The Fever.

You have it.  I have it.  The fever.  Spring Fever.

It's that time of the year when the Earth breathes new life into everything she touches... including me.

You already know how much I enjoy cooking with natural, fresh ingredients.  Now, let's bring that into the bath...

I need to RELAX.  I feel like I've been through all sorts of roller coasters lately.  Exciting things, Ups then Downs. I've been overcome with thought & planning.  It's taken a toll on my muscles even.

If you asked me to go to a spa with you, I'd likely try and convince you to stay home and to give this a try instead.




I like to do these things at home, in my own environment with things that I've made with my own hands.

That's important to me because when I use ingredients or plants that I've prepared, it helps me to appreciate the journey that those ingredients took to get to me, and the hands they passed through.  Each set of hands had their own story behind them.

...Who planted these lemons?
...Who picked them?

It makes me wonder about those people, and what moves them.  What stirs their soul? Eventually all these random thoughts lead me to meditate and put that positive energy to good use. 

Next time you're too busy to go to the spa, are on a budget or just want to give this a try on your own...

Cut a whole lemon in slices, half of a cucumber and half of a kiwi.
Kiwi and Cucumber are terrific for your skin, and your eyes in particular.

I wet a towel and then microwave as hot as I can tolerate it...

It's important that you remain well-hydrated as the salts draw out the toxins.  Be sure to bring a nice, cold glass of water with you.

I like to place white candles all over the bath.
Add in your favorite playlist or CD.
Tonight, I was playing The Weeknd.  So perfect.

Make your own Detoxifying Bath

I bought a large jar, like the one in the photo and mixed

Epsom Salt

Lavender Scented Epsom

Eucalyptus/Camphor Salts

A small jar of ground ginger

1 jar of Sea Salt

These should all be mixed well inside the jar.

Mix in the warmest water that you can tolerate.  Throw in one cup full of the salts into the water.
These salts will not only serve as aromatherapy but they will also exfoliate and draw out toxins from your skin.

Add in a little of your favorite essential oils.
My favorites are Lavender, Jasmine or Grapefruit.

Add in fresh, fragrant herbs like Rosemary, Lavender, Mint...  Use and combine as you like.
I used all three from my herb garden.  It feels incredible to close your eyes and take those fresh, crisp aromas in.

Throw in the lemon slices.... this is so nice to rub on your skin as you're in the bath.

Ease yourself in and take nice, easy deep breaths.  Prepare to let everything go.
The salts, the ginger and lemon  promise to drain everything out of you slowly.

Place that hot towel over your shoulders and neck. Relax.  Breathe.  Smile, it's quite alright.
That's what you were meant for.  To FEEL.  To Feel Joy.  And to relish that feeling in peace.

Remember to give this a try next time you have a few moments alone, and need to get back in touch with yourself.  Spring's new energy is back.  Make sure that you save some of that for you...

Sweet dreams.

From the garden to your bath