Changes in the Weather

As winter's cold weather approaches, and everyone closes up their house, allergies may be more pronounced. This could be a result of better seals on windows and doors as we strive to be more energy-conscious. We save money by keeping the cold air out and warm air in. And it works. Unfortunately, pollens and molds that went unnoticed are trapped in your house along with the heat.

There are a few ways to reduce allergens now that the house isn't 'breathing'.

1. Dust frequently with either a good feather duster or a damp cloth

2. Vacuum carpets and sweep floors twice weekly

3. Vacuum furniture at least weekly

4. Vacuum mattresses before putting clean sheets on

5. Change sheets weekly

6. Keep an eye out for bubbles in bathroom paint or flooring - it could indicate a leak that, while small, could create a mold problem.

7. Check that bathroom and stove fans vent outside of the house rather than recirculating the air.

8. Have your furnace serviced and have your vents professionally vacuumed

And don't forget to enjoy the weather as seasons change. Outside games and long walks will keep you healthy and you'll have fun. Or take some time to play some board games.

Enjoy good health and a healthy family!

Kim

I am sitting inside my home with the windows closed because of nearby pesticide spraying, and I hear the rain and wind outside, battering the house, the grass, the garden...and the wind-chimes.

I an energized and invigorated as the storm continues on its way, thunder and lightening punctuating every sentence. I remember playing in the rain storms, jumping in puddles and standing on the porch when the lightening and thunder arrived.

It's my Dad, I remember most, calling us outside to watch the lightening and see the sky when one or another amazing view presented itself. I remember, too, those nights after the rains, outside with flashlights to gather nightcrawlers. It was a wonderful ritual to share, one I didn't appreciate as much as I do now. I don't remember fishing the next day, and there are times I'm sure my father put the nightcrawlers back into the garden because he worked the next morning. With my mother I watched the meteors, rode snomobiles, and saw her come alive in nature during those times. I miss those days, the times we''ll only share in our memories now and then.

Those are the kinds of rituals that happen, and offer fond memories. And I think about our rituals, and how some were passed down. I call the kids out no matter the time, to see the aurora borealis or to enjoy the meteor showers. We garden together like my mother and I did, and I encourage the neighborhood kids to share our back yard and the garden. I watch my husband share stories and play with the kids and listen to the teenagers, and I hope we're building the kinds of memories that we both carry from our past.

My hope for everyone today is to look at the rituals of your life. Which do you share with your children? Is there something more you want to share with your children? Your partner? Anyone? If so, start today. There's something satisfying in knowing we're creating future happy memories.

Kim

Today has been a busy day of shifting, moving, decluttering, and gathering where appropriate. Most of this has been happening in my life for the last month. Now it's time for the blogs to have some attention.

I currently use EFT on myself and my family. I love this because you can do so much with it, and at the same time, it doesn't interfere with any other treatment.

I am learning Reiki, and as I am able, I will offer information on such things as I can.

I know that everyone needs some healing in their life...for themselves, their family, or their community. So give it a try.

The list below is likely to change now and again as I add or delete my links. (Actually, I'm hoping it does what it's supposed to, and people here will be the only ones to view the videos I choose. )

Hope you enjoy it as much as I do! It's free to learn, there is a book that is free, and other videos as well. The only charges are for the programs of teaching they have, which I am saving up for.


http://www.youtube.com/my_playlists?p=A0FB0C9B8F599086

Let me know what you think.