Monthly Archives: July 2013

To me summer is time out in the sun with parades, bonfires and fireworks. That means a long and busy day with much of it being out in the sun. Well, Utah is dry, dry, dry! After being outside all day, most people want to retreat inside with large glasses […]

Summer Days Lip Balm

July 30, 2013 in Lip Balms by Taylor

Kathleen emailed me asking for help creating a nice butter out of her extensive cupboard for her brother, who suffers from excema. The dry and itchiness of excema can be hard to live with and can be incredibly distracting. Let’s help Kathleen make a lotion that will help moisturize and […]

Kathleen’s Hemp Butter

July 29, 2013 in Lotions and Creams by Taylor

Now it has been two weeks since Tina’s surgery and, yes, she also went to Washington state for a spinning class. Can’t keep a good knitter down. Her surgery stitches were removed after one week and at the end of week two she requested a sugar scrub for her healing […]

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, part 5

July 23, 2013 in Community Pursuits by Tonya

If you are not genetically predisposed to carpal tunnel syndrome then prevention of carpal tunnel syndrome may be the best option out there. I will give you some suggestions, but remember your doctor should help you make the best plan. For those that may be doing repetitive activities – you […]

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, part 4

July 22, 2013 in Community Pursuits by Tonya

I hope that everyone has had an opportunity to visit their local Farmers Market this season. This is a great opportunity to get fresh local produce, pick up that one of a kind art piece, or just experience the community gathering and wonderful foods that can be found at these […]

Give Away Winners!

July 19, 2013 in Drawings and Contests by Tonya

Treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome – there are several options when it comes to relief of carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms. Always check with your doctor and they will help you make a plan to suit you. There are non-surgical treatments such as drugs that can ease the pain and swelling. […]

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, part 3

July 19, 2013 in Community Pursuits by Tonya

Carpal tunnel syndrome is often caused by a combination of factors; such as congenital predisposition. Some people have a smaller carpal tunnel than others, which can result in pressure on the nerve. Other reasons that can cause the syndrome are trauma or injury to the wrist, sprain, over-activity of the […]