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Continue ShoppingIf there is one thing all serious growers can agree on, it’s that this pastime is a lot more work than we let on. Sure our “offices” are the most admired in the country, sunshine, gorgeous blooms, even the ability to be outside seven days a week is something we all cherish. But like most “jobs”, if you want it to look great, there are a multitude of tasks that need to be accomplished everyday.
The second thing I am sure I could get everyone to agree to is that we value our downtime. And that, like many, we have learned over the last two seasons, is that you must look after your own mind and body with the same diligence and care as we do our “other” beautiful space.
Much has been written and said about physical and mental health over the course of the last two years and we all need to heed this poignant advice. Learning to detach from your job, business, social media or whatever might bring stress is a serious issue.
So, here is how we can set you up for success in the down department. Day 5 of our 24 Days of Giveaways is a Relaxing Lavender Gift Pack.
I never really gave my candles a second thought. Until I read about how paraffin is derived from petroleum and the oils used are mostly chemically based fragrances, and that’s what was going into the air we breathe.
Then I came across a local company, Cork and Bottle, that uses 100% natural SOY wax to create their candles and they use only high quality essential oils that release the perfect scent when I burn them. It hardly seems fair that this natural soy wax burns longer too. Oh and they come in polished, cut off wine bottles, what a terrific way to recycle even the holder! Follow Cork & Bottle here
Living with flowers makes me appreciate that the fragrance of a room plays an important part in the balance and beauty found there, so having the right mood with an eco-friendly candle is such an easy way to finish my house for the holidays. And did you know there are scientific studies that show Lavender can allow you to sleep better?
This giveaway includes a Wild Lavender candle filling your room with the scent of Lavender. And an amazing Lavender Heat Wrap, that’s right a Lavender microwavable wrap for those tired and aching muscles. Also a $50 dollar Gift Certificate to Stems Flower Farm, which you can use for a Cut Your Bouquet Own Experience in 2022 or anything in the shop. The ultimate in relaxation.
For a chance to win leave a comment below. In your message, share your thoughts on the importance of self care, or how gardening gives you the break you need from all the crazy in your life, or the best way to relax, anything really, as long as it puts a smile on everybody’s face. EASY. This giveaway is open to anyone with a Canadian shipping address. This Giveaway is open until Sunday night December 12th at Midnight PT.
UPDATE: Congratulations to our winner, Amanda G
On a serious note many things can affect your health, for more resources and tips visit these qualified, knowledgeable sites:
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Alison
Dec 08, 2021
Here in BC I’ve been working recently on disaster response. Self-care has never been more important even for those of us just trying to assist rather than having been impacted ourselves. Actually, these giveaways have given me something really positive to look forward to each day, and that has really helped my mindset. It’s like opening a new present each day, even without winning the prize!
Kaitlyn Hurrie
Dec 07, 2021
Gardening helps take your mind off of all the stress in life. It’s my favourite self care
S Jackie Williams
Dec 07, 2021
Bought a little greenhouse this past spring. I live on Vancouver Island so I can garden even in the winter. Sitting in my little greenhouse surrounded by winter pansies listening to my favourite music restores my soul. My family calls it my Covid room!
Amanda Urbanowski
Dec 07, 2021
Self care is so important… as a nurse I find my flowers and plants give me the peace and quiet moments. There are no machines beeping, no chaos… nothing is in a hurry… and the loudest thing are the bugs and birds…
This has been our first year on an acreage, and my first year with my veggie garden so close at hand ( community garden before) and so I found myself wandering in my garden every morning… I may have been racing the heat of the sun to get them watered…. That I can handle!