Skin Renewal Body Oil I remember when I first made my own product (lip balm), I got hooked on learning and experimenting with more products. This Body Oil is one of my favorite product I ever made. I stopped buying Body Oil products ever since I started making it myself. And it makes me want to share with you how I did it, so you can make it at home too on repeat. Ingredients: Rosehip Oil – Rosehip oil is often called “nature’s retinol,” and for good reason. Derived from the seeds of rose bushes (usually Rosa canina), it’s packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids that do wonders for the skin barrier. Carrot Seed Oil – “nature’s bodyguard.” It is an incredibly potent, earthy oil distilled from the dried seeds of the wild carrot plant. Carrot seed oil is famous for its “anti-aging” properties. It contains high levels of carotol, which helps rejuvenate dull skin by encouraging healthy cell turnover. Natural fruit extracts MANGO EXTRACT / PEAR EXTRACT Ditching the lab-made chemicals for fruit extracts isn’t just a “crunchy” trend—it’s actually backed by some pretty cool science. Fruits are essentially nature’s miniature bio-factories, producing concentrated doses of vitamins, minerals, and enzymes that our skin happens to love. No essential oils will give the product so much fresh and fruity scent than fruit extracts Apple Seed Essential Oil / Mango Essential Oil – apple seed oil is the collagen booster, mango oil is the barrier builder. In an empty jar pour all the ingredients: 1tb spoon – rosehip oil 1tb spoon – carrot seed oil 1 tea spoon – mango extract 1 tea spoon – pear extract 20 drops – apple seed essential oil 20 drops – mango essential oil Mix all ingredients thoroughly and close the lid. Store it in a cool dry place. Fruity Essential Oils – you can get them on Amazon, Rainbow Abby is the brand, with reasonable prices and fast delivery. Many fruity options available. You can add a few drops of these essential oils to your shampoo, hand wash, lotions, face masks, to enhance the scent and results on you skin. Try it yourself today and ditch the commercial brands. Treat your skin with vitamins C & A, soothe, and possibly reduce visibility of stretch marks and scars with natural ingredients all in one jar.
How Do You Handle A Fight With Your Partner? Recently, I have been blamed for everything negative in our family life. We are almost 20 years together, and we have beautiful three children. The argument started in front of family friends. My husband went negative on our church community, and eventually he doesn’t have a “stop button”, so does his voice tone… that’s when I blurted out to stop and cut it out and not talk about it anymore! That’s when it got so heated! He started yelling how I am disrespectful to him, and that everything is always my fault! I mean, I understand why he thought I was disrespectful, because I asked him to stop and be quiet in front of everybody. It just got way too far and so annoying. And this situation isn’t the first time of him being so pessimistic and negative… and that everyone must agree in what he’s saying, and think how he thinks. This all leaves me drained and empty every single time. I researched the 20 munute reset approach. But I just don’t feel like starting a conversation soon. Planning with these “piece talks”… I don’t know… I do know that I have to aim for “I” statements rather than “You”, but I’m just not ready yet… It’s just incredibly exhausting. It’s one thing to disagree on a topic like church, but it’s a whole different level of hurt when a conversation turns into him “flipping” and making you the scapegoat for his life’s problems. It’s really hard sometimes to find the middle ground. I needed to share with this, I believe I’m not the only one here, struggling sometimes with escalating emotions and behavior. So, however you handle these situations… how do you handle fights and these meltdowns, you can share in comments bellow… Thanks
“extra revenue” or “fast cash” online gig… They are a TRAP!!! I, myself am a VICTIM of these posts like, ” 14 side hustles that make up to $1,500 of weekly revenue”… or like, “12 night “jobs” that will make you extra $500 to 1k a week”… and so on, and so on… you fill in the blanks… uh… The only people making real money are the ones selling the dream. You end up working for way less than minimum wage once you do the math. Better to put that energy into something that actually scales. I will be real here – literally me, just a few months ago… “I’ve been at my laptop for six hours straight clicking through these ‘high-yield’ surveys and data entry tasks, and my dashboard says I’ve earned… $4.12? Every ‘influencer’ on my feed makes it look so easy. ‘Just three hours a week!’ ‘Passive income!’ Well, I’m doing exactly what they said, and I’m literally losing money on electricity and coffee at this point. Now the site says I can’t even withdraw the $4 until I hit $50? So I have to spend another sixty hours just to see a penny of my own time? It’s a joke. I’m exhausted, I’m broke, and I feel like I’m being scammed in broad daylight while everyone else pretends they’re getting rich. When does the ‘quick revenue’ actually start?” I – like a fool tried everything they suggested… I’ve put so much energy and my time into making my “side hustles” work, until to the point I got more broke, more exhausted, frustrated, angry, hungry mom of 3 children, and a wife. WHAT WAS I THINKING?! FAST MONEY IS A SCAM If these jobs would have worked, everyone would be doing them on the daily basis, 🙄 no need to post something if it’s ordinary, or if this really works!!! Right? I’ve been trading my most valuable asset – TIME – for digital pennies! The sad reality is, that the only people who are getting rich – are the ones who’s writing posts like that (driving thousands online traffic into their page), or the ones who’s selling online courses of these so called “side hustles”!!! And we believe them… we shouldn’t be anymore! We all need to stop buying into this ****, it’s time to get back up and be smart! It’s tough when you’re looking for a financial win and keep running into “get rich quick” dead ends. The internet is full of “side hustles” that are really just digital treadmills. Stop chasing ‘quick weekly revenue.’ Most low-barrier online gigs are just digital treadmills—you’re running hard but staying in the same place. If a job is easy to start and promises fast cash, the payout rarely justifies the time spent. Focus on building high-value skills, not collecting digital pennies. As a VICTIM of this SCAM, my advice to you as a friend: Keep your job – it pays your bills, puts bread on your table, fills gas in your car. Develop ONE skill – it can be a hobby (ex. baking, knitting, blogging), or anything you dreamed of doing and MAYBE BRING EXTRA INCOME. Don’t try to “kill yourself” doing it best right in the first week. You will exhaust yourself and eventually give up. Start small. Remember that new and small beginnings, grow into a BIG future. Start with posting your new skill one time a week, until you get better and better at it, make more and more of social media posts to maybe share with more audience, not just your family and friends. This is true consistency! This process will develop the true you! Where there’s nothing to prove to anybody, but to yourself, that you can definitely master something other than your job. Just this one skill! And see it yourself into what it eventually grows into being your main income, or continuously a fun side hustle that always helps you to express yourself and bring you joy! Take a breath and remember: your value is not measured by your bank balance. Focus on what you can control today!
Face Cleanser LEARN HOW TO MAKE IT YOURSELF DIY skincare is a total vibe—it’s cost-effective, customizable, and you actually know what’s going into the bottle. However, because your face is a bit more sensitive than, say, your hands, the “how” matters just as much as the “what.” For an everyday face wash, you want something balanced: strong enough to remove the day’s grime and sweat, but gentle enough that it doesn’t leave your skin feeling tight or “squeaky” (which is actually a sign of a damaged skin barrier). Here is a balanced method and ingredients on how to successfully make your own face cleanser: Take an empty glass jar and start adding all these ingredients in order. 1 cup purified water 1 cup Decyl Glucoside (Optional to level up your DIY, you can substitute this ingredient with fragrance free liquid Castile Soap) 1 tb. spoon witch hazel 1/4 cups Aloe Vera Gel 1 to. spoon Pomegranate Oil 3 drops Vitamin E 1 tb. spoon Pomegranate Extract for Anti-aging (Adding fruit extracts to your DIY products is like giving your skin a concentrated shot of vitamins and antioxidants.) 50 drops of Jasmine Essential Oil (you can substitute this oil with traditional 25 drops of lemon and 25 drops of lavender) Mix all ingredients thoroughly and use it daily 2 times a day, morning and evening. Beyond the sheer satisfaction of playing “mad scientist” in your bathroom, making your own cleanser offers some legitimate skin-health and lifestyle perks. Most commercial cleansers are designed for a 2-year shelf life, which means they’re often packed with more preservatives and stabilizers than actual “good” stuff. While the initial “startup” cost for raw ingredients (like a liter of Decyl Glucoside or a bag of Kaolin clay) might seem high, the cost per ounce of the finished product is significantly lower than high-end department store brands. You’re essentially making “Luxury” skincare at “Value” prices. To keep these benefits real, you have to be diligent. If you don’t use a preservative or distilled water, your “clean” DIY product can quickly become a “bacterial” DIY product. Freshness is a benefit, but it also means a shorter window of use! So, you either commit to it, or you don’t. But it’s worth giving it a try. Nothing else in life will never give you that satisfactory feeling of accomplishing something in your life for such a very reasonable price. Good luck and have fun with it!
