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In a strange twist of kismet, Remica Bingham-Risher's paternal great-great-great grandmother, Minnie Lee Fowlkes, is interviewed for the Works Progress Administration Slave Narratives in Petersburg, Virginia in 1937, and her maternal grandmother, Mary Knight, is sent to Petersburg in 1941, diagnosed with "water on the brain"—postpartum depression being an ongoing mystery—nine days after birthing her first child.

Many people have heard of Hygge, but most of them don’t know how to incorporate it into their lifestyle. Hygge is based on comfort, warmth in the winter, and simple designs that reflect a homey, cozy feeling. The Danish knowledge about this subject has left us with many truths to reflect on. This guide will teach you why some people are completely head-over-heels with the Hygge designs, as well as describe how to decorate your home, your bathroom, and your bedroom to match this style. Are you curious yet? Then go ahead and start listening to this book.

Are you looking to move away totally or gradually from mass produced chemical loaded skincare? Or are you willing to go on a new beauty adventure to discover the difference these remedies will make to your facial skincare? Do you want to see and feel that glow on your face without breaking your bank balance? Then look no further, this audiobook puts the spotlight on your facial skincare routine and guides you to achieving that glow you’ve always wanted. It is designed for anyone who is looking to use natural ingredients in their skin routine as mother nature intended.

This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to make homemade deodorants from scratch. It gives you good insight on why it is important to maintain good hygiene and where body odor comes from. This book contains easy-to-do and -follow homemade deodorant recipes that are effective, safe, and fun to make. This will serve as your guide in determining the right ingredients that you can safely use for your skin type.

Hair is important! This book will introduce you to pH levels and show why keeping your hair's pH levels is important; teach you that most shampoos today are chemically laden, but that there are organic and homemade alternatives that you can try. These steps are easy and inexpensive; show you the value of regular ingredients to better hair care and essential oils derived from flower and plant extracts, herbal qualities from dried leaves, and other everyday ingredients like honey and baking soda that are readily available in your homes; and more!

Have you ever wanted to have a formal afternoon tea, but just weren't sure where to start? This easy-to-follow guide will show you how to host a prim and proper afternoon tea, just like the English have been enjoying for generations. If you have watched Downton Abbey and wanted to make afternoon tea part of your routine or even just wanted to host an afternoon tea for a special occasion, this is the book for you.

Second Chances is a unique guide to a one-of-a-kind, circular wardrobe. Eleni’s superpower is sniffing out great finds and here she walks you through the art of in-person discovery at thrift stores and vintage shops, estate sales and flea markets, yard sales and antique stores—and online resale platforms. This book will teach you how to organize your existing wardrobe, evaluate pieces you find, and manifest your dream closet.

Embark on a profound journey through the landscapes of the human heart with William Gomes's captivating anthology, "Bridges Over Shadows: Poetry of Home, Heart, and Healing." This meticulously crafted collection traverses the intricate realms of home, confronts the deep scars of racism and hate, navigates the tumultuous waters of grief, and celebrates the boundless expressions of love. Gomes's verses serve as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, the transformative power of empathy, and the enduring connections that bind us all.

This audiobook is about spiritual journey and the importance of relationships in our lives. The Lord placed a calling on my heart, and this is my effort to be obedient. This audiobook includes discussion questions for each section and makes a perfect small group study or a great personal journaling opportunity.

In this story, Joel September's life is not going that great. He's stuck in a job he really hates, but it pays the bills. But then a crisis happens, one which starts his life flowing in a much better direction. And Joel starts to be aware that very soon his life is going to be just like down home! Tonight Joel had no worries. Things were about to change for the better, he could feel it in his bones. Pretty soon, Joel felt like he was walking on air. It was a wonderful feeling, to feel like you were floating.

Ready to embrace eco-luxury and have a laugh while doing it? Grow, Lather, Repeat is not just a "how to guide"—it’s your ticket to transforming the humble luffa seed into a beacon of sustainable indulgence, all while enjoying a hearty laugh!

Rose Lesniak has written a one-of-a-kind book from a one-of-a-kind poet. What the Dogs Tell Me is poetry that is gentle and loving, with a witty syntax and eyes that look at you awaiting a response. Then again, there's a lot of barking and rowdiness and sadness too, as her two Wheatons, Martha and Joey, move through her life and pass away. This is an interspecies book of advice you'd be wise to heed.

Why not make your own beauty products at home with ingredients that you are familiar with and also ingredients that you like? Making natural products or using naturally available ingredients improves the health of your skin and also keeps it younger for longer. When the products you use are toxin free and organic, you will see an overall benefit in terms of health. Also, the varieties of products that you can make at home are so many that you will never be bored of them.

How many of us battle with constant issues with our skin? Is it oily? Dry? Red, itchy, flaky? Would you believe me if I told you that your current skin care regimen may be keeping it that way? Commercial skin care products are loaded with chemicals that claim "youthful, radiant skin" and charge an arm and a leg...but can you believe those claims? Not me, and I'm sure you don't either!

Producing your personal shampoo is not a new idea; in fact, ladies and homemakers have been producing their own shampoo for years, before today's commercially produced shampoos became accessible. In those days, women would usually wash their hair with homemade products that were effective and great at keeping their hair healthy and looking good.

You need a lotion to soothe, soften, or moisturize your skin, something that does not contain ingredients which will harm you skin in any way. This is true whether you live in a harsh winter climate or in a hot climate which dries your skin. If you purchase a commercial lotion, it can negatively impact your skin, regardless of its promises. Don't let television's beauty advertisements influence your decision, but instead find a great alternative. The perfect solution is a homemade lotion.

BBQ is not just a style its a way of life, this cookbook will go over the rich history of Texas-style BBQ and some classic recipes to get your teeth sunk into.

Walking Gentry Home tells the story of Alora Young’s ancestors, from the unnamed women forgotten by the historical record but brought to life through Young’s imagination; to Amy, the first of Young’s foremothers to arrive in Tennessee, buried in an unmarked grave, unlike the white man who enslaved her and fathered her child; through Young’s great-grandmother Gentry, unhappily married at fourteen; to her own mother, the teenage beauty queen rejected by her white neighbors.

This is a collection of poems about abuse and its impact on our lives and about healing. Healing is critical because “if we do not heal, we end up bleeding on people who might never have harmed us”. Many times, a still-wounded person stuffs the pain and can rise above it but, eventually, hits a ceiling or sabotages him or herself.

Baby powder. It has a smell we link to content infants napping in their bassinets. However, babies are not the only use of baby powder. In fact, there are a number of uses for baby powder that have nothing whatsoever to do with a lovely child. Baby powder is composed of talc, a mineral with interesting properties. It occurs naturally in such deposits as soapstone, which has a high talc content. Talc, in its loose form, is called Talcum powder.