I have a great deal of respect for the work Willie Nelson has done with Farm Aid.  People for a healthier, more organic future have to stick together! 

From the archives, here's a little photo of me with Willie Nelson, back in the day when I used to supply him and his band with organic hair care products.  Did you think those fabulous locks of his took care of themselves?!  :-) 

Happy Birthday, Willie!
 
 
In case you missed my recent posts over at How Does She, here's a month in review. 

Clockwise from top right, "Greener Cleaners" are fantastic alternatives to chemical ones, Up-cycled yogurt containers become adorable May Day (or any day) baskets for treats & flowers, and Teachers and Mothers get the gratitude treatment with a plethora of ideas to say, "Thank You for Helping Me Grow!" 

Click the images below to go to the articles. 
 
 

The eBook Imagine That!  Planting the Seeds of Possiblity is free for a limited time(25-26 April, 2013) on Amazon.com

"Imagine That!" inspires children to imagine the life of their dreams and helps them understand their imagination is critical to achieving goals and happiness. The concept of planting an idea seed is delivered in a simple, playful rhyme with illustrations that visually reinforce each step. Additionally, expanded explanations in the back of the book act as a guide to help parents explain the process of deliberate creation.

Get your copy of "Imagine That!" and help your child create a better world!  It's free for the rest of today and tomorrow by clicking below:

Imagine That!  Planting the Seeds of Possibility on Amazon
 
 
I admit to using performance enhancing thoughts to improve my life.  How about you?
 
 
Connecting with nature can transform our physical and mental health in profoundly beautiful ways.  Research conducted in the areas of "Horticultural Therapy" and "Nature Deficit Disorder" provide evidence of nature's healing power to uplift our lives.  (Click the photo below to read more in my recent article on How Does She). 
 
 
Sometimes life throws you a curve ball you didn't expect.  Other times, it's the day-to-day minutiae that runs you down.  Either way, take time to nurture YOU and give yourself the TLC you require.  See Parts One & Two of my articles: TLC for the Weary, shared on How Does She. (Click on photos below to access articles).
 
 

Congratulations Barb Lewis!!

You are the winner of the "Nurturing You Giveaway".  We sincerely appreciate everyone who entered the drawing and wish we could have given everyone a prize. 

Keep checking back though, we do giveaways on a fairly regular basis so there will be more chances to win.  Your best bet to win a prize is to register to receive the Natural Girl Diary Newsletter.  We only send it out once a month (mostly) and it automatically enters you to win most of our contests.  Good Luck!
 
 
This luxurious medley of products includes: a lavender neck pillow, organic chocolate, Octavia brand organic herbal tea, and organic handmade soap. 

How To Enter: The drawing is open all month and you can enter to win by liking Rosie Made, sponsor of the giveaway, on facebook:  
https://www.facebook.com/rosieMADELLC 

And by liking the Natural Girl Diary facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/NaturalGirlDiary


Then leave a comment below so we know you've entered by liking both! 

Good Luck!

 
 
See my post at How Does She for kids treats with "SECRET"
heart-healthy ingredients!
 
  
 
 
Kick start your 2013 with these tips, tools, and recipes for a healthy new year!
 
Click the image to go my article on HowDoesShe.com.