Make Your Bug Spray Ah, the eternal battle between humans and tiny, winged vampires. Whether you’re heading into the deep woods or just trying to survive a backyard BBQ, picking the right repellent is key. I always thought of the idea that learning how to make a Bug Spray yourself, is a huge benefit. Our nature has all the growing plants avaliable that will help keeping these “vampires” away from us. The most effective Essential Oils that help keeping mosquitos away are: Eucalyptus Lemongrass Citronella Teatree Rosemary Interesting fact: Potted rosemary plants help keep the flies away. Put a few rosemary plants around your kitchen and see the difference it makes. Good to remember: If you’re also wearing sunscreen, apply the sunscreen first, let it dry for 15 minutes, and then apply the bug spray. BUG SPRAY INGREDIENTS In an empty 8 – 10 Oz glass spray bottle mix all these ingredients: 1/2 cup witch hazel 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (optional) 20 drops citronella essential oil 20 drops lemongrass essential oil (You can substitute these essential oils with either eucalyptus, teatree, rosemary essential oils. See what works best for you). Shake the bottle with mixture and spray evenly on all parts of your body except eyes and mouth. When you make it yourself, you eliminate the “mystery fragrances” and preservatives found in commercial cans. You control the purity of the carrier (like witch hazel or apple cider vinegar) and the quality of the essential oils.
Places worth visiting in Oregon Oregon is a state defined by its diverse landscapes, ranging from the rugged Pacific coastline and temperate rainforests to towering volcanic peaks and high-desert wonders. Whether you are seeking world-class hiking, scenic drives, or unique geological formations, the state offers a vast array of natural beauty. I compiled 7 Oregon destinations that are must see if you are traveling to Oregon. And here they are, let’s dig in… Crater Lake National Park is Oregon’s only national park and features the deepest lake in the United States, formed inside a collapsed volcano.The water is famous for its intense blue color and incredible clarity.Visitors can drive the 33-mile Rim Drive for spectacular views or hike down to the water’s edge at Cleetwood Cove. Silver Falls State Park is the biggest state park in the United States. Often called the “crown jewel” of the Oregon State Parks system for its high concentration of cascades. Features the “Trail of Ten Falls,” a 7.2-mile loop that passes by ten distinct waterfalls. Offers the unique experience of walking behind several massive sheets of falling water. Smith Rock State Park is one of my favorite places to go. This place is surrounded with beautiful trails and views. It provides a sharp contrast with its towering spires of volcanic tuff and rhyolite.Considered the birthplace of modern American sport climbing.Offers the “Misery Ridge” hike, which provides panoramic views of the Crooked River and the surrounding Cascades. Moving into Central and Eastern Oregon, the landscape shifts to a high desert filled with vibrant colors and remote mountain ranges. Painted Hills is one of the three units of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, famous for its colorful, striped hillsides. The hills change hues with the light and moisture levels, shifting from gold and black to deep reds. Short, accessible boardwalks allow visitors to get close to the delicate clay structures without damaging them. We absolutely enjoyed exploring this unique place. It’s surrounded with different trails and it’s so panoramic for pictures. Wallowa Mountains Also called Little Switzerland. This place is a must see. You can stay at Wallowa Lake resort renting a cabin or reserving RV spot. Home to high alpine lakes and jagged granite peaks. Features a gondola ride to the top of Mount Howard for views that stretch across to Idaho and Washington. Fort Rock Museum often called a Ghost Town. Located in the high desert of Central Oregon, it preserves the history of the hardy homesteaders who tried to farm this rugged landscape. The museum is laid out like a small village, featuring buildings moved from their original sites throughout the valley to protect them from decay. Highlights include: The Sunset School: The last remaining of 20 pioneer schoolhouses once in the valley.St. Rose’s Catholic Church: The only church built in the valley during the homestead era.The General Store: Packed with period-accurate goods, from kerosene lamps to vintage farm tools.The Belletable House: Believed to be the largest pioneer home in the valley.The Blacksmith Shop & Land Office: Essential structures for a 1900s community. Nearby “Must-Sees”If you are making the trip out to the museum, consider these nearby geological wonders:Fort Rock State Natural Area: The iconic “fortress” rock formation.Hole-in-the-Ground: A massive volcanic explosion crater (maar).Crack-in-the-Ground: A two-mile-long volcanic fissure you can actually hike through. Tillamook Creamery A massive cheese factory where you can take free tours and sample legendary Oregon-made ice cream. Oregon’s most popular coastal attractions, offering an immersive look at the world of dairy production. Located in Tillamook, it serves as a massive visitor center where guests can witness the cheesemaking process and enjoy fresh dairy products. If you teaveled to Oregon, what else can you add to this list? If you haven’t yet seen these places, you are missing out. Make it a one time life experience ✨️!!! Have fun!
