Whimsical by Shelley

In La Center, there is a fantastic park commemorating a time when the Lewis River came through town bringing with it supplies and commodities by boat. The main river doesn't run through the town any longer except for a small channel. The park houses an amphitheater filled with amazing sculptures and a walking path that curves around the water and through the adjoining wetland. There is much that I love about the park, but my absolute favorite is going down in the springtime when things are turning green and blooming again. Yesterday afternoon was nice so we took the opportunity to get down there for the first time of the season and we weren't disappointed. The park rendered much to enjoy.... hope you enjoy it too.

Recently, I took a trip to Las Vegas with my mom to attend the Glass Craft and Bead Expo. While the whole show was a sensory overload of good stuff for any creative person, one gentleman was offering solid lotion bars and we quickly fell in love. I had never heard of them before but after trying one, I was hooked. Once home, I set out to find a recipe and that I love and here it is!!! If you haven't tried a lotion bar, you are missing out. A solid bar that warms in your palm as you hold it to apply just the right amount of lotion and fragrance with no goopy mess. Then you can pop it back in it's tin and take it anywhere. Great for your nightstand, your desk, even your purse. They also make fantastic birthday, wedding, and baby shower gifts! Perfect for all those hands, knees, heels and other places that need moisturizing. My lotion bars are made with all natural ingredients including shea butter, coconut oil, sweet almond oil, vitamin E, beeswax and various essential o...