Sunday, May 27, 2007

Herban Cowboy

So a few years back now, I was at my friend Mariana's, she had a variety of soaps in her bathroom, one of which was an organic milled soap called 'Herban Cowboy'. From the first time I smelt it I was hooked!

I now use the 'Dusk' soap and deororant, it's organic, so no harmful chemicals, and the scent is awesome. I have never had much success with organic deodorant, and always end up choosing the drug store brands (chemicals galore) in lieu of 'B.O.', but this one works.

It's one of my favourite things. Try it, you will be hooked~

Thursday, May 24, 2007

Happy Anniversary

One year ago today, I wrote my first 'Authentic One' blog entry. Many changes have occurred for me since that first entry.

I hear from many friends and family that they check in daily, thank you for that, I am grateful that you enjoy what I write.

Lately I have been busy, and have not made time to write as often. I will have to make more time.

I really enjoy the outlet, but it needs to be organic for me, and I have to have something to say.

Still, one year, and I still have more in me to write. Those of you who know me well are not surprised to hear that ;)

Love to you all!

Wednesday, May 23, 2007

Bitten

I recently caught an interview with Sarah Jessica Parker on Oprah. I had known of the actress from Sex in the City fame (Even though I have never actually seen an episode), and her celebrity marriage to Matthew Broderick. I had never really seen the 'lady' behind the 'celebrity' and was really impressed.

She is launching a line of clothing called "Bitten". Based in the USA, offering sizes 2 to 22, and no piece is more than $19.99. She says "fashion is not a luxury, it's a right".

She spoke of her upcoming 10 year anniversary to her husband, and the raising of their son. When Oprah asked what she wanted for her anniversary gift, she thought a "note" would be nice. Isn't that lovely? I personally feel that the move away from hand written correspondence is a sad commentary on today's etiquette, or lack there of. Courting and romance is a lost art, but she and Matthew seem to have the market cornered. More power I say!

When two of Oprah's audience members were brought up on stage, Sarah shook their hand and asked "How do you do?!?!". I love the formal elegance in the way she conducts herself. Very Classy!

As my daughter grows and approaches womanhood, I try to instill a sense of elegance, style, and a 'standard' that she can set for herself. It is a relief to see a lady such as Sarah Jessica shining brightly. Her elegance far outshines the dull flicker that the likes of today's 'celebutants' cast in the world. Move over Paris, Sarah gets my vote, hands down!

Wednesday, May 09, 2007

Apache Blessing

Hey strangers! I found this Indian “blessing” on a charming sign in a little shop today and bought it to hang somewhere in my screened porch out back…..as Darr would say, I guess it “spoke to me” :o)

We live in a hectic world and its hard to “walk gently” sometimes or focus on the “beauty” rather than all the negative….but little reminders like this can’t hurt.

So from me to you:

May the sun bring you new energy by day.

May the moon softly restore you by night.

May the rain wash away your worries.

May you walk gently through the world

and know its beauty all the days of your life….


Miss you and hope all is well!
Love,
Lizzy



My girl Elizabeth sent this to me and our friend Susan today....I had to share it...I miss her! :(