Almost Got Kidnapped in Cancun Mexico It was during Spring Break. We decided to take a family vacation to Cancun Mexico to all inclusive resort for a week. Our flight with kids was better than what we expected. We arrived to our destination safely. We checked in, I am not going to give a name of our resort, because I don’t want to sabotage anybody to anything. This can happen in any resort, either in Mexico, or any other country. The reason why I’m writing this post, is for the awareness purposes, and to always putting safety to the highest priority. Now, don’t get me wrong. Overall vacation was bright, fun, and beautiful. We had a blast on the beach with our kids. I included some of the photos here to share with you. Our vacation was in March, and we really hoped for the weather to be clear and sunny. And it was. Weather was beautiful, clear, and sunny, and warm. We did enjoy Mexican cuisine, all lemonades by the pool we could order. Our kids made friends with other kids easily, they are very social. Now, a vacation with kids is a different type of vacation. There is a popular saying among parents: “It’s not a vacation; it’s just parenting in a different location.”While a “solo” or “couples” vacation is usually about relaxation and recharging, a family vacation is about experience and management. The kidnappers…. With all that said, one day, we decided to leave our two kids in Daycare area, it’s the area with fun pools, water play grounds, craft studios, mini tennis and a basketball court. I mean, everything that a kid could ever ask for. Me and my husband decided to stay on the upper floor pool for adults only for 2 hours while kids can have all the fun at the Daycare area. Daycare area was pretty much secured, you know, you check-in, give your room number, sign, and the same protocol when checking out a kid. Parents are welcome to stay with their kids in Daycare, and that’s what we did for all of the days during our vacation. We were there with our kids, except for that one day when we left them there by themselves for 2 hours. So, while we were staying in the pool on the upper floor, after about an hour of our stay, one guy with a mask comes over to us, and asks the names of our children. He explained that he works here in Daycare, and there are some children crying, and that he needed to get our children’s names. And I went ahead and told him the names. What was I thinking? He said – thank you – and went back downstairs. My heart was pounding, I knew something isn’t right here. My husband looked at me, and said to run back downstairs and take our children out of there, and that he didn’t feel right about this dude, I mean why would he ask our children’s names? All elevators were busy, so we took the stairs. We were running down stairs like a whirlwind. I mean I was praying, panicking, crying, and angry at myself. When we reached the daycare area downstairs, this guy with another stranger were already checking out our kids. I ran in there and screamed that I am their mother! While we were explaining the whole situation to the staff, these two strange man disappeared. We never saw them again for the rest of our stay. I wrote about all this, because I want you to be safe, know your surroundings, know and recognize people who surround you, specially when you’re with your kids on the vacation. Never leave them alone in Daycare, even if it’s just 2 hours long. Our children, always need to be there where we are. That’s it! When I think of it now, I realize that these two strangers were stocking us, knew our room stay, they knew our kids very well, and wanted to take an advantage of them while we were staying at the pool on the upper floor. How is it that we never saw them before? Now, we know better and through this experience, we are more careful and more curious. Despite all this, this trip offered us a different kind of reward. We got to see the world through a lens that we never got to see before. Our children are much more aware of how things are around here when not being watchful and careful. I really hope that this story won’t hinder you taking vacation trips to Mexico to all-inclusive resorts. I wrote about this, so we all can be on a watch. And to my conclusion I will say, see the big picture. A family vacation isn’t just a trip; it’s a transformative experience that builds a child’s identity and reinforces the family unit as a safe, adventurous, and loving team.
