Life is crazy. Things happen. Instead of being a comfortable carousel going up and down, calmly and gently, it is an insane roller coaster. Giant hills, big bumps and hairpin curves that make you think you will go flying into the air – that is life as we know it. Things appear to be happening
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Using essential oils is about as simple as simple gets. Despite that, there are a few problems people run into. They make a mistake or two and, sadly, they throw in the towel. Some will think essential oils do not work. Others will think using them is too complicated and difficult. Neither of those two
Are you flipping out right about now? Cooking with essential oils? I was flipping out the first time I heard it. I know it sounds crazy, but people do it every day. I do it every day. It isn’t strange or hard. Cooking with essential oils is simple. Here are a few tips to help
As the debates continue whether to wear masks or not and if masks are effective or not, there are people who are willingly to wear masks, but, for legitimate reasons, can not wear a mask. Their inability to wear masks is forcing them not to go to work, go to the store and go the
In our ever-changing world, many parents are choosing to homeschool their kids. Homeschooling can be overwhelming and daunting, even for the parents who have been doing it for years. If you are doing it for the first time, it can be even more scary. Don’t let it get to you. Mom and Dad, you’ve got this
Band moms rock! However, does it ever feel like “soccer moms” get all the recognition? Not this time. We are now recognizing “band moms.” There are a lot of us out and it is time we stepped into the spotlight, if only for a moment or two. There aren’t many better ways to recognize band
Do you have an overly-excited dog? What about a dog that is nervous or afraid? We all know that can be a giant issue when you are trying to maintain a calm, quiet and peaceful home. Never fear! There is some help on the way. Try these tips and keeping dogs calm will be easier
It is time to get your mind right! Let’s all start off “right now” with the right mindset. We all need to increase the positive energy in our lives and this is the perfect place to get the positive energy flowing. Just soak it all in and apply it to whatever it is you are
School will be starting around the country soon. Sort of. It may not be the typical way school starts, but it will be starting. Whether you are kids will be doing “traditional learning,” “blended learning,” “virtual learning” or you are back homeschooling like always, there are several tips for getting kids ready for school. Discuss
Taking care of an elderly loved one is…is…is…there is no way to describe it. It is a task (or job or responsibility or honor) more and more people are taking on. Husbands and wives, sons and daughters, grandsons and granddaughters are finding themselves in one of the most time-consuming, overwhelming situations possible. In addition to
When you hear the term “caregivers,” what do you think? There was a time I only thought of “caregivers” as people who had taken in an elderly parent or grandparent. It never crossed my mind there were many other types of caregivers who give care to all sorts of people, pets and even things. Parents
When it comes to using all-natural and holistic products, you will find an insane amount of information, misinformation and outright lies – it is overwhelming. That is why we created Oily Housewives. Think of us as your personal tour guide as you make your journey into a healthier way of life for you and your