Author Archives: Linda

Here is a refreshing afternoon snack, especially when it is a hot summer’s day.  This recipe came from Woman’s World, 2017     You will need:  ¼ cup sugar     4 cups diced seedless watermelon     1cup fresh or frozen raspberries     1 lime (zested and juiced) Directions:  In a small saucepan, mix sugar and ¼Continue reading “Watermelon-Raspberry sorbet”

Here is a quick recipe for rejuvenating your skin.  This recipe comes from First for Women, August 2016.  Combine a pearl-size drop of aloe vera gel with a quarter-size amount of your own foundation make up.  Apply to skin with a makeup sponge.  Use this for a week to see results in 7 days. 

Heat rashes are uncomfortable and ugly. Those of us with sensitive skin need to know how to handle this situation. Here is a quick and natural cure, that works for me. Mix 1 tsp. of baking soda and I cup of very cold water. Apply on red areas and let dry. Use a clean, dryContinue reading “It’s Heat Rash time!”

This smoothie is so refreshing and easy to make.  It is so good for your skin.      In a blender, combine 1 cup vanilla yogurt, ½ cup fresh peach slices (skin removed), ½ cup orange juice, and 1/3 cup ice.  Blend until smooth.  Yum!

   This trick works on jeans.  Mix ½ cup sugar with water to make a paste.  Put this mixture on the stain and let set for 30 minutes.  Wash as usual.  First for Women, 2016