Friday, February 28, 2014

Winter Thunderstorms, Snow & Baby Emus



Winter here in central NC can be a wide range of things. This winter has been the extremes. We've gone from record cold, to snow, to thunderstorms, to near 80 degrees and back again. We are still riding this roller coaster this week as well. While we are adjusting our wardrobes daily, the Emus don't really like it. It is rough on them, but they are hardy birds and have fared well, considering. We actually have baby emus hatching this week. We are so ready to get the house and start working on it. Trying to sell a house in the winter is not easy.

It looks like our roller coaster weather is continuing this weekend. There is a chance of a "wintry mix" tonight and tomorrow morning, then climbing to near 70 on Sunday. We're going to look past his and move on. We have a big day tomorrow. Karsan's all-star cheer teams are performing tomorrow. And, my adult coed team is also performing. Yes, that's right... "iFly"! I'm so excited. I feel 18 again. Well, in my mind... my body doesn't necessarily agree. But we have been having so much fun! I'm also trying to find time to get some more of my "That Farm Chick Essential Skin salve" made this weekend. I'm down to only 3 jars. They are selling really well. I already have people coming back for a second jar because their spouse took the first one! It really does seem to work well. I don't even have them listed on my etsy page or my webpage. One more thing I've got to do this weekend!!

I hope you all enjoy your weekend and stay warm (or cool).

Blessings,

JaAnna

Monday, February 17, 2014

Sweet, Southern Snow!


We had our big snowstorm! Now its over. We had 3 days to play, build snowmen, have snowball fights, make snow cream, sled, and get stuck in the snow. Now its over; most of the snow is gone. In a few days it will be nothing but a distant memory as our temperatures approach 70 degrees this week. Yes, I said 70! That is North Carolina weather! You've got to love it!

While being snowed in, I made some Essential Skin Salve! (That Farm Chick) I hope to get it posted on my facebook page by tomorrow and my website up and going later this week. It will also be available at Paisleytrading.com.

The skin salve is my own combination of Organic Coconut oil, Organic EVOO, African Shea Butter, Jojoba oil, and a blend of essential oils including Melaleuca oil, Lemon/Eucalyptus oil, Peppermint oil, Lavender and Emu oil. All of these have skin healing properties and other health benefits. So far, I have had rave reviews from everyone who has tried it. I use it daily!

I hope it is starting to warm up wherever you are! I will wish the warm air toward you all!

Be safe and have a blessed day!

JaAnna