ Prayer in a Time of Awe Prayer By Maureen Killoran   Holy grandparents of the Universe...energies of creation...endless mysteries of life: You are the music that sounded before our world was born, sound and silence woven throughout the ages, far beyond the most profound wisdom humanity has been able to touch. Be with us, deepen our willingness to live without certainty; to take the risks of living on the edges of our creativity; to step beyond the boundaries of possibility and hope. Help us always to remember that we are in our essence the magic of star stuff: that we are kin to all that is and was ...

Halfway between winter and spring, This day - February 1st or 2nd - has been celebrated in many cultures for thousands of years as the holiday when the light begins to return - like Imbolc, Brigid's Day, Candlemas. It falls on the midway point between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. In pre-Christian times, it was the festival of Light. The Celts called it “Imbolc". Although it is attributed to the ancient Celts, ancient Egyptians, Babylonians and indigenous groups are also believed to have celebrated an equivalent holiday. Also called Brigid's Day, Imbolc honors the Celtic goddess of fire, fertility, midwifery and the young. She is also the deity of poets, and is represented by fire. She is the inspiration to all bards and artisans, scholars and any who work with words. In Christian times the Goddess was transformed into Saint Brigid of Ireland, and St. Brigid's church in Kildare was built on a site sacred to Brigid. The term 'Im...