Sunday, April 1, 2018

Melting Basket 119: Wallowing in Strawberries and Fruits


Wax from the last basket that I melted and fell in love with: Handmade in Florida Enchanted Woods (Guys. This one was AMAZING, it threw for three days straight and smelled of the most calming woodsy incense.) and Meditate, CFTKR Peppermint and Cypress, TDC Blackberry Frankincense, FP Cut Throat Barbershop.

Candles From the Keeping Room- Fresh Picked Strawberry
Candles From the Keeping Room- Strawberry Cotton Candy
Candles From the Keeping Room- Strawberry Saltwater Taffy
Candles From the Keeping Room- Jill's Strawberry Cream Jelly Roll
Candles From the Keeping Room- Creamy Peppermint Serendipity
Candles From the Keeping Room- Serendipity Marshmallow Delight
Candles From the Keeping Room- 2543
Rosegirls- Rosegirl's Garden/Raspberry Sauce/Vanilla Bean Noel
The Bathing Garden- Painting the Roses Red
Glitterati- Tahiti Treat

If you would like me to review any of these scents please let me know which ones below. 


A new month emerges today and I want it to be the harbinger of change. After pretty much a whole month of March sitting in a chrysalis of stillness, I am ready to shed this old, too tight exoskeleton. 


I want to thoughtfully set my intentions for this change and focus on ways to heighten my health and magnify small happinesses. I watch my garden grow but I also make an effort to water it and pluck the tiny weeds and monitor the bitty biting bugs that eat away at it one minute nibble at a time. I neglect looking at myself in the mirror, I don't water myself with the good things my body and soul crave. I let all the little foxes in the vineyard nibble at me. The weeds are growing. They are tall enough that I mistake them for nourishing things but really they are slowly sapping away my energies. Time to prune. Time to pluck. Time to prioritize. 


I am resetting on the Whole30 April 15th. I am going to walk again in the evenings. I am going to seek out the sunshine and nature. 

Spring is here. Happy Easter. How are you going to nourish yourself?

12 comments:

  1. You are such a good writer. I have been repeating something to myself for a few months now, along the lines of, "you have to put your oxygen mask on first before you can help anyone." It's hard to remember that when we get pulled in so many directions. I am with you, though. Along with Whole30 this month, I'm starting my swimming regimen back up at the gym this week. I need to get back into better shape before my surgery. We can do it! <3

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    1. Thank you for those kind words, Nancy. As I know you are a great writer yourself, this means much to me. I agree. I definitely feel that shortness of breath. I think it is stress too but I can't quite pinpoint where it is coming from. Swimming is such a wonderful activity. I need to join the Y or something. Maybe a gym. I am thinking of you as you prep yourself for your surgery. I will be praying it goes smoothly for you. When is it scheduled for?

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  2. "The weeds are tall enough that I mistake them for nourishing things but really they are slowly sapping away my energies." Quite an insight. That made me pause, I relate to that. Food is a critical area for me to improve also. I signed up for a meditation challenge, 5 minutes twice a day. It starts later this month but I will start with once a day for now. When you said someone came to your school and talked about the effect of a clear mind I related to that also. Happy Easter friend. ❤❤

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    1. I think I get so caught up in distracting things that I forget they really take more away from me than they gift. Social media is one for sure. I took a Facebook break for 4 years back in 2011 and honestly, I feel like it might be coming on again. I love being able to keep in touch with friends and family but it is such a hard balance for me. I love your meditation challenge. I bet you will feel wonderful once it gets started. Yoga is something I miss terribly.

      Yes. I definitely need to focus on the things I learned from the Mind Fuel seminar. It was great.

      Hope you are doing well. Have you made any further decisions about moving?

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    2. I am still in limbo. With my current work history, I am not feeling a lot of confidence about going through the interview process and finding another job. I am conflicted between "no risk, no reward" and "look before you leap". It is probably best that I hold off on major decisions until I am feeling more clear-headed.

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  3. I need to comment that Enchanted Woods and Meditate are so darn amazing!! I swear all earthy Handmade in Florida blends are my fave!! Unbelievably great smells! <3
    I'm always trying to better myself, nourish myself. I was so darn fit and the healthiest I've ever been before conceiving my now 3 1/2 year old. It's a struggle getting back to health, fitness and well-being. I'm not able to focus on myself like I could in my single life. And such a shame. But, honestly, any of us that ever make an effort, for health and wellness- it should be applauded and is deserved. Feeling good is beautiful. Quality of life is wonderful. Movement and whole food are a basis for my best thinking and being. Love you, Julie!

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    1. They really truly are. I had the earthy sampler in my cart but I needed so much soap to restock our bathroom that I ended up taking it out before checking out. I am quite sure I will regret that. But I am excited about the Florida sampler. I mean, I live in Florida. I had to try it out. I am looking forward to seeing what cities/areas inspired Zahida.

      When children are involved, it definitely adds an element of difficulty. And you have a toddler, so be extra kind to yourself! Toddlerhood is no easy feat to wade through. Movement and whole foods are absolutely the cornerstone of feeling better and quality of life. Hoping you can fit in a few bubble baths and quiet moments. Love you too, sweet friend! xoxo

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    2. I passed on the Florida sampler, but I know it's gonna be awesome! I was so tempted to grab a floral mystery bag, but I grabbed an earthy one instead. I really should get through more of my bakery mystery bag before I indulge in too many wax purchases. ;)

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  4. Huh, I didn't realize until I doublechecked that this is the same Enchanted Woods I tried in November that I could not smell whatsoever, except for a strong plastic note. I wonder if curing improves? I'll have to see if I still have it. Usually, just about everything throws in my small floor plan, but I did pop it in a day after receiving...now I have high hopes:) Mischief is <3<3
    Did you order in Zahida's most recent opening? I used all my restraint not to. Best wishes on the refocusing, buddy!

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    1. I am not sure. I know I was leery about melting it after reading your review but I ended up being... pardon the pun... utterly enchanted. It ended up reminding me of a satiny Nag Champa and woods and it threw so well. Zahida did mention to me that she could not find a suitable clamshell that didn't reek of plastic so you were not wrong on that account. She decided this restock to go clamless. But this particular scent ended up melting wonderfully for me.

      I did! I skipped the one before and had major regrets. Plus Adam used up the last of his soap and was giving me the side eye. So I ordered him more Moroccan Mint and I picked up my favorite bar (Spa Time) and a scrub and some wax. I went with the Florida sampler even though I was desperately wanting another Earthy sampler. Gotta represent my state. Plus I was curious what cities and areas inspired her.

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  5. Spring's a wonderful time for all of the above - I wish you much luck on the reset. Changing up those diet and exercise habits we fall into all the dang time is so hard, but you got this. :)

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    1. Thank you, Sandra! It is almost here! I am so ready. I do have one last pint of ice cream waiting on me, but then I am kicking sugar to the curb for a while.

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