Emily Martin

Over the past several months my husband and I have become increasingly more convicted over our use of plastic and paper towels.  I think its safe to say we've all heard about reducing our use of plastic but I wasn't aware of our nation's dependence on the use of paper...

A few days ago I posted on my Instagram page (@aroliving) and my Facebook page about me taking Elderberry Syrup.  It's practically all the rage right now in the herbal world.  For good reason, too.  Elder is known for its amazing immune enhancing benefits.  The berries...

We have entered the time of year where moms tend to turn into serial killers. This time of year is also known as "Cold and Flu" season.  **insert dramatic music**. 

I know we all want the best for our kids and ourselves since we, as functioning adults in society can't a...

I have 3 kids who all have trouble getting to sleep. For years I’ve been using lavender essential oils and other oils to help them get to sleep. I don’t use them every night but several times a month it becomes necessary. 

Over use  of essential oils can cause sensitiza...

If you have followed me for a while you know I love making my own products.  Whether is for cleaning, bathing, general beauty, or aromatherapy/ herbal products I enjoy making things myself.  I have made many sugar scrubs over  the years, frankly, too many to count as I...

Weekly Whiff episode 2 is Ginger.  Ginger has to be one of my new favorites.  Ginger is not only is an effective essential oil but an amazing herb.  

About Ginger

Ginger is found in my home in 4 different forms, dried, fresh, infused in honey, and as an es...

I've decided to start a series of posts discussing in detail different essential oils, their medicinal properties,and the best way to use them.  I've dubbed this "Weekly Whiff". 

I'm starting this series off with some fun Fall fragrances. This week we're talki...

Remember that saying from elementary school about saying "No" to drugs?  I feel as though it can be used in many aspects of life, not just drugs.  Take for example over scheduling yourself or staying up too late when your spouse wants to watch a movie- "Just say No."...

        There are many ways to use essential oils.  Choosing the method of application can give you different results.  How do you know which method is best? 

Let's talk about the different methods:

Inhalation: Inhalation is the method in wh...

We recently had a bout of Strep throat run through our home.  This, for some reason, is nothing new in our family as it seems someone gets it about once a year- maybe more.  

Some people may think that because I'm hard core into my essential oils I'm not one to tak...