Essential Oil – Based Cleaning Recipes Essential oils offer powerful ways to clean your home and refresh you spaces. I love the difference that essential oils have made for me in refreshing and in my cleaning routine. DIY home care recipes I use just have a few ingredients. I feel good about knowing exactly what I and my family is breathing and touching every single day. Essential oils are simply some of the best smelling, natural antibacterial options for home cleaning. It’s important to use safe cleaning products that do not contain dangerous ingredients that can be found very harmful to our bodies, children and our pets. Add oils to your laundry routine, sanitize the kitchen and fight mold in the bathroom, and making your house smelling fresh and clean. I have found the most effective essential oils for detoxing and cleaning your home are: Cinnamon Citrus oils (lemon, orange, lime) Eucalyptus Lemongrass Peppermint Tea tree I compiled seven of my go to quick cleaning recipes here and here they are, so screenshot them, take notes or whatever works for you… hope you love them and will be continuing using these quick recipes in your home too. Carpet Deodorizer: 1 to 2 cups of borax (depending on the area size) mix it with 12 drops of tea tree oil and 12 drops of lemongrass. Apply it evenly in your carpet and vacuum. All -Purpose Spray: Fill the empty spray bottle with plain warm water and mix it with 7 drops of lemon oil, 7 drops peppermint oil, 2 drops tea tree oil. Dishwasher/Laundry Detergent: Combine one graded bar of Castile soap, 2 cups of Borax, 2 cups of washing soda, 1 cup of baking soda, 20 drops of lavender oil, 20 drops of peppermint oil. Mold Eliminator: Diffuse 7 to 15 drops of tea tree oil to kill mold in the air. Smoke Eliminator: Fill an empty spray bottle with 4 to 7 drops of rosemary, tea tree, and eucalyptus oils and spray around the house or in smoky areas. Window/Mirror Cleaner: Fill an empty spray bottle with 1 cup of water, 1 cup of vinegar, 25 drops of lemon oil. Trashcan Refreshner: Pour 4 drops of lemon and teatree oils on a cotton ball and put it at the bottom of the trashcan to decrease odor and detoxify the air. You will be amazed on how many unnecessary cleaning products you can now throw away. Believe it or not, you can save a lot money. All these ingredients are very inexpensive and last for months. Most natural ingredients can be found in any grocery stores. Try it yourself and see how many benefits it brings you and your family, and your home!
