NATURAL SEDATIVES FOR INSOMNIACS

We all get insomnia, some more often than others. This common problem is something that millions of people seek drug treatment for that ends up in chemical dependency. Taking just a few herbs can help the body and mind relax. These herbs have no side effects and are effective- so effective and safe that they have been widely used throughout thousands of years. Here are some of the herbs I have planted in my herb garden to use as sedatives for my family:

1. Chamomile
2. Coriander
3. St. John’s Wort
4. Valerian Root

These are just my opinions. You should do your own research when trying anything on this site.

the true meaning of peace

There once was a king who offered a prize to the artist
who would paint the best picture of peace. Many artists
tried. The king looked at all the pictures. But there
were only two he really liked, and he had to choose
between them.

One picture was of a calm lake. The lake was a
perfect mirror for peaceful towering mountains all around
it. Overhead was a blue sky with fluffy white clouds.
All who saw this picture thought that it was a perfect
picture of peace.

The other picture had mountains, too. But these were rugged
and bare. Above was an angry sky, from which rain fell and in which lightning played. Down the side of the mountain tumbled a foaming waterfall. This did not look peaceful at all.

But when the king looked closely, he saw behind the waterfall a tiny bush growing in a crack in the rock. In the bush a mother bird had built her nest. There, in the midst of the rush of angry water, sat the mother bird on her nest - in perfect peace.

Which picture do you think won the prize? The king chose the second picture. Do you know why?

"Because," explained the king, "peace does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble, or hard work. Peace means to be in the midst of all those things and still be calm in your heart. That is the real meaning of peace."

USES FOR LEMON BALM

Lemon Balm is a member of the mint family. It has a pleasant aroma and taste of a lemony mint sort. This is a wonderful anti-viral herb!!! Taking it when the body has a virus of any sort can clean the body of the problem and limit the time sick. Along with this superb quality, it is also a tranquilizer and can heal the body in a number of ways including:
• stops the division and growth of tumors
• significantly reduces symptoms of Grave’s disease
• cures eczema
• gets rid of headaches and migraines
• diminishes or eliminates symptoms of gout
• alleviates colic
• controls symptoms of ADHD
• potent anti-histamine elements

These are just my opinions. You should do your own research when trying anything on this site.

the best time of my life

It was August 24, and in two days I would be turning thirty. I was insecure about entering a new decade of my life and feared that my best years were now behind me.

My daily routine included going to the gym for a workout before going to work. Every morning I would see my friend Nicholas at the gym. He was seventy-nine years old and in terrific shape. As I greeted Nicholas on this particular day, he noticed I wasn't full of my usual vitality and asked if there was anything wrong. I told him I was feeling anxious about turning thirty. I wondered how I would look back on my life once I reached Nicholas's age, so I asked him, "What was the best time of your life?"

Without hesitation, Nicholas replied, "Well, Joe, this is my philosophical answer to your philosophical question:

"When I was a child in Austria and everything was taken care of for me and I was nurtured by my parents, that was the best time of my life.

"When I was going to school and learning the things I know today, that was the best time of my life.

"When I got my first job and had responsibilities and got paid for my efforts, that was the best time of my life.

"When I met my wife and fell in love, that was the best time of my life.

"The Second World War came, and my wife and I had to flee Austria to save our lives. When we were together and safe on a ship bound for North America, that was the best time of my life.

"When we came to Canada and started a family, that was the best time of my life.

"When I was a young father, watching my children grow up, that was the best time of my life.

"And now, Joe, I am seventy-nine years old. I have my health, I feel good and I am in love with my wife just as I was when we first met. This is the best time of my life."

USES FOR CHICORY

Chicory is considered by many to be a weed. But little do these people realize that it is also a very nutritious plant. It is versatile and all parts can be eaten. It grows pretty much anywhere and can often be found in vacant land lots, fields, and even alongside the road. The roots can be boiled and serve as a vegetable, the leaves can be washed and become a nutritious salad and if one wished to have a drink such as coffee they can toast the root and crush it to deliver a warm substitute.

These are just my opinions. You should do your own research when trying anything on this site.

the mexican fisherman

The American investment banker was at the pier of a
small coastal Mexican village when a small boat with
just one fisherman docked.

Inside the small boat were several large yellow fin tuna.
The American complimented the Mexican on the quality
of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them.

The Mexican replied, "Only a little while."

The American then asked, "Why didn't you stay out longer
and catch more fish?"

The Mexican said, "With this I have more than enough to support my family's needs."

The American then asked, "But what do you do with the rest of your time?"

The Mexican fisherman said, "I sleep late, fish a little, play with my children, take siesta with my wife, Maria, stroll into the village each evening where I sip wine and play guitar with my amigos, I have a full and busy life."

The American scoffed, "I am a Harvard MBA and could help you. You should spend more time fishing; and with the proceeds, buy a bigger boat: With the proceeds from the bigger boat you could buy several boats. Eventually you would have a fleet of fishing boats. Instead of selling your catch to a middleman you would sell directly to the
processor; eventually opening your own cannery. You would control the product, processing and distribution. You would need to leave this small coastal fishing village and move to Mexico City, then Los Angeles and eventually New York where you will run your ever-expanding enterprise."

The Mexican fisherman asked, "But, how long will this all take?"

To which the American replied, "15 to 20 years."

"But what then?" asked the Mexican.

The American laughed and said that's the best part. "When the time is right you would announce an IPO and sell your company stock to the public and become very rich, you would make millions."

"Millions?...Then what?"

The American said, "Then you would retire. Move to a small coastal fishing village where you would sleep late, fish a little, play with your kids, take siesta with your wife, stroll to the village in the evenings where you could sip wine and play your guitar with your amigos."

WHAT IS A TINCTURE?

A tincture is used for a variety of health conditions and it is often used in homeopathic or herbal medicine. Prior to the last decade or so tinctures were utilized widely as a form of medicine. A tincture is consumed to heal medical condition or health problems. The steps below are how you can make a tincture at home to help treat your minor health issues.

1. A strong alcohol such as vodka, rum or gin can be used.
2. Stick the needed herbs in a jar.
3. Fill a jar half way with the alcohol (over the herbs).
4. Let the tincture sit for 1-2 weeks and drink a small portion (portions should be researched!) each day for symptoms.

These are just my opinions. You should do your own research when trying anything on this site.