Bath Salts (Therapy, Relaxation) Actual bath salts (like Epsom salts) have zero relationship to the drug. These are legitimate health products used for relaxation and muscle recovery. Ingredients: Usually magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt), sea salt, or Himalayan salt, sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), essential oils. Purpose: To soothe sore muscles, reduce inflammation, and improve skin health. Safety: Perfectly safe when used as directed in bathwater. Why adding baking soda in your bath salts? Baking soda is a natural alkaline substance. When dissolved in water, it helps to soften the water. This makes it feel “silky” and helps the water penetrate the skin better. Gentle exfoliation that helps loosen dead skin cells, leaving your skin feeling significantly smoother after the soak. If you have itchy or inflamed skin, baking soda is often the “secret ingredient.” It is commonly used to provide relief for: Sunburns Eczema or Psoriasis flares Poison ivy or insect bites Fungal issues (like athlete’s foot) due to its mild antifungal properties. To get the best results for a standard bathtub, use a ratio of about 1 part baking soda to 2 parts Epsom salt. Prepare your Bath Salts in advance. Take an empty jar with a lid 2 1/2 cups Epsom Salt 1 cup Baking Soda 40 drops of either eucalyptus, lavender, or peppermint essential oil, (or an equal combination of the three for about 12 drops of each oil). These essential oils help reduce stress, soothe your muscles, gives a pleasant scent to your body, provides a therapeutic relaxation to your entire body. Mix everything with a fork Close the lid and keep the jar in a dry place and use it when needed. This is easier than you thought, right. Now you have a much more effective Bath Salts product than from the store. Safety Note: While it’s great for most people, avoid baking soda baths if you have an open wound, a high fever, or are pregnant, unless you’ve cleared it with a doctor first.
Modern Rustic I always enjoy visiting open houses to see style combinations of interior designs. And always enjoy to scroll through interior design ideas and find a balance for my home. I decided to share with one post combining the two styles, and that is modern with rustic. This is the first topic about designs in my blog and I hope it works out to generate all useful information here. So, let’s begin. I remembet when we were building our first home. It was a real hassle. Not only we needed to meet all the time lines, we also had to plan ahead on our interior design and choose the style of all the appliances and built in cabinets thoroughly. I looked through every magazine possible and searched through all different styles online. Here’s what I learned about this topic. Finding that “sweet spot” between a cozy mountain cabin and a sleek city loft is what the Modern Rustic (or Urban Farmhouse) aesthetic is all about. It’s the art of pairing something that has “lived a life” with something that just came off the showroom floor.Here is how to master the blend without making your home look like a cluttered antique shop or a cold gallery. The Foundation: Natural Textures + Clean LinesThe secret to this style is contrast. You want to pair the “rough” with the “smooth.” The Rustic: Exposed wooden beams, reclaimed wood coffee tables, or a stone fireplace. These bring warmth and history. The Modern: Thin-profile metal legs, large windows, and sharp, geometric furniture silhouettes. The Mix: Place a reclaimed oak dining table on top of a sleek, low-pile gray rug, or pair a chunky knit throw over a structured leather mid-century sofa. The Color Palette: “Organic Neutral”To keep the look modern, steer clear of the heavy, dark reds and greens of traditional rustic decor. Stick to a tonal palette:Tone ElementWarm Whites Walls and linen curtains to keep the space airy. Earth Tones Cognac leather, terracotta, and olive green for depth.Matte Black Hardware, light fixtures, and window frames to add “edge.” Architecture & LightingIn a Modern Rustic home, the lighting acts as the “jewelry.” Statement Lighting: Swap out basic fans for matte black chandeliers or Edison bulb pendants with industrial metal cages. Negative Space: Don’t over-decorate. The “Modern” side of this style loves breathing room. Let one large piece of driftwood or a single oversized clay vase be the focal point of a room. Bringing the Outdoors inside your home like plants, little potted trees is a great way to bring life to a space. Use greenery to soften the industrial edges. Large-scale plants: Think Fiddle Leaf Figs or Olive Trees in concrete pots. Raw Materials: Use unpolished brass, hammered copper, or slate coasters. Design Tip: If a room feels too “old,” add a piece of abstract black-and-white art. If it feels too “cold,” add a vintage Persian rug or a stack of firewood. Ultimately, the Modern Rustic style is about more than just matching furniture—it’s about creating a home that feels both grounded and forward-thinking. By blending the raw, soulful textures of the past with the clean, intentional lines of the present, you create a space that feels curated rather than just “decorated.” Whether you’re looking to find peace in the natural elements or seeking the structure of a modern layout, remember that the most important element in the room is your perspective. And here I will wrap up with my post and I hope you enjoyed it and got some useful tips for your home. Stay tuned for more interesting posts 